Directions
Chestnut Vale enjoys a well-connected location in Stanton Cross, just two miles east of Wellingborough. The A45 is just 2.7 miles away and offers excellent road links to major commuter areas in the north and east, as well as to Northampton in the west.
Those preferring to travel by train will find Wellingborough station less than a mile from the development, which offers regular services to Corby and London St. Pancras.
The development is situated on Irthlingborough Road, Stanton Cross, Wellingborough, and falls within the boundaries of North Northamptonshire Council.
Leisure
From outdoor activities to theme parks and museums, Chestnut Vale's location affords residents an array of choice for spending their free time.
Locally, there's Ditchford Lakes and Meadows, Nene Wetlands Nature Reserve, and Irchester Country Park - which will all appeal to lovers of the outdoors, and can all be reached within a 10-minute drive.
Just north of the development is a newly opened play area, which features a playhouse, climbing frames, a seesaw, and much more.
Nearby Wellingborough boasts its own museum, theatre, and a laser tag centre, as well as range of other entertainment opportunities.
Just under 10 miles away is Wicksteed Park, where visitors can explore a host of attractions and rides. From rollercoasters and water chutes to ball pits and crazy golf, there's something for the whole family.
Transport
Perfectly situated for anyone looking to commute, Chestnut Vale enjoys first-rate transport links that enable rapid travel to nearby towns and cities.
Wellingborough train station is only a little over a mile away from the development and provides regular services in Kettering to the north and Bedford to the south.
Alternatively, those with a car can reach Northampton in less than 30 minutes, Milton Keynes in around 40 minutes, and Peterborough in under an hour.
Education
Potential homebuyers with young children will see Chestnut Vale as a wonderful home, as there a several highly regarded schools in the areas around the development. Within just a couple of miles are Rowan Gate Primary School, The Avenue Infant School, and St Barnabas C of E School - which can all be reached in just a short drive.
For older children, there are a number of secondary schools near to Chestnut Vale, including Wrenn School and Sir Christopher Hatton Academy, which are both around two miles away from the development.
University-level education is also within easy reach, with campuses for the University of Northampton and the University of Bedfordshire both under a 40-minute drive away.
Shopping
Everyday essentials can be bought from a variety of nearby supermarkets, with one well-known option just over a five minute drive away from Chestnut Vale.
Swansgate Shopping Centre - which is about a mile-and-a-half away - provides a local choice for in-depth shopping, as the centre boasts independent stores, high-street chains, and several eateries.
Further afield, there's also Rushden Lakes Shopping Centre, Newlands Shopping Centre, and Grosvenor Shopping Centre - all 10 to 25 minutes' drive, respectively.
