Bloomfield

Local Attractions

It might be a small town, but there’s plenty to do right here in Bloomfield! Explore some unique points of interest, like the New England Muscle Bicycle Museum or First Cathedral. Visit the Thomas Hooker Brewery or the Waypoint Distillery. Spend a quiet day at one of two public libraries. Or simply enjoy the beautiful scenery at three golf courses, Wintonbury Hills Golf Course, Tumblebrook Country Club, and Gillette Ridge Golf Course.

Outdoor Exploration

It’s not hard to get outside and enjoy the beautiful countryside here in Bloomfield. Town-run parks offer outstanding amenities, like sports fields and courts, hiking and biking trails, picnic areas and playgrounds, ponds and scenic areas along the Farmington River ideal for fishing or paddling, gardens, and even a link to the Metacomet Blue Trail at Wilcox Park.

Also in Bloomfield are outstanding state parks, like Penwood State Park, which offers miles of trails on the Metacomet Ridge, breathtaking views of Lake Louise, and plenty of hiking, biking, and picnicking. The Tariffville Gorge is another breathtakingly beautiful outdoor spot featuring rocky cliffs of the Metacomet Ridge overlooking the Farmington River.

Recreation & Events

The Bloomfield Leisure Services department offers plenty of ways to get active and get involved in the community. It offers a wide variety of adult and youth sports, fitness classes, culture classes and programs, clubs and interest groups, and aquatics for all ages. It also hosts outstanding events throughout the year, like Concerts on the Green, a Memorial Day Parade, ice cream socials, flashlight hikes, day trips to Boston and NYC, and the popular Celebrate Bloomfield festival.

Local Employers

Though located directly north of West Hartford and just 5 miles from Hartford for easy access to a wealth of employment opportunities, Bloomfield is home to several of its own major employers, including Cigna, MetLife, Kaman, Town of Bloomfield, HomeGoods, Jacobs Vehicle Systems, Seabury, Pepperidge Farm, SS&C Technologies, Sun Life Financial, and more.

Public Education

Public school students of Bloomfield are served by Bloomfield Public Schools. The district is comprised of the Wintonbury Early Childhood Magnet School, the Laurel School, the Metacomet School, Carmen Arace Intermediate School, Carmen Arace Middle School, Bloomfield High School, and the Global Experience Magnet School. Also within the town is the Metropolitan Learning Center of CREC schools.