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Eye in the Sky: Burley on the Hill
The story behind Rutland’s impressive Palladian mansion… Burley on the Hill. Ask anyone to identify the area’s most recognisable landmarks and the usual suspects of Rutland Water, Normanton Church, Oakham Castle and Burghley House are likely to be at the top of the list. But what about Burley on the Hill’s Palladian mansion? It’s visible from across Oakham and stands rather proudly on the county’s skyline even though it’s now a private dwelling, rather than a country park and no longer hosts the Rutland Show. The current house was built on the site of an earlier dwelling around 1690, mimicking the style of Sir Christopher Wren. Its earlier owner, Sir John (later Lord) Harrington sold Burley to George Villiers for...
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Prebendal House Empingham…
This month we’re taking a peep within the walls of the four acres of formal gardens at Empingham’s Prebendal House,...
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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...
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The Duke of Buccleuch’s Great Estate
Boughton House is the family seat of Richard, Duke of Buccleuch and Queensberry. Here, the country estate’s property manager Charles...
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A Flask of Tea with Julia Bradbury
Rutland’s Julia Bradbury has always enjoyed a special relationship with the great outdoors, but since a breast cancer diagnosis in...
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Say Hello to Rutland’s New MP Alicia Kearns
The first day in a new job is always a pretty daunting prospect, but imagine walking into The House of Commons...
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Stephen & Viv’s Race Across the World
Uppingham couple Stephen & Viv have been reliving memories of their once-in-a-lifetime trip across the world as participants in the...
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Nevill Holt Festival 2026
This summer, over 25,000 people are expected to enjoy 60 different events at the 2026 Nevill Holt Festival. From opera...
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What is Wild Rutland?
A full planning application has been submitted for the creation of an ambitious nature-inspired tourism destination covering 1,000 acres. Wild Rutland...
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It’s Better to Travel: Paula and Martin Brunt
According to the old saying, it’s better to travel than to arrive. In fact, sometimes the journey – rather than...
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Who is Joseph Valente?
What a difference a decade makes. At 15, expelled from school. At 25, taking the top job after an appearance...
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Telling the Story of Burghley
A brand new book telling the story of Burghley House offers a beautifully presented guide to Stamford’s Elizabethan country house....
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Restaurants in Rutland and Stamford: The Six Bells at Witham on the Hill
This month we’re enjoying a return visit to The Six Bells, a country pub restaurant which retains its long-standing Michelin...
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Restaurants in Rutland and Stamford: The White Hart, Ufford
A great setting, a genuinely warm welcome and really nice quality pub restaurant dining are the hallmarks of The White Hart...
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Restaurants in Rutland and Stamford: The Lake Isle, Uppingham
This month we’re celebrating 25 years of consistency, exceptional dishes and the warmest welcome every single time. Richard and Janine...
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Restaurants in Rutland: Cloisters
The presence of romance may be in doubt, but the availability of exceptional European dining is unquestionable. Now under new...
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Restaurants in Rutland & Stamford: Blossoms
A happy new year is guaranteed for diners at Blossoms in 2026 with new Executive Head Chef Lee Clarke. He’s now...
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Relax at Walcot Wellness
There’s something quietly transformative happening at Walcot Wellness this season: a wild sauna experience to benefit body and mind Tucked...
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Moving On: Stamford Musician Johnny Kerry
Local jazz and pop singer/songwriter Jonny Kerry presents his latest album, Moving On… nostalgic, timeless and utterly heartfelt, it’s rich...
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The Leicester Space Centre: Artemis and Beyond
This year represents two milestones in space exploration, one of which is 384,400 km away, one is somewhat closer to...
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Art in Stamford: Jane Hindmarch
This month, we’ve a preview of local artist Jane Hindmarch’s new exhibition of canvases and sculpture at Stamford Arts Centre....
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Tintype Photography
This month we’re going back to the early days of vintage photography with James Millar, founder of The Tintype Studio...
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Bespoke Rutland
Add space and light to your home, even a listed building or one situated in a conservation area. See the...
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Sarah Harding Interiors
25 years of Exceptional Interior Design: For over a quarter of a century, Sarah Harding Interiors has enjoyed excellent working...
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Fairfax & Favor: Inventing Rural Vogue
From childhood friends to the creators of one of Britain’s most coveted brands. Marcus Fairfax Fountaine and Felix Favor Parker...
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A Helping Hand from Stocks Financial Management
This month we’re meeting James Smith, a long-term admirer of Rutland who has finally relocated to the county and established...
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Health & Beauty in Rutland at Calveo
As the saying goes, if we were all the same, life would be boring. Individuality is precious. And yet, in...
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Stamford International Music Festival
A joyful and moving celebration of chamber music returns to Stamford, as Freya Goldmark’s Stamford International Music Festival brings together...
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Jason Donovan: Doin’ Fine Encore
He’s the Aussie hearthrob who’s ageing like fine wine… from a starring role in sunny soaps to a pop career...
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Oakham RFC Burns Night
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Discover Rutland Ball
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Festival of Remembrance
Rutland’s fourth Festival of Remembrance took place at Rutland Hall Hotel last month, organised by Lord-Lieutenant Dr Sarah Furness and...
