Things to Do in Rutland and Stamford in November 2026
From folk-rock legends and a murder mystery dinner to Christmas fairs and a day with Rutland Water’s winter birds, here’s our pick of things to do in Rutland and Stamford this November.
Friday 6th November: Lindisfarne
Folk-rock pioneers Lindisfarne return with a classic five-piece line-up fronted by founder member Rod Clements, playing favourites including Meet Me On The Corner, Fog On The Tyne, Lady Eleanor and Run For Home. Stamford Corn Exchange, from 8pm, tickets £34. Call 01780 766455 or visit stamfordcornexchange.co.uk.
Saturday 7th November: The Real Thing
Founder members Chris Amoo and Dave Smith celebrate 50 years since You to Me Are Everything reached number one, with support from Richie Sampson, formerly of The Foundations. Stamford Corn Exchange, 7.30pm, £31.50.
Saturday 7th November: Strictly Come Murder at Tolethorpe Hall
A devious murder mystery with fine dining in the Orangery at Tolethorpe Hall, Little Casterton, as the host of a television dance contest is found murdered backstage. 7pm for 7.30pm, with a welcome drink and three-course meal. Over 18s only, £75 per person, booking essential. Call 01780 917240 or visit www.tolethorpe.co.uk.
7th and 8th November: Uppingham School concerts
Across Remembrance weekend, Uppingham School presents its Invitation Concert on Saturday (7.30pm), bringing pupils, staff and professional performers together for chamber music, followed by Music for Remembrance on Sunday (7pm), a reflective programme of music and readings. Both in the School Chapel; see www.uppingham.co.uk.
Tuesday 10th November: Carmen
A satellite screening of Bizet’s opera from the Royal Ballet and Opera, with Ginger Costa-Jackson in the title role, sung in French with English subtitles. Stamford Arts Centre, 7pm, tickets £16. Call 01780 763203.
13th to 15th November: Run with Steve Cram
Former Olympian Steve Cram hosts a running weekend at Rutland Hall Hotel for runners of all abilities, with practical sessions and advice on nutrition, injury prevention, strength and conditioning, kit and breathing. Pre-booking essential at www.stevecramtraining.com.
From 14th November: Christmas at Belvoir Castle
Belvoir Castle’s grand rooms are decorated around favourite carols for Deck the Halls. Children can follow the Three Mice trail and meet Father Christmas in his grotto, and Festive Afternoon Tea is served in the Aviary Tearoom. See www.belvoircastle.com.
19th and 26th November: Festive cookery at The Olive Branch
Head chef Dean Carroll leads Festive Cookery Demonstrations on 19th November and 3rd December, each with coffee, a two-hour demonstration and a three-course lunch with wine. A Christmas Canapé Making Demonstration follows on 26th November at 10am and 6pm. Call 01780 410355 or visit www.theolivebranchpub.com.
Friday 20th November: Noel Fitzpatrick
The Supervet’s Professor Noel Fitzpatrick presents Medicine & Music, mixing stories from his life as a vet with his favourite music. Stamford Corn Exchange, 7.30pm, tickets from £35.
Saturday 21st November: Wildfowl and Wader Day at Rutland Water
Join bird recorder Terry Mitcham to look for winter visitors around the reservoir. £15 per person, 9.30am to 4pm, from the Anglian Water Birdwatching Centre, Egleton. See www.lrwt.org.uk.
Wednesday 25th November: Uppingham Fatstock
Uppingham’s agricultural showcase, revived by local farmers in 1949, celebrates livestock, land and local pride across 14 classes for cattle, sheep and pigs. See www.discover-rutland.co.uk.
Thursday 26th November: Burghley Christmas Fair
The region’s largest Christmas Fair, with stocking fillers, decorations, clothes and homewares, plus mulled wine, hot chocolate, raclette and crêpes. In aid of Sue Ryder Thorpe Hall Hospice. Tickets £15 for adults, 9.30am to 4pm. Call 01780 752451 or visit www.burghley.co.uk.
Coming up: Monday 7th December, Rutland NSPCC Concert
The 20th anniversary carol concert at All Saints’ Church, Oakham, from 7.30pm. Tickets £20 from James Sellicks in Oakham and The Falcon in Uppingham.
