27/11/2024
Funhouse Comedy Club brings another night full of laughter to The Blue Bell, Easton on the Hill on Wednesday November 27th.
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
28/11/2024
Funhouse Comedy Club is back at the Grainstore Brewery, Oakham on Thursday November 28th for another night full of laughter.
30/11/2024
“The UK’s best Metallica cover band”
30/11/2024
Step Into Christmas with a Tribute Night Experience! 🎄🎉
30/11/2024 - 24/12/2024
Get in the festive spirit at Nene Valley Railway with our brand new, never before seen Christmas Special… Christmas at the Railway: The North Pole Adventure!
30/11/2024
Vicky Daws from Inviting Writing will teach you the basics of calligraphy and how to adapt your skills to rounded surfaces, and by the end of the workshop, you’ll have your own custom baubles—perfect to keep or give as gifts.
30/11/2024
Preston village will be holding a Christmas Market on Saturday 30th November in their village hall. The event will have a variety of exciting stalls with Christmas gifts, artwork, wooden crafts with a licensed bar, teas, coffee, mince pies and cakes.
01/12/2024
Escape for an evening of festive wreath-making in the peaceful surroundings of The Loft, nestled within our upper courtyard, and immerse yourself in the art of wreath-making.
01/12/2024
Escape for an afternoon of festive wreath-making in the peaceful surroundings of The Loft, nestled within our upper courtyard, and immerse yourself in the art of wreath-making.
01/12/2024
Come and join us for a festive wreath making workshop overlooking the stunning Rutland Water We will be making and decorating a beautiful fresh Christmas wreath using locally sourced foliage from our reserve and the surrounding Rutland countryside. The wreaths will be made on hazel and willow hoop bases using whips which have been cut right from our doorstep.
02/12/2024
Escape for an afternoon of festive wreath-making in the peaceful surroundings of The Loft, nestled within our upper courtyard, and immerse yourself in the art of wreath-making.
06/12/2024
A fun, hands-on session, weaving natural festive decorations. Starting with a brief overview of the lifecycle of willow during which you make a wreath ring (great for creating your own natural wreath at home). This is followed by making an angel and then a mini-reindeer. Depending on the time left, you could then make a Christmas tree or a take the challenge of “One piece of Willow, One Minute – One Star!”
06/12/2024
Create a luxurious, 100% compostable wreath using locally sourced materials. All tools, aprons, and supplies will be provided.
07/12/2024 - 24/12/2024
BREAKFAST WITH SANTA Ferneley’s now taking bookings for our breakfast with Santa 2024 – booking is required for this event! The experience will run on advertised dates throughout December, 10am-12pm. Please note that dates will sell out quickly & bookings are being taken on a first come first serve basis.
07/12/2024
Join us for a festive art sale this Christmas season featuring local artist, illustrator and printmaker Maria Merridan.
07/12/2024
