Barnsdale Gardens
01572 813 200
office@barnsdalegardens.co.uk
www.barnsdalegardens.co.uk

Barnsdale Gardens
The Avenue
Exton
Oakham
Rutland
LE15 8AH

Barnsdale Gardens are the creation of Geoff Hamilton, Britains best loved television gardener and presenter of BBC TV's Gardener's World weekly gardening programme, which Geoff presented from his home at Barnsdale in Rutland. There is a wealth of ideas for gardeners and non-gardeners alike. After strolling around the garden visit our small specialist nursery or relax in our friendly licensed coffee shop. We look forward to seeing you.


Belton House
01476 566116
www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Belton House
Grantham
Lincolnshire
NG32 2LS

Includes children's play area, children's quiz/trails, activity room in house, Belton Discovery Centre, extensive outdoor adventure playground with under-6s 'corral'; miniature train rides in summer.


Burghley's Garden of Surprises
01780 752451
www.burghley.co.uk

Burghley House,
Stamford,
Lincolnshire,
PE9 3JY

Hidden inside a Yew hedge is an experience that will delight the senses. Mirrors exaggerate, mazes confuse, squirts of water distract, the dank moss house captivates, transforming sculptures dazzle, the grotto entices and the longitude dial educates and astonishes!


Oakham Castle
01572 758440
museum@rutland.gov.uk
www.rutland.gov.uk

Rutland County Museum
Catmose St
Oakham
Rutland
LE15 6HW

The Norman Great Hall of Oakham Castle, a late 12th century fortified manor house, is one of the finest domestic buildings of the period. It stands within walled earthworks, and remains of an earlier motte and bailey castle are also visible. Within, the columns are decorated with sculptures of medieval musicians, and other fine Romanesque carvings survive. On the walls hang over 200 unique presentation horseshoes forfeited by royalty and peers of the realm to the Lord of the Manor of Oakham. The castle is increasingly popular as a venue for civil marriages and is open free nearly every day.


Pots of Fun
01780 751537
www.potsoffunstamford.co.uk

17/18 Scotgate
Stamford
Lincs
PE9 2YQ

Pots of Fun is a comtemporary Ceramics Studio for all. Relax and unwind in our friendly Studio Cafe and create your very own masterpiece!. Have a tea or coffee and maybe a bite to eat. You dont have to be a budding artist! as there is always someone on hand to give you tuition and guide you along.


Rockblok
01780 460060
info@rockblok.co.uk
www.rockblok.co.uk

WHITWELL CAR PARK, RUTLAND WATER

The only outside climbing facility which is accessible to the public. Eight meters by 16 meter base or 100 square meters of freeform rockface. All instruction avaiable. Climbing in a safe environment. Abseiling courses are also available, kids clubs at weekends for children over 3.


Rutland Sailing Club and School
01780 720292
sailing@rutlandsc.co.uk
www.rutlandsc.co.uk

Gibbet Lane
Edith Weston
Oakham
Rutland
LE15 8HJ

The Rutland Sailing Club welcomes sailors of all standards, including beginners. It has become one of the UK's premier locations for inland events.


Rutland Water Cycling
01780 720888
sales@rutlandcycling.com
www.rutlandcycling.com

Normanton
Normanton car park
Nr. Edith Weston
Oakham
Rutland
LE15 8HD

Rutland Water Cycling - Hiring of bikes using kid friendly paths. Rutland Water offers over 17 miles of safe, cycle specific paths - allowing cycling in the beautiful and unbeatable countryside of Rutland. We hire adult and child's bikes, along with tandems, electric bikes and buggies. It is a fabulous day out for all of the family. Cycle in the beautiful countryside of Rutland along traffic free, cycle specific paths! A cheap family day out! Costs of hiring bikes vary. Please call us for more details.


Sacrewell Farm and Country Centre
01780 782254
www.sacrewell.org.uk

Sacrewell Farm & Country Centre
Thornhaugh
Peterborough
PE8 6HJ

Hidden deep in the heart of the countryside nestles an 18th Century mill and country farm where the treasures of farming and country life lie waiting to be discovered.
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. With the visitor centre spread over 35 acres you can always enjoy the feeling of space and rural tranquillity, whether you have come to visit for the day or are staying on the attractive campsite.
Tractor rides around the 550-acre working farm are always popular, or you can walk one of the farm trails. If you are feeling more adventurous you could even try our family orienteering course. Children have a choice of indoor or outdoor play areas to keep them amused once they have fed the animals.


Stamford Theatre and Arts Centre
01780 763203
boxoffice@stamfordartscentre.com
www.stamfordartscentre.com

27 St. Mary's Street
Stamford
Lincolnshire
PE9 2DL

An historic theatre and assembly room converted into a fully equipped arts centre with a full programme of film, plays, poetry, contemporary art exhibitions, coffee, snacks and cellar bar.


Tallington Lakes
01778 34 7000
www.tallington.com

Barholm Road
Tallington
Stamford
Lincs.
PE9 4RJ

Includes kid's play area…designed and equipped a safe and secure play area with active youngsters in mind. Free of charge to use, it is suitable for unsupervised play for 5 to 12 year olds, children under 5 must be accompanied.- this is without doubt one of the busiest areas in the park we know our younger visitors love it!
Also great for a variety of activities including water skiing, jet skiing and dry slope skiing.


Wicksteed Park
08700 621 193
www.wicksteedpark.co.uk

Wicksteed Park
Kettering,
Northamptonshire.
NN15 6NJ

Entertainment park great for kids - from rides and attractions, through to the nature trail and entertainment packages.


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