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SUMMARY:Community June at Rand Farm Park
DESCRIPTION:𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐥𝐥: 𝐀𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐝 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐜𝐞𝐬\, 𝐁𝐥𝐮𝐞 𝐋𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬\, 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐬\, 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐬 & 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐫𝐬. \n\n\nCommunity June is back at Rand Farm Park!\nThis June\, it’s all about celebrating the people who do so much for others \n\n\nThroughout the month\, we will be showing our appreciation with free entry for service professionals all month long!\nIt’s a small thank you for the big difference you make every day.\n\n\n𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭’𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐝:\n Meet the farm animals\nHead out on the tractor ride\nBottle Feed Lambs\nBurn off energy in the play areas (indoor & outdoor)\n& so much more!\n\n\n Find out more & book your visit:\nhttps://randfarmpark.com/events/community-june\n\n\nT&Cs:\nBOOK ONLINE TO CLAIM YOUR FREE SERVICE PROFESSIONAL ADMISSION\nSimply select your free eligible admission at checkout alongside the rest of your group’s tickets.\n• Valid with a full-paying child admission\n• Online bookings only\n• Valid ID required on arrival\n• Cannot be used with any other offer or discount\n• Free admissions applied based on the number of full-paying child tickets booked
URL:https://discover-rutland.co.uk/event/community-june-at-rand-farm-park/
LOCATION:Rand Farm Park\, Rand Farm Park\, Market Rasen\, Lincolnshire\, LN8 5NJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260624
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260801
DTSTAMP:20260624T084436
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SUMMARY:Sweet Pea Season 2026
DESCRIPTION:Treat your senses to the beauty of the sweet pea\, as these unique flowers come into bloom. \nWe’re already looking forward to Sweet Pea Season 2026\, which will be starting on 24th June\, but there’s still plenty to see at Easton Walled Gardens \nFrom the heritage pastel to the heady fragrance\, there’s a world of sweet peas to discover at Easton Walled Gardens.In late June and throughout July\, treat your senses to the visual delights of perfect blooms in stripes\, bicolours\, picotee\, light pastels and deep velvet tones. Then take in the sweet smells that give the sweet pea its scientific name Lathyrus odoratus.
URL:https://discover-rutland.co.uk/event/sweet-pea-season-2026/
LOCATION:Easton Walled Gardens\, Easton\, Grantham\, Lincolnshire\, Rutland\, NG33 5AP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Outdoors,Seasonal
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260627T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260627T150000
DTSTAMP:20260624T084436
CREATED:20260421T063214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T121947Z
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SUMMARY:Family Drop In Day - Pond Dipping\, Bug Hunting and Crafts
DESCRIPTION:Did you know 22nd-28th June is Insect Week? \nCome and join us at the Nature Reserve to see what you can discover with pond dipping and bug hunting —perfect for curious minds of all ages! \nAfterwards\, get creative with wildlife crafts to take home as a special memory of your day. \nBooking not required\, just turn up and join in! \nPre-book online for a discounted price. \n  \nThe drop in day is running from 10:00-15:00. You can attend at any time during these times. \nWe advise you arrive before 14:00 to get the most out of the day.\nCrafts running throughout the day. Pond dipping starts on the half hour each hour.  
URL:https://discover-rutland.co.uk/event/family-drop-in-day-pond-dipping-bug-hunting-and-crafts-2/
LOCATION:The Anglian Water Bird Watching Centre\, Oakham\, Rutland\, LE15 8BT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Outdoors
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260627T160000
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SUMMARY:The Big Whissendine Fete
DESCRIPTION:The Big Whissendine Fete returns on Saturday 27th June at the Whissendine Sports Club 11am – 4pm. \nFree Entry. \nJoin is for a fantastic family day out in the heart of Rutland. Enjoy a packed programme of entertainment\, including arena attractions\, a fun dog show\, children’s activities\, local stalls\, food and drink\, and much more. With something for all ages\, it’s a wonderful opportunity to experience the community spirit of Whissendine and enjoy a traditional village fete.
URL:https://discover-rutland.co.uk/event/the-big-whissendine-fete/
LOCATION:Whissendine Sports Club\, Melton Rd\,\, Oakham\,\, LE15 7EU
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Fete / Fair / Festival
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260628
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260630
DTSTAMP:20260624T084436
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T145705Z
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SUMMARY:Thomas Branch Line Weekends
DESCRIPTION:A Day Out with Thomas on His Very Own Branch Line\nJoin Thomas for a delightful journey along his countryside branch line to Yarwell\, passing through the famous Wansford Tunnel. With plenty to see and do across the railway\, it’s the perfect family day out. \nAbout the Experience\nAll Thomas Branch Line trains are hauled by Thomas himself\, taking you from Wansford to Yarwell and back throughout the day.\nFor full Thomas departure times\, please refer to our timetable. \n\nWhat’s Included & What You Can See\n• Thomas will pull all services between Wansford and Yarwell\n• Travel on the main train to Peterborough (requires a Freedom Travel Day Pass for adults and children aged 3+)\n• On-train Buffet Car\n• Join the main train at any of our stations\n• Miniature Railway Rides (subject to weather and volunteer availability)\n• Wansford Café serving breakfasts 09:00–10:30\, followed by lunches\, cakes\, ice creams and hot/cold drinks\n• Wansford Gift Shop with a wide range of gifts\, toys — and plenty of Thomas merchandise\n• Charity Shop at Wansford\n• Outdoor Children’s Play Area and riverside picnic space at Wansford \nTicket Prices\nAdult / Senior: £7.00\nChild (3–15 years): £7.00\nToddler (1–2 years): £7.00\nBaby (Under 1 year): Free\nDog: £2.00 \nWhat Your Ticket Includes\nAn all-day ticket on Thomas’s branch line allows unlimited travel on your chosen — or all — Thomas shuttles between Wansford and Yarwell. \nIf you wish to travel on the main line train to Peterborough as well as on Thomas’s shuttles\, you will need to purchase a Freedom Travel Day Pass.\nYour Day Pass covers unlimited travel on the full line plus all Thomas shuttles for ages 3+. \n\nAges 1–2 require only the £7 Thomas ticket\nUnder 1s travel free on both Thomas and the main train
URL:https://discover-rutland.co.uk/event/thomas-branch-line-weekends-copy-copy-copy-copy/
LOCATION:Nene Valley Railway\, Wansford Station\, Stibbington\, Peterborough\, PE8 6LR
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260628T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260628T120000
DTSTAMP:20260624T084436
CREATED:20260127T072534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T111240Z
UID:34374-1782640800-1782648000@discover-rutland.co.uk
SUMMARY:Family Bug Hotel Building
DESCRIPTION:Join us this Insect Awareness Week for a Bug Hotel Building Workshop on 23rd June! \nCome along and create a cosy\, eco‑friendly bug hotel to welcome a variety of beneficial insects into your garden or outdoor space. \nTake your bug hotel home with you!​ \nSession will last approximately 2 hours \nAdditional Information \nMaterials provided flat packed and ready to assemble in our classroom.\nSuitable for ages 6+ (all under 18’s must be supervised by an adult)
URL:https://discover-rutland.co.uk/event/family-bug-hotel-building/
LOCATION:The Anglian Water Bird Watching Centre\, Oakham\, Rutland\, LE15 8BT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Experiences & Workshops,Family Friendly,Workshops & Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260628T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260628T150000
DTSTAMP:20260624T084436
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UID:38721-1782640800-1782658800@discover-rutland.co.uk
SUMMARY:Family Bug Hotel Building
DESCRIPTION:Join us this Insect Week for a Bug Hotel Building Workshop on 23rd June! \nCome along and create a cosy\, eco‑friendly bug hotel to welcome a variety of beneficial insects into your garden or outdoor space. \nTake your bug hotel home with you!​ \nSession will last approximately 2 hours \nAdditional Information \nMaterials provided flat packed and ready to assemble in our classroom.\nSuitable for ages 6+ (all under 18’s must be supervised by an adult)
URL:https://discover-rutland.co.uk/event/family-bug-hotel-building-2/
LOCATION:The Anglian Water Bird Watching Centre\, Oakham\, Rutland\, LE15 8BT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Experiences & Workshops,Family Friendly,Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260628T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260628T160000
DTSTAMP:20260624T084436
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UID:40826-1782640800-1782662400@discover-rutland.co.uk
SUMMARY:Whissendine Open Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday 28th June between 10am – 4pm at the Whissendine Open Gardens. \nAdults £5\, accompanied children free! \nMaps available from the Village Green and refreshments will be available at the Village Hall.
URL:https://discover-rutland.co.uk/event/whissendine-open-gardens/
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260628T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260628T163000
DTSTAMP:20260624T084436
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UID:39415-1782657000-1782664200@discover-rutland.co.uk
SUMMARY:Bands in the Park
DESCRIPTION:Oakham’s much‑loved Bands in the Park series returns to Cutts Close Park this summer\, bringing live music\, community spirit\, and relaxed Sunday afternoons to the heart of the town. Each week\, the historic bandstand hosts a different musical performance\, all funded and organised by Oakham Town Council. \n\n21st June – Houndogs\n28th June – Armed forces day\, Alan Jackson and the Rutland Big Band\n5th July – Bad Boyou\n12th July – Uppingham Soul and Jazz Band\n19th July – Top Banana Bands\n26th July – Idle hands\n2nd August- Bongo Rat Pack\n9th August – Hathern Band\n16th August – Kobras Band\n23rd August – Out of the blue\n30th August – Bank Holiday\, CJ Hatt and Vesper\n\nAlongside the music\, the park often comes alive with family fun days and community events\, with facilities provided for local organisations to host their own activities. It’s all part of the Town Council’s commitment to making Oakham a vibrant\, welcoming place to live and visit. \nExpect a friendly atmosphere\, plenty of green space to spread out a picnic\, and a great mix of musical styles across the season. Whether you’re a local resident or exploring Rutland for the day\, Bands in the Park offers an easygoing summer highlight. \nTypically running from 2:30 – 4:30.
URL:https://discover-rutland.co.uk/event/bands-in-the-park/
LOCATION:Cutts Close Park\, Oakham\, LR15 6DR
CATEGORIES:Arts & Performances,Family Friendly
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