Sightseeing
One of the oldest buildings in the county with a fabulous collection of horseshoes.
19 locals recommend
Oakham Castle
One of the oldest buildings in the county with a fabulous collection of horseshoes.
Rutland County Museum
Catmos StreetWell worth a visit with much to view.
Burghley House
A most wonderful day out in the house, gardens and parkland.
Rutland Water Nature Reserve
Much wildfowl to view on this large expanse of water
Rockingham Castle
Incredible views across the Welland Valley
Belton House
High RoadHistoric house with horse trials in April
Wonderful historic house and gardens with events around the year
19 locals recommend
Grimsthorpe Castle Park & Gardens
Wonderful historic house and gardens with events around the year
Lovely architecture and plenty of pubs and eating places. Great variety of shops.
134 locals recommend
Stamford
Lovely architecture and plenty of pubs and eating places. Great variety of shops.
Everything Else
At the beginning of September there is no better way to celebrate the wonders of horsemanship and much shopping.
13 locals recommend
Burghley Horse Trials
At the beginning of September there is no better way to celebrate the wonders of horsemanship and much shopping.
Rutland Sailing Club
Gibbet LaneSail on one of the most testing of inland waters.
Shopping
Oakham
Great variety of shops, stores and supermarkets.
Oakham Market
On Wednesday and Saturday. Occasional Farmers Market on some Fridays.
You will need much time to walk around this large garden centre that also incorp[orates a large restaurant.
12 locals recommend
Gates Garden Centre
Somerby RoadYou will need much time to walk around this large garden centre that also incorp[orates a large restaurant.
Getting Around
Oakham Station
Station ApproachThe Oakham signal box was used as the model for the Airfix kit.
Tim Norton Motor Services - Ford
Long RowDrinks & Nightlife
Great beer, atmosphere, food, and sometimes tours around the brewery.
12 locals recommend
The Grainstore Brewery & Tap
Station ApproachGreat beer, atmosphere, food, and sometimes tours around the brewery.
Food Scene
The Admiral Hornblower
64 High StEat and drink and you should not be disappointed.
The Fox & Hounds
6 Somerby RoadWonderful village pub with great menu and quality food.
Hambleton Bakery
2 Cottesmore RdJust the best bread and other confectionary