The town of Swanzey is situated along the Ashuelot River in Cheshire County, New Hampshire, consists of the town center, as well as the villages of East Swanzey, West Swanzey, North Swanzey, and Westport. Granted in 1733, the town was originally known as Lower Ashuelot, one of the first towns established by Colonial Governor Jonathan Belcher of Massachusetts, as Massachusetts then claimed the land upon which Swanzey is located. Several battled took place in Swanzey during King George’s War, and it was abandoned for three years. In 1753, after the New Hampshire-Massachusetts border was established, it was re-granted by Governor Benning Wentworth in 1753, at which time it was named Swanzey. The town includes four covered bridges.
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Situated on twenty-two acres on the banks of the river in the town of Swanzey, New Hampshire, the campground includes waterfront and wooded areas, offering primitive tens sites, RV sites, and three rustic rental cabins. A campground map, rate list, and policy information are presented.
http://www.ashuelotrivercampground.com/
The multiple-day event takes place in Swanzey, New Hampshire each summer, and the facilities hosts other events throughout the year. Schedules, contests, rides and games, exhibitors, sponsorships, and other events are highlighted.
http://www.cheshirefair.org/
First Congregational Church of Swanzey
Affiliated with the United Church of Christ, the congregation’s history, service schedules, church calendar, photographs, and church newsletters are featured, and announcements are posted to the site.
http://www.swanzeyucc.com/
Offering over a hundred wooded sites near the shores of the lake in Swanzey, New Hampshire, the campground offers tent and trailer camping, a fully stocked camp store, and a list of amenities which are highlighted here, including its location, rates, and photographs.
http://www.swanzeylake.com/
Family owned and operated, the company offers 24-hour emergency service, full-service heating services, oil deliveries, and referral incentives. Its residential and commercial services are highlighted, and oil may be ordered through the site.
http://www.swanzeyoil.com/
The annual summer event features games and activities for the children, hiking, bicycling, classic car shows, animals, tractors, music, food, and several other activities. Directions and a schedule of events are posted to the site.
http://www.swanzeyoldhomeday.org
The SPD is the municipal police agency covering the town of Swanzey, New Hampshire. The department’s organizational structure, staff, crime reports, and downloads are featured.
http://www.swanzeypd.com/
The town government is featured on the official municipal site, including contacts for its boards, committees and commissions, public hearing notices, agendas, and minutes, as well as a guide to area services and facilities.
http://www.town.swanzey.nh.us/
Constructed in 1792, the Whitcomb House, in Swanzey, New Hampshire, serves as a bed and breakfast featuring five guest accommodations. Its rooms and rates are highlighted, with photographs, guest reviews, and directions.
http://www.bridgesinn.com/
Established by the North Swanzey Community Association and the First Congregational Church in 1939, the non-profit organization now comprises three additional churches, including the West Swanzey Community Church, Westport Church, and the Village Church. Its history, directions, ticket information, and photographs are featured.
http://www.oldhomesteadswanzey.com/
The beliefs and core values of the Christian congregation in Swanzey, New Hampshire are highlighted, including directions, worship schedule, church calendar, leadership contacts, and sermon archive.
http://www.villagechurchswanzey.com/
