Living in The Municipality of Norfolk Treherne
Whether you long for farm life or to live in a community set at a slower pace than the big cities, the Municipality of Norfolk Treherne can offer you both! You can have it all here - small town life within the communities of Lavenham, Rathwell or Treherne, with all the necessary amenities and services located close by!
A drive down Highway No. 2 will lead you through the Municipality of Norfolk Treherne to the town of Treherne which is centrally located between the cities of Brandon and Winnipeg. Get ready to be surrounded by the beauty of the countryside and experience the charm of rural life. From its quaint farms to rolling hills, there's so much to discover in this picturesque area located in southern Manitoba. Nestled in the beauty of the Tiger Hills, we have a variety of amenities to meet your personal needs from groceries stores, restaurants, Ford dealership with e-charging stations, dentist, pharmacy, chiropractor, financial institutions, hair salons, massage and spa experiences and so much more. The community also is home to a child care centre, schools for students from K-12, a medical clinic and hospital with Emergency services along with great green spaces, campground and playgrounds. You can be active across all the seasons as there is a golf course, outdoor swimming pool, bowling alley, curling rink and skating arena along with great walking trails for walking and cross country skiing. We also host the toughest race on the Prairies with our annual marathon held in the fall. Tour our hidden gems and enjoy these opportunities to learn about the area by visiting the Glass Bottle Buildings and the museums displaying treasures of the area’s history while the Second Chance Car Museum is every car enthusiast dream as it hosts a collection of transportation modes ranging from 1918 to 2018. Norfolk Treherne isn’t just a place to work—it's a close-knit community to truly call home.
Treherne has been designated an Age Friendly Community and offers 55+ Life Lease Housing at the Tiger Hills Villa, Tri-Plex and Legion Lodge. The Villa and Personal Care Home are both connected directly to the Hospital. Rathwell offers 55+ housing at the Green Prairie Lodge. Seniors programs are offered in both communities from support groups like meal programs and transportation to recreational activities.
Try the unexpected and be prepared for an unforgettable experience as we are “rooted in community - focused on the future”. Contact the Community Development Office for further information about the communities and other matters pertaining to the area, or better yet come and visit the area to see for yourself why so many call Norfolk Treherne home!