When families start thinking seriously about where to move, the conversation usually starts with the home itself — number of bedrooms, garden size, how the kitchen works.
But it doesn’t take long before the questions shift. What are the schools like? How far is it to get to work? Where would the kids go on weekends? Is this somewhere we’d actually want to put down roots?
At The Furlongs at Holland Park, the answer to all of those questions is a good one. Here’s why.
The schools
For families with children — or planning ahead for when they do — the education options around Spalding are a genuine strength. The area is served by a range of well-regarded schools across all ages, including Spalding Grammar School and Spalding High School at secondary level, Spalding Primary School, and Ayscoughfee Hall School, an independent prep school, for younger children. Multiple nurseries and early years settings sit within a short drive of the development.
It’s the kind of school provision that families move to an area for — and it’s already here.
The green space
One of the things that becomes more important when you have a family is access to outdoor space that doesn’t require a long drive. The Furlongs delivers on this. The River Welland runs nearby, offering quiet riverside walks and a genuine sense of nature within the town. Ayscoughfee Gardens — one of Spalding’s most loved green spaces, complete with historic grounds and a tearoom — is just minutes away. Spalding Common and several local play areas add to the everyday options, while the wider Lincolnshire Fens offer miles of cycling routes and open landscape for families who want to properly get outside.
The connections
Being well connected is non-negotiable for most families today — and The Furlongs sits in a genuinely practical position. Peterborough is approximately 35 minutes by car, with fast trains to London King’s Cross in around 55 to 65 minutes. Boston and Stamford are both around 35 to 40 minutes by car. Lincoln is approximately 55 minutes. For households where one or both partners commute, this is a location that doesn’t make that commute harder than it needs to be.
The community
Spalding is a town with real character. The annual Flower Parade is one of the most celebrated local events in the county — a reflection of an area that takes pride in its traditions. Market Place has independent shops and cafés alongside modern conveniences. Springfields Outlet Shopping and Leisure offers retail, restaurants, and gardens in one well-used destination. Baytree Garden Centre, Ayscoughfee Hall Museum and Gardens, and a broader calendar of community events all contribute to a town that feels alive year-round.
This isn’t a dormitory town. It’s somewhere people genuinely choose to be.
The homes
Set within this community, The Furlongs at Holland Park offers a collection of 2 to 5 bedroom homes designed for modern family life. Thoughtfully laid out, well finished, and built by a developer with 50 years of Lincolnshire experience — these are homes that give families proper room to grow.
Every property includes solar panels, battery storage and an EV charging point as standard. The average homeowner saves an estimated £1,353 per year on energy costs compared to a typical older UK home.* For families thinking about the long-term cost of where they live, that’s a number worth knowing.
Family homes are available now from £229,995.
Ready to take a look?
The best way to understand whether The Furlongs is right for your family is to visit. Our sales team are on site, happy to show you around and answer your questions without any pressure.
*Estimated annual energy cost savings based on modelling comparing a typical older UK home to a Broadgate Homes property at The Furlongs at Holland Park. Actual savings will vary depending on occupancy, energy tariffs and usage patterns. Speak to our team for full details.
