Industrial: Kettering Leisure Park to Be Redeveloped into Industrial Outdoor Storage October 22nd, 2025 Mya Driver The Kettering Leisure Park is set to undergo a major transformation following recent planning approval for its redevelopment into an Industrial Outdoor Storage (IOS) facility. The decision marks a significant shift in land use from leisure and retail activities toward supporting the region’s growing logistics and industrial storage sectors.The approved redevelopment reflects the changing landscape of the UK’s commercial property market, where demand for IOS space—used for logistics, transport, construction, infrastructure, and manufacturing operations—continues to rise. Unlike traditional warehouses, IOS facilities prioritise large open yard spaces for vehicle, equipment, and material storage, offering flexible and cost-effective solutions for industrial tenants.The approval for Kettering Leisure Park’s change of use was officially confirmed on 22 October 2025, signalling a strategic move in response to national and regional trends. Across the UK, investors and developers are increasingly repurposing underutilised leisure and retail sites to meet the growing need for logistics infrastructure.IOS developments are proving particularly attractive for their lower operating costs, competitive rental rates, and potential for sustained rental growth. These factors are driving heightened interest among commercial property investors seeking stable returns in a rapidly evolving industrial market.The redevelopment is expected to stimulate economic activity in the Midlands by creating new industrial infrastructure and expanding the region’s capacity to support logistics and supply-chain operations. While the transition will reduce leisure-based amenities in Kettering, it aligns with broader economic objectives to strengthen industrial resilience and meet the practical needs of modern businesses.This project underscores a broader market shift across the Midlands and the wider UK, one that prioritises the adaptive reuse of land to meet the evolving requirements of today’s commercial and industrial landscape.