Heathrow Airport 2 hr 7
Rutland Water Nature Reserve (15 min) Vast protected wetland area with lagoons and islands, breeding ospreys and 31 birdwatching hides. Woolsthorpe Manor House (26 min) This 17th-century farmhouse was once the home of Isaac Newton & features artifacts from his life. Fineshade Wood (26 min) Family-friendly walking paths, plus a forest horse-riding trail, kids' playgrounds & an art gallery. Rutland Falconry and Owl Centre (11 min) The Anglian Water Bird Watching Centre (10 min) Aqua Park Rutland (15 min) Water park Oakham Castle (6 min) The Great Hall is rare example of 12th century architecture, decorated by sculptures from same era. Rutland Farm Park (6 min) Church of All Saints, Oakham (6 min) Church, history, and architecture Rutland Water (17 min) Man-made lake providing a serene retreat for boating, fishing, hiking/biking & birdwatching. Rockingham Castle (24 min) Royal bastion with Tudor sitting rooms and grand halls, plus frequent events and private hire. Rutland County Museum (6 min) Archaeological, agricultural & crime exhibits are featured at this county-history museum. Twinlakes Park (24 min) Family-friendly zoned theme park with rollercoasters, rides, a water park and falconry displays. Normanton Church (17 min) Church saved from the water, open to public on selected dates, available for weddings and concerts. Barnsdale Gardens (12 min) Horticultural site designed to offer inspiration for gardeners plus a plant nursery and tearoom. |