Occasionally referred to as the Cotswolds… without the crowds, Rutland offers stunning and unspoiled countryside along with plenty of leisure activities and places to see.
Rutland Water, as big as Lake Windermere, set in over 3000 acres of beautiful countryside, is a hub for much of the local activity. The twenty-five mile track around the reservoir is ideal for cycling or strolling. Egleton is famous for its bird-watching centre (look out for the Ospreys), and of course people travel from all over the country to go fly fishing. Sailing and windsurfing are popular, and you can try rock climbing at Rockblok on the shore. The setting also includes one of the localities three golf courses.
Rutland Water is not the only place to visit locally; the whole area is a ramblers' paradise with a labyrinth of footpaths linking wonderful villages and hamlets.
The Rutland Falconry and Owl Centre
Bowles, climbing, country walks
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