Nestled in the heart of the Bedfordshire countryside, on the outskirts of Leighton Buzzard, Rutherford Fields by Catalyst is transforming the site of the former RAF Stanbridge into a much-desired destination for families to call home, with a selection of three and four bedroom houses currently available through Help to Buy.

Perfect for young and growing families, spacious homes at Rutherford Fields feature contemporary layouts offering the best in open plan living, easily adaptable as needs and families change. Kitchens feature top of the range integrated appliances, flowing into bright, airy living, dining rooms. Each home also has its own garden and communal parks and play areas run through the site, providing outdoor space for children to enjoy.

The new development has been attracting first time buyers from all walks of life, including the Goldsmith family. Mark, his wife Nicola, and their two children had been renting locally for years. Keen to take their first step onto the property ladder, their search led them to Rutherford Fields. Help to Buy and a family loan helped Mark and his wife purchase their new three bedroom house in the growing community.

Commenting on his new family home, Mark says, “We had been renting locally for some time but wanted to get ourselves on the property ladder and start investing in our future. We had heard about Rutherford Fields having previously lived two minutes away from the development and were impressed.”

“Having looked at other new build developments, it was by far the best we had seen. Our new home just ticks all the boxes. We can't believe we actually live here – we feel so much more settled as family.

Leighton Buzzard is the quintessential English market town. The Charter Market has been a staple of the high street since 1086 – held twice weekly, stalls sell a wealth of local fruit and veg, fresh cut flowers, and plants. Monthly farmers' and crafts markets add to the atmosphere, drawing traders and enticing visitors to shop local.

In addition to its markets, the town also has a vibrant dining scene. Family-friendly pub The Dukes, serves up classic Sunday lunches, with meat supplied by local butchers, in a Grade II thatched roof building. For meals and drinks accompanied by scenic views, The Grove Lock dishes up a seasonal menu on the banks of the Grand Union Canal. Just over a mile away, the picturesque village of Stanbridge offers even more options for an afternoon or evening out.

Families benefit from a fantastic selection of local schools. Within a 2.5 mile radius of Rutherford Fields is Cedars Upper School, as well brand new The Rushmere Park Academy, opened in 2019, which offers schooling from nursery to Year 4.

Ideal for commuters into London or Milton Keynes, Rutherford Fields has great access to a variety of transport links. There is a direct service from Leighton Buzzard to London Euston station with a journey time of just 45 minutes, while five trains an hour provide connect the town to Milton Keynes in only 12 minutes.

Three-bedroom houses at Rutherford Fields start from £315,000 and four-bedroom houses start from £410,000, with Help to Buy available on homes up to £600,000.

To explore Rutherford Fields and register your interest, visit rutherfordfields.co.uk/

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About Catalyst 

Catalyst have been at the forefront of housing for more than 80 years and provide more than 30,000 homes in London and the South East, through a wide range of rental and home-ownership opportunities.

We are one of the leading housing associations in London and the South East and aim to be a catalyst for change and improvement wherever we work, pursuing better homes, better service and a better future for our customers.