Old Stone Store in the center of town

City / town · Massachusetts

Sheffield

Old Stone Store in the center of town

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Best timeMay–Oct
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Nearest airportBDL · 36 mi
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Overview

Sheffield is in the Berkshires of Western Massachusetts, just north of the border with Connecticut.

1 things to do · 1 bars & cafés

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Best things about Sheffield

Bartholomew's Cobble

This land used to be the property of Col. John Ashley, an American revolutionary and slaveholder, in the 18th century. His house (Ashley House) can also be visited for free, with tours given for $5 for adults and free fo…

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Best time to visit & weather

Most comfortable: May–Oct. Summer highs reach about 83°F; winter lows dip to about 15°F. Cold months (Jan, Feb) can bring snow and ice; check road conditions. Wettest: Oct and Aug. (climate data from nearby Waterbury)

Jan: 3.6 in rain3.6"Jan: high 35°F, low 15°F35°15°JanFeb: 3.6 in rain3.6"Feb: high 39°F, low 18°F39°18°FebMar: 4.4 in rain4.4"Mar: high 47°F, low 26°F47°26°MarApr: 4.5 in rain4.5"Apr: high 59°F, low 36°F59°36°AprMay: 4.6 in rain4.6"May: high 70°F, low 46°F70°46°MayJun: 4.7 in rain4.7"Jun: high 78°F, low 58°F78°58°JunJul: 4.6 in rain4.6"Jul: high 83°F, low 62°F83°62°JulAug: 4.8 in rain4.8"Aug: high 81°F, low 60°F81°60°AugSep: 4.8 in rain4.8"Sep: high 74°F, low 51°F74°51°SepOct: 5.2 in rain5.2"Oct: high 63°F, low 39°F63°39°OctNov: 4.4 in rain4.4"Nov: high 52°F, low 31°F52°31°NovDec: 4.2 in rain4.2"Dec: high 41°F, low 22°F41°22°Dec

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  • BDL Bradley International Airport, Hartford — 36 mi away (major hub). Directions
  • ALB Albany International Airport, Albany — 50 mi away (major hub). Directions
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    Old Stone Store in the center of townRebuilt Old Covered BridgeBartholomew's Cobble, a local reservation (essentially, a state park)Sheffield

    Do

    Do Bartholomew's Cobble

    This land used to be the property of Col. John Ashley, an American revolutionary and slaveholder, in the 18th century. His house (Ashley House) can also be visited for free, with tours given for $5 for adults and free for children.

    📍 105 Weatogue Road, Ashley Falls🕒 Open year-round, daily, sunrise to sunset. Natural History Museum and Visitor Center (public restroom) open year-round, daily, 9AM – 4:30PM (closed Sundays and Mondays, December to March).💲 Adult $5, Child (6-12) $1. Group rates offered for special programs☎ +1 413 229-8600
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    Drink

    Drink Big Elm Brewing

    Bar / Café

    Small, but growing brewery located in a warehouse. Simple, but well crafted beers.

    📍 65 Silver St☎ +1 413 229-2348⚠ Last checked Apr 2015 — confirm before you go
    Video reviews: Instagram reels · TikTok · YouTube
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