Family fun in Corby

House-hunters can find out about three fantastic developments of new homes in the regenerated town of Corby in Northamptonshire, as leading house-builder George Wimpey throws the doors open to family fun this Bank Holiday weekend.

On Saturday 23rd and Sunday 24th May, visitors to the Poppyfields development off Butland Road can enjoy a host of activities, including children’s entertainment between 11am and 4pm, including balloon modelling, face-painting and the chance to meet the housebuilder’s friendly mascots, George Wimpey and Sandy Pit.

With drinks and nibbles available throughout the weekend, there’s also the opportunity to take a free open-topped bus ride from Poppyfields to see the Appleton Gate development in Great Oakley, and the South Wood development in the nearby village of Stanion.

Kelly French, Sales and Marketing Director for George Wimpey East Midlands, says: “Corby is undergoing an incredible transformation to become a major centre in the Midlands, with a new shopping centre, new leisure and cultural facilities, as well new schools, colleges and jobs, plus the recently opened railway station offering a direct, 60-minute service to London.

“Our Bank Holiday fun weekend is a chance for people to come along and find out more about the town and the superb range of three and four-bedroom homes available from just £126,995.”

With the effects of regeneration, house prices in Corby are expected to increase, making homes in Corby a great long-term investment.

The ‘Davenport’ at Poppyfields, for example, is just one of the spacious family homes available at the developments.

Priced from just £139,995, this contemporary three-storey, three-bedroom townhouse features a superb combined living room/dining room with French doors to the rear garden, perfect for family life and enjoying the company of friends.

The ground floor is completed by a thoughtfully-designed kitchen, a separate entrance hallway and a guest cloakroom, while upstairs, the landing leads to two generously-proportioned bedrooms and the family bathroom.

On the top floor, the master bedroom offers extensive accommodation comprising the large bedroom, adjoining dressing area and spacious en-suite shower room. Deep Velux windows give the rooms a bright and airy feel.

Like all new homes at the three developments, the ‘Davenport’ enjoys a high standard specification including gas central heating, double glazing and fitted kitchen with built-in oven, hob and hood.

George Wimpey’s easymover programme provides a range of special incentives on selected properties for first-time buyers, while customers with a house to sell can reserve their new home and then sit back and relax while the housebuilder finds a buyer for their current property - guaranteeing 100% of the market value – and pays the estate agents’ fees.

Customers can also take advantage of the leading housebuilder’s House 2 Home bespoke moving package comprising free UK removal regardless of distance or size of property, full packing and unpacking service and insurance cover.

Poppyfields, Appleton Gate and South Wood are within easy reach of Corby town centre, home to a vast array of independent and high street stores, leisure facilities, public houses and restaurants, as well as schools for children of all ages.

For commuters, the developments are a short drive from the A14, providing easy links to the M6 and M1.

The Bank Holiday fun weekend starts at Poppyfields, off Butland Road, Corby, from 11am until 4pm on Saturday 23rd and Sunday 24th May.

For more information visit georgewimpey.co.uk .