Clean grounds and clear sigth lines make this place a good location for photos, particularly of people whilst using the ruins as a backdrop. More

built in 1821,destroyed by fire in 1974. the fire was so hot it melted the church bell which is just outside the church. only the walls remain standing. My son had his wedding shots done here and they are beautiful. More

Magical place for a moment of relaxation, sit among the ruins to feel inner peace, go back into time of the first settlers to that region and imagine all those who walked the very same grounds that you now stand upon!.. A historical and educational journey through the ruins of St.Raphael's More

It's out of the way but if your driving by in the spring/summer give it a visit. It's closed in the winter months. More

I have visited the Ruins a few times over the course of the last 5 years. First of all, it is situated in a lovely and picturesque area and is probably one of the "best kept secrets" in Ontario. If you hate crowds, touristy attractions that are both showy and overpriced, then you WILL LOVE the Ruins. In effect, the... More

When one thinks of romantic ruins, one usually thinks of things that were not only built a very long time ago, but also destroyed a very long time ago. This is a bit of a exception. It is an early nineteenth century church that was gutted by fire in 1970. Instead of being torn down, it's empty shell was allowed... More