Oakham: Distance 6 miles from Stretton Lakes

Oakham is the County town of Rutland. Rich in history and character, Oakham is a bustling lively market town. The market takes place every Wednesday and Saturday in the Market Place. There is a wide variety of stalls selling fruit & vegetables, fish and cheeses, bread, clothes, household goods and plants.

Places to visit include:
Barnsdale Gardens : Began in 1983 presented by the late Geoff Hamilton for BBC gardeners world
Wingwell Nursey and ArtDejardein sculpture garden
Lydington Bede House
Normanton Church Museum
Whissendine Windmill
Oakham Castle
Rutland Railway Museum: The museum has an open air steam centre which hosts a large collection of steam and diesel locomotives, wagons, vans and coaches. It is dedicated to telling the story of railways, especially the local iron stone quarrying.
Gates Nurseries and Tearoom voted winner in the UK Garden Centre of the year 2005/6
Grainstore brewery and pub

For more information visit
www.rutnet.co.uk