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Botwood is a small community (about 3300 people) in the heart of the Exploits Valley. Botwood's history of inhabitants goes back to the Beothuk Indians and their fatal interactions with European settlers, who developed the industries of fishing and forestry. The town's namesake, the Reverend Edward Botwood (Anglican), was a key figure in the 1800s lumber industry.
The Botwood Heritage Park is the centre of your visit of Botwood. The park includes the Botwood airbase and Botwood Heritage Center - with a lot of information about Botwood's history. Killick Island, which is part of the park, is great for a hike.
In Botwood's deep-water sheltered inlet you can sail, kayak, and do other sea-based activities.
Enjoy bed and breakfasts, campgrounds and other Botwood accommodations both in Botwood and nearby Northern Arm.
We are 5 minutes from Botwood and only 25 minutes from Grand Falls-Windsor. We have 12 cozy rooms available in our Motel, all fully equipped with Bedroom, kitchenette, bathroom and seating area in each room allowing you to feel at home. We are an ideal base for exploring Central Newfoundland has to offer. After a long day enjoy a drink at our bar -- Wednesday nights are wing night.