About Weir River Farm |
75 acres |
What makes Weir River Farm a special place?
Originally part of a picturesque, early-20th-century country estate, Weir River Farm today is a 10-acre working farm comprised of fields and pastures surrounded by oak and red cedar woodlands. The farm supports diverse wildlife habitats, including upland grasslands, which are in rapid decline in the Commonwealth. Weir River passes through the farm at its northwest edge.
From the entrance at the top of Turkey Hill, a footpath meanders downhill through open fields and woods. At a fork in the trail, you can follow one path lto the barnyard and visit with the horses, pigs, and chickens. The other path takes you across a grassy avenue before entering “The Grove,” woods with an open understory reminiscent of a British woodland. A “Garden Path,” bordered by flowering shrubs and flowers, within the Grove, creates a serene and pretty sanctuary for visitors.
From the trails on Weir River Farm, you can get to adjacent Whitney and Thayer Woods, whose trails are connected to those in Wompatuck State Park and the town’s Triphammer Conservation Area. This extensive trail network provides you with access to the largest contiguous tract of open space on the South Shore – nearly 5,000 acres in all.
Trails
1.5-mile loop trail. Moderate walking.
When to Visit
Trails open year-round, daily, sunrise to sunset. Barnyard open seasonally for viewing. Allow a minimum of 1 hour, 3 hours if also visiting Whitney and Thayer Woods. Call for information on educational programs.
Regulations & Advisories
No advisories at this time.Directions
Turkey Hill Lane
Hingham
Telephone: 781.740.7233
Email: weirriverfarm@ttor.org
Get directions on Google Maps.
Weir River Farm Parking Area:
Right onto Leavitt St. off Rt. 228 just before reaching Hingham Town Library. Follow for 0.6 mi., bear left onto Turkey Hill Ln., and follow to the sign on the right(14 cars).
Top of Turkey Hill: Turn right onto Leavitt St. off Rt. 228 just before reaching Hingham Town Library. Follow for 0.6 mi., bear left onto Turkey Hill Ln., and follow to dead end. Entrance and parking (5 cars) on left.
Base of Turkey Hill: From Rt. 3 (exit 14), take Rt. 228 north for 6.5 mi. through Hingham. Turn right onto Rt. 3A east and follow for 0.2 mi. to entrance and parking (8 cars) on right.
Admission
When to VisitTrails open year-round, daily, sunrise to sunset. Barnyard open seasonally for viewing. Allow a minimum of 1 hour, 3 hours if also visiting Whitney and Thayer Woods. Call for information on educational programs.
Admission Fees
Small admission fee for nonmembers to access barnyard. No fees for trails.
Property History
Weir River Farm was the former home of Polly Thayer Starr, whose paintings and drawings have been exhibited and admired at museums in Boston, New York, and Philadelphia for more than 70 years.Property Acquisition History
Gift of Polly Thayer Starr in 1999.
Volunteer Opportunities
| Position | Location |
|---|---|
| 4H Program Leader | |
| Barnyard Chores Volunteer | |
| Farm Market Garden Assistants | |
| Hingham Farmer’s Markets Assistant |
Work Parties
There are no work parties at this reservation at this time; please check again later or click here to find other work parties near you.
Maps and Resources
Printed trail maps are distributed free from the bulletin board in the parking area. Please understand that supplies periodically run out. We recommend that you download a trail map before you visit.Planning Your Visit
Before You GoWe encourage you to visit as many Trustees properties as you can.
Wherever your travels take you, please observe all posted regulations, follow special instructions from property staff, and keep in mind the Stewardship Code:
- Protect wildlife and plants.
- Guard against all risk of fire.
- Help keep air and water clean.
- Carry out what you carry in.
- Use marked footpaths and bridle paths.
- Leave livestock, crops, and machinery alone.
- Respect the privacy of neighboring land.
- Enjoy and share the landscape with others.
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