Sutton: A prosperous village parish located in the Cambridgeshire Fens

Sutton-in-the-isle, more commonly referred to as Sutton, is located on the high ground of the Isle of Ely and provides commanding views across the surrounding low-lying fens. As well as a local One Stop shop for the essentials, there is also a post office, hairdresser, barber, and deli. The village church, St Andrew, is known as one of the great churches of the Fens. Thanks to a good selection of restaurants close by, those moving to our homes for sale in Sutton can enjoy Chinese food from the local takeaway, excellent Indian food from the cosy Sutton Tandoori, or home-cooked meals from The Chequers, the friendly local pub with open fires and regular live music.

At the centre of the village is the Brooklands Centre incorporating an outdoor bowling green, sports pavilion and two football pitches, which are run by the parish council. The local cricket team, Sutton CC Cambs, runs two teams that play on Saturday afternoons during the summer with midweek competitions and friendlies on Sundays.

Ten miles away is the peace and quiet of the Wicken Fen National Nature Reserve. With lovely circular walks around old fens and multiple points of interest such as water pump windmills and a viewing platform and bird hides, it is an idyllic place for walking, cycling, and bird-watching. A little further afield is Welney Washes, with stunning scenery and wide open space with extraordinary wetland nature to explore.

What’s close to Sutton?

The historic cathedral city of Ely is located just a short 6.5 miles distance from our homes for sale in Sutton. The former home of Oliver Cromwell, this magnificent city nestled in the Fen countryside is popular with tourists looking for short weekend getaways. Ely is the second smallest city in England and is small enough to explore mainly on foot. It also provides a perfect base to explore nearby towns and cities such as Cambridge, Newmarket, and the North Norfolk coast.

History enthusiasts will not be disappointed in Ely, with the beautiful Ely Cathedral, former home of Oliver Cromwell, and Ely Museum providing some great opportunities to step back in time for a day or two. Likewise, keen shoppers will find an abundance of independent shops, boutiques, and markets. You may also enjoy a walk along the riverside or a boat trip along the River Great Ouse, also home to a number of great eateries on the riverside. A trip to Ely will provide a perfect day out for all of the family.

Just over 18 miles from Sutton is the beautiful city of Cambridge. A hugely popular tourist destination and home to the famous Cambridge University – this historic city can provide a whole host of adventures for your family. Full of beautiful architecture, traditional pubs, and riverside walks - Cambridge provides a great day out or weekend away. History lovers will yet again be blown away by attractions such as Kings College Chapel, the Fitzwilliam Museum, and punting on the Backs.

Shopping in Cambridge is plentiful, with the Grand Arcade Shopping Centre providing over 60 high-street brands such as John Lewis, Topshop, and The White Company. Or for those looking for something slightly different, the Market Square contains independent gift shops, bookshops, and galleries. Likewise, Cambridge hosts a huge selection of restaurants, pubs, and bars – it is particularly known for being home to some of the best pubs in the region. You’ll struggle to run out of things to do when visiting Cambridge with your family.

Local Schools & Education

For those with young families looking to move home to Sutton, there are many fine schools to choose from. For primary-aged children there is a selection of Ofsted-rated ‘Good’ schools; Mepal and Witcham Primary School is less than 2 miles away, Robert Arkenstall Primary is less than 4 miles away, Ely St John’s Community Primary School is just under 6 miles away, and Isle of Ely Primary School and Ely St Mary’s C of E Junior School are both located within 10 miles of Stirling Cross.

For children of secondary school age, the Witchford Village College is Ofsted-rated ‘Good’, as is Ely College Academy, both within 10 miles of these houses for sale in Sutton. For further education, Ely College has a Sixth Form, Bishop Laney Sixth is nearby for children aged 16-19, and 14 miles away on the outskirts of Cambridge is the College of West Anglia. The prestigious Cambridge University is located 21 miles away.

Transport & Travel

Access to surrounding towns and cities from Stirling Cross is ideal for commuters. Our development is located less than a mile from the A142, which provides direct access to neighbouring towns and cities such as Ely (6.5 miles), Cambridge (just over 18 miles), Peterborough (25 miles), and Thetford (40 miles). The A1 motorway is located just over 28 miles from our property for sale in Sutton, and provides wider access to the south of the country. London and Watford can be reached via the A1 in under 2 hours, and cities such as Braintree and Chelmsford can be accessed via the A14 and M11 in just under 90 minutes and Bury St Edmunds in 45 minutes.

Travel via rail is also easy. Ely Train Station is the nearest, located just 7 miles away from home, providing regular daily services to Cambridge (taking under 20 minutes), Norwich (taking less than an hour), Ipswich (also taking less than an hour), and London (taking just over an hour).

The nearest airport to Sutton is London Stansted at around 45 miles away via the M11. An international airport, London Stansted provides access to approximately 200 destinations worldwide.