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The Rutland Vineyard

This month we’ve discovered a stunning place to sit and take in the views. Tim & Zoe Beaver have created their Rutland vineyard near Ketton, and its tasting barn is a great place to relax and enjoy English wine, good coffee and homemade cakes! Vines growing at The Rutland Vineyard I may have discovered the happiest place in Rutland & Stamford… or possibly the happiest place in whole of Britain. On a fairly warm Saturday, late afternoon, I arrive at Ketton’s Rutland Vineyard and discover that I’m not alone in recognising the joy of sitting in the tasting barn, or on its terrace, enjoying a glass of English wine whilst looking out over a panorama of farmland. Owners Tim &...

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Dining Out at Hambleton Hall

Dining out in Rutland doesn’t get any better than enjoying dinner at Hambleton Hall, not simply because of the lovely...

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In the Summertime

We’ve an absolutely fantastic recommendation for dining out this month in the form of The Millstone at Barnack. Having opened in...

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Dining Out at The Six Bells, Witham

An epic village pub restaurant that’s family run, now with second generation restauranteurs at the helm. This month we’re enjoying...

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Dining Out: The Exeter Arms…

If you’re looking for a deliciously different dining out option, we’ll direct you to the small – but perfectly formed...

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Dining Out: The Crown, Uppingham

It’s a jewel in the crown that is Uppingham, and finger’s crossed, 2022 will bring a whole year of uninterrupted...

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The Good Food Awards 2021

This month we reveal the winners of our 2021 Good Food Awards. Back in October we invited our readers to...

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Dining Out: The Finch’s Arms

Now is the winter of your content, because The Finch’s Arms can welcome you in this month to enjoy roaring...

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A delicious Christmas bake!

If you’re entertaining this festive season, if you’re looking to give the gift of delicious cakes or you’d just like...

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Dining Out: The Crown, Uppingham

According to Shakespeare, uneasy is the head that wear the crown… maybe not uneasy, but Laura Totten is certainly busy...

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Eyōkoso to Hoppi Dorri

One of the area’s most unique and satisfying dining experiences is now under new management with a new Head Chef...

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A Good Grilling

SOS: Save Our Summer! If bad barbecue food ends up being a burning issue during your summer, enlist England cricketer...

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Strawberry Fields Forever

It’s one of the highlights of a Great British summer, and the perfect treat to enjoy in the garden. This...

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In Vino Veritas

That old Athenian lush, Euripides, declared that ‘where there is no wine, there is no love,’ well, there’s plenty of...

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Celebrating a return to Hambleton Hall

‘Here comes the sun,’ declared George Harrison. ‘It’s been a long cold lonely winter.’ Happily though, it looks like summer...

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The Bewicke Arms at Hallaton

This month’s dining out recommendation is simply superb! It’s a village pub restaurant that provides great quality dining in a...

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Dining Out: Barnsdale Lodge Hotel

Celebrating autumn dining at one of the area’s most well-respected dining rooms, Barnsdale Lodge… There’s some real talent in the...

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Dining Out: The Chubby Castor…

Chef Adebola Adeshina and his team celebrate their first three years in the village of Castor, having created a restaurant...

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Dining Out: Hambleton Hall

As the country’s dining rooms once again open to guests, it would be nothing short of a sin not to...

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Cheers for Spears

St George’s Day means the beginning of local asparagus season, and an especially busy time for local farmer Josh Makey…...

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Dining Out: The Griffin Inn at Irnham

What could be better than an unexpected opportunity to escape for the evening with the present Mrs Davis? How about a...

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Dining Out: Stapleford Park Hotel…

This month Rob Davis begrudgingly shares Stapleford Park with those seeking beautiful dining in an exquisite setting. If there’s one...