Sutton in the Elms

Sutton in the Elms is a hamlet in the northwest of Broughton Astley, Leicestershire. Its name is sometimes abbreviated to Sutton. Sutton is one of the three settlements mentioned in Domesday that now comprise Broughton Astley: namely Broctone, Sutone and Torp.

Geography

The hamlet is about 9 miles (14 km) south west of the City of Leicester in the District of Harborough in Leicestershire. Sutton is one of the more desirable housing areas of Broughton Astley with homes dating from many periods. There are a number of farms, and at the West end of Sutton Lane, near the B4114 is a go-kart track.

There is also Sutton in the Elms Private Care Home, a nursing care facility catering for 39 elderly residents in a homely environment.

History

Sutton in the Elms has had a Baptist church since around 1650, making it the oldest established Baptist church in the county. It is still thriving today.

Sutton in the Elms also played an important part in the history of the Quakers. George Fox, founder of the Quakers, addressed his first open air meeting outside the 'steeple house' in 1647 and the Quaker Cottage at Sutton stands today.