Peterborough Cathedral is widely recognised as one of the finest Norman cathedrals in England. It is the burial place of Katharine of Aragon and also Mary, Queen of Scots, who was later reinterred at Westminster Abbey.
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The Fox Country Pub and Dining is an 18th Century Inn idyllically set in the quiet picturesque village of North Luffenham in Rutland, England’s smallest county. An attractive 18th century double fronted stone property with a local Collyweston slate roof, the building affords lots of charm and character.
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Canoes, kayaks, SUP’s, katakanus and row boats are all hired on a first come first served basis from our Watersports Centre at Whitwell, we do not take prior bookings. You can also bring your own equipment to use with a launch permit.
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Lovingly restored and at the head of a tree lined avenue, The Barnsdale located to the North of Oakham, has undergone a recent refurbishment and is now the newest addition to The Signet Collection.
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The Barnsdale experience is all about enjoying exceptional food and drink. Our homely 1760 Brasserie and breath-taking Orangery, are accompanied by a number of fabulous private spaces.
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Guests can enjoy a charming and relaxing visit to this warm and welcoming dog-friendly resort which offers two distinct types of accommodation – hotel rooms and individual, self catering lodges.
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A family-owned, independent garden centre with a restaurant and cakery on the outskirts of Oakham, located within a selection of tempting shops at Rutland Garden Village courtyard with children’s play area.
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It was decided to start by bringing French L’Art De Vivre to Middle Earth. (The Magical County of Rutland) With exclusive French Wines, Cheese and Wine nights, Bespoke Events and creating memories that last a lifetime.
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Set in a private gated 30 acre estate, with views over the Rutland Valley and overlooking our beautiful private lakes, the open field surroundings and wildlife provide a natural setting for both our Shepherds Huts.
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For those who fancy a little extra space; available for short breaks and holidays in England’s smallest but mightiest county. Positioned just a stone’s throw from The Barnsdale, so if you find yourself craving a night away from the stove, The 1760 Brasserie is just a stroll away…
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Bat and Bottle are Rutland’s only specialist importers of Italian wine.  Truly multum in parvo, we wear Decanter’s Retailers Awards title for Best Italian Wine Merchant, and runner up Best Subscription Wine Club , as well as having been awarded the inaugural (2020) London Wine Fair Wine Buyers Award for:  ‘Best Online Specialist Wine Buyer’. We have even represented UK small businesses at Downing Street… Our small warehouse on Oakham Enterprise Park is packed with artisan italian wines – shoppers are welcome to drop in whenever we are open; we sell directly to the public and there is no minimum purchase.
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Make sure you pop into the interactive and informative Rutland Water Visitor Centre & Gift Shop at Sykes Lane near Empingham. You will find lots to be learned; with items telling the history of the reservoir, and explaining the wildlife on the nature reserve, not forgetting the array of local information you can pick up to plan your time in the area, alongside maps, cycle routes, souvenirs and gifts.
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From snowdrop season in February when flowers carpet the ground, to blossom time in May when the trees are awash with colour and our famed sweetpea summers, Easton Walled Gardens’ seasonal highlights offer endless inspiration.
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A single site vineyard in between two valleys located on Jurassic limestone soil.
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Originally created by Geoff Hamilton for the Gardeners’ World TV show, Barnsdale is home to 38 pocket-sized, themed garden ‘rooms’, built in his trademark, practical style, and full of inspiration for garden-lovers of all ages. Go for great ideas for your own outside spaces or simply have fun exploring- there magical hidden corners, ponds full of tadpoles and newts, and an allotment with chickens and giant organically grown veg.
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