[2022] Make some magical memories in Rutland this festive season, by visiting Christmas Fayres, enjoying seasonal menus, and partaking in some festive activities.
Rutland continues to live up to its county motto ‘Multum In Parvo’, by offering ‘Much in Little’ throughout the festive season. Not only will visitors be spoilt for choice when it comes to gourmet experiences, dining options and fabulous hospitality, but also by the variety of magical festive events and Christmas shopping opportunities on offer, there has never been a better time to discover Rutland!
From rustic chic mini breaks to stocking up the larder for a festive feast and even an encounter with Santa himself, Discover Rutland has shared the most magical experiences not to miss this Christmas.
There are lots of opportunities to get that perfect gift for everyone on your list, whilst ensuring you’re getting great value and supporting small, local businesses. From Otters Fine Food hampers, Stamford Heavenly Chocolate & Warner’s Traditional Sweet Shop fudge, local gins from Multum Gin Parvo & ales from The Grainstore Brewery, or even a BBQ cookery experience voucher from Hoggy’s Grill, Rutland can satisfy any appetite. Many pubs and restaurants offer vouchers which are great for gifting. Head to our market towns of Oakham and Uppingham, or out of town centres such as Rutland Garden Village, Gates Garden Centre, Rutland Nursery and Welland Vale Garden Inspirations for a stress free shopping experience, providing something a bit different.
For experience lovers, you can gift train driving at Rocks by Rail, SUP boarding at Rutland Watersports or Aqua Park Rutland vouchers, plus fishing, golf, cycling and lots more! For a gift that keeps on giving, annual passes for Barnsdale Gardens, Rutland Water Nature Reserve, Burghley House or the popular Anglian Water parking permit are always welcome. Not forgetting the tickets available for Stamford Shakespeare Company performances at the magnificent Tolethorpe Hall open air theatre – there truly is something for everyone.
If you want to extend the fun, why not stay overnight at one of Rutland’s many elegant hotels or cosy cottages whilst taking a few of these events and visiting are selection of festive Garden Centre displays?
FULL FESTIVE EVENTS LIST 2022
Christmas Fairs:
19 November Rutland Fairtrade Christmas Market at Oakham Castle
24-27 November Burghley Christmas Fair
24 Nov & 1 December Rutland Nursery Exclusive Shopping Evenings
1 December Late Night Shopping & Christmas Fair in Uppingham
3-4 December Rutland Garden Village Craft fair
4 December Christmas Extravaganza at Cutts Close
12 December Oakham Late Night Shopping
Christmas Experiences:
18 Nov-23 December Belvoir Castle’s Enchanted Woodland Grotto
18 Nov-1 Jan Belvoir Castle’s Cinderella Christmas interiors
23 November Uppingham Christmas Fatstock Show
24-27 November Victorian Christmas at Rockingham Castle
2 December Midwinter Revels at Oakham Castle
3 December Christmas Light Switch On at Spanhoe Lodge, with Santa’s Grotto running until 23rd December
6 December The Rutland NSPCC Carol Concert at All Saints Church, Oakham
4-18 December Santa’s Grotto at The Harbour Café, Rutland Water
10 December Christmas Concert at Victoria Hall
10-11 December Family Festivities at Barnsdale Gardens
10 Dec-1 Jan Festive mini golf & winter wonderland wildlife trail at Sykes Lane, Rutland Water
10-11 December Vino and Vinyl sale with Bat & Bottle wine importer and Brian Webster vinyl trader at Oakham Enterprise Park
11 December Christmas Chapel Concert at Burghley House
14 December Carols in the Great Hall at Burghley House
20 December Winter Solstice celebration at The Hide in Manton Bay
22 December Christmas Sing-A-Long Evening at Ovation Wine & Spirit Bar, Oakham
31 December Rutland Hall Hotel’s NYE Celebrations
27 January – 19 February 2023 Belvoir Castle Spectacle of Light
