07/02/2025 - 29/03/2025
Enjoy a flavourful, high-quality lunch at an even better price with our ‘Lunch for Even Less’ offer. Treat yourself to two hearty lunch courses for £23pp, or really indulge with a three course lunch for £27pp.
You will find a plethora of events, workshops and courses on in Rutland throughout the year, from traditional village fetes to fine food markets, there’ll be something to tempt you.
Sporting events
There are many highly regarded sporting events in the county, including the International CiCLE Classic event in April, which attracts many spectators, as well as elite cyclists. Pacesetter Events run a calendar of runs/walks/swims/triathlons to set as your next challenge. Rutland Water offers a fantastic venue for triathlons and duathlons, not to mention sailing and fishing competitions, and there are popular horse trials held at Burghley and Rockingham.
Workshops
Many local attractions have a full calendar of activity; Barnsdale Gardens and Rutland Water Nature Reserve never fail to offer an excellent programme, including vegetable growing, water colour painting, photography, dry stone walling, hedge laying, willow weaving and much more to suit many interests. Make your next break a learning holiday, and come away with a new skill. Take a look at the courses available at Tresillian House and learn the art of cooking by flame with Hoggy’s Grill BBQ school.
Markets
Oakham’s market day is a Wednesday, and there is a Farmers Market on the third Saturday of the month. Uppingham & Stamford’s weekly market days are Friday. These markets create a lovely atmosphere in the towns and provide the chance to pick up local produce.
Rutland’s events calendar highlights
Rutland Walking & Cycling Festival, over a fortnight at the end of May into June
Rutland County Show, always held on the Sunday after the late May Bank Holiday
Global Birdfair, a new event in July held at the Rutland Showground, replacing ‘Birdfair’ which used to be in August at the nature reserve
Burghley Horse Trials, takes place over the first weekend in September, Thursday to Sunday
Uppingham Fatstock Show, always held on the last Wednesday in November
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Featured Listings
07/03/2025 - 04/04/2025
5-Week Course | Fridays 7th March – 4th April Session Times: 10:30am – 12:30pm or 1:00pm – 3:00pm
07/03/2025 - 28/03/2025
We are excited to share details about the Uppingham Explore Project, a fantastic initiative designed to showcase everything this charming Market Town has to offer. Uppingham is known for its rich history, vibrant independent shops, stunning architecture and welcoming community, making it the perfect destination for visitors looking for a unique shopping and cultural experience.
14/03/2025 - 27/06/2025
Unlock Your Potential with Learning Lunches Take 90 minutes to invest in yourself, gain expert insights, and connect with like-minded professionals—all over a light lunch. Each workshop provides expert insights, networking opportunities, and practical takeaways—all over a light lunch.
15/03/2025 - 21/04/2025
See Burghley’s South Gardens in all their spring glory. Enjoy the magnificent seasonal displays in Burghley’s South Gardens as the spring blooms give an injection of colour into the beautiful 28-acre garden.
15/03/2025 - 31/08/2025
The historic gardens of Burghley House are set to be transformed by Botanic Tapestry, an exciting outdoor art installation created by artist duo Graphic Rewilding. Featuring striking botanical flags, the exhibition celebrates the harmony between art, nature, and history, bringing a bold new vision to Burghley’s stunning grounds.
27/03/2025
Most people dream of building a supportive, loving partnership that serves as the cornerstone of a happy and fulfilling life. While this path requires effort, compromise, and resilience (with plenty of alternatives available in modern life), it’s still the ideal that many of us strive for.
28/03/2025 - 29/03/2025
The date of the 2025 For Rutland Good & New Clothing Sale has been announced – along with a brand new venue. The annual clothes sale, one of the first and largest sustainable clothes sales in the county, if not the country, will be held on the 28th and 29th March 2025 and will be located at the prestigious Rutland Hall Hotel, on the Stamford Road overlooking Rutland Water, near to Oakham.
29/03/2025 - 11/05/2025
Celebrating the Strength, Love, and Legacy of Motherhood at Belvoir Castle this Spring.
29/03/2025 - 30/03/2025
Mother’s Day Afternoon Experience at Belvoir Castle Celebrate Mother’s Day in style at Belvoir Castle with our Mother’s Day Afternoon Experience, available on 29th March and 30th March. Treat your mum to an unforgettable afternoon with a luxurious Afternoon Tea set in the heart of our historic castle.
05/04/2025 - 28/04/2025
Roll Up, Roll Up! The Easter Circus Adventure Trail is Here! Step right up to our circus-themed Easter Trail in the Adventure Playground at Belvoir Castle!
06/04/2025
A beautiful scenic Half Marathon around Rutland Water.
07/04/2025
Join Inky Storytellers at The Loft this Easter for a hands-on creative workshop where children will explore poetry and clay sculpture inspired by the wonders of sea life.
09/04/2025 - 19/04/2025
09/04/2025
Join us for an exciting Easter adventure trail on the Lyndon Nature Reserve – the home of the Rutland Osprey! This family-friendly trail and walk is perfect for beginners and nature lovers of all ages. Wander along the nature reserve path, learning all about the Ospreys that call Rutland Water home.
11/04/2025 - 13/04/2025
Watercolour Weekends at The Barnsdale, Rutland
