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East LeicestershireOakham

Oakham, Rutland's main town, is a busy country town with some interesting buildings.
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Oakham Tourist Attractions

                                    
Oakham Castle, Norman, hall is intact, shop etc, Tel: 01572 723654  Admission Charge
      
Rutland County Museum, in converted 18th century riding school, rural life, shop etc, Tel: 01572 7233654
      
Rutland Farm Park, long established rare breeds, exhibition of old farm equipment, play areas, walks, shop etc, Tel: 01572 756789 Admission Charge  
    
Rutland Water Reservoir, drowned a village when built, you drive around part of it, parking areas and nature trails to the north, yacht club on the south side at Edith Weston, off A6003 or A606
 
Rutland Railway Museum, B668 at Cottesmore, locomotives, carriages and wagons, walk along the Oakham canal, Tel: 01572 813203 Admission Charge
 
Small villages all around the area, such as Burrough on the Hill, west off A606 or B6047, which has a good view over the Vale, also Exton, east off the A606,  for thatched houses and for the gardens of Geoff Hamilton , BBC's Gardeners' World, at Barnsdale Plants and Gardens, Tel: 01572 813200 Admission Charge  Empingham, north of the reservoir on the A606, has a church with a tower and spire, with medieval glass fragments.
      

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Hambleton Hall Hambleton near Oakham LE15 8TH MAP
Hambleton Hall is the ultimate in small country house hotels and has been a centre of excellence for 26 years. It's spectacular setting, looks down on to Rutland Water over the glorious gardens and through a screen of mature trees and is only two..

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Whitwell Hotel & Conference Ce Whitwell Oakham LE15 8BW
Tel: 01780 686555 Fax: 01780 686549
Whitwell is a 16th Century, 8 acre estate with a stunning location on the shores of Rutland Water, featuring original stone built accommodation and conference, rooms. Minutes from the A1, Whitwell is within easy reach of Peterborough, Stamford and Oakham railway stations; the perfect base for accommodation and conferencing.


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Best Western Barnsdale Hall Hotel Stamford Road Barnsdale Oakham LE15 8AB MAP
Our hotel is a magnificent Grade II listed building set in a conservation area in in the English county of Rutland. The Barnsdale Hall Hotel is also located in landscaped gardens overlooking the beautiful Rutland Water.

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Old Wisteria Hotel 4 Catmose Street Oakham LE15 6HW MAP
The Old Wisteria is a privately owned hotel. Once a hunting lodge, this listed property partly dates back to 1604. The hotel driveway leads to a tranquil setting. Friendly and welcoming, with intimate surroundings and spacious rooms.

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Greetham Valley Hotel Golf and Conference Centre Stretton Road Oakham LE15 7NP MAP
Set within 260 acres of beautiful, naturally undulating Rutland countryside, 2 miles away from the A1, the hotel boasts 2 of the best maintained, diverse golf courses in the Midlands.

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Normanton Park Hotel South Shore , Rutland Water, Normanton Oakham LE15 8RP MAP
This 3-star hotel is situated in the picturesque county of Rutland, Leicestershire. Standing majestically next to the shores of Rutland Water, only 8 miles from the market town of Oakham, it offers easy access from the A1 and M1.

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Whipper-In Hotel The Market Place Oakham LE15 6DT MAP
The Whipper-In was a coaching inn in the 17th Century, and is renowned for its warm and welcoming atmosphere. The hotel is a building of immense charm and character, the ancient oak beams complement the rich fabrics in warm hues. The hotel is ...

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Guest Houses, Bed & Breakfasts, Inns and Other Hotels


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The Old Plough 2 Church Street Braunston-in-Rutland Oakham LE15 8QT MAP
A unique picturesque 18th century Inn situated close to Rutland Water, only 1 mile from the county town of Oakham. Within easy reach of Nottingham, Peterborough and Leicester, as well as the A1 and M1 motorway.

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The Wilderness Empingham Near Oakham LE15 8PS MAP
Luxurious Bed & Breakfast in large country house with spectacular views situated on edge of picturesque village. Adjacent to Rutland Water, Europe's largest man made lake and close to Cambridge, Peterborough, Leicester & Nottingham. Numerous good pubs..

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Holiday Cottages


Wish Cottage 16 St Marys Road Manton near Oakham LE15 8SU
In the centre of a picturesque and peaceful Rutland Water village this perfectly charming spacious cottage and its delightful garden is one of a row set just 250 yards from the village pub which serves food. Two miles away the market town of Oakham offers ..Sleeps 3

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Chapel Cottage Greetham near Oakham LE15 7NJ
Chapel Cottage is a lovely 200 year old building which is an absolute pleasure to relax in and enjoy it's delights, it hosts all the fixtures and fittings you would expect, plus many more. Enjoy a night in or extend into the garden for a ... Sleeps 6

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Around The Oakham Area

After visiting Rutland Water, try day trips to Melton Mowbray or Market Harborough.

Tourist Information on Nearby Towns To Visit - straight line distance:

Rutland Water (3.62 miles) Uppingham (5.65 miles) Melton Mowbray (9.28 miles) Stamford (10.53 miles) Corby (12.59 miles) Wansford (14.37 miles) Market Harborough (15.52 miles) Fotheringhay (15.64 miles) Bourne (16.14 miles) Oundle (16.81 miles) Grantham (17.10 miles)

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