Local places of Interest:

Lyveden New Build and Garden: One of Englands oldest garden landscapes.    http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/main/w-vh/w-visits/w-findaplace/w-lyvedennewbield/

The Old Rectory Gardens, Sudborough: The two acre Plantman's Gardens, begun in 1984, are a blend of traditional style and contemporary design that changes form and colour with the seasons. The renowned potager was designed in 1985 by Rosmary Verey.                                                                http://www.oldrectorygardens.co.uk/

Rockingham Castle: Built by William the Conqueror. A Royal Fortress for 450 years, surrounded by 12 acres of gardens.  http://www.rockinghamcastle.com/ 

Rockingham Speedway: The only oval bank circuit to be built in the UK since Brooklands in 1907.                                                              http://www.rockingham.co.uk/

Barnsdale Gardens: The gardens of the late Geoff Hamilton (Gardeners World TV gardens).                                         http://www.barnsdalegardens.co.uk/

Rutland Water: Enjoy a trip on the Rutland Belle on Rutland water. One of the largest man made lakes in Europe.        http://www.rutlandwatercruises.com/

Burghly House: The largest and one of the most impressive Elizabethan houses in England.                                  http://www.burghley.co.uk/

Burghley Horse Trials: Held at Burghley House each September, Famous International Horse Trials.                         http://www.burghley-horse.co.uk/

Nene Valley Railway: The home of the one and only Thomas the Tank Engine                                                   http://www.nvr.org.uk/

Rutland Falconry: Resident Owls, Hawks, Falcons, Buzzards and Eagles living in woodland close to Rutland Water.           http://www.rutland-falconry.com/

Sloane Helicopters:  Situated at Sywell, famous helicopter pilot training centre.                                                                                    http://www.sloanehelicopters.co.uk/