Although technically Bradford is in Stark County it is included here because of its proximity to the Shallowbrook Farm Retreat & Conference Center. Shallowbrook sits just inside the Bureau County border but is closer to the town of Bradford. An exceptional facility, Shallowbrook is both functional and picturesque. A stable of horses is present and there are numerous places to climb and for children (and adults) to engage in outside activities.

Shallowbrook is that rare facility that can handle almost every type of get together one can imagine. A popular spot for weddings, they can handle outdoor weddings for 350 guests. Many couples include their rehearsal dinner and overnight accomodations. The number of bedrooms is surprising and the downstairs (basement) has laundry access, a game room with a large card table, and a slate pool table. Outdoors there is a pool, tennis court, and basketball court.

Business meetings and church retreats are often held here. Food can be arranged to be prepared on site or brought in by guests. Family reunions are also popular. Also of note is that Shallowbrook only rents to one group at a time.