Location: Kettering
Top Things to do in Kettering
What to do and see in Kettering, England: The Best Things to do
Kettering is a town in Northamptonshire, England, about 81 miles (130 km) north of London and 15 miles (24 km) from Northampton. Kettering is mainly situated on the west side of the River Ise, a tributary of the River Nene which meets at Wellingborough. Originally named Cytringan, Kyteringas and Keteiringan in the 10th century, the name Kettering is now taken to mean 'the place (or territory) of Ketter's people (or kinsfolk)'.
Restaurants in Kettering
1. RAF Grafton Underwood Memorial
2. Eleanor Cross
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 61 reviews
Reviewed By 487malcolmj
Geddington village is worth a visit for many reasons but it is also unique in having the only triangular-section Queen Eleanor Cross of the 12 or so erected in the 1290s (nearby Hardingstone Cross on the southern side of Northampton and Waltham Cross are the other sole survivors). The quality of the stone carving at Geddington is outstanding and much of the detail remains sharp after over 700 years exposure to the elements! Historians debate the stylistic forms of the carvings and they may or may not be Spanish or English Gothic in origin but this is all a bit academic really. Go visit and spend a quiet 30 minutes or so in the centre of a virtually unspoilt English village with a rich heritage. St Mary Magdalene church, The Star Inn and the medieval bridge over the River Ise (with adjacent ford) are also worth visiting as you wander around. NB. Check SatNav for Geddington location as village now off main road but approx. mid-way between towns of Kettering and Corby.
3. Lighthouse Theatre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 116 reviews
Reviewed By faccfc
Third time we have visited The Lighthouse and every time has been brilliant. good acoustics and excellent viewing from most seats
4. West Lodge Rural Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 409 reviews
We are an open, working family farm with indoor and outdoor adventure play areas, acres of beautiful walks, a large variety of farm animals including pigs, sheep, cows and goats. Activities on offer include free barrel rides, piglet racing, cuddle corner petting sessions with the smaller animals such as rabbits and guinea pigs. We also run pony rides and tractor tours of the farm at a small extra cost. Lots of picnic areas and a large family restaurant.
Reviewed By Silverdoe02 - Market Harborough, United Kingdom
We've been coming here since my 9 year old was a baby and we love it. Staff are friendly, I can relax knowing my children are safe to run around, the facilities are great and restaurant recently really improved. The annual pass is great value for locals like us and there are regular themed weekends. Most extras within the farm are free, except pony rides and the large tractor rides so you don't feel like you're constantly being done for money. The walks are glorious, there's loads of wildlife and a new indoor playbarn which the kids love.
5. Bugtopia
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 273 reviews
Award Winning Bugtopia Meet & Greet sessions where you learn about the wonderful world of insects and get the opportunity to handle them. Our pop up shop in the Newlands centre Kettering has meet and greet sessions Mo,Thurs,Fri 10.30am, 11.30am, 12.30pm,1.30pm and 3.30pm. Sat and Sun 11am,12pm, 2pm and 3pm. Limited spaces so book on arrival at the Newlands centre.
6. The Parish Church of St Peter and Paul
7. Rockingham Road Pleasure Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By maisie71210 - Kettering, United Kingdom
My grandsons loved it here. Good variety of play things and lovely area to just run round in. It is also enclosed so safe to let kids run
8. Manor House Museum
9. Boughton House
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 147 reviews
One of Britain’s grandest and best-preserved stately homes with a fabulous art collection and a restored 18th-century designed landscape gardens, woodlands and a grand country park. It is open every Easter and August for guided tours and at other times of the year for special events. Groups can visit all year round by appointment. Boughton has some of the best-preserved baroque State Rooms in the British Isles. Here you can walk through grand apartments of contrasting character decorated in extravagant yet elegant taste with the finest artworks of the House’s golden era. Once you’ve had your tour of the House, you can step out into the surrounding country park. Its tranquil delights have been carefully restored over the last decade, and now there are wide sculptured lawns to survey, serene lakes, waterways, woods and avenues of trees to be strolled down.
Reviewed By johnbV192JB - Stamford, United Kingdom
Boughton House have achieved an excellent blend of knowledge and anecdote on the tours of their house with a choice of three tours covering different parts of the house. Along with excellent gardens and views over the estate this is excellent value for money.
10. Twywell Hills and Dales
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 54 reviews
Reviewed By TrishShortland - Northamptonshire, United Kingdom
Visited yesterday for the first time, and will definitely return!! Plenty of parking, no charge. My dog was very happy to explore off lead, we both enjoyed our walk and are looking forward to seeing the seasons changing there.
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