Rutland is the smallest county in England, measuring just 16 miles
by 16 miles. The county has two historic market towns
Oakham and Uppingham, and 54 beautiful villages spread
across the rolling, rural landscape. At the county centre lies Rutland Water, an attraction
for the Normanton Church Museum, watersports and for family
recreation and outdoor enthusiasts alike. The British
Birdwatching Fair is held at the Egleton Nature Reserve
every August.
In the south lies Eyebrook reservoir, popular with anglers
and bird watchers. Among the villages there is Wing,
site of one of the last remaining turf maze and Clipsham
with the old Yew tree lined carriage drive to Clipsham
Hall. Also worth a visit are Oakham Castle and Rutland
County Museum in Oakham town centre.
Enjoy your visit and your golf in this historic part of England. |