When was Melton first found?

Melton, a town in Leicestershire, England, has its origins dating back to the 11th century. It was mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1086, where it was recorded as a small settlement. The town likely developed earlier, but the Domesday Book provides the earliest official reference to its existence. Over the centuries, Melton evolved into a market town known for its agricultural produce and later as a center for fox hunting.