Sutton

The picturesque village of Sutton is located 20km to the north east of Canberra, in the rolling hills that are the upper reaches of Yass Valley. 

One of the first explorers to the area was Charles Throsby who wandered through the Sutton area in 1820 looking for the Murrumbidgee river.  The village was first surveyed in 1853 and when gold was discovered 30 years later, the population soared. 

Traditionally, the Sutton area has been dependent on horses, cattle and sheep.  However, in recent years, the region has become home to alpacas and deer farms, wineries and olive groves.  Sutton village has become an attractive destination for the day tripper based in the nation's capital, while its close proximity to Canberra has made it a popular choice for those looking to adopt a country lifestyle within easy commuting distance.