Burton Latimer McDonald's opening date revealed

Big Mac fans will be able to get their McDonald's fix in Burton Latimer in just a few weeks' time.

It's been revealed the fast food giant's latest drive-thru and restaurant will open to customers at 11am on October 7.

Last month the famous golden arches were erected near the A6 roundabout, just off Junction 10 of the A14, with the site forming part of the Segro Park development.

The 24-hr McDonald's, which was given planning permission by Kettering Council earlier this year, is expected to create between 65 and 100 jobs for the community.

It will have a double drive-thru lane, outdoor seating, a play frame and 44 car parking spaces.

Earlier this week the restaurant appealed for help to find a hometown hero who could open the new site.

In a Facebook appeal, they said: "We are looking for a member of the local community who has made a real difference to the area and deserves the chance to be recognised.

"We are offering the chance to open the brand new Burton Latimer restaurant alongside other local dignitaries.

"They will also receive a meal for their family every month for the next year and their name on a commemorative plaque in the restaurant."

Anyone who wishes to nominate someone should message the McDonald's Burton Latimer Facebook page with the name of the person they are nominating and why they should be recognised.

Andrew Pilsworth, Segro’s business unit director in national logistics, said: “The McDonald’s restaurant and drive-thru will not only be a great food and drink service for those working at Segro Park Kettering, it will also create at least 65 jobs for the local community."

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