Retirement properties in Northamptonshire

Whether you're looking for stately manors or humbling battlefields, there's plenty of history to uncover around Northamptonshire.

• Wander through an Elizabethan prodigy house at Kirby Hall, which was once owned by the Lord Chancellor to Elizabeth, or visit the 900-year-old Norman Church of St Peter in Northampton.
• Explore thriving high streets in Northampton, Daventry, and Wellingborough, which offer great opportunities for shopping, along with independent cafés ideal for people-watching.
• Find your local U3A group and see what social clubs and hobby groups suit your tastes – all tailored to retirees in your area.

Whether it's challenging hikes or scenic bike rides you’re looking for, there are plenty of places around Northamptonshire to help you keep up an active retirement.

• Sports - Raft, kayak and canoe at the Northampton Active Centre, catch fish across three different lakes at Waterloo Cottage Farm in Great Oxendon, or explore countless miles of scenic paths and trails across a range of country parks and nature reserves.
• Nature - Find a variety of paths in Salcey Forest, at Stanwick Lakes, and in Irchester Country Park, with plenty of local rambling and walking groups available if you fancy some company on your adventures.
• Wildlife - Enjoy birdwatching at Nene Wetlands Nature Reserve in Rushden, or Barnwell Country Park.

Enjoy a rich mix of community living and solo activities that suit you when you retire to Northamptonshire, with plenty of historic towns and vibrant cities to explore.

• Theatre - Royal & Derngate Theatre in Northampton is the beating heart of the county’s culture, home to musicals, workshops, and live performances throughout the year.
• Museums - Abington Park Museum in Northampton and Daventry, and Oundle Museums all offer unique looks into local history.
• Events - Fill your calendar with a fantastic blend of events, like the Northampton Music Festival, and a variety of seasonal markets, from Christmas shopping to traditional village fêtes. 

Northamptonshire’s position in the heart of England’s countryside means it benefits from the best of both worlds: stunning rural landscapes and excellent transport links.

• By car - The M1 runs through the area directly, while Northamptonshire is sandwiched between the M40 and A1(M), providing links to London, Birmingham, Leeds, and beyond.
• By bus - Buses run regularly throughout the region, providing reliable transportation between villages and towns.
• By rail - Northampton Station connects to Birmingham, Milton Keynes and London, while trains are also available from Wellingborough, Kettering, and Corby.