Lighthouse Theatre

The Lighthouse Theatre sits right in Kettering's town centre, a proper local hub for theatre-goers across Northamptonshire. It's the sort of place where you'll catch everything from amateur dramatics to professional touring productions - pantomime in December, comedy nights, concerts, the works. The building itself isn't glamorous, but that's partly the appeal. There's no pretension here, just solid programming and a real sense of community.

You'll get the most from it if you're into live performance without the West End price tag. Families with kids will find the pantomime season worth planning around, and if you've got teenagers, there's often enough variety to find something that won't bore them rigid. The theatre's intimate enough that you're not sitting in the back row of a barn watching actors the size of postage stamps.

Admission varies by show - some events are free, others a tenner or so. Check their schedule online before you book accommodation. It's genuinely worth factoring into a park holiday, especially if the weather turns dodgy. Northfield Farm sits just over a mile away, making it easy to base yourself there and pop into town for an evening show. Lakeview Caravan Park is also close enough for a quick drive. The theatre keeps things ticking over year-round, so whether you're visiting in peak summer or off-season, there's usually something on. For a rainy afternoon that doesn't cost the earth, this beats most indoor attractions round here.