Until a number of old farm units, including Weighbridge Barn, were sold for conversion, the village was closely involved in farming for hundreds of years. This remains an important activity in the surrounding area. The barn was used as part of a complex looking after horses working on the local farm. There was a weighbridge in the track between it and Weighbridge House, which is a private property.

Grittleton was dramatically changed in the 1840’s. A middle aged lawyer called Joseph Neeld unexpectedly inherited a fortune and used the money to develop the 10,000 acre Grittleton estate. He rebuilt the imposing Grittleton House, which is now an upmarket venue for weddings and other important functions. His architect, James Thomson, was employed to develop and improve villages on the estate. His signature style is visible in the nearby hamlet of Sevington and elsewhere - including in Weighbridge House.

Grittleton has remained small, but is very lively. The much loved Neeld Arms pub is four minute’s walk away, through the churchyard. At the east of the village there is a recreation ground, village hall, multi-use games area and children’s playground. The pavilion in the corner is the base for Grittleton Cricket club, which has been operating for over 150 years.