How about a cosy lunch or drink at the Cosy Club, Stamford? If you are in Stamford and are looking for somewhere to eat, or maybe enjoy a drink after a wander around the town, then why not pop into the Cosy Club. Dominic and I popped in for a drink and a bite to […]
What a better day to celebrate Rutland Day than showcasing the counties fantastic produce. On Saturday, the county celebrated ‘Rutland Day’ with a family event and food fair on the shores of Rutland Water. The event was a showcase for all the fantastic local produce in the local area. It was great to see a […]
Puddle Cottage is just a short walk from Rutland Sailing Club I thought I would share this photo which I took on Saturday of the National Topper Event at Rutland Water which ran this weekend. Although I didn’t sail this weekend, we did enjoy a glass of wine watching the sailing in the September sun! […]
Autumn in Rutland. The change in the weather over the past week and the changing colours of the trees means that Autumn has just arrived in Rutland. Autumn in Rutland is one of my favourite times of the year, and it’s not surprising when you see views like this taken from the cottage garden this evening. […]
I can’t believe this year has gone by so quickly. Here I am typing and Burghley Horse Trials has started today – I can’t believe we are nearly into September. The dates for Burghley Horse Trials has been announced for next year already as 5 – 8 September 2013. If you are coming to the […]
Book boats in advance if Fishing at Rutland Water this Autumn Anglian Water are suggesting that you book boats early if Fishing at Rutland Water this autumn with September and October being the most popular months. According to the Anglian Water website, Rutland Water saw good fishing conditions again last week (http://www.anglianwater.co.uk/leisure/fishing-news/archive/6521304F513B44E599B9A27733511ABC.aspx) The South Arm saw […]
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 […]
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 […]
It may seem like quite a while away, but we have already had several enquiries about bookings during the festive period. Rutland really comes to life in the run up to Christmas. The independent, boutique shops in Oakham, Uppingham and Stamford, make the area a great place to pick up a more unusual and thoughtful gift. […]
