The Ashton General Store, Bakery and original post office was established in 1890 by Herbert and Emily Lovibond (née Stephens) until 1941.

The clubrooms and grounds are still home to Eastern Ranges Cricket Club as well as a venue for Scout meetings and private functions.

Facilities include full kitchen, internal and external canteen windows, toilets, car park and stage in addition to the large, wood-floored hall.

In addition, Ashton has facilities for the cold storage of produce although today's ease of transport and close proximity to Adelaide has meant they are not as extensively used as in the past.

Ashton is located on Lobethal Road approximately 20 minutes or 17 kilometres (11 mi) from the Adelaide City Centre.