The Ausbon Sargent Land Preservation Trust is pleased to announce the conservation of the “William Bean Quarry” on Kings Hill Road in Sutton.

The Paul property, which has been named the “William Bean Quarry,” is an undeveloped, primarily forested 139-acre parcel offering a great asset to the Town of Sutton and all who enjoy exploring the outdoors. It is also listed as a valuable wildlife habitat. The “William Bean Quarry” is open to the public for low impact, non-commercial outdoor recreation, including snowmobiling and provides scenic enjoyment to the public as they hike and travel along King Hill Road. In addition there is a rich history regarding this Sutton property that dates back to the late 1700s. The property was specifically listed in the Town of Sutton’s 2005 Master Plan as one of the 21 Cornerstones in the Community Cornerstones Project due to the views afforded from the property and the presence of the historic granite quarries. The “William Bean Quarry” adds to over 1,059 acres of conserved land that is adjacent to and near the property, including the King Hill Reservation. This project was made possible by the generosity of Tom and Janet Paul, the hard work of the Sutton Conservation Commission, and the support of the voters in the Town of Sutton.