Category: Things to do in Rutland

Peterborough Cathedral

If you are staying over the next week you may be interested in visiting Peterborough Cathedral to see the ‘Museum of the Moon.’ The stunning ‘Museum of The Moon’ arrived at Peterborough Cathedral yesterday and will be on show until 14th October. It has been hung from the ceiling at the Cathedral and is a real spectacle. The […]

Christmas Markets in Rutland 2018

As the evenings draw in and the temperatures slowly start to drop, Christmas will be here before we know it! Christmas is a lovely time of the year in Rutland and the independent, boutique shops in Oakham, Uppingham and Stamford make the area a great place to pick up a more unusual and thoughtful gift. Here […]

Rutland Water Beach

As the weather heats up and it’s looking like a mini heatwave next week, relaxing by Rutland Water is the perfect way to relax. Located on the North shore of Rutland Water at Sykes Lane (LE15 8QL) is Rutland Water beach which has 140 meters of sand and plenty of water to paddle and swim […]

Stamford Shakespeare Season: Tolethorpe 2018

The 2018 season is just about to begin at Tolehorpe Hall The Merchant of Venice, The School for Scandal and The Merry Wives of Windsor will be performed by the Stamford Shakespeare Company in the Rutland Open Air Theatre at Tolethorpe Hall between 14th June and 1st September 2018. For tickets you can call the […]

National Watersports Festival

It’s the 12th National Watersports Festival at Rutland Water this weekend! The Event which takes place over 3 days has so many watersports activities including taster sessions in sailing, windsurfing, kayaking, diving and stand up paddle boarding, windsurf and stand up paddle boarding, live music and a pro clinic covering everything from freestyle techniques to […]

The Rutland Show 2018

It’s the 186th Rutland Show this weekend, Sunday 3rd June 2018!  The Rutland Show takes place at the Rutland Showground in Oakham. It’s a fantastic day for all the family – a real showcase of rural life! There are plenty of local food and drink stalls as well as shopping from hundreds of trade stands. […]

Rutland Water Aqua Park is now open!

The Aqua Park at Rutland Water is now open! The Aqua Park opened on 26th May 2018 and will be open throughout the summer until 23rd September 2018. It is open 7 days a week throughout July and August (weekends only in June & September). The Aqua Park is located on the North Shore of Rutland Water at Whitwell. […]

Stamford Shakespeare Season: Tolethorpe 2016

A list of performances have been named for the 2016 season at Tolehorpe Hall Macbeth, The Tempest and the Wind in the Willows  will be performed by the Stamford Shakespeare Company in the Rutland Open Air Theatre at Tolethorpe Hall between June 7th and August 27th 2016. For tickets you can call the Box Office […]

Rutland Water beach to open early!

Rutland Water have opened their beach and swimming areas early this year as the summer heatwave hits the UK. According to the Rutland and Stamford Mercury: The swimming area will be open seven days a week for the rest of the summer with trained lifeguards on duty. It’s the second year for the attraction which proved a […]

‘One of the finest things to do this summer’ – The Sunday Times

 A list of performances have been announced for the 2015 season at Tolehorpe Hall Henry V, Romeo & Juliet and Tom Jones (based on the novel by Henry Fielding)  will be performed by the Stamford Shakespeare Company in the Rutland Open Air Theatre at Tolethorpe Hall between June 2nd and August 22nd 2015. For tickets […]