Residents at Kensington Fields will be within easy reach of one of Yorkshire’s most popular locations: the charming Victorian spa town of Harrogate. Just 10 minutes away by car, Harrogate’s well-connected train station offers rail links to Leeds, York, and London.
To the south, the historic village of Pannal is a six-minute drive away via Yew Tree Lane or the A61, with cafes, pubs, and a train station offering excellent links for commuters.
Kensington Fields also benefits from convenient road links: Leeds(15 miles) is just 40 minutes away via the A61, Bradford (19 miles) is approximately an hour’s drive away via the A658, and you can reach Sheffield (52 miles) in as little as 90 minutes via the M1.
Taking time out
The peaceful, rural location of Kensington Fields means it’s a dream for people who love the outdoors. With plenty of walking routes and green open space nearby, as well as on the development itself, [confirm] you can step out of your home and get in touch with nature straight away. Dedicated play areas mean children have a safe space to exercise, and the soon-to-be-restored sunken garden [confirm] will provide a beautiful point of relaxation for residents.
With the luxury of Harrogate on your doorstep, you’ll be spoilt for choice for things to do when living at Kensington Fields. Whether you’re enjoying a leisurely lunch at one of the town’s famous tea rooms and cafes, taking in the stunning historic architecture on a weekend walk, or enjoying a spot of shopping at the many independent shops and boutiques, Harrogate has something for everyone.
Thanks to its picturesque Yorkshire location, Kensington Fields is in close proximity to various parks and beauty spots, including RHS Garden Harlow Carr (a 4-minute drive via Beckwith Road), Rossett Nature Reserve (a 12-minute walk or 3-minute drive via Green Lane), and Crescent Gardens (a 7-minute drive via Harlow Moor Road).
An Everyman Cinema and an Odeon in Harrogate town centre mean you can always catch the latest blockbusters or independent films. Ashville Sports Centre is just a 3-minute walk from Kensington Fields, providing an ideal place to keep fit, with astro turf pitches, a gym, fitness studio, squash courts, and a swimming pool.
For football fans, Harrogate Town AFC’s are an 11-minute drive away via Leadenhall Lane, and you can also reach Elland Road, home of the famous Leeds United, in just under an hour via the A61. Harrogate Rugby Union Football Club can be found 10 minutes away via Yew Tree Lane.
A trip to the shops
Kensington Fields is surrounded by shops to ensure you have all you need, when you need it. There’s a Co-op less than a mile away, and a Sainsbury’s Local and M&S Simply Food just over a mile from the development. For bigger shopping trips, there’s an ASDA Superstore, an Aldi and a LIDL all within 3 miles and 15 minutes by car.
Education
Well-regarded schools are within easy reach of Kensington Fields, ranging from pre-schools to academies and grammar schools.
Discover your new neighbourhood
At Kensington Fields, you’ll be ideally positioned between the villages of Burn Bridge and Pannal, and the historic spa town of Harrogate. With excellent connections via road and rail, and easy access to all the amenities you need, Harrogate is the perfect place to be.
