Oakham, the county town of Rutland, is a classic English market town, mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1086. It has a castle, market place, butter cross and stocks, a famous old school, all in close association with a magnificent parish church and arranged in a rectangular shape around which the town has grown.
Two scenic circular walks starting at the village pubs in Braunston.
Two picturesque walks from the village of Exton, starting at The Fox and Hounds at the village green.
A guided walk through Uppingham’s Heritage. There are 20 identified sites numbered on the map.
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Blossoms – one of the best restaurants in Rutland
Renown for its superb food and spectacular views, Blossoms is one of the best restaurants in Rutland.
The Olive Branch and Beech House in the pretty village of Clipsham, just 2 miles off the A1 and 10 miles from Stamford and Oakham.
Awarding Winning C17th thatched country Pub & Kitchen with lovely decked garden terrace overlooking the village church opposite.
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Two countryside walks, both starting at a great village pub, The Kings Arms.
Two circular walking routes taking in the countryside around Empingham and Rutland Water, starting at The White Horse.
Countryside for all routes have been designed with accessible requirements in mind.
Enjoy these two rural routes from this lovely Rutland village of Ryhall, both starting at the village hall.
This beautiful market town is listed as one of the top 20 most desirable places to visit in the UK (The Times) and its high street has been voted one of the top five in Britain. Uppingham offers a rare glimpse of traditional English rural life that is abundant in culture, heritage and history.
The kitchen specialises in taste-packed classics, using ingredients from their own paddock as well as the surrounding countryside and local producers and supplies. They skilfully work with flavours that were made to go together as well a few unusual combinations.
Nordic Walk it! – keep healthy, stay in shape and enjoy exercise
Countryside for all routes have been designed with accessible requirements in mind