Out and About in Rutland
Rutland Water

Rutland Water

A 3,100 acre reservoir with 4 landscaped parks around its shores where you can enjoy walking and picnicking. www.anglianwaterleisure.co.uk

If you are feeling energetic you can cycle around the water - in total 27 miles or 16 miles for the shorter route. Cycle hire available at Whitwell and Normanton - www.rutlandcycling.com

There are two children's play areas - one at Barnsdale and the other at Sykes Lane, Empingham, where the Tourist Information Centre and Butterfly Farm and Aquatic Centre are also situated. www.rutlandwaterbutterflyfarm.co.uk

There are two sailing schools - one at Whitwell and the other at Edith Weston, where sailing, canoeing and windsurfing can be enjoyed. www.rutlandsailingschool.co.uk

Fly-fishing is popular on the water and more information can be found on www.rutlandwaterflyfishing.co.uk
Fly fishing can also be found at Eyebrook Reservoir. www.eyebrook.com

There are 2 bird watching reserves at Lyndon and Egleton, where you can find out about the successful Osprey breeding programme. www.rutlandwater.org.uk www.ospreys.org.uk

It is possible to take a leisurely boat trip across the Water on the Rutland Belle. www.rutlandwatercruises.com

Rock climbing and trampolining can be found at the Whitwell site. www.rockblok.co.uk

To view all the attractions that Rutland has to offer please look at www.discover-rutland.co.uk and www.rutnet.co.uk
Burghley House

Burghley House

Burghley is one of the largest and grandest houses of the first Elizabethan Age, designed and built by William Cecil, Lord High Treasurer to Queen Elizabeth I, between 1555 and 1587. The main part of the house has 35 major rooms, with 80 lesser rooms. As well as looking round the beautiful house, you can also visit the Orangery Restaurant, Gift Shop and Garden of Surprises. The historic parkland was designed by Capability Brown and is still home to a herd of fallow deer.
www.burghley.co.uk
Rutland Water Golf Course

Rutland Water Golf Course

Just 2 miles from the cottage is a pay-to-play golf course with stunning views of Rutland Water. Players have a choice of nine par 3 holes on the Hambleton course or a challenging NEW 18 hole Championship Normanton course. Clubs are available for hire as are buggies, and the Course boasts it's own driving range and fully licensed bar and function facility.
www.rutlandwatergolfcourse.co.uk
There are also many other golf courses in the surrounding area.
Barnsdale Country Club

Barnsdale Country Club

Barnsdale Country Club is situated on the edge of Rutland Water and has spectacular views. It has a leisure and fitness club, which includes a swimming pool with sauna, steam room and Jacuzzi, tennis and squash courts, crazy golf, pitch and putt, lawn bowls, gym and health spa. A days membership can be organised at a cost of £15 for over 18's, £10 for 5-18 year olds and under 5's are free.
www.barnsdalehotel.co.uk
Barnsdale Gardens

Barnsdale Gardens

Barnsdale Gardens are the creation of Geoff Hamilton, Britain's best loved television gardener and presenter of BBC TV's Gardener's World weekly gardening programme. Since his death in 1996 the gardens have been open to the public and include 39 different gardens, a nursery selling unusual plants, a coffee shop and gift shop.
www.barnsdalegardens.co.uk
Stamford Arts Centre

Stamford Arts Centre

This Georgian building consist of a fully air conditioned theatre which doubles up as a cinema with digital sound, an exhibition gallery, a multifunctional ballroom, an art room, together with a coffee shop, an ice cream kiosk, a bar in the cellar, box office, tourist information centre & gift shop and plenty of parking 3 minutes walk away in Wharf Road.
www.stamfordartscentre.com and to find out more about Stamford visit www.stamford.co.uk
Rockingham Castle

Rockingham Castle

This remarkable castle was built on the instruction of William the Conqueror and has been home to the Watson family for the past 450 years. Prior to the Watson's ownership the Monarch held the Castle. What makes this castle extraordinary is that it has been continuously occupied for nearly 1000 years and has had just 2 owners.
www.rockinghamcastle.com

Rockingham Race Track

Home of NASCAR racing in Europe. Track days and driving experiences can be booked on the track.
www.rockingham.co.uk

Stamford Leisure Pool

A large leisure pool with slide and fountains.
Drift Road, Stamford. Tel: 01780 765522

Pots of Fun

Something for a rainy day. This is a ceramics studio where you can paint a piece of pottery and create your own masterpiece. There is also a café and so you can enjoy a cup of tea or coffee and a bite to eat whilst you paint. Great for kids and adults alike. Make sure you visit at the beginning of your stay as it often takes a few days to fire your finished piece.
www.potsoffunstamford.co.uk

Twinlakes

Twinlakes has 80 acres of attractions tucked under the beautiful Leicestershire Wolds. Designed for every member of the family to have a great day out. Attractions include a 20,000 square foot indoor play area set over 4 floors with vertical slides, ball pits etc, bumper boats, roller coasters, obstacle course, karts, zip wires, play houses and a farm park where you help feed the animals. They also have a falconry display twice daily.
www.twinlakespark.co.uk

Sacrewell Farm and Country Centre

There is something for everyone at Sacrewell, from friendly farm animals, the Shire Horse Centre and play areas to the working watermill and farm bygones. The visitor centre is spread over 35 acres and you can enjoy a tractor ride around the 550-acre working farm or walk one of the farm trails. If you are feeling more adventurous you could try the family orienteering course. Children have a choice of indoor or outdoor play areas to keep them amused once they have fed the animals.
www.sacrewell.org.uk

Tallington Lakes

Situated in Tallington, just outside of Stamford. These lakes offer water-skiing, wake boarding, jet skiing, windsurfing, sailing, canoeing and fishing. On dry land you can enjoy skiing on the dry ski slope, krazy karts, a climbing tower and children's play area.
www.tallington.com

Wicksteed Park

A huge adventure park situated in Kettering, Northamptonshire. Lots of rides, roller coasters, pirate boat etc and large open spaces to play and have a picnic.
www.wicksteedpark.co.uk

Belton House

National Trust owned property on outskirts of Grantham, Lincolnshire. Includes a large outdoor adventure playground.
www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Rutland Falconry and Owl Centre

Set in 42-acres of unspoilt woodlands, it is home to a variety of prey owls, hawks, falcons, buzzards and vultures. There are daily demonstrations and some birds can be handled.
www.rutland-falconry.com

Belvoir Castle

Ancestral home of the Duke and Duchess of Rutland for 1,000 years. Includes the museum of the Queen's Royal Lancers. The terraced gardens feature sculptures and there are regular historical re-enactments.
www.belvoircastle.com

National Space Centre

Situated on the outskirts of Leicester this is a science earth and planetary centre. It is the UK's largest attraction dedicated to space and has hours of breathtaking discovery and interactive fun. You can visit the human spaceflight: Lunar Base 2025 and become an astronaut and get ready for blast off on a stunning 3D SIM journey to the ice moon Europa.
www.spacecentre.co.uk

Ye Olde Pork Pie Shoppe and Sausage Shop

Melton Mowbray's oldest and only remaining bakery producing truly authentic Melton Pork Pies. Tours and demonstrations are available.
8-10 Nottingham Street, Melton Mowbray. Tel: 01664 482068
www.porkpie.co.uk