Cornerstone Kettering

The Cornerstone sits bang in the middle of Kettering town centre, a striking modern building that doesn't pretend to be anything other than what it is - a contemporary arts and cultural venue. Inside you'll find exhibitions that rotate regularly, plus a cinema, café, and performance spaces. It's the sort of place that rewards a proper look around, not a quick snap for Instagram.

Who gets the most from it depends on timing, really. If there's a show or exhibition that catches your eye, absolutely go. The cinema screens mainstream and arthouse films. Families with kids find it engaging enough for a couple of hours, though younger ones might lose interest unless something specific's on. Art types and theatre enthusiasts will want to check what's programmed before visiting - that's the whole point.

The building itself is worth noting. It's not old or grand - it's deliberately modern, which some find refreshing and others find a bit soulless. But it works as a community hub, and the café's decent for a pit stop.

If you're staying at Northfield Farm just over a mile away or Lakeview Caravan Park a couple of miles down the road, the Cornerstone makes for a solid rainy-day option or an evening out. Don't go expecting a world-class attraction - go because you want to see what's on. Check their programme online first, otherwise you might arrive to find nothing that grabs you.