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Date: 21/8/2026
Time: 08:00am to 05:00 pm

French Cellar
French Cellar - L'Art de Vivre - French Wine Merchant & French Art, Mill Street, Oakham, UK
Oakham
United Kingdom

Empingham's story stretches back thousands of year

Empingham's story stretches back thousands of years. Archaeological discoveries made during the construction of Rutland Water revealed evidence of Iron Age settlements, Romano-British farmsteads, and Anglo-Saxon cemeteries, highlighting the area's long and continuous history.

The village's name is one of its oldest legacies. The suffix "-ingham" indicates one of the earliest types of English settlements. In the 11th century, the village was recorded as Epingham, becoming Empingeham in the 12th century. Over the following centuries, it also appeared as Hempingham and Amplingeham, before eventually evolving into the modern name, Empingham, which it retains today.

#DiscoverRutland #Empingham #LoveRutland

We'll be at the Rutland Flower Show next month! P

We'll be at the Rutland Flower Show next month!

Planning a visit? Make sure you stop by the Discover Rutland stand for inspiration on places to stay, things to do and hidden gems across England's smallest county!

Our attendance at this event is proudly supported by Castle Chase Cottages - beautifully restored barn conversions in the peaceful village of Ayston. Combining luxury with accessibility, they're an ideal base for exploring Rutland.

We look forward to seeing you at the show!

#RutlandFlowerShow #DiscoverRutland #CastleChaseCottages #ExploreRutland

Support your favourite venues, protect jobs and he

Support your favourite venues, protect jobs and help our local communities thrive by calling on the Government to reduce VAT for hospitality to 10%.

The UK has one of the highest VAT rates for hospitality in Europe. Every meal out or overnight stay includes 20% VAT. In comparison, France, Spain and Italy charge 10%, while Germany charges just 7%.

Join us in urging the Government to cut VAT for hospitality to give the sector the support it needs.

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#SupportHospitality #DiscoverRutland #LoveRutland

July brings summer wildlife to life. Look out for

July brings summer wildlife to life. Look out for colourful butterflies dancing over wildflowers and bats sweeping through the evening skies.

Take a moment to slow down, explore, and enjoy the wonders of nature this summer.

#LoveRutland #DiscoverRutland

On the road again! Tomorrow we're heading to the G

On the road again! Tomorrow we're heading to the Great Yorkshire Show, bringing a little bit of Rutland with us.

If you're attending, come and say hello!

#DiscoverRutland #LoveRutland #RutlandOnTour

We have Olympic-standard sailing waters. #Discov

We have Olympic-standard sailing waters.

#DiscoverRutland #Donttellanyone #LoveRutland

Summer holidays incoming! Looking for ways to kee

Summer holidays incoming!

Looking for ways to keep the whole family entertained?

Head to our latest blog via the link in our bio.

#LoveRutland #DiscoverRutland #Schoolholidays

We're excited to be part of Global Birdfair again

We're excited to be part of Global Birdfair again this year, where people come together to celebrate birds and champion conservation. This year's Birdfair is shining a spotlight on the Critically Endangered Dwarf Ibis, found only on São Tomé, highlighting the urgent need to protect species and the habitats they depend on.

Rutland is home to almost 200 bird species due to our diverse habitats and the iconic Ospreys demonstrate the lasting impact of conservation and highlights why it is so important.

📸@tonymarshall.522

#GlobalBirdFair #LoveRutland #DiscoverRutland #Birding

We're excited to be attending the Global Birdfair

We're excited to be attending the Global Birdfair on the 10th, 11th & 12th this month!

Come and meet the Discover Rutland team and find out why Rutland is the perfect destination for nature lovers, birdwatchers and outdoor adventures.

Our attendance is proudly sponsored by Anglian Water, Rutland Water - the Playground of the East Midlands. As one of the largest man-made lakes in Europe and the largest in England by surface area, Rutland Water is set within 3,000 acres of beautiful rolling countryside, offering exceptional wildlife, world-class birdwatching and plenty of opportunities to explore on and off the water.

We can't wait to see you there!

#GlobalBirdfair #DiscoverRutland #RutlandWater

At Castle Chase, luxury and accessibility go hand

At Castle Chase, luxury and accessibility go hand in hand. Beautifully renovated self-catering cottages offer stylish, wheelchair-friendly accommodation with step-free access, spacious single-level living, roll-in showers, accessible kitchens and parking close to the door.

Set within tranquil parkland near Uppingham and Oakham, Castle Chase combines refined rural luxury with thoughtful design, creating a relaxing countryside retreat where every guest can feel comfortable and independent.
Making luxury countryside escapes accessible to all.

#DiscoverRutland #LoveRutland #AccessibleTravel

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