Places of Interest

FREEPOST, Grantham, Lincolnshire,NG31 6BR 01476 870262

Belvoir Castle has a Norman origin and a French-derived name (from Bellevue). The view is indeed stunning, across what is now illogically called the Vale of Belvoir. The Manners family were the Earls of Rutland from Henry V11's time, Dukes since 1703. They have for over 450 years lived at Belvoir, which was in origin a Norman Castle. Much damaged in two Civil Wars, the Castle was then rebuilt to the designs of James Wyatt.

SPRING GARDENS

Secluded in woodland half a mile from the Castle a haven of tranquillity has been created. surrounding the rustic summer house, dating from 1800, the gardens have been lovingly restored to their original beauty by the present Duchess of Rutland

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Rutland Water

Rutland Water is the biggest manmade lake in Western Europe.There are quiet walks and trails around the lake for use by walkers, cyclists and horse riders.

Cruise on the Rutland Belle Windsurfing and Trout Fishing Lessons

Butterfly and Aquatic Centre Cycle Hire Guided Tours Available

Harbour Bars and Restaurants Wheelchair Access

Rutland Water Information Services

Sykes Lane, Empingham, LE15 8PX

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"WILD FLOWER FARM" Langar

44 acres of wildflower fields to explore, alive with colourful wild flowers. Wildflower pond and marsh, native trees and shrub plants for sale, also herbs and cottage garden plants,

For more information Tel:- 01949 851045
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Melton Mowbray Sailing Club

RYA Training, Full Race Programmes, Get Afloat Sessions,
We are a small family orientated club who make everyone welcome
so why not come a long and join in the Fun of sailing,

(click to see our  web page)
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"TUMBLEDOWN FARM"

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"BURROUGH HOUSE"

Situated six miles west of Oakham and five miles south of Melton Mowbray this historic Hunting Box is set in superb five-acre gardens with many unique features, including the Bower House where Edward VII and Mrs Simpson met in the 1930s.

For more information Tel:-01664 454226

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More information on Places of Interest call into the Melton Tourist information Centre

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