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Roaming Rutland Private Tour
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5 to 6 Hours
Mobile ticket
Pickup offered
Offered in: English
Overview
Rutland is England’s smallest and some might say its prettiest county.?One thing is for certain, Rutland lives up to its motto, Multum in Parvo or ‘much in little’.?In this private tour you will just want this beautiful little place has to offer.
Explore the market towns and rolling countryside and its famous Rutland Water. Visit castles, churches and walk down beautiful streets and lanes. Perhaps treat yourself to something nice. Rutland is well known for being foodie paradise (Pork Pie and Stilton for me if you're asking).
One thing you won’t help but notice is the beautiful rolling countryside in Rutland which combined with its perfect picturesque villages has been labelled the new Cotswolds we will find out why.
This is a private tour just for you by car with a certain level of walking at each spot. I know where I'd like to take you but it's all easy going and we can go with the flow, wherever that takes us. There truly is Much In Little.
What's Included
- All entrance fees
- There are plenty of places for a drink or snack if you'd like. Oakham has great places to pick up some treats.
Meeting And Pickup
Meeting point
I'd meet you just outside Oakham Station. If you know your train time I can meet you at the platform!
Start time
09:30 AM
End Point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Pickup points
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What To Expect
Oakham
We will explore the lovely old county town of Oakham. Full of picturesque streets and buildings and well known for its foodie heaven status.
1 Hours 20 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Oakham Castle
Explore the unique old Oakham Castle with its surprising Great Hall and recently 'cleared' castle walls.
15 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
All Saints Oakham
All Saints is a truly magnificent church and in many ways the focal point for Oakham. Well worth having a look inside.
15 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Enjoy the old marketplace with its restored water pump. The traditional bustling hub of Oakham and still with a regular market today.
10 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
See the beautiful old Buttercross and its original Stocks so better be good if you don't want to be pelted with tomatoes!
10 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
It's not often Oakham makes the news, but the unveiling of the first and only memorial statue to the late Queen Elizabeth in April 2024 was that time. Come and see it for yourself. Personally I think the corgis make it!
5 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Resting place of Anthony Jenkinson who travelled the Silk Road centuries ago. A 'Thankful' village.
15 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Normanton Church
This old church is all that's left of the village that was flooded when Rutland Water was created. A beautiful spot and great for photographers too.
10 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Rutland Water
Enjoy Rutland Water from its shoreline, Englands biggers manmade lake.
10 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Wing Maze
See one of the last eight surviving medieval labyrinths with possible origins going back to the Vikings or even earlier and learn the usage of this inspiration for the modern 'maze'.
10 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Learn of the events that shaped history in this tiny little village with its beautiful old church
15 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Uppingham
Uppingham is the other town in Rutland and is replete with galleries and upmarket eateries.
45 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Burrough on the Hill
At 690 feet (210 metres) above sea level, this old Iron Age fort offers fantastic views over the surrounding counties.
30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Lyddington Bede House
This is a private tour so we can pretty much go where you like but a good place is Bede House, part of an old palace that is well maintained by English Heritage.
30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Explore the beautiful rolling countryside of rural Rutland as we pass through several picturesque villages including some with some surprising and important history.
1 Hours • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operated by Ye Olde England Tours
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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