Welcome to Trinity Bight
A "bight" is the bend in a coast forming an open bay. In Newfoundland English the twelve
communities of "Trinity Bight" define a magical place of history and heritage, of music and merriment,
of character and charm.
Trinity Bight, from the north shore, contains the communities of English Harbour,
Champney's East, Champney's Arm, Champney's West, Trinity East, Port Rexton, Trinity,
Goose Cove, Dunfield, Trouty, Old Bonaventure and New Bonaventure.
These communities are gems - colonial culture brightened by buoyant palettes of
Atlantic colours: the sea, sky, hills and the carefully-applied paint on
treasured homes and buildings.
Brilliant summer comes alive in the communities of Trinity Bight. Of all
Newfoundland's heritage communities, Trinity perhaps defines us best. Trinity is
one of the most historically-significant communities in the province. The deep
regard and respect for the past goes back farther here than anywhere else on the
island.
This area is historically significant and much work has been done to preserve
or recreate the vernacular architecture, sites, history and culture. The twelve communities
that make up the Trinity Bight are a rewarding visit on any vacation to Newfoundland.
How to get to Trinity
Exit the Trans-Canada Highway (Route 1) at Clarenville onto Route 230A and continue though the town of Clarenville. Turn left on Memorial Drive and follow the signs leading towards Bonavista. Continue to the Junction with The Discovery Trail (Route230) and turn right. Drive approximately 60 km to the the Trinity turn off (Route239) and turn right. Drive approximately 3km, take the first left and follow the road to the village.