Stories
We're always on the lookout for the latest inspirational news and community moments happening around Kettering. If you have a story people should know about, a community project you need help with, or any other important happenings in our town, you can submit it to the Love Kettering Hub using the link below and we'll publish it for you to help get the word out.
We've spent four years building a community of over 9,000 local residents who genuinely want to know what's happening in their town, find brilliant local businesses and support the organisations that make Kettering a great place to live. That audience is one of the most valuable things we have - and we want to help you reach it.
We've pulled together the ultimate list of dog friendly spots based on your suggestions! From cosy coffee stops to local shops, Kettering loves welcoming your four legged friends.
For our very first podcast episode, we sat down with Mark Robinson, chief farmer and founder of Music Barn Festival. Amber has worked with the Music Barn team for a few years, and we are excited to announce that James is joining the MB team. Having been friends for over two decades and sharing a […]
Earlier in the year we caught up with the amazing Mandy and Martin from William Street Community Garden – based in the grounds of All Saints Church. The garden was started from funds raised by the people of William Street. The Community Garden has been going from strength to strength – growing veggies, holding workshops […]
"At the Skate Park, Everyone Was One" We sat down with Trav Clayton, Kettering-born skateboarder and founder of Illicit Skate School, to talk about why skateboarding is about so much more than tricks - and how it's changing young lives across the county.
"From My Conservatory to the Community" We caught up with Claire Gurney, the founder of Community Connections and The Shack Food Project, to hear how a lockdown act of kindness grew into one of Kettering's most vital community organisations.
"Just a Beautiful Space to Be" We caught up with Mandy McQueenie, one of the people behind William Street Community Garden - a green oasis in the heart of Kettering that grew out of the community spirit of lockdown.
"A Friendly Face in the Night" We spoke with Rob and Cordelia, two of Kettering's dedicated Street Pastors - volunteers who give up their Saturday nights to keep people safe on the town's streets. The organisation has been going for 15 years, and their commitment is as strong as ever.
My art is diverse but has in common: interesting composition, remarkable design and the bold use of colour. I use digital media primarily although I bring in elements from the real world such as textures to bring an extra dimension to this medium. Nature, pop culture and the world around me serves as my primary […]
Dan Dwight is a highly skilled tattoo artist based in Kettering, United Kingdom, renowned for his mastery in geometric, black&gray styles. Specializing in blackwork, patternwork, mandalas, dark realism, and portraiture, Dan’s precision and professionalism are evident in every piece he creates. His intricate designs and clean linework mark him as a standout tattooist at the […]
