Rutland Visitor Travel Guide Page

We have compiled a travel and holiday information guide to help with your holiday stay in Rutland.

About Rutland

As the smallest county in England, Rutland isn't the most well known area of land. It is located in the middle of England and is land locked by Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, Cambridgeshire and Northamptonshire. Only a couple of villages and market towns grace the county which is predominantly a countryside area blessed with lakes and plant life. Rutland Water is one of the largest man made lakes in the world and takes up a large proportion of the centre of Rutland. It is ideal for walkers and cyclists as a path has been constructed around the reservoir to allow tourists to enjoy the sights of the water. Barnsdale Gardens, Rutland County Museum and Normanton Hall offer alternative forms of entertainment and exploration if the natural beauty aspect of Rutland doesn't quite tickle the fancy. The region is pretty centralized within England so it is relatively easy to get to no matter where you travel from in the country. On the flip side, it is also fairly simple to get to anywhere within the country.

Attractions & Heritage Sites within Rutland

1. Barnsdale Gardens - The Avenue, Exton, Oakham, Rutland, LE15 8AH In 1983, Barnsdale Gardens was created by Geoff Hamilton and was transformed from a plain field into a series of 38 gorgeous gardens covering 8 acres of beautiful land. 2. Lyddington Bede House - Main Street, Lyddington, Rutland, LE15 9LZ A remarkable home in Rutland, Lyddington Bede House was a piece of the original Bishops of Lincoln palace. It is located in the village of Lyddington across from the church and is operated by English Heritage. 3. Rutland Falconry and Owl centre - Burley Bushes, Exton Lane, Exton, Oakham The Rutland Falconry and Owl Centre is a popular visitor attraction which offers a wide variety of wildlife. Not only is the centre a home for hundreds of different species of prey birds, but also various other species of fauna and gorgeous flora. See Full List of Attractions in Rutland See Full List of History and Heritage Sites in Rutland

Towns and Villages in Rutland

Rutland has some lovely towns and villages to explore, below is a list with a short summary and link to more information about it and pictures. Oakham - rests on the shores of one of Britain's largest purpose-built lakes... More...

Useful Contact Information for Rutland

Oakham Tourist Information Centre Rutland County Museum, Catmose Street, Oakham, Rutland, LE16 6HW Tel No: 01572 758 441 Rutland Water Tourist Information Centre Sykes Lane, Empingham, Rutland, LE15 8PX Tel No: 01572 653026

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