Redding, Connecticut with a population of almost 9,000 and covering over 32 square miles, is situated in what is known locally as the Housatonic Valley. It is surrounded by Ridgefield, Danbury, Bethel, Newtown, Easton, Weston and Wilton, Connecticut. Redding was first settled in 1714, incorporated in 1767, and counts Mark Twain among its prominent former residents. Redding is known for its dedication to excellence in education, maintaining open space, modest commercial development, large-acreage rural atmosphere and preserving its historical and natural resources. The Town of Redding is home to thousands of acres of open space, fields and woodlands as well as reservoirs that provide water to lower Fairfield County residents. Redding has two State Parks within its boundaries. Putnam Memorial Park was the site of a Revolutionary War troop encampment. Huntington State Park attracts hikers, mountain bikers and cross country skiers. 

Topstone Park is town-owned and used by residents year round for hiking, fishing, camping and swimming. The Redding Community Center, opened in 2002, includes three multi-purpose playing fields, tennis courts, a gymnasium, two community rooms and a senior center. Concerts-on-the Green are held on Sunday evenings and feature Jazz, Rock and Roll, Big Band and Country music. Within its boundaries, Redding boasts 23 Parks, Preserves, Trails and Natural Areas covering over 4,500 acres. 

Residents of Redding are attracted to and proud of the quaint, rural lifestyle and absence of any significant commercial development. Yet in reality, Reddingites are no more than a few miles from shopping in Georgetown, Ridgefield, Wilton, Danbury and Bethel. 

People fall in love with Redding for many reasons. For most, the list includes Reddings Top-Rated K-12 Schools and the consistent growth and stability of Redding Home Values.