A Slice of Simple Life at Pickwick Place - Bucyrus, Ohio…read more If you're road-tripping from Columbus to Lake Erie and craving a pause from the gas stations and fast food chains, make a detour to Pickwick Place in Bucyrus, Ohio. It's more than just a pit stop--it's a charming taste of Ohio's heartland, served up with a side of fresh jam and a blackberry lemonade slush. A Market Made for Food Lovers Pickwick's farmer's market is a celebration of all things local and delicious. Picture this: crates overflowing with vibrant, seasonal produce--ripe tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, juicy peaches, and sweet corn picked that very morning. Alongside the produce, you'll find a bounty of locally made goods--jams and jellies in every flavor imaginable, homemade pickles, fresh-baked breads, and dressings that taste like something your grandma whipped up in her kitchen. And let's talk about the fry pies. If you know, you know. If you don't--these handheld pockets of flaky pastry filled with gooey fruit fillings are reason enough to turn off the highway. They're my personal favorite indulgence here. Good luck stopping at just one. The market also stocks frozen meats from a local butcher, so if you've got a cooler in the trunk, you can take a little taste of Pickwick home to your own grill. Handcrafted Charm in Every Corner Step into the second building and you're met with a world of homemade crafts and rustic decor. It's like walking into a Pinterest board come to life--wooden signs, hand-stitched items, seasonal decorations, and more. Whether you're looking for a cute centerpiece or just browsing for inspiration, you'll find something to warm your home and heart. A Garden of Sunshine Out by the greenhouse, nature puts on her Sunday best. When we visited, sunflowers, zinnias, and wildflowers painted the landscape in bold, beautiful color. And here's the best part--you can grab a jar and some cutters, stroll through the garden, and build your own bouquet of fresh-cut flowers. It's a peaceful, slow moment in the middle of your day--and it smells amazing, too. Sit. Sip. Savor. If you're feeling a little hungry (again), Pickwick's small café has you covered with sandwiches and comfort foods that are perfect for a quick but satisfying lunch. Pair your meal with one of their frozen slush drinks, like the tart and tangy apple cider or the refreshing blackberry lemonade--trust me, it hits the spot on a summer day. Whether you're stocking up on fresh goods, hunting for homemade treasures, or just craving a peaceful stroll through blooming flowers, Pickwick Place is a reminder to slow down and enjoy the simple things. So next time you're heading north to the lake, carve out a little time to pull off the road and experience this gem tucked away in Bucyrus. Take the Trip. Your next adventure is waiting--maybe with a fry pie in hand.

The Pickwick Place is a treasure! Hey, renovated, former…read morehorse stable featuring fresh produce, large market, artisan, gift, shop, and café. A must stop if you were in the area!

First time going cherry picking and I had a very great time!! The workers were all very nice and…read moregave us clear instructions about the picking. The orchard was well kept and clean and the quality of the cherries were very nice. 10/10 would return, I also believe it is a very family friendly environment!

From the owner: Retail & Wholesale Apples, Peaches, Cherries, Asparagus and other produce in season. Pick-your-own…read more during harvest.

Fantastic plave to pick strawberries. The people were very friendly. The selection and quality of…read morethe strawberries were excellent. Will definitely be coming back.

Good organization and nice berry picking; the restaurant is understaffed. The blueberry donuts are…read moreamazing!

Beautiful property, lovely people and super sweet dog. It was easy and beautiful picking my…read morefavorite apples (EverCrisp). We got a huge bag for $20. If you don't feel like picking they have many apples ready for purchase along with eggs and honey. I would definitely go back.

Great small business fruit farm. We were about to go to quarry hill right next door but you had to…read morehave a timed reservation, so we came here. It was pretty much empty with so many ripe peaches to pick! I believe the prices were $18 for a smaller basket and $30 for a large basket. My roommate and I got the smaller basket and cooked with peaches for the entire week. They were delicious. They also had some maple syrup, honey and some other small non-perishable items for sale!

Driving by on our way home from a trip (3 hrs away) and…read moredecided to stop and check it out and grab a few fresh apples to take home. It is pick your own only and you have (2) options: A peck for $30.00 or 1/2 bushel for $80.00 AND you get to keep the basket We walked away!! 30.00 for a peck of apples is outrageous, especially when I went to my local orchard the day after and got them for 16.00 a peck

This has always been my favorite place in central Ohio to pick apples. It's in the middle of…read morenowhere, surrounded by nothing but fresh air, perfect place to grow apples. I love that it's no-frills, only thing besides picking apples was some honey for sale. The staff are always so friendly and despite no activities for children, all the kids I saw were having a great time picking apples. Today there were tons of Gala and Honeycrisp, I was in and out within 10 minutes

Such a great selection of veggies & fruit. Homemade Jams, jelly, salsa, & much more. Prices are…read moresuper affordable, which is great. Activities for kids and family of all ages. There is always something going on at the farm. They even have a mailing list so you can keep up on what's going on at the farm. Apple picking is a super busy time. But it has been a tradition for our family for years.

Great place to enjoy all the autumn wonders! Keep in mind there are a couple of locations/parking…read moreareas depending on what you're looking for. We first stopped in at the farmer's market, which is located on the corner and has its own parking lot. It had some fun features like classic big chairs for photos and the like. The market itself is packed with tons of produce, goodies, and souvenirs, both inside and outside, including different flavored seasonal donuts, which were delicious! A little bit further down the street is the section with classic autumnal farm fun activities: corn mazes (two - including a mini one for the kids), pick your own produce (apples were ready at the time of our visit, and we enjoyed perusing the orchard), barrel ride, zip line, play area, and apple cannons, which were a blast! A variety of snacks are available for purchase at the snack shop. This area has its own parking available. Staff was helpful and friendly, and we had a lot of fun exploring and enjoying everything Lynd Fruit Farm has to offer.

I have been there many times both for their fruit and their unbelievable donuts. I also go in the…read morefall to get apples for the deer. Everyone there is so kind and willing to help, even when it is 20° inside in the winter! It is definitely the gem of Fulton and Lucas county!!

Best strawberries ever! Red all the way through; no pasty white centers here! Made an outstanding …read more Friendly, helpful staff. This place is my go to for fresh, in-season fruit.

Great place to pick your own blueberries or blackberries. Staff is really knowledgeable.read more

We typically stop at The Village Market 2 to 3 times a year. Our favorite stop is always in the…read morefall when we pick out our pumpkins for carving. They always have a good variety of sizes and the pricing is fair. I love supporting local! The shop is quaint and adorable and the staff is always cheery.

I love this little place!! The staff is so kind. They have it all..like fall things, produce,…read morebottled things, packaged things, freezer things, fridge things. I love going here because farm to table is where it is at. The prices are a bit expensive, but it is worth it. It is clean, local & the hours are amazing. I have gotten, lemon, limes, avocados, squash, zucchini & popcorn there. What more could you ask for?!