Visitors Guide
Tucked away in the spectacular Cowichan Valley and 50 km (31 miles) north of Victoria, Duncan, BC is in the heart of the Warm Lands. With the mildest climate in Canada, Duncan provides excellent year-round opportunities for outdoor adventure and activities. In addition to the natural charms that make Vancouver Island a haven for hikers, cyclists, and outdoor enthusiasts, the Cowichan Valley boasts excellent shopping, restaurants, performing and fine arts venues, medical facilities and services.
Queen Margaret's School is located on 27 country-like acres in the Cowichan Valley and is an easy walk to the small and friendly town centre of Duncan, BC.
Accommodation in the Cowichan Valley:
While visiting the Cowichan Valley, Queen Margaret's School is pleased to suggest the following hotels for your stay. Please state that you are a guest of QMS to receive a special rate discount.
Holmesdale House Bed & Breakfast
Best Western Cowichan Valley Inn
Silver Bridge Inn
Ocean Front Suites at Cowichan Bay
Driving Directions:
From Victoria drive north...
Drive north out of the city on the Trans Canada Highway # 1.
Stay on highway #1 right into the city of Duncan. When you reach Trunk Road (also called Tzouhalem Road) turn LEFT onto Trunk Road (before the 7-11). Stay on Trunk Road (note the name will change to Government Street) until you reach a short street on the LEFT called Brownsey Avenue. Turn LEFT onto Brownsey and you will see our campus at the end of the street. If you have reached another 7-11 store, you will have just missed us and will need to turn around.
From Nanaimo drive south...
Drive South out of the city on the Trans Canada Highway # 1.
Stay on highway #1 right into the city of Duncan. When you reach Trunk Road (also called Tzouhalem Road) turn RIGHT onto Trunk Road (at the 7-11 store). Stay on Trunk Road (note the name will change to Government Street) until you reach a short street on the LEFT called Brownsey Avenue. Turn LEFT onto Brownsey and you will see our campus at the end of the street. If you have reached another 7-11 store, you will have just missed us and will need to turn around.
Click here for Mapquest directions from Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal to QMS
Click here for a printable (.pdf) overview map of our Campus
Click here for a map of Canada
