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Welcome To Kettering
Kettering can trace its origins back to an early Roman British settlement. By the 17th century the town was a centre for the production of woollen cloth but the present town mostly grew up in the 19th century with the development of the boot and shoe industry and the coming of the railway.
Today the town benefits from its position on the busy A14.
It was once an important centre for non-conformism and William Carey founded the Baptist Missionary Society here in 1792.
The town's Heritage Quarter in Sheep Street houses the Manor House Museum and the Alfred East Gallery. The gallery, built in 1913, is the largest in Northamptonshire and commemorates one of Kettering's most famous residents, the painter Sir Alfred East RA. Today the gallery holds one of the world's largest collections of his paintings, as well as works by many other artists.
Historic Houses
Boughton House, Kettering NN14 1BJ
Ralph Montagu left intact the Tudor house with its seven courtyards, adding to the north of the house in the French style - the house was known as the 'English Versailles'. Garden that retain its late 17th century formality. Boughton House information
Kelmarsh Hall Kelmarsh, Kettering NN6 9LY
An 18th century house, surrounded by gardens and parkland, part of a working estate. Kelmarsh Hall information
Triangular Lodge Rushton, Kettering NN14 1RP
One mile west of Rushton, near Desborough, north of Kettering. Dating from 1597, this strange building was designed by Sir Thomas Tresham, described as 'the purest folly in the country', the lodge was built on three levels, with three walls, three window Triangular Lodge information
Museums
Kettering Museum and Art Gallery Sheep Street, Kettering NN16 0AN
The museum also contains the Alfred East Art Gallery. Local history exhibits and temporary exhibitions. Shop. Kettering Museum and Art Gallery information
Naseby Battle and Farm Museum Purlieu Farm, Naseby, Kettering NN6 7DD
West on A14, the site of a crucial Civil War battle in 1645. Cromwell's New Model Army carried out a counter-attack that crushed the main Royalist army. Model of the battle with commentary. Naseby Battle and Farm Museum information
Out & About
Wicksteed Park Barton Road, Kettering NN15 6NJ
Established by Edward Wicksteed in 1916, Wicksteed Park one of the oldest amusement parks in the country. The company Charles Wicksteed built up still makes playground equipment in Kettering today. One of the first attractions was boating, introduced in Wicksteed Park information
Kinewell Lake Ringstead, Kettering
A605 at Ringstead, beside the River Nene, this nature reserve has been established around former gravel-pit lakes. Walk around the lake, picnic benches, car park. Kinewell Lake information
Geddington, Kettering
Between Kettering and Corby, in 1290 this village was one of the resting places of Queen Eleanor's funeral cortege as it went from Harby (Lincolnshire) to Westminster Abbey. Her husband Edward I ordered the construction of a cross at each of the 12 stopp Geddington information
Hotels
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17 Market Place Kettering Kettering NN16 OAJ MAP In the centre of Kettering, this traditional English inn has a cosy bar, en suite rooms and free Wi-Fi. Kettering Rail Station is 4-minute walk away. The rooms at the Old Market Inn have en suite facilities, tea/coffee, TVs and internet access. Ketterin... More Information and Book ... |
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Kettering Parkway Kettering NN15 6XT MAP Set just off the A14, the 4-star Kettering Park Hotel offers an award-winning restaurant, luxury spa and beauty treatments. Guests have free Wi-Fi and free parking, 2 miles from Kettering’s centre. Air-conditioned rooms each feature satellite TV, tea a... More Information and Book ... |
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Market Place Kettering NN16 0AJ MAP In the heart of Kettering town centre’s conservation area, this former coaching inn from the 17th century offers good-value comfort and style in a convenient location. Whether you are visiting local attractions, wanting to shop in the nearby pedestrian... More Information and Book ... |
Guest Houses, Bed and Breakfasts, Inns and other Hotels
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Harborough Road Kettering NN14 2UG MAP With an Asian-themed restaurant and free secure parking, Travel Plaza offers spacious rooms with free Wi-Fi. It is situated just off the A6 road, on the outskirts of peaceful Desborough. The colourful rooms at Travel Plaza feature private bathrooms with ... More Information and Book ... |
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Bridge Street Kettering NN14 6JW MAP In the heart of quaint and historic Rothwell, this comfortable and friendly hotel offers home-cooked British food, tasteful rooms with free broadband and good service. Rothwell House Hotel is convenient for the A14 and Kettering. It is now under new mana... More Information and Book ... |
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Queen Street, Geddington Kettering NN14 1AZ MAP The White Lion is a warm, welcoming village pub and restaurant set in the historic village of Geddington. It is about 7 miles from Rockingham Speedway. All rooms have an en suite bathroom, colour TVs and tea/coffee. The pub offers a wide choice of beers,... More Information and Book ... |
Towns Near Kettering To Visit - straight line distance:
Corby Tourist Information (6.48 miles) Wellingborough Tourist Information (6.62 miles) Market Harborough Tourist Information (10.05 miles) Oundle Tourist Information (12.25 miles)
Where to Stay in Kettering
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Kettering Tourist Information Centre
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The Coach House (behind Library)
Sheep Street
Kettering
NN16 0AN
Tel: 01536 410266
Email: tic@kettering.gov.uk
