Empingham

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Grade I listed. The church dates from the 13th century onwards and consists of a fine 14th century tower of four stages with a spire, nave with aisles, transepts, chancel, north vestry and south porch. The nave has a late 13th century four bay north arcade, and an early 13th century four bay south arcade. The clerestory is perpendicular. The chancel, with fine sedilia and double piscina, dates from the 13th century, contemporary with the south transept. The north transept is slightly later, and contains a 13th century wall tomb. The south porch is from the 14th century. The font is in the 14th century style, and dates from 1895. There is also a late 17th-century oak pulpit. The church was restored in 1895.
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Grade I listed. The church dates from the 13th century onwards and consists of a fine 14th century tower of four stages with a spire, nave with aisles, transepts, chancel, north vestry and south porch. The nave has a late 13th century four bay north arcade, and an early 13th century four bay south arcade. The clerestory is perpendicular. The chancel, with fine sedilia and double piscina, dates from the 13th century, contemporary with the south transept. The north transept is slightly later, and contains a 13th century wall tomb. The south porch is from the 14th century. The font is in the 14th century style, and dates from 1895. There is also a late 17th-century oak pulpit. The church was restored in 1895.
Photo by Jules & Jenny (Creative Commons Attribution 2.0)
Empingham Marshy Meadows is a biological Site of Special Scientific Interest north of Empingham in Rutland.
Water....... Rutland - April 2014
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Meadow below the dam - Rutland Water - April 2014
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Belton Woods Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort

Belton Woods Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort

4 out of 5
Belton Grantham England
The price is €109 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
€109
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Grantham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
Large room. Clean. Ample parking. Good breakfast. Pleasant staff.

Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

Belton Woods Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort
Delta Hotels by Marriott Peterborough

Delta Hotels by Marriott Peterborough

4 out of 5
Peterborough Business Park Peterborough England
The price is €80 per night from 20 Mar to 21 Mar
€80
20 Mar - 21 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Peterborough. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (353 reviews)
Hotel stay was good. Staff in breakfast were a bit slow.

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Delta Hotels by Marriott Peterborough
Rutland Hall Hotel & Spa

Rutland Hall Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
North Oakham Oakham England
The price is €121 per night from 25 Mar to 26 Mar
€121
25 Mar - 26 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Oakham. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Fabulous hotel in beautiful location

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

Rutland Hall Hotel & Spa
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Primrose Hall Holiday Cottage, near Rutland Water

Primrose Hall Holiday Cottage, near Rutland Water

Oakham
Stay at this family-friendly cottage in Oakham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Rutland Zorbing and Barnsdale Gardens are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (43 reviews)
We had a lovely new year's stay. Great communication from the hosts. High quality accommodation with real attention to detail and personal touches. Would love to stay again.

Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026

Primrose Hall Holiday Cottage, near Rutland Water
Ascot House

Ascot House

4 out of 5
Lynch Wood Peterborough England
Stay at this aparthotel in Peterborough. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Nene Valley Railway - Overton Station and ...
Ascot House
Relax Inn - Thorpe Lodge Hotel

Relax Inn - Thorpe Lodge Hotel

2.5 out of 5
87 Thorpe Rd Peterborough England
Stay at this aparthotel in Peterborough. Enjoy a 24-hour front desk, daily housekeeping and rainfall showerheads. Popular attractions Nene Valley Railway - Peterborough ...
Relax Inn - Thorpe Lodge Hotel
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Rutland waters September 18

Rutland Water Nature Reserve

4.5/5(122 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Rutland Water Nature Reserve during your travels in Oakham. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this relaxing area.

Rutland Water Nature Reserve
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Rutland Water Country Park

Explore the great outdoors at Rutland Water Country Park, a lovely green space in Oakham. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this relaxing area.

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Barnsdale Gardens

4/5(1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Barnsdale Gardens, a lovely green space in Exton and Horn. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this quaint area.

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Normanton Church

4.5/5(2 reviews)

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The Rutland Falconry and Owl Centre

Enjoy an outing to The Rutland Falconry and Owl Centre during your stay in Burley. Amble around this relaxing area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Rutland Water Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Edith Weston at Rutland Water Golf Course. Stroll along the area's lakeside or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Rutland Water Golf Course