Oakfield (Enfield)
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Enfield, NS (Nearby: Elmsdale, Lantz, Wilford, Fall River, Waverley)

206 HWY 2
Enfield, Nova Scotia
B2T 1A0


Nova Scotia Tourism Region : Halifax Metro

Description From Owner:
  • The community took its name from Oakfield, a model estate established in 1865 by Col. John Winburn Laurie (1835-1912).
  • He was born in England and served in the British army during the Crimean War (1853-6) and the Fenian Raids. He came to Canada in 1861, retiring from the army in 1887 with the rank of Lt.-Gen.
  • He represented Shelburne in the House of Commons from 1887-91.
  • With permission from 'Nova Scotia Place Names' David E. Scott 2015


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