Discover different eateries around the county during our Food and Drink Week 19th-27th September 2026, with a selection of promotions, special menus and events on offer.
Rutland is known as being ‘The County of Good Taste’ so come along and celebrate the excellent food and drink we have here, from our local suppliers and businesses. Visitors and residents are encouraged to eat their way around the county enjoying Rutland Food Week set menus.

Head to Oakham on Sunday 20th September for the Rutland Food & Drink Festival with stalls in the Market Place and along High Street, plus Oakham Castle and the castle grounds. This year there will be pet competitions in the castle grounds too, so bring your pooch!
Enjoy the beautiful Rockingham Castle Estate with a visit to their Autumn Artisan Fair on 26 & 27 September. This popular event brings together a vibrant mix of local food, drink, and craft producers for truly memorable experience. Explore a variety of high-quality, handcrafted goods and unique gifts from talented local artisans
Part of British Food Fortnight: Love British Food‘s national celebration of the diverse and delicious food that Britain produces.

Olive Branch, Clipsham
Discover Rutland Menu 3,3,3 lunchtimes 23rd to 26th
2 courses £29.50 3rd course £7.50
Discover Rutland Sunday Lunch (2 starters, 2 roasts, 2 desserts)
£37.50 for two courses £8.50 for 3rd course
(please note 10% discretionary service charge is added to all dining bills)
Bread Master Class– 24th September
The George Inn, Oakham
20% off food at lunch times Monday/Tuesday with any cinema tickets purchased
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This years events:
19th – Oakham Farmers Market – Gaol Street, Oakham
19th – Grainstore Brewery Tour– Grainstore Brewery
19th – Oakham Town Market at Town Square, Oakham
20th – Rutland Food & Drink Festival , Oakham
23rd – Oakham Town Market at Town Square, Oakham
24th – Bread Masterclass at The Olive Branch, Clipsham
25th – Uppingham Market Day at The Market Place
25th- Nose & Tail Intimate Dining Experience– Venison