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Nether Heyford is a substantial village in West Northamptonshire, perhaps best known for having one of the largest village greens in the country. Spanning roughly six acres and used for everything from cricket matches to local gatherings, this central expanse gives the village an unusually open, airy feel. Located six miles west of Northampton, it sits between the River Nene and the Grand Union Canal. The village has a long-recorded history, with the remains of a significant Roman villa discovered nearby at Horestone Meadow in the 17th century, though today it is a mix of traditional ironstone cottages and more modern residential pockets. For everyday practicalities, it is one of the better-served villages in the area, maintaining two pubs, a primary school, and a local shop that serves as a focal point for the community. Its position is particularly convenient for transport; it is tucked just far enough away from the M1 and the A45 to remain quiet, while still providing easy access to the motorway network and the mainline trains running from Northampton or Milton Keynes.