New Homes in Kettering

Make the move

New homes in Kettering sit in Northamptonshire. Surrounded by countryside with great travel links, it’s ideal for commuters.

Things to see and do

Kettering has a range of facilities, from parks and green spaces to leisure and theatre choices. You’ll also find a selection of shops, from independent boutiques to high street favourites in the town.

The award-winning Market Place is a popular spot for filmmakers and hosts several events, while at Kettering Museum and Art Gallery you can discover what makes the town unique. In the Alfred East Gallery you can enjoy a series of changing exhibitions by local artists, along with a permanent collection featuring the works of Sir Alfred East, T.C Gotch and other artists.

Wicksteed Park was one of the country’s first ever leisure parks, and is located on the edge of the town. Offering rides such as ‘Snakes & Ladders’ with its 8m drop slide, a play factory and a lake with shingle beach and rowing boats, there’s something for all the family.

Boughton House is another great option for a day out. As one of Britain’s stately homes, you can enjoy viewing its collections of art, which includes The Adoration of the Shepherds by El Greco, Breaking Cover by John Wootton and portraits by Van Dyck.

Kettering has several restaurants and bars alongside great entertainment. The Lighthouse Theatre is the town’s main venue which opened in 2008. Here you can enjoy a number of shows and concerts, for all ages.

Education

Kettering and the surrounding areas have a wide range of schools, offering families plenty of choice.

Transport links

Kettering has great transport links.

The main roads connecting Kettering include the A14 which links the town with the A45 dual carriageway, M1 and M6 motorways. The A6003 connects Kettering with Corby and Northampton while the A509 links Kettering with Wellingborough.

For those travelling by train, Kettering is located on the Midland Main Line railway which offers InterCity trains into London St Pancras International in around one hour; great for commuters and trips into the capital.

East Midlands and Birmingham airports are both within easy travelling distance for those wanting to travel further afield. East Midlands Airport is located around 54 miles away and can be reached in just under an hour, while Birmingham Airport is 55 miles away.