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Thornton Woods

Thornton Woods in Oshawa, ON — shopping, food, parks.

6 parks & green spaces · 43 places to eat

open now 143 places mapped 30 events this week
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The quick read

Is Thornton Woods a good place to live?

Thornton Woods has 15 parks and green spaces, 43 places to eat, and 94 shops and services mapped within the neighbourhood. There are 26 homes currently for sale here. Use the guide below to judge the day-to-day fit for you.

What are homes like in Thornton Woods?

There are 26 homes for sale in and around Thornton Woods, priced from $399,000 to $1,399,900 (median about $799,900). See the Homes page for current listings.

What is Thornton Woods known for?

Thornton Woods is known locally for its 43-strong food and drink scene.

What's happening in Thornton Woods this week?

There are 30 events on this week in and around Thornton Woods, from local listings — see the Events page for dates and details.

Who is Thornton Woods best for?

Based on what's here, Thornton Woods suits families and the outdoors, food lovers, shopping and errands.

Choose your own adventure - Thornton Woods

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    Three hand-picked days through Thornton Woods, every stop a real place.

    Slow morning

    Coffee, a green stroll, an easy lunch

    1. Morning Coffee Culture Coffee Shop
    2. Stroll Prince of Wales Park Park
    3. Lunch Maple Garden Chinese
    4. Treat Dairy Queen Ice Cream
    5. Browse FreshCo Supermarket
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    Get outside

    Trails, parks, and a laid-back bite

    1. Trailhead Elmer Lick Park Park
    2. Picnic Kirby Park Park
    3. Grab a bite Pizza Hut Pizza
    4. Run around Huron Park Park
    5. Casual dinner Whitby Wraps Sandwich
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    Culture & flavours

    Heritage, local shops, a proper dinner

    1. Coffee Coffee Time Coffee Shop
    2. Local shop Metro Supermarket
    3. Dinner out Wally's Italian Eatery Italian
    4. Tonight Women’s Wellness Forest Retreat: Yoga, Sound Bath & Solstice Celebration 2026-06-20
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    Through the lens

    Places in this neighbourhood, as photographed by the people who know it.

    LCBO
    KFC
    Starbucks

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    Could you live here?

    Falling for Thornton Woods? Ask our local insider what it's really like to call this neighbourhood home — schools, the commute, the quiet streets, what's on the market right now.

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    Good to know

    What is there to do in Thornton Woods?

    Thornton Woods has 6 parks and green spaces, 43 places to eat, and landmarks like local landmarks. Use the curated day plan, or jump straight to Eat, Do, Events, Parks, Shop, or Homes.

    Where should I park in Thornton Woods?

    Most of Thornton Woods is residential with free street and lot parking near the parks and main streets. See Getting Here for mapped lots.

    How do I get to Thornton Woods?

    Thornton Woods sits in Oshawa, Ontario, reachable by car, by transit, or by the local trails for cyclists.

    Can I see homes for sale in Thornton Woods?

    Yes — the Homes page lists houses currently for sale in and around Thornton Woods, and can connect you with a local agent.