Benjamin Franklin's ancestors lived here for over 300 years, many generations of them being the village blacksmiths, on a site where now stands the Three Horseshoes Inn.

The stained glass in the east window of St Mary Magdalene's Church is dedicated to the memory of Major General Frederick Edward Sotheby of Ecton Hall.

It depicts The offering of King David at the Cave of Adullam, and was executed in 1912 by Percy Bacon & Brothers.

The Three Horseshoes offers traditional pub games including skittles, darts and cribbage.

The village has also been home to many different trades, including a baker, blacksmith, tailor and a bell foundry.

There are many self-employed people operating in the village offering services such as hairdressing, building, and odd-job persons.

[10] The village has a playing field which is adjacent to The World's End pub and The Shrine which has swings, a roundabout, slide and climbing equipment for young children.