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Not a lot of people know that! Facts about Rutland…

Here are a few little known facts about our little county of Rutland: Rutland Water is Europe’s largest man made lake. It was built in 1977. Rutland is the smallest country in the United Kingdom. Rutland was originally part of Leicestershire but was reinstated as an independent county in 1997. Rutland is the only county […]

Four Legged Friends Welcome!

We know that for many people, their perfect holiday is not complete without bringing their four legged friends along, and we are delighted that Puddle Cottage welcomes well behaved pets. Puddle Cottage is located just a short walk from Rutland Water, and there are many fantastic dogs walks locally. We also have a little welcome […]

Chestnuts Roasting on the Open Fire?!

I had to share this picture of the chimney being swept at Puddle Cottage ready for the autumn! The chimney sweep did laugh when I asked him to pause so I could take a photo but it’s a sight I love and means that those lovely autumn days in Rutland aren’t too far away. Of […]

We declare Puddle Cottage OPEN!

In the midst of all the renovation work we were doing on Puddle Cottage, I didn’t get a chance to update the blog with a picture of the official opening with Mum cutting the ribbon to declare Puddle Cottage open for business! After all the hard work that went into renovating Puddle Cottage, it was only […]

‘An exemplary pub’ says the Independent. And we agree.

Dinner at the Berkeley Arms, Wymondham was simply superb. I’ve just stumbled on some photos from several weeks ago which reminded me about a fantastic meal I enjoyed several weeks ago. The family ventured to the Berkeley Arms in Wymondham at the end of July and enjoyed a fantastic evening – the food and service […]

Raise your glass.. It’s the Rutland Beer Festival!

With the August bank holiday fast approaching, it can only mean one thing in Rutland… the start of the Rutland Annual Beer Festival held at the Grainstore in Oakham, and this weekend it celebrates its 13th festival. There will be over 70 Real Ales (golden ales, stouts, bitters, porters and barley wines and a wide […]

The best table in town?

With the mini heatwave due to hit Rutland any day, one common question people ask if whether BBQ’s are allowed at Rutland Water. And who can blame anyone for wanting to get surely the best table in area, and cooking and having dinner overlooking Rutland Water. The picture I’ve put on the blog is a […]