Oakham England

Rutland Water covers 4,200 acres of open countryside. The park offers everything from walking and cycling to fishing and watersports. There is also our fantastic nature reserve, managed by the Leicestershire and Rutland Wildlife Trust and home to the Rutland Osprey Project. Expert or novice, everything you need to make the most of your visit is right here, including cycle hire and expert tuition on boat handling. And of course, you will also find a choice of places to enjoy a cuppa or a bite to eat.

The Avenue Exton, Oakham LE15 8AH England

Voted the UK’s Best Garden to Visit 2018/19, Barnsdale Gardens is an essential visit whether you are a gardener or not. Famed as the home of the BBC Gardeners’ World TV programme it has been dubbed ‘a theme park for gardeners’ because of its uniquely designed collection of 38 individual, yet realistic, small gardens that guide you round this 8 acre site. We have a great variety of garden areas, ranging from traditional English cottage gardens, to wildlife, Japanese and French, as well as spaces for growing vegetables and fruit. Our focus is on environmental and ecological gardening, so we garden using organic and peat-free principles. There are numerous courses and events running throughout the year, as well as our Summer Sundays taking place during July and August. Then there's our fabulous Chelsea Flower Show, Gold Medal-winning plant nursery to tempt you, while our Tea Room, serving locally sourced and freshly prepared food, is there to feed and revitalise you.

Somerby Road Cold Overton, Oakham LE15 7QB England

Set in a beautiful rural location, just 4 miles from the pretty market town of Oakham in Rutland, we have everything you need for the perfect day out. Built within an original 1818 Victorian walled garden, the nursery was founded by Fred and Ivy Gates when they created a market garden back in 1948. Still very much a family business today, we are proud to say that many of the traditional values the business was built upon are just as important to us today. Covering over 12,500 square metres of indoor and outdoor displays and offering a wide choice of goods, ranging from indoor and outdoor plants, garden care and hardware, gifts, homeware, garden furniture and BBQs, clothing and much more besides, why not pay us a visit and experience the charm of Gates Garden Centre for yourself?

Rol House, Long Row, Oakham LE15 6LN England

One Way Out is a fantastic escape room experience located in Oakham, Rutland. Use strategy, team work and brain power to crack codes, solve puzzles and complete the game in 75 minutes. During the event your game master will guide you if you need a hint. Work together, think together and most importantly, laugh together. Our games are also excellent value with prices between £18.78 and £25 per head depending on group size and for that you get 75 minutes of play, sometimes more!

Market Place, Oakham LE15 6DT England

The splendid Great Hall of Oakham Castle is one of the finest Norman Halls in England. The Hall is best known for its collection of enormous commemorative Horseshoes donated by members of the Royal Family and Peers of the Realm. It is also decorated with a range of 12th century sculptures. The grounds of the Castle are a peaceful oasis in the centre of Oakham.

Bull Brigg Lane Whitwell Leisure Park, Whitwell, Oakham LE15 8BL England

Hire bikes available for the whole family to enjoy an adventure at Rutland Water. Enjoy up to 23 miles of traffic-free cycling. When you arrive, we’ll give you a map and talk you through the route options, including 4 to 8 mile family-friendly trails, taking in adventure playgrounds & cafes; the idyllic peninsula section; the 17-mile lap of the lake, with plenty of picnic or pub stops en route; or for the most adventurous, the full 23-mile trail. Rutland Cycling's hire fleet includes standard mountain bikes, comfortable hybrid bikes, electric bikes, tandems, electric tandems and kids’ bikes. We also hire child seats, buggies, tag-a-longs. Helmets free of charge. Our hire bikes are brand new, current season models from premium brands, all expertly maintained so you can enjoy the ride all day long.

Oakham LE15 8BT England

Catmos Street, Oakham LE15 6HW England

Rutland County Museum & Visitor Centre is the perfect introduction to England’s smallest county. Admission is free! Our many displays & exhibits from our Collections include: Archaeology Rural trades and rural life including: Brewery, Wheelwrighting, Blacksmithing, and an impressive range of agricultural exhibits Crime and punishment, including the only surviving New Drop Gallows in England The Brooke Reliquary and more! We also have Visitor Information, a Gift Shop, Study Area and a Garden.

Oakham England

Rutland Water Cruises enables visitors to enjoy the beautiful scenery from the water, amidst the sailors, anglers and water birds, whilst listening to detailed commentary highlighting points of interest, (hearing induction loop fitted in lower saloons). Our bar offers a selection of beers, wines, spirits, hot and cold drinks and snacks. Wheelchair accessible from Whitwell. We welcome quiet, well-behaved dogs and now offer Single tickets for those that want to walk or cycle from the North or South shores. COVID-19: We are operating in a COVID-19 secure manner, in accordance with all up to date UK government advice for the safety of our employees and customers. To fulfil these requirements, we ask that our customers also adhere to the most recent UK government and social distancing guidelines to keep us all safe.

Normanton Park Rd South Shore, Rutland Water, Oakham LE15 8RP England

A Rutland icon, Normanton Church is a truly novel deconsecrated Church & Civil Ceremony Wedding venue on the shores of Rutland Water. Although possible to walk around outside when not in use for a Wedding, please note that Normanton Church is a private hire venue & the inside is not open to general public.

Uppingham Road, Oakham LE15 6JD England

We are a family owned and run farm park on the edge of the lovely market town of Oakham. We have a wonderful variety of animals to see, a playground and a lovely Tea Room and gift shop. The Tea Room has a wonderful selection of cakes, sandwiches, hot food, drinks and ice creams. You can also have Afternoon Tea with us. We are just a 10 minute walk from Oakham High Street but we also have free onsite parking.

The Old Ale House Little Lane, Greetham, Oakham LE15 7NQ England

Lodge Farm, Oakham LE15 8HB England

27 hole Golf Course on the edge of Rutland Water, 18 hole championship and a 9 hole Par 3. Clubhouse with restaurant and courtyard, breakfast/lunches/ Sunday lunch served all year round and evening dining throughout the summer months. Marquee wedding/ party venue. Private upstairs function room with balcony overlooking the golf course. New for 2016- Luxury Accommodation and self catering cottage.

Church Street, Oakham LE15 6AA England

The Lodge Stamford Road North Shore Rutland Water, Oakham LE15 8AB England

Fly Fishing on Rutland Water. Learn to fly fish. Tuition, guided fly fishing, fishing trips, groups, corporate team events, gift vouchers. Probably the best stillwater trout fishing in the UK.