Nothing says July
like a big cone of creamy, frosty ice cream and fun times with the family. If you want to spend a classic New England midsummer
day with the kids while enjoying a tasty treat, I’ve got the best spot
in Massachusetts that’s a must-see this season.
On this episode of Keeping It Real: Living North of Boston, my trusty
co-hosts and I are visiting Richardson’s Ice Cream, located in Middleton on a historic,
family-run dairy farm. With plenty of
outdoor fun available at next-door-neighbor Golf Country, you and your family
are going to love this special venue just as much as we do.
If you see a line of
people outside Richardson’s Ice Cream stand, don’t be surprised: their
handcrafted recipes are popular with both kids and adults, with a variety of
delectable flavors to choose from. It’s
no wonder, since the Richardson family has been perfecting their craft since
1952. In operation for over 300 years,
the 9th generation of Richardson’s currently manages the dairy farm
and attracts many visitors throughout the year.
Their current roster of flavors includes all the classics, while adding
in specialty flavors like Maine Black Bear—a red raspberry ice cream with
chocolate chips and chocolate-covered raspberry truffles—and many more unique
creations.
While the sweet treats
at Richardson’s Ice Cream are enough of a reason to visit, there’s so much more available
to see and do. Next door, Golf Country’s
golfing facility provides a relaxing space for families and individuals to hone
their skills and have some fun. The
driving range is a great place to practice for any skill and age level, and
lessons are offered from a PGA pro.
Golfers can choose from turf stalls or a special natural grass area that’s
open seasonally.
If you want to
practice your putting skills in a fun-filled group setting, you’ll want to check
out Golf Country’s 18-hole Miniature Golf Courses. Challenge yourself as you meander through a
charming, landscaped setting featuring a millpond and stone bridge; lights
illuminating the course in the evening create a whole other ambiance. Since Golf Country is open from 7am to 11pm,
you’ll have plenty of time to try both day and night play! Last but not least, make sure to take a turn
at the Batting Cages (or as Ally likes to call it, “The Death Cage”) for a
challenging practice session with softballs or baseballs. Various speeds are available, and each token
gets you 15 pitches to try to land a home run.
Ending a long day of play
with Richardson’s Ice Cream will be the cherry on top of an awesome Of course, we always keep it
real: the lines can be a bit long, and the bugs can be a bother during the
hottest days. As long as you come
prepared, nothing will stand in your way of having an amazing day at GolfCountry and enjoying the best ice cream that Massachusetts has to offer.
summer
experience.