Rutland has an enviable number of fantastic local businesses who share a sense of community spirit and passion for the county.

One of these is Hanson UK, a leading supplier of building materials and  cement products, with one of their sites being Ketton quarry in Rutland.
The company’s vision is to support their local communities, and this includes supporting the production of the Discover Rutland Autumn Winter Visitor Guide 2020, as a way to support the local economy. So a big THANK YOU goes to Hanson UK 🙂

Rutland is a county bursting with flavour! The variety and quality of produce made in this area is astonishing.

Discover, and spent time exploring, Rutland’s delights at your leisure. We have modern 4, 6 and 8 seater vehicles to take you and your friends to seek-out Rutland’s beauty – and tarry awhile!

With a focus on offering the finest produce, sourced locally wherever possible, Gates Farm Shop promises customers a true foodie experience.

As the publishers of Discover Rutland, Nimble Media Ltd delivers a variety of bespoke tailor-made projects, events and publications including conferences, award ceremonies, gala dinners, corporate events and charity fundraising events.

The local community radio station for Rutland and Stamford – a great source of local knowledge, community events and toe-tapping tunes.

Arts for Rutland is a Registered Charity committed to leading, promoting and supporting the arts in Rutland. It consists of a small volunteer committee that aims to be representative of the county’s arts organisations and various creative disciplines.

Hegarty are your local legal team. Whatever your needs, our friendly and experienced team can help.

Global Birding aims to inspire birdwatchers to come together as a global community and celebrate birds, by participating in birdwatching, birdwatching events, citizen science and conservation. The major event is Global Birdfair 14-16 July 2023  which attracts a multitude of exhibitors and visitors who are passionate about conserving nature worldwide.

Global Birding is the brainchild of Tim Appleton MBE, co-founder of the first and biggest Birdfair which he ran for 31 years.  Prior to creating and managing Rutland Water Nature Reserve, he worked for Sir Peter Scott at the world famous Slimbridge Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust.

Here at Rutland Merchandise Ltd we specialise in the supply of personalised clothing.

Tim Norton’s is your friendly Ford dealer in Oakham, offering a wide range of products to the motorist. Rutland has seen us grow from humble beginnings to our present location in Long Row, which boasts one of the best staffed and equipped garages in the county and is ideally situated near Oakham Train Station.

High-Quality Upholstery Services and restored furniture sales near Uppingham.
Don’t replace your old furniture – give it a new life!

The place to buy your luxury foods and indulgent treats, making it a top destination for foodies!

Woolroom is the leading provider of natural, healthy sleep in the UK and is based locally in Oakham.  Using British wool in all its products it offers all natural and chemical free sleep products including mattresses, duvets, pillows, mattress toppers and protectors for both adults and children alike.  Whilst its whole product portfolio can be found on-line it also has a small showroom locally in Oakham which can be booked by appointment for personal consultations.