GBCC - Burlington Once known as West Britain, and later, part of Bristol, this small community of gently rolling hills, pristine woodlands, and working farms nestled at the foot of the Berkshires broke with its parent community over the expense and location of road construction to be incorporated as the town of Burlington in 1806. Forty-eight percent of its land is owned by three water companies and the state of Connecticut, a fact which, while limiting building, ensures the future of Burlington's rural character for generations.
Recreation plays a major role in planning the town's direction.
Burlington currently has two owned areas with a waterfront and tennis courts, and two leased areas for soccer and baseball fields.