Wicksteed Park

Wicksteed Park in Kettering, Northamptonshire, is a Grade II listed amusement park with 27 rides including coasters, a historic narrow-gauge railway, playgrounds, and outdoor leisure facilities. Established in 1921, it offers family-friendly attractions and hosts regular community events.

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2 miles from Elton Hall

Elton Hall gardens offer visitors expansive historic parkland with formal Edwardian gardens, an orangery, lily pond, and notable topiary, nestled alongside the River Nene. The site features a restored garden awarded for its design and includes plant sales and refreshments.

2 miles from Althorp

Althorp is a historic Grade I listed stately home and estate featuring house tours and extensive grounds in Northamptonshire, England. Visitors can explore the childhood home of Princess Diana as well as enjoy the spacious outdoor estate and gardens. The venue offers facilities for accessibility and group bookings, with free entry for Historic Houses members.

Near Cowper & Newton Museum

Cowper & Newton Museum in Olney is a historic house museum dedicated to 18th century poet William Cowper and John Newton, author of Amazing Grace. Visitors can explore the house, peaceful gardens, and exhibition galleries highlighting local history and art, with activities for children and a shop onsite.

Located in Olney

Olney is a historic market town in Buckinghamshire with rich cultural heritage, known for its connection to poet William Cowper and the famous hymn 'Amazing Grace'. It features historic buildings, traditional events, and a charming high street.

Near Priest's House, Easton on the Hill

Priest's House is a 15th-century historic building showcasing fascinating local architecture and a museum dedicated to Easton's industrial past and slate mining history.

Near Bushmead Priory

Bushmead Priory is a historic Grade I listed Augustinian monastic ruin in Bedfordshire, featuring preserved refectory and kitchen remains. Visitors can explore the outdoor site which reveals architectural history from the 12th century. The priory is open to the public on weekends during spring and summer under English Heritage care.

Lily Pad Cottages - Lily Pad 5

This countryside stone cottage offers ground-floor accommodation with wheelchair accessibility, a shared indoor heated swimming pool, a private enclosed garden with outdoor seating, and a peaceful rural setting ideal for family and group stays.

Near The Prebendal Manor

The Prebendal Manor in Northamptonshire is a Grade I-listed historic manor house dating back to the Anglo-Saxon period. Visitors can enjoy owner-led tours of the house, 16th-century dovecote, tithe barn, and gardens featuring medieval plant selections, with tea and cakes served in the tithe barn.

Medbourne Edge Retreat

Medbourne Edge Retreat offers high-end lodges nestled in the serene Leicestershire countryside, providing a peaceful and stylish setting ideal for romantic or family escapes with opportunities for outdoor adventures and relaxation.

2 miles from Wicksteed Park

Wicksteed Park in Kettering, Northamptonshire, is a Grade II listed amusement park with 27 rides including coasters, a historic narrow-gauge railway, playgrounds, and outdoor leisure facilities. Established in 1921, it offers family-friendly attractions and hosts regular community events.

2 miles from Rockingham Castle

Rockingham Castle is a historically rich Norman castle in Northamptonshire, still home to the Saunders-Watson family. Visitors can explore the castle interiors, extensive gardens, and enjoy facilities like a cafe and shop. The site offers wheelchair access and various visitor amenities, with special events and guided tours available seasonally.

3 miles from Stoke Park Pavilions

Stoke Park Pavilions is a historic house located in Stoke Bruerne, Northamptonshire, offering visitors a chance to explore its heritage mainly through indoor tours. Accessibility is limited for people with disabilities, and children require close supervision. Visits are not free and mostly by appointment except for specific open times during certain holidays.

Located in Towcester

Towcester is an ancient market town in Northamptonshire with rich Roman and Saxon heritage, notable historic buildings like St Lawrence's Church, and a vibrant cultural scene including a racecourse and museums.

Coplow Cabins - Pheasant Lodge

This is a single-storey detached lodge set in the Leicestershire countryside featuring two double bedrooms, open plan living, and private hot tub with garden and patio space, suitable for up to 4 guests including one pet.

3 miles from Burghley House

Burghley House is a grand 16th-century Elizabethan stately home in Lincolnshire featuring magnificent State Rooms, historic art collections, extensive gardens, and adventure play areas for children. Visitors can explore both indoor historical interiors and outdoor parkland with deer and landscaped vistas, alongside facilities including a café and picnic spots.

Sulby Reservoir Retreats - Tansers Barn

Tansers Barn is a boutique barn conversion near Welford offering a peaceful and romantic retreat with a mezzanine double bedroom, private patio with countryside views, and a wood fired hot tub, set on the quiet outskirts of a village with scenic walks and a nearby canal.

3 miles from Grosvenor Centre

The Grosvenor Centre is a major indoor shopping centre in Northampton featuring over 50 shops, eateries, and well-known retail brands, providing a comprehensive retail and food experience in the town centre.

Located in Northampton

Northampton is the county town of Northamptonshire, England, known for its rich history from Bronze Age settlements to a medieval royal castle, vibrant cultural scene, extensive shopping areas, and significant sports facilities including a premiership rugby team.

2 miles from Elton Hall & Gardens

Elton Hall & Gardens is a historic country house in Cambridgeshire featuring a significant art collection and beautifully restored gardens with a Gothic orangery. Visitors can explore the indoor house exhibits and extensive accessible gardens, with refreshment available at the on-site cafe.

Heron Lodge

Heron Lodge is a cosy static holiday home in Northamptonshire's Billing Aquadrome, featuring a bright open plan living space, two bedrooms, and a wrap-around decking overlooking greenery and a stream, positioned near lakes and family-friendly park facilities.

3 miles from Swansgate Shopping Centre

Swansgate Shopping Centre is a major indoor retail hub in Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, featuring over 50 stores including well-known brands and providing a central shopping destination.

Located in Market Harborough

Market Harborough is a historic market town in Leicestershire with a pedestrian-friendly centre, notable landmarks, cultural activities, and canal boating nearby.

Nene Valley Cottages - Len Cottage

A comfortable ground-floor rural cottage in Northamptonshire with views over rolling countryside, on a working farm near market towns and historic sites, offering a peaceful and family-friendly retreat with access to natural surroundings.