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Love is in the air in Romantic Rutland...
This little county is buzzing with big deals this year - we have fantastic Valentine’s Offers for all budgets and lots of Winter Discounts to warm your cockles! From Michelin starred lunches for £15.50 (2 courses at The Olive Branch) to 4* weekend breaks for £120 per couple (2 nights at The Kings Arms Inn). So this is a great time to Discover Rutland, for less.
Rutland, The County of Good Taste...
If you've visited Rutland before, you will know that you can't go far without stumbling across a great village pub! Rutland loves good food, and the focus on using local producers can be seen in menus throughout the county.
If you want the satisfaction of using quality, seasonal produce in your own kitchen, plan a visit around Oakham Farmers Market on the 3rd Saturday of each month where you will find a host of local producers along Gaol Street.
Or if you would prefer to sample the goods at a local eatery, you can view a list of places to eat in Rutland here!
NEW 2012 Discover Rutland Visitor Guide
Hot off the press - the new guide has hit the shelves, full of useful information, ideas for your trip and some great money saving vouchers. The guide is available in many businesses around Rutland, or you can order a copy online here.
Did you know...
Easton Walled Gardens has a fascinating history, after being cultivated for 450 years as part of the grounds of a great house, the whole estate fell into disrepair after it was requisitioned by the army during the war. The house was pulled down in 1951 and the gardens were abandoned for 50 years.
2001 saw the gardens come to life again when work began to restore it to its former glory. With a David Austin Rose Collection, 100 varieties of Daffodil, 50 varieties of Sweet Peas, a yew tunnel, vegetable garden and so much more to explore – a day at Easton Walled Gardens is full of colour and variety.
If you can't wait until they open in Spring, go along to their Snowdrop week 18th-26th February www.eastonwalledgardens.co.uk
If you want more snowdrops during your visit, Deene Park has a glorious display of many snowdrop varieties to view on Sunday 12th or Sunday 19th February www.deenepark.com
Vote Rutland as a Great of Great Britian
The Great Exhibition 2012 are asking you what you think makes Britain Great. We think Rutland is is a Great example of the Best of British, with our traditional market towns, rolling English countryside with a fantastic array of British wildlife. If you agree - you can vote for us here.
Dates for your diary
We've got lots of events happening this year, see what takes your fancy from the list below...
The Stilton Cheese Classic Vehicle Run: Sunday 22nd April
Uppingham will host the start of this charity event from 9.30am where owners of classic vehicles are encouraged to take to the road to retrace a route that was made to deliver Stilton Cheese around the villages, one of the longest commercial carriage rides of its time. www.stiltoncheeserun.webs.com
Rutland Walking Festival 2012: Sunday May 20th – Sunday June 2nd
Bigger and Better than ever before… Come and enjoy the picturesque countryside that Rutland has to offer with the variety of walks taking place over 2 weeks. www.discover-rutland.co.uk
Cider & Sausage Festival: Thursday 31st May - Monday 4th June
Join The Grainstore Brewery, as they go a bit ‘West Country’, by celebrating all that is great about English Cider and Sausages with the 2nd Rutland Cider & Sausage Festival. Featuring some great live entertainment each night, the 'National Leg Wrestling Championships' and loads of great sausages cooked in loads of different ways! www.grainstorebrewery.com
Rutland County Show: Sunday 3rd June 2012
A lovely rural show which is a firm favourite in the Rutland calendar. The show includes a range of animal showing classes, country stalls, funfair and a wide variety of displays such as vintage cars and agricultural machinery. Showcasing the best of Rutland, this show is not to be missed. www.rutlandcountyshow.co.uk
The British Birdwatching Fair – ‘Birdfair’: Friday 17th – Sunday 19th August 2012
A popular international event which encompasses the whole spectrum of the birdwatching industry, whilst at the same time supporting global bird conservation. www.birdfair.org.uk
Grainstore Brewery Beer Festival: Friday 24th – Monday 27th August 2012
The Rutland Beer Festival held at The Grain Store Brewery, brings together a wide range of real ales from around the UK. Featuring over 70 Real Ales also they offer a wide selection of traditional ciders. www.grainstorebrewery.com
The Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials: Thursday, 30th August – Sunday, 2nd September 2012
The Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials is a very popular social event in the sporting calendar. Set in the stunning parkland of Burghley House, Stamford the Horse Trials is an unforgettable Event for all to enjoy. www.burghley-horse.co.uk 
Rutland Food Festival: Saturday 15th September
A celebration of all the wonderful food and drink on offer in and around Rutland. Come and sample thirst quenching ciders and beers, nibble on pork pies and cheeses and savour organic freshly cooked sausages and Dexter old spot burgers. www.discover-rutland.co.uk
For more offers see our Special Offers page...
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