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Rated #1 best small town year after year by Connecticut Magazine. People who discover this quiet, green haven in the north of Fairfield County, often stay. Redding is one of the least dense towns in Connecticut, with a population of 8,270 covering its 31.5 square miles. But, Redding doesn't suffer from isolation; opportunities abound in Redding and neighboring towns, which includes Georgetown, Ridgefield, Newtown, Weston and Wilton for seasonal, athletic, cultural and other community activities. Redding is conveniently located to New York City and the area's major business centers. Redding is approximately 57 miles north of New York City and close to major roadways Route 7, I-84, I-684, I-95 and the Merritt Parkway. Also, minutes away from the Branchville train station For current train schedules call MTA Metro-North at 1-800-METROINFO or view schedule online at: ![]() With its rolling wooded acres and historic white colonials, Redding is a picture of the classic, unspoiled New England town. Mark Twain, the experimental composer Charles Ives, and the famous photographer Edward Steichen, are just three of the artists that have drawn inspiration from living here. Redding also attracts business executives commuting to New York or nearby towns, professionals working at home, families seeking high-quality education for their children, and others looking for bucolic retreat. Historic Points of Interest:
Redding's commitment to preserving land in its natural state makes it unique in Fairfield County. Over ¼ of the town's 20,600 acres are protected, providing seasonal enjoyments to residents and important conservation benefits. This land includes the Saugatuck Reservoir, two state parks, and land owned by the town and private groups like the Nature Conservancy, Connecticut Audubon Society, and the Redding Land Trust. Town of Redding students are served by three schools: Redding Elementary School, John Read Middle School and Joel Barlow High School. The Redding Board of Education governs Redding Elementary School and the John Read Middle School; Joel Barlow High School falls under the jurisdiction of the Region 9 Board of Education, which covers Redding and Easton. From playing fields and tennis lessons to summer concerts on the Green, Redding's Park & Recreation Department offers over 60 programs each year geared to preschoolers, school-age children, teens and adults. The new Redding Community offers three multi-purpose playing fields, a gymnasium, two community rooms, a senior center and the Park and Recreation offices. The Redding Country Club has an eighteen hole golf course, Olympic sized swimming pool, tennis courts, platform tennis courts and clubhouse, emphasizes total family involvement. The tall white spires of Redding's churches serve as important landmarks. Coming into town on Rte. 58, you turn left at Christ Episcopal Church, whose pastor openly prayed for King George during the Revolutionary War and survived repeated threats to his life. The Congregational Church is an example of the Greek Revival style of the early 1800's and is the site of an annual fall arts and crafts fair. There are also Catholic, Unitarian, Jewish, Bible, Lutheran, and Methodist houses of worship from which to choose. Colleges within easy commute include Western Connecticut State University (Danbury), Fairfield University, Norwalk Community College, University of Bridgeport, University of Connecticut at Stamford, Sacred Heart University and Yale University. Photo
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