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festival 2018 26/30 SEPTEMBER

“The best science and arts festival in the world”. Professor Valerie Gibson Gravity Fields Festival Patron Newton festival promises voyages of discovery International science, arts, heritage, drama, stunning outdoor theatre and world class speakers come together in September for another superb Gravity Fields Festival (26-30 September).

Its ‘Voyages of Discovery’ theme allows organiser South District Council to illustrate the world-changing discoveries of Sir , locally born and educated and the festival’s inspiration.

It also provides a botanical link to illustrious naturalist, botanist and patron of the natural sciences Sir Joseph Banks who, like Newton, was President of The Royal Society.

Events in and around Grantham will deliver something for everyone, with a mix of serious and fun science high on the programme and a free Saturday evening spectacular in the town centre set to attract thousands of people. www.gravityfields.co.uk For more information visit www.southwestlincs.com

Visitor Guide and Stamford Accommodation hether you have a day, a weekend or longer to explore, our corner of Lincolnshire has got Wsomething for everyone. Characterised by historic market towns and picturesque villages scattered across outstanding countryside, South West Lincolnshire is a great place to visit. You’ll be spoilt for choice for accommodation, from five star luxury to cosy country cottages. Our location and 30 AUGUST - 2 SEPTEMBER excellent transport links mean that the region is easy to LAND ROVER BURGHLEY explore on foot, by bike or by car. HORSE TRIALS With castles and stately homes, arts centres and a lively World class equestrian action festival scene, you’ll never be short of things to do. People and so much more. Shop come from far and wide to events; from the famous Land til you drop at 600-plus niche Rover Burghley Horse Trials, to the Gravity Fields science, units in a glorious arts and heritage festival. parkland setting. Our historic market towns boast delightful eateries, burghley-horse.co.uk coffee houses and niche shops. Find ancient hostelries and great village throughout the area. Grantham Come and stay a while, you’ll love it. Gateway to Lincolnshire 4-7 ■ Visit Stamford 8-11 ■ Visit Grantham 12-15 ■ Visit Bourne 16-17 ■ Visit The Deepings 18-19 ■ Visit Rutland 20 26 - 30 SEPTEMBER Celebrations beckon for RAF 100 21 GRAVITY FIELDS FESTIVAL Science and art has never Accommodation - where to stay 22 been so much fun. See Hotels and Inns 24-25 amazing venues for a fantastic programme of events for all Guest Houses, Farm Houses & B&Bs 25-29 the family. Self Catering 30-35 gravityfields.co.uk Camping and Caravanning 35 Cover picture: Browne’s Hospital, Stamford www.southwestlincs.com 3 -

Gatewayitting at the southern gateway to to Lincolnshirebreweries. Lincolnshire, our area is one of beautiful As a traditional route from to York Scountryside with delightful and attractive and beyond, the A1 gives easy access to a contrasts, bursting with quintessential district which typifies the British way of life, English heritage, history, amazing places to its peculiarities and a wealth of tradition. stay – and great food. By rail, Grantham itself is just an hour from South Kesteven’s stone towns have London’s Kings Cross station. historic centres that have been unchanged Once here, the district offers a rare for centuries, spawning their own traditions, chance to get away from it all, with quiet markets and festivals. lanes linking villages, just inviting a good Where else can you find a scarecrow walk or cycle ride. festival, a traditional sheep fair, wonderful Many local pubs offer boutique gardens, castles, historic houses, an artisan accommodation. chocolatier, the birthplace of arguably the Our churches are legendary, from world’s greatest scientist, and ’s Stamford’s dreaming spires to the finest stone town? magnificence of St Wulfram’s Church in The countryside is home to delightful Grantham, a visitor attraction in its own villages, many with traditional country pubs right, and the country churches honouring serving quality local produce, washed down the fallen from two world wars. by artisan beers brewed in local micro- Stay in magnificent hotels, from the

Beautiful countryside typifies the area 4 www.southwestlincs.com What’s On

SAT 26 - SUN 28 MAY George Hotel in Stamford to the country Stamford Antiques, house splendour of Hall. Collectors & Vintage Fair Rutland Water, one of the largest man made lakes in Europe, lies just to the west of SUN 3 JUNE Stamford, with a multitude of leisure pursuits Rutland County Show including watersports, cycling, fishing and bird watching. SAT 9 - SUN 10 JUNE No stay in Stamford is complete without a Stamford Food Festival & Craft Beer Festival visit to Burghley House, one of the largest and grandest of the first Elizabethan Age, with its SAT 4 - SUN 5 AUGUST orangery, restaurant, gift shop, gardens and in the Blitz beautiful walks around the historic Capability Brown designated parkland. SUN 26 AUGUST Ellys Manor at is a true Stamford Classic Car heritage gem, a 15th century wool merchant’s Show Manor House, with fabulous late medieval wall paintings. WED 26 – SUN 30 SEPT Easy to get to, charmingly English in so Gravity Fields Festival many ways and with a warm welcome to all, South Kesteven awaits you. Newton’s Trail Get off the beaten track with a specially- mapped Newton’s Trail through Sir Isaac Newton’s heartland, wending its way from his birthplace at Woolsthorpe through delightful villages to . Stop at Easton Walled Gardens, Castle and great pubs such as the Cholmeley Arms and The Griffin Inn. Drive, cycle or walk, the choice is yours. southwestlincs.com/ gardens-walks Mist on the at Stamford www.southwestlincs.com 5 Places to visit in and around South Kesteven

the public on selected days from March to October 2018. 6. BURGHLEY HOUSE Burghley House is a magnificent Tudor mansion, built by Sir William Cecil in the

Fred Cholmeley Fred 16th century. Houses major works of art, with a superb 1. 3. EASTON WALLED orangery, Garden of Surprises Birthplace of Sir Isaac GARDENS and sculpture garden. Newton, this Nestled in a beautiful rolling burghley.co.uk property opens Newton’s valley, with 12 acres of home to the public and historic gardens that have captivates visitors with a been lovingly transformed Science Discovery Centre. from dereliction into a See the very apple tree that stunning panorama. Gift triggered his theory of gravity. shop and tearoom. nationaltrust.org.uk/ visiteaston.co.uk woolsthorpe-manor 7. MANOR A stately home built by local merchant Gregory Gregory - to have one more room than ! It stages an Annual Open Day in July and hosts tours by appointment. harlaxton.co.uk 2. 4. GRIMSTHORPE CASTLE Belton House is the busiest A beautiful, crennellated 8. TOLETHORPE HALL National Trust attraction in stately home set in stunning 50TH ANNIVERSARY the . Built in countryside. Just 10 minutes STAMFORD SHAKESPEARE 1685 for Lord Brownlow, it from the A1, with cycle COMPANY has been described as the hire, adventure playground One of England’s premier most complete example of and events all through the alfresco theatre venues. a typical English country summer. Open March to June, July and August house. It has 25 rooms open September. Shakespeare’s The Merchant to the public, formal gardens, grimsthorpe.co.uk of Venice a maze and a woodland July and August adventure playground. 5. BELVOIR CASTLE The Merry Wives of Windsor nationaltrust.org.uk/ The ancestral home of the June, July and August belton-house Dukes of Rutland for almost Sheridan’s The School for Scandal a thousand years. Open to stamfordshakespeare.co.uk

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StamfordIMMERSE YOURSELF IN THE GEORGIAN ERA IN ENGLAND’S ‘FINEST STONE TOWN’

ith its honey-coloured stone and town’s annual food and drink festival, a three- cobbled streets, narrow alleyways day antiques, collectors and vintage fair, Wand hidden courtyards, Stamford is a classic car show and music festival. wonderfully picturesque and relaxing place The vibrant Stamford Arts Centre was to escape the everyday and spend some built in 1768 and is one of the oldest – and quality time. finest - provincial theatres in England. It’s No wonder it was named the ‘Best place where you’ll find the Tourist Information to live in Britain’ by The Sunday Times in Centre, providing accommodation 2013. information, walking books, town trails and Whether you’ve got a couple of hours or a guide books, and arrange guided Blue Badge few days to spare, you’ll soon lose yourself walks. Stamford’s ever-popular Ghost Walks in the town’s enviable collection of niche start from the Arts Centre. shops, tea rooms, eateries and designer Browne’s Hospital on Broad Street is one boutiques. There’s a bustling Friday market, of the best preserved medieval almshouses with a farmers’ market every fortnight. in the country. The Meadows plays host to family- The Arts Centre plays a key role in the day friendly community events including the and nightlife enjoyed by the local community

Stamford’s legendary riverside meadows St Martin’s Church, Stamford 8 www.southwestlincs.com Did you know? Market day every Friday

Farmers’ market every fortnight

› Stamford was the film location for the BBC’s Middlemarch period drama.

› Stamford became the country’s first conservation town and visitors alike. It hosts exhibitions, in 1967. workshops, live theatre, films and satellite screenings of internationally acclaimed performances and a live comedy club in The Cellar Bar every month. Follow Stamford’s special maps - available from the Arts Centre - before finishing off the evening at a pub to enjoy some of the town’s vibrant live music scene Visitors to Stamford can’t help but notice its architectural legacy; it has retained whole streets entirely made up of Georgian houses, attracting tourists to see the backdrop to much-loved period dramas like Middlemarch and Pride and Prejudice. Proclaimed by Sir Walter Scott as ‘the › finest stone town in England’ and boasting Daniel Lambert – then over 600 listed limestone buildings, Britain’s fattest man - died in Stamford in 1809. including five medieval churches in the town centre, Stamford was proud to be named › Stamford’s recorded the country’s first conservation area in 1967. history goes back well over 1,000 years.

› In the 13th Century, was one of the 10 largest towns in England, complete with a castle, 14 churches, two monastic institutions and four friaries.

› Parliaments met in the town and a tradition of academic learning led to a short-lived university in Top quality local food the mid 14th century. www.southwestlincs.com 9 Places to visit in and around Stamford 5 ST. MARTIN’S ANTIQUE CENTRE 23a High Street, St. Martins, PE9 2LF An extensive centre, with over 70 dealers. 01780 481158 info@st-martins- 1 BROWNE’S HOSPITAL antiques.co.uk Broad Street, PE9 1PF www.st-martins-antiques.co.uk Almshouse built in 1475, original furniture and stained glass. 6 CORN EXCHANGE 01780 763153 THEATRE www.brownes.org.uk Broad Street, PE9 1PX C DDO K PA Refurbished almost entirelyE by H 2 STAMFORD TOWN HALL volunteers with a wideT range St. Mary’s Street, PE9 2DR of arts events from local P This historic building was amateur and professional 3 purpose-built in 1728 and companies. P houses an extensive 01780 766455 collection of regalia. Free www.stamfordcorn i guided tours available. exchange.co.uk P 01780 753808 P 7 STAMFORD GUIDED TOWN WALKS With Jill Collinge, Blue Badge Guide. Discover why Stamford is recognised as one of the finest stone towns in Britain. For private or group guided walks, ask at the Arts Centre or 3 ALL SAINTS BREWERY call Jill on P All Saints’ Street, PE9 2PA 01780 729076 Restored Victorian steam [email protected] brewery with award-winning www.stamfordtours.co.uk fruit beers. 01780 752186 8 DISCOVER STAMFORD Heritage Room, 4 STAMFORD ARTS Stamford Library, High Street, PE9 2BB CENTRE Explore the charm and P St. Mary’s Street, PE9 2DL architecture that made Drawing on a rich heritage Stamford England’s dating from the eighteenth i first conservation town. century, Stamford Arts Centre 01522 782010 aims to provide the best in www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/ live arts. stamfordlibrary 01780 763203 www.stamfordartscentre.com 10 www.southwestlincs.com Places to visit in and KEY: Church around Stamford Toilets Railway Station Bus Station P Parking i Tourist Information and Arts Centre

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P STAMFORD TOWN HALL i FRIDAY TOURS (FREE) Our ancient Town Hall welcomes visitors every Friday to hear about Stamford’s historic but barbaric Bull Run and see the Mayor’s Parlour, priceless civic regalia, the court room, Malcolm Sargent Room ... and even the old gaol cells! stamfordtowncouncil.gov.uk www.southwestlincs.com 11 For more information, please visit www.southwestlincs.com

GranthamWALK IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF SIR ISAAC NEWTON IN LINCOLNSHIRE’S FIRST TOWN rantham has always been synonymous country, a 14th century crypt and a chained with travel and as a perfect place to rest library housed in the priest’s room. Enjoy the Gand recuperate. visitor centre in the north porch or one of the Today the town is well known for its regular concerts and choral performances. proximity to the A1 and rail links, but it’s so Grantham Museum has a permanent much more than a stopping off-point. It’s a exhibition dedicated to one of the town’s fabulous, historic destination in its own right. most famous daughters and the country’s Grantham enjoys a rich history. It lies first female Prime Minister, Margaret close to an ancient Roman road and was, Thatcher. in 1643, the scene of ’s first Another first was Edith Smith, the first win over the Royalists during the English female police constable in England to be Civil War, at Gonerby Moor. given full powers of arrest in 1915. Mentioned as a Royal Manor in the The biennial Gravity Fields Festival , Grantham was a stopping (26-30 September 2018) is a highlight in the place for kings and nobleman. The Angel town’s events calendar. Sir Isaac Newton was and Royal Hotel in the High Street is one born just south of Grantham at Woolsthorpe of the oldest surviving English inns and was Manor and went to King’s School in the town originally built as a hostel for the Knights’ from the age of 12 to 17, before attending Templar. Trinity College, Cambridge in 1661. Beautiful St. Wulfram’s Church has the The Guildhall Arts Centre is the town’s highest spire of any medieval church in the hub for community activities, performances

St Wulfram’s Church, Grantham The Angel and Royal Hotel in Grantham 12 www.southwestlincs.com Did you know? Market day every Saturday Farmers’ market every fortnight

› Grantham is the largest town in South Lincolnshire.

› The town picked up two accolades within as many weeks when and the local arts scene and promotes larger it was named as one of events for ‘Meres Live’ - held at the Meres the top commuter towns Leisure Centre and boasting sell-out events in the country with good value property and one for some of entertainement’s biggest names. of the best towns to live As well as championship standard 18- in Britain. hole golf courses, smaller rural courses and unrivalled countryside for walking, riding and › Originally known for its cycling, the town boasts splendid parks and engineering heritage, open spaces. the Grantham of today A traditional Saturday street market is offers outstanding complemented by a prosperous farmers’ education opportunities market on the second Saturday of each and a wonderful quality month. Grantham’s cafe culture is going of life. from strength to strength, with specialist cafés thriving alongside restaurants and hostelries for every palate and budget. Foodies from far and wide travel to to dine at the award-winning ‘Harry’s Place’ – renowned as the smallest restaurant in the Michelin Guide. Book early!

› Grantham is famous for its gingerbread. Grantham Town FC is known as The Gingerbreads.

› Wyndham Park, which attracts more than 850,000 visitors a year, secured its 6th successive Green Flag Award-winning Wyndham Park award in 2017. www.southwestlincs.com 13 Places to visit in and around Grantham

5. WYNDHAM PARK 1. ST. WULFRAM’S Hill Avenue, NG31 9BB CHURCH Wyndham Park has been Church Street, NG31 6RR awarded the prestigious St Wulfram’s Church is a Green Flag status for a sixth 13th century church, with one consecutive year. of the finest steeples in the www.wyndhampark country at 282 feet. grantham.co.uk 01476 561342

2. GRANTHAM HOUSE Castlegate, NG31 6SS This handsome town house dates from 1380, with architecture from various eras and a walled riverside garden. Access by appointment. www.nationaltrust.org.uk i 3. GRANTHAM MUSEUM St Peter’s Hill, NG31 6PY Grantham Museum was founded by local dignitary Henry Preston in the early 20th century. 01476 568783 www.granthammuseum.org.uk 6. THE GUILDHALL ARTS 4. MARGARET CENTRE AND TOURIST THATCHER’S BIRTHPLACE INFORMATION DON’T 2-6 North Parade, NG31 8AN St. Peter’s Hill, NG31 6PZ MISS! Birthplace and childhood home This Victorian building is set in of , Britain’s the heart of the town. Today it first female Prime Minister. Now is a lively arts centre, with operating as Living Health. theatre, music and workshops. Her place of worship was the 01476 406158 Methodist Church on Finkin www.guildhallartscentre.com Street. 14 www.southwestlincs.com 1 5

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26 - 30 September 2018 GRAVITY FIELDS, Grantham The biennial Gravity Fields Festival creatively explores the physical sciences through science, arts and heritage events, celebrating the area’s close links with one of the world’s greatest thinkers, Sir Isaac Newton. gravityfieldsfestival.co.uk

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BourneENJOY A TRIP BACK INTO MOTOR RACING HISTORY thriving market town with ancient roots, Graham Hill and Jackie Stewart at the wheel Bourne has a charm all of its own. of Bourne-manufactured Formula 1 cars. SignificantA regeneration has added a spring Renowned for its open spaces, parks to Bourne’s step, with a variety independent and woodland and with 71 listed buildings, shops lining the streets and a traditional Bourne has a pleasant setting with attractive market on Thursdays. countryside and villages to visit. Close to Visitors to Bourne can browse to their the town is one of the best walking areas hearts’ content on account of the free in the district – Bourne Wood – a Forestry parking in the town – a rare treat these days. Commission-owned remnant of the wild The Heritage Museum is a popular wood that cloaked England after the last visitor attraction in Baldock’s Mill, Bourne’s ice age. With miles of accessible, well- only remaining mill of the three listed in the marked tracks and a large picnic area, it’s Domesday Book, complete with its new mill the perfect place to enjoy some fresh air and wheel. exercise. The museum brings history to life, To the west, Grimsthorpe Castle from the water and railway industries to is open from April to September. Built agriculture, wartime memorabilia and in 1540 for a visit by Henry Vlll, it has Raymond Mays, Bourne’s most famous magnificent state rooms with collections, racing driver. Known worldwide as the tapestries and paintings, 3,000 acres of birthplace of motor racing, the town landscaped parkland, gardens, an adventure celebrates a motor racing heritage that saw playground, cycle trail and hire shop.

Bourne Town Centre The Bowthorpe Oak

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Market day every Thursday

Places to visit in and › ‘Bourne’ comes from the Anglo Saxon meaning ‘water’ or ‘stream’ and it around Bourne has been a thoroughfare since of the Romans. Bourne Heritage Centre Baldock’s Mill, 21 South Street, PE10 9LY › Once a working mill, now a heritage centre. One Bourne is reputedly floor devoted to Raymond Mays, with British Racing the birthplace of both Motors (BRM) Cups. Other displays feature the , heritage of Bourne and Charles F Worth. leader of the local 01778 422775 resistance to the of The Bowthorpe Oak Bowthorpe Park Farm, Manthorpe, nr. Bourne England. An ancient hollow oak tree with massive girth – as featured in the Guinness Book of Records and also › Bourne is the birthplace mentioned in the Domesday Book. Seasonal visitor of Charles Worth, the centre. www.bowthorpeparkfarm.co.uk fashion designer who founded the House of Bourne Woods Worth (foremost fashion An attractive Forestry Commission woodland with a picnic area. Other woods in the area include Twyford house of the 19th and Wood near and Morkery Wood. early 20th centuries) and 0300 067 4448 is considered by many www.forestry.gov.uk fashion historians to be the father of haute Grimsthorpe Castle couture. Grimsthorpe PE10 0LY Built in 1540 for a visit by Henry VIII. State rooms with collections, tapestries and paintings. Landscaped parkland, gardens, adventure playground, cycle trail, hire shop and events. 01778 591205 www.grimsthorpe.co.uk

Bourne Corn Exchange Located in Abbey Road. See shows or hire out the hall for events and activities. 01778 423579 www.southkesteven.gov.uk/bournecornexchange › Raymond Mays was awarded the MBE as a Bourne Outdoor Swimming Pool ‘veritable giant of motor Abbey Lawns, Abbey Road, Bourne, PE10 9EP sport, who put the town 01778 422063 www.bourneoutdoorswimmingpool.org on the world map.’

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TheCHARMING VILLAGES WELLDeepings WORTH A VISIT estling beside the River Welland, on the popular events such as The Deepings southern borders of South Kesteven, Carnival and Parade (Sunday 1 July), The Nsits the town of Market Deeping and the Deepings Raft Race (Sunday 5 August), villages of , and the annual Duck Race (Sunday 2 and Langtoft. September). Collectively known as The Deepings, The beautiful Grade 1 listed Church of St there is a wealth of local history to explore Guthlac appeals to visitors and locals alike. alongside the trappings of modern day life. There is an Antiques and Craft Centre Now considered one of best districts to open to the public seven days a week, with live in, according to a Halifax Quality of Life antique furniture, books, pictures and lots survey. more. There are notable inns, award-winning An ancient village at restaurants and a good range of Deeping St James was converted into the independent cafés and shops, as well as local lock-up in 1819 - with enough room stunning countryside to explore. Market inside for three disorderly persons! Deeping’s market is held every Wednesday. The magnificent church of St James Home to charming 17th century stone in Deeping St James is actually the nave buildings, Market Deeping developed of a Benedictine priory, home to monks around the original commercial use of the from nearby Thorney Abbey in 1139. Many river. It is still a major asset providing scenic periods of architecture are represented here, walks and hosting some of the town’s including a rare 18th century tower.

Stone antiquity in The Deepings Peace on the river

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Market day every Wednesday

› Woolly mammoths Places to visit in and once roamed the low- lying land around The around The Deepings Deepings – a Saxon name meaning deep places. A 10,000 year- Market Deeping old tusk was found in a Antiques Centre claypit in 2004. 50-56 High Street, Market Deeping, › The Deepings is now PE6 8EB 01778 380238 considered one of best districts in which to live. Lakes Leisure Park › The Deepings has an Road, Tallington, annual Raft Race along nr. Stamford, PE9 4RJ the river (Sun 5 August). Water sports, climbing tower, dry slope skiing and krazy karts are available at Tallington Lakes, between › Stamford and Market Deeping. Home to fine 17th 01778 347000 century stone houses www.tallington.com and companies that do business across the Vine House Farm world. Deeping St. Nicholas, nr. Spalding, PE11 3DG › Farm walks and open days at Deeping St. Nicholas Attractions include the designed for people to visit the farm. View the triangular market place, conservation measures and bird life. featuring fine stone www.vinehousefarm.co.uk buildings and former coaching inns, and the Waterside Garden Centre 13th Century church of , Baston, PE6 9NY St. Guthlac, with two One of the largest and most progressive centres in the area with a full range of plants and gardening products, sundials on the tower. gifts, pet and aquatics, restaurant and coffee shop. 01778 560000 › From the early 19th www.watersidegardencentre.co.uk century until the very early 20th century there Deeping Leisure Centre was a distillery in Market Park Road, Deeping St. James, Peterborough, PE6 8NF Deeping, extracting 01778 344072 www.1life.co.uk essential oils and herbal medicines from plants - founded by local surgeons William Holland and William Page.

www.southwestlincs.com 19 VisitENGLAND’S SMALLEST COUNTYRutland HAS A LOT TO OFFER utland, with its charming market towns, Rutland Cycling and the Rdelightful villages and the watery expanse Rock Bloc of Rutland Water, is just on South Kesteven’s Whitwell Leisure Park, Whitwell, doorstep. Oakham, LE15 8BL Stay in historic Stamford and head west to 01780 460705 escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. [email protected] www.rutlandcycling.com Whether you’re into walking, cycling, sailing, bird watching, exploring or just relaxing, Rutland has Rutland Fly Fishing a tempting array of options. Adventures The quaint towns of Oakham and Uppingham The Lodge Barnsdale, North boast individual boutiques and a host of Shore, Rutland Water, LE15 8AB independent shops and restaurants. For antiques 01572 722422/07711 182853 and galleries, head to Uppingham. [email protected] Oakham Farmers’ Market is held on the third www.rutlandwaterflyfishing.co.uk Saturday of every month and its weekly market is on Wednesdays. Uppingham’s weekly market is Barnsdale Gardens held on Fridays. Barnsdale Nr. Exton, Rutland, One highlight is the ‘Discover Rutland LE15 8AH 01572 813200 Food and Drink Week’, showcasing Rutland’s www.barnsdalegardens.co.uk award-winning farms, restaurants, breweries and local food and beverage producers. Rutland Water Nature Reserve Tackle the great outdoors on foot or by bike, www.rutlandwater.org.uk with miles of accessible waterside routes. For longer distances, try the Rutland Round, a Visit Rutland 65-mile route taking in Oakham, Uppingham, www.discover-rutland.co.uk Eyebrook Reservoir, Ketton, Empingham and Thistleton. www.discover-rutland.co.uk All photographs were supplied by Discover Rutland

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SADDLE UP. Our equestrian guide includes everything from carriage driving to top class 20 www.southwestlincs.comshowjumping, eventing and our network of riding schools. www.southwestlincs.com CELEBRATIONS BECKON FOR RAF100

018 brings a unique chance for Bomber Command in WWII, Operations South Kesteven to join international Room for the 1943 Dambusters’ Raid 2celebrations marking the formation of the by 617 Squadron and HQ for American . airborne co-ordination for D-Day. RAF100 is a commemorative programme Stop amidst the wooded peace of tracing 100 years of aviation heritage, with Twyford Wood near Colsterworth and you South Kesteven proudly charting its own can imagine the roar of huge American unique milestones. transport aircraft carrying elite paratroopers A local programme of events is being behind enemy lines on the eve of D-Day drawn up to complement others across the itself. county as befits a district where aviation has WWI flying ace Captain Albert Ball left lasting memories. attended the King’s School in Grantham; RAF Harlaxton was home to the Royal just one more strand in a chequered local Flying Corps in the years running up to 1918 aviation history and housed airborne forces during WWII. All commemorative events, walks and In Grantham, St Vincent’s House has talks will be added to an RAF100 diary on aviation heritage in every stone; HQ for www.southwestlincs.com.

21 Key to facility symbols Non-smoking establishment/rooms Within one mile of coach stop TV in room Children welcome Satellite TV in room Swimming pool Telephone in room Health/fitness facilities Radio in bedroom Children’s play area CD player Cot available Tea/coffee facilities in room Highchair available Hair dryer in room Licensed premises Electric shaver point Evening meals available Electric shower Cater for special diets Trouser press/ironing facility ❄ Winter lets available Four poster bed Gas/electricity by coin meter Credit cards accepted Gas cylinder exchange Car parking Washing machine/laundry facilities Wi-Fi Well equipped kitchen Shopping Dishwasher Dog accepted by arrangement Microwave oven Passenger lift Fridge freezer Ground floor bedroom DVD player available Bedroom accessible by wheelchair users Linen included Central heating Toilets Cycles for hire Chemical toilet R Residents’ lounge Shower block Garden for residents’ use Electricity hook-up Conference facilities available Licensed bar on site Short break packages available Open fire/log burner Working farm Grocery hamper on request Within one mile of railway station Fishing

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Greetham Valley Hotel, Greetham, Nr Stamford 1

Wood Lane, Greetham, Oakham, Rutland LE15 7SN T. 01780 460444 E. [email protected] www.greethamvalley.co.uk Set in beautiful countryside, yet only one mile from A1. Thirty five spacious en-suite bedrooms, conference and banqueting rooms. Renowned for excellent dining and welcoming, friendly staff. Two championship golf courses on-site, plus other leisure facilities. Price range per room: £75 - £115 Rooms: double / twin: 35(e) ❄

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The Crown Hotel, All Saints Place, Stamford 2

All Saints Place, Stamford, Lincs PE9 2AG Knead Pubs T. 01780 763136 F. 01780 75611 E. [email protected] www.kneadpubs.co.uk Award winning town centre hotel beautifully appointed rooms with innovative features. A stunning bar and restaurant serving traditional locally sourced English food. Price range per room: £90 - £150 Rooms: double: 23(e) twin: 4(e) family: 1(e)

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The George of Stamford, Stamford 3

71 High Street, St.Martin’s, Stamford PE9 2LB Mr Paul Reseigh T. 01780 750750 / 750700 F. 01780 750701 E. [email protected] www.georgehotelofstamford.com Perhaps England’s greatest coaching inn, retaining charm & atmosphere whilst offering modern comfort. Forty five individually designed bedrooms are complemented by a superb restaurant and informal garden room. Price range per room: £130 - £360 Rooms: single: 6(e) double: 37(e) twin: 2(e)

Toft Country House Hotel, Toft, Nr Bourne 4

Toft, Nr Bourne PE10 0JT The Reid Family T.01778 590614 E. [email protected] www.tofthotelgolf.co.uk Twenty en-suite room hotel with own 18-hole golf course driving range/practice area. Conference & banquet room. Ample parking. Toft is eight miles from Stamford and three miles from Bourne. Licensed for marriage ceremonies. Hairdressers/beauty therapist and squash court. Price range per room: £69 - £109 Rooms: double/twin: 14(e) family: 3(e) honeymoon/single: 3(e)

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The White Hart, Ufford 5

Main Street, Ufford, Stamford, PE9 3BH T. 01780 740250 E. [email protected] www.whitehartufford.co.uk The White Hart is a 17th century village inn ideally located between Peterborough and Stamford. We have a cosy bar with two log burners, a restaurant, courtyard, garden and 12 en-suite bedrooms. Price: £80 per night (single), from £90 per night (double) Rooms: double/ twin: 8 (e) small double: 4 (e)

Kelling House, , Nr Grantham 6

17 West Street, Barkston, Nr Grantham NG32 2NL Mrs Sue Evans T. 01400 251440 M. 07771 761251 E. [email protected] www.kellinghouse.co.uk 18th century stone house on a quiet lane; close to A1 and Grantham main line station. Explore Belton House, Belvoir Castle, Burghley House, Lincoln Cathedral etc. Walkers & cyclists welcome. Evening meal/packed lunches by prior arrangement. Price range per room: £45 - £95 Rooms: twin/double: 1(e); double: 1(pb); single: 1(sh)

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5 North Road, Bourne 7

5 North Road, Bourne, PE10 9AP Judith Pearson T. 07933 686848 E. [email protected] Central Victorian property offering bed and breakfast. Delightful king size bedroom over- looking gardens. Adjacent private bathroom with bath and shower. Off road car parking, free WiFi and a TV is available in the guest sitting room. Price range per room: £75 (Payment for Stay: Cash or Cheque Only) Special Rates for Burghley Rooms: 1 Double (King Size Bed & Private Bathroom)

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The Barn, Folkingham, Nr Sleaford 8

Spring Lane, Folkingham, Sleaford NG34 0SJ Jane Wright T. 01529 497199 M. 07876 363292 E. [email protected] www.thebarnspringlane.co.uk Grade II listed barn in the quiet corner of a conservation village. Open log fires, underfloor heating, power showers. Home-made bread, sausages, free range rare breed hens and Jacob sheep. Secure locked parking. Price range per room: £55 - £80 Rooms: twin/double: 1(e) double: 1(e) single 1(pb) twin: 1(e) R ❄

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Castle Farm Guest House, Fotheringhay, Nr Stamford 9

Fotheringhay, Peterborough PE8 5HZ Stephanie Gould T. 01832 226200 M. 07762 516735 E. [email protected] www.castlefarm-guesthouse.co.uk Beautiful accommodation in perfect village location. Ideal for exploring the area or a home from home for the business traveller. Fifteen minutes from Peterborough, Stamford and Corby and five from . Price range per room: £45 (single) - £115 (family) Rooms: double: 2(e) twin: 1(e) family 1(e)

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Tudor Lodge Country House B&B, Harlaxton, Nr Grantham 11

Warren Lane, Harlaxton, Grantham NG32 1AP Jane & Nigel Capell T. 01476 577703 M. 07957 871731 E. janecapell@myhomeaway www.tudorlodgecountryhousebandb.co.uk Country House B&B in two acres. Five minutes to A1, A52, A607 and two miles south to Grantham mainline rail station. Two double en-suite, private dining and sitting rooms. Perfect location for tourist and business visitors. Price range per room: £50 - £100 Rooms: double: 2(pb)

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Pheasant’s Roost, Rutland Water 13

Lyndon Road, Manton, Oakham, Rutland LE15 8RN Jane Hollingsworth T. 01572 737800 M. 07751 821047 E. [email protected] www.pheasantsroost.com Beautiful new farmhouse luxury B&B overlooking the south shore of Rutland Water, offering plush designer ensuite rooms and a home grown, cooked breakfast. Ideally situated for Rutland Water and Stamford. Price range per room: Price from £109 - £159 Rooms: king: 2(e) super king / twin: 1(e) + dressing room, guest lounges: 2 R x 2 ❄

64 High Street, St Martin’s, Stamford 14

64 High Street St Martin’s, Stamford, Lincs, PE9 2LA Deborah Rimmer T. 01780 756611 M. 07722 831783 E. [email protected] https://sites.google.com/view/bnb64/home Cosy double ensuite rooms available in our home, dating from 1600’s. Close to George Hotel and all amenities. Prices start from: £70.00 for two people special rates for Burghley week Rooms: Up to 2 doubles (e) and one twin with private bathroom.

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Candlesticks Restaurant (with rooms), Stamford 15

1 Church Lane, Stamford PE9 2JU Manuel Pinto T. 01780 764033 E. [email protected] www.candlestickshotel.co.uk Popular historic restaurant, recommended in various good food guides, and has acquired an outstanding reputation in Stamford and district as the premier rendezvous for gourmets. High quality food, wines and service. Price range per room: £50 - £85 Rooms: single: 2(e) double: 3(e) twin: 3(e)

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Gwynne House B&B, Stamford 16

13 King’s Road, Stamford PE9 1HD M. 07747 615675 E. [email protected] www.gwynnehouse.co.uk Small family run bed and breakfast within six minutes walk to the beautiful town centre of Stamford. Bedrooms are either en-suite or with private shower room. Secluded mature garden, patio, pool and waterfall. Continental or English breakfast. Free Wi-Fi internet. Price range per room: £50 - £120 Rooms: double: 1(e) 1(pb) twin: 2(pb) Family: 1(pb) 3 STAR SELF ACCREDITED

Taku B&B, Nr Market Deeping 17

1 Manor Way, Langtoft, Peterborough PE6 9ND John & Genevieve Stocker T. 01778 347317 M. 07914 539805 E. [email protected] Cosy double room. Ideally suited for both business, travelers and vacationers with a private bathroom. Off road parking. Breakfast (continental or full english) is included in the price. Stamford, Peterborough, Oakham and Oundle are close by. Price range per room: £40 per person per night Rooms: double: 1(pb)

Magnolia House B&B, Stamford 18

8 Fox Dale, Stamford PE9 2UZ Mr and Mrs Lester T. 01780 756746 M. 07764 469995 E. [email protected] www.magnoliabedandbreakfast.co.uk A stylish and inviting BB in a quiet cul de sac, with parking, 10 mins walk from the Stamford town centre. A friendly welcome, a sound nights sleep followed by an aga cooked breakfast completes the delightful experience of Stamford. Free wifi. Price range per room: £50 - £85 special rates for Burghley Rooms: double: 1(e) twin: 1(e)

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Meadow View B&B, Stamford 19

Wothorpe Road, Stamford PE9 2LR Mark Thomas T. 01780 762133 M. 07833 972577 www.bedandbreakfast-stamford.co.uk Meadow View is a short walk from the town centre, Burghley House and the George Hotel. The contemporary town house offers luxurious en-suite accommodation. Locally sourced breakfasts. Price range per room: £65 - £120 Rooms: double: 3(e)

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PJ ZZZ at the Black Bull B&B, Stamford 20

Stamford Walk, Stamford PE9 2JE T.01780 480050 M.07736 948052 E. [email protected] www.pjzzz.co.uk You can be sure of a warm welcome and friendly service in a delightful listed building in the heart of historic Stamford. Continental breakfast available. Tea, coffee, TV, hairdryer, Wi-Fi and en-suite in all rooms. Price range per room: £42.50 - £120 special rates for Burghley week Rooms: single: 1(e) double: 2(e) twin: 1(e) family: 2(e)

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The Stamford Lodge B&B, Stamford 21

66 Scotgate, Stamford PE9 2YB Miss Gemma Larke T. 01780 482932 E. [email protected] www.stamfordlodge.co.uk A delightful guest house, set in the heart of the historic Georgian town of Stamford. Delicious cooked breakfasts. Price range: Double or twin £95 Single £75 Rooms: single/twin/double: 5(e)

30 Casewick Lane B&B, Stamford 22

Uffington, Nr Stamford PE9 4SX Denise Jarvis T. 01780 757392 M. 07767 125237 E. [email protected] Quiet rural location within two miles of Stamford town centre. Private twin room with up-to-the-minute facilities. Free Wi-Fi and freeview TV, walk-in power shower, off road parking. Traditional English breakfast, continental, or your choice welcome tray. Village pub/restaurant within easy walking distance. Price range per room: £50 - £85 special rates for Burghley week Rooms: twin: 1(e)

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Caudle House B&B, Market Deeping 23

43 High Street, Market Deeping, Lincolnshire PE6 8ED Peter and Hazel Dulieu T. 01778 347595 M. 07851 745783 E. [email protected] www.caudlehousebandb.co.uk This Georgian property is a small family run Bed & Breakfast. Restaurants and Bars close by. Convenient for trips to Stamford, Burghley House and Peterborough. Our Garden suite is great for families and our penthouse is perfect for wedding nights. Price range per room: £85 - £150 Rooms: double: 2 (pb) Twin: 1(pb) family 2 (pb)

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Glenhouse B&B, Bourne 24

Glenhouse, Manthorpe, Bourne, Lincolnshire PE10 0JE Liz Toseland T. 01778 590805 M. 07951 330959 E. [email protected] www.glenhousebedandbreakfast.co.uk Private self contained loft accommodation, with own entrance. Kitchenette with fridge/microwave/toaster/kettle. En-suite shower room. King size bed, tea and coffee. Complimentary juice/milk/water. Continental breakfast included. Price range per room: £75 - £125 special prices for Burghley Rooms: double: 1(e)

St Marys Place B&B, Stamford 26

2 St Marys Place, Stamford, PE9 2DN Patience Wisdon T. 01780 757079 M. 07732 671753 E. [email protected] www.stmarysplacestamfordbandb.co.uk St Marys Place is one of Stamfords finest Georgian town houses. Renovated to create an oasis of luxury within a stones throw of historic stamfords wonderful theatres, shops, restaurants and bars. Log fires and a warm welcome await you. Price range per room: £90 - £150 special rates for Burghley week Rooms: double: 1(pb) Twin: 1(e)

The Little Annex, Stamford 28

81 Drift Avenue, Stamford, PE9 1YJ Rachel Roffe T. 01780 753448 / 07975 676777 E. [email protected] www.thelittleannexstamford.co.uk Litterally self contained with private access. Private parking - your own outdoor space - TV and internet. Contemporary style double/twin room with bathroom. Continental breakfast included on a self catering basis. Twelve minutes walk to Stamford town centre. Price range per room: £50 - £65 Rooms: double: 1(e)

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Aunby Clematis Cottages 1-3, Nr. Stamford 30

Lodge Farm, Aunby, Stamford PE9 4EE Richard & Kaye Griffin T. 01778 590280 M. 07496 068702 E. [email protected] www.clematiscottages.co.uk Three individual spacious beautifully converted and furnished cottages, plus Farmhouse annex in an idyllic setting surrounded by flower gardens, orchard and wildlife ponds. Ample parking and high speed broadband. Long term lets available. Price range per week: £350 - £750 special rates for Burghley week Units: 3 bedrooms per unit: 1-3 sleeps min: 1 max: 15 ❄

Elderflower Cottage, Belmesthorpe Nr. Stamford 31

Meadow View, Shepherd’s Walk, Belmesthorpe, Stamford PE9 4JF Philip & Dawn Wilkinson T. 01780 757188 M. 07711 533204 E. [email protected] www.elderflowercottage.co.uk Delightful cottage set in its own grounds, overlooking water meadows of River Gwash. Close to Rutland Water, Stamford and picturesque villages. One double en-suite, two singles, linen, electric and welcome pack included. Cottage per week: £350 - £425 Special rates for Burghley Horse Trials Units: 1 bedroom per unit: 3 sleeps min: 1 max: 4 ❄

Old Rectory, Carlby Nr. Stamford 33

The Avenue, Carlby, Stamford PE9 4NA Patrick Cannon T. 07881 511734 E. [email protected] www.carlbyrectory.co.uk Two luxury stone buildings, The Stable and The Forge, with secure off street parking, heated floors, high-speed broadband, situated in a secluded garden, quiet and private. Price range: per night: £79 - £100 per week £395 - £595 Units: 1 bedroom per unit: 1 sleeps min: 1 max: 4 ❄

The School House, Burton-le-Coggles 34

Burton-le-Coggles, Grantham, NG33 4JR T. 01476 550227 E. [email protected] www.eastonholidaycottages.co.uk Perfect retreat for couples in a cosy, dog-friendly getaway. In the pretty village of Burton-le-Coggles within walking distance of its award-winning pub, The Cholmeley Arms. Price range per week: £400 - £650 Units: 1 double bedroom (pb)

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Rutland Lodges at Greetham Valley, Greetham, Nr. Stamford 37

Wood Lane, Greetham, Oakham, Rutland LE15 7SN T. 01780 460444 E. [email protected] www.greethamvalley.co.uk Luxury ecofriendly lodges set amidst 276 acres of rolling countryside. Ideal for Rutland Water, Burghley, Stamford and Oakham. Meals available on site at Greetham Valley Hotel. Perfect for golf, birdwatching, sailing, fishing, riding, walking, cycling - or simply relaxing. Price range per week: £525 - £835, Short breaks £335 - £535 Units: 8 bedroom per unit: 3 sleeps max: 6 + cot

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Honington Grange, Honington, Nr. Grantham 38

Frinkley Lane, Honington, Grantham NG32 2PS Wendy Coney T. 01400 259429 M. 07970 501699 E. [email protected] www.honingtongrange.co.uk 5* luxury accommodation in the beautiful Lincolnshire countryside. The old farm buildings featuring stone, oak and glass converted to create executive luxury apartments around a stunning courtyard making a great base for business, family break or romantic getaways. Price range per week: £380 - £890 Units: 3 bedrooms per cottage: 2 sleeps max: 4

Little Scotland Farm, , Nr. Grantham 39

Ingoldsby, Grantham NG33 4ES Mrs. Angela Jasinski T. 01476 585494 E. [email protected] A perfect base for your holiday to explore undiscovered Lincolnshire. Our farmhouse an- nexe is furnished and decorated to a very high standard. Central heating and linen included. Price range per week: £325 - £425 Units: 1 double, 1 twin ❄

The Gatehouse Lodge, Easton, Nr Grantham 40

Easton, Nr Grantham NG33 5AP T. 01476 550227 E. [email protected] www.eastonholidaycottages.co.uk A unique opportunity to stay in the beautiful Easton Walled Gardens, in a cosy, dog friendly cottage for two. Price range per week: £400 - £650 Units: 1 double (e) ❄

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Granary Cottage, , Nr. Grantham 41

The Farm House, Little Humby, Nr Grantham NG33 4HW Marion and John T. 01476 585311 E. [email protected] www.granarycottage.blogspot.com 18th century former granary, furnished to high standard. Old beams, woodburner and central heating. Situated off village green, close to owner’s farmhouse in pleasant rural hamlet. All inclusive, ample parking. Pub with restaurant one mile. Price range per week: £200 - £350 Units: 2 bedrooms sleeps max 3 people min 1 person ❄

No’s 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 + 9 The Lily Pad, Nassington, Nr Stamford 42

The Lily Pad, Northfields Lane, Nassington, Peterborough PE8 6QJ Jane Thorpe-Codman T. 01780 784394 M. 07833 680110 E. [email protected] www.stamfordcottages.co.uk + facebook Bespoke stone cottages and apartments. Indoor pool, any length of stay, ideal for guests with mobility issues. Function area for up to 50 guests. Resident chef available. Price range per week: £350 - £1500 (per night tariff available on request) Units: 8 Apartment/cottages from 1 bed up to 5 bed ❄

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Thistledown, Oakham 43

14 Alsthorpe Road, Oakham, Rutland LE15 6FD Cath & Rod Humphrey T. 01572 722445 M. 07504476999 E. [email protected] www.rutlandwaterselfcatering.co.uk Three bedroom property with private walled garden, garage and off street parking. Within walking distance of Oakham town centre, railway station and cycle track to Rutland Water. Price range per week: £250 - £503 Units: 1 double plus 2 single bedrooms sleeps 4 ❄

The Pyghtle, Rutland 44 Ketton Road, LE15 8TH Hambleton T. 01572 722445 M. 07504476999 E. [email protected] www.rutlandwaterselfcatering.co.uk In a secluded setting surrounded by open countryside with panoramic views over Rutland Water this wing of owner’s bungalow has been refurbished to a very high standard. It has its own garden and south facing patio. Price range: £280 - £626 Unit: 2 twin bedrooms plus additional double room if required R ❄

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No. 9 Burghley Lane, Stamford 46

9 Burghley Lane, Stamford PE9 2LT Jane Thorpe-Codman T. 01780 784394 M. 07833680110 E. [email protected] www.stamfordcottages.co.uk Next to Burghley Park, walking distance to Stamford, kitchen with dining and sitting room. Stamford’s longest established self-catering cottage. Any length of stay available, flexible check-in days. Cosy for two, convenient for eight. Price range per week: £400 - £1000 (per night tariff available on request depending on occupancy numbers) Units: 1 bedroom per unit: 4 sleeps min: 1 max: 8 R ❄

19 Church Court, Stamford 47

c/o 64 High Street, St. Martins, Stamford PE9 2LA Debbie Rimmer T. 01780 756611 M. 07722 831783 E. [email protected] www.sites.google.com/view/19churchcourt/home Self contained Victorian cottage. Open plan living area downstairs including well equipped kitchen. Parking for one car. Near the George of Stamford and Burghley Park and walking distance of all Stamford facilities. Flexible short breaks available. Price range per week: from £336 per week Units: sleeps 3 in 2 bedrooms (+ 2 on sofa bed) ❄

Hall Farm, Nr Peterborough 50

Hall Yard, Kings Cliffe, Peterborough PE8 6XQ Sarah Winfrey T. 01780 470796 M: 07906 502494 E: [email protected] www.hallfarmkingscliffe.co.uk A quiet village location offering three types of recently refurbished self-catering accommodation set around a beautiful stone courtyard. Comfortable quality living each with kitchen, dining, living, bedroom with one king-size or two single beds and bathroom/ensuite. Price range per week: £325 - £450 Units: 2. 1 bedroom per unit. Sleeps min: 1 max: 4 (2-3 day short stays available) R Over 12yrs only

Stretton Lakes, Stretton, Nr Oakham 51

Stretton, Nr Oakham, Rutland LE15 7QS Rachel Needham T. 01780 410507 E. [email protected] www.strettonlakes.co.uk Seven luxury log cabins with private hot tubs surrounded by woodland overlooking our fishing lakes. Ideally situated for Oakham and Stamford, close to award winning local pubs. Price range per week: £445 - £1025, Mini break £325 - £745 Units 3 x 2 bedroom sleep max: 6, 4 x 1 bedroom sleep max: 2 ❄

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Rest and be Thankful, Nr. Stamford 55

2 Old Sulehay Cottages, Wansford, Peterborough. PE8 6PA Mrs Kathryn Hibbins T. 01780 783082/07590 443426 E. [email protected] www.sulehaycottages.co.uk Originally one of three farm cottages built by the Apethorpe Estate in 1873, this delightful holiday property, sleeping four, attached to the owners’ home, offers a peaceful retreat with views across rolling countryside and all the comforts of a home from home. Price range per week: £400 or £85 per night. Fully booked for Burghley Horse Trials 2018. Units: double: 1(sh) kingsize 1(sh) ❄

Glen Cottage, , Nr. Stamford 56

15 Glen Road, Castle Bytham, Nr Stamford, NG33 4RJ Mike Wade T. 01780 410762 M. 07833 497495 E. [email protected] An idyllic rural retreat set in the delightful village of Castle Bytham. This cosy cottage has been lovingly converted to a very high standard. It is all on one floor with off-road parking, free Wi-Fi and welcome pack on arrival. (Includes comprehensive hamper). Burghley rates are £100 per night. Price range per week: £455 - £560 per week (£65 - 80 per night) Weekend/midweek breaks: £150 - £400 (£75 - £100 per night) Units: 1 bedroom per unit: 1 sleeps min: 1 max: 4 ❄

Manton Lodge Farm, Oakham, Rutland 57

Manton Lodge Farm, Lodge Lane,Manton,Oakham,Rutland LE15 8SS Mrs C Burnaby-Atkins T. 01572 737269 M. 07879 845096 E. [email protected] W. www.mantonlodge.co.uk Modern extension to Old Stone Farm House, situated in 100 acres of grass & woodland, with sensational views of Chater Valley. Beautiful gardens which are guests are invited to share. Midway between the historic market towns of Oakham and Uppingham, near Rutland Water. Price range per week: £350-£450 (Special Rates for Burghley Week) Units: 2 Apartments. Bedrooms per unit: 1 - Each Unit Sleeps max:2 ❄

Stibbington Centre, Peterborough 58

Church Lane, Stibbington, Peterborough PE8 6LP Rebecca Goff T. 01780 782386 E. [email protected] W. www.cees.org.uk StibbingtonCentre is an environmental education centre situated just 10 miles from Stamford. It is available for hire to groups of families and friends at weekends and during some school holiday periods, sleeping up to 38 in 12 bedrooms. Price range: £320-£350 per night for the whole centre Units: 12(sh)

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2 Wharf Road, Stamford, Lincs PE9 2DU Darren Grigas T. 07855 355706 E. [email protected] www.riverside-apartments-stamford.co.uk These unique grade 2 listed apartments date back to 1849 as The Bridge Tollgate Building. Newly refurbished to immaculate standards with original features displayed, the perfect centrally located spot to enjoy all the character and charm Stamford has to offer. Price range per week: £450 -£1050 per week Units: 4 apartments sleeps 1 – 6 in each apt ❄ Lincoln Camping 1and Caravanning

46 Low Farm Touring & Camping Park, Folkingham15 60 COLLINGHAM METHERINGHAM 46 Spring Lane, Folkingham, Sleaford, Lincs NG34 0SJ 15 Harriet Gibson617 T. 01529 497322 www.lowfarmpark.co.uk 17 Quiet andSOUTHWELL secluded park within a few minutes walkLEADENHAM of conservation village and its amenities. Idealy situated for touringNewark-on-Trent South Lincolnshire. 17

36 pitches for caravans/tents/campervans from £12 per night 46 CRANWELL

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17 38 153 HECKINGTON 6 OSBOURNBY 15 52 BOTTESFORD 607

52 52 52 Grantham 8 DENTON 41 606 11 60 FOLKINGHAM 16 607 39 15 1 46 VALE OF BELVOIR 40 53 WALTHAM 34 10 ON THE WOLDS COLSTERWORTH 151 48 7 151 Spalding

Melton Mowbray 56 Bourne 37 607 1 51 4 30 33 THURLBY 24 6121 15 1175 17 606 31 43 1 28 Market Deeping 2 26 22 23 Oakham 44 21 18 16 20 32 59 Rutland Water Stamford 5 57 13 3 14 27 47 KETTON 15 19 46 6003 6121 47 15 47 47 Uppingham 47 55 58 50 Peterborough 25 42

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605 1 CORBY 6003 43 35 Tourist Information STAMFORD TOURIST INFORMATION 27 St Mary’s Street, Stamford, PE9 2DL Open: Monday to Saturday 9.30pm – 5pm [email protected] 01780 755611

GRANTHAM TOURIST INFORMATION Guildhall Arts Centre, St Peter’s Hill, Grantham, Lincolnshire NG31 6PZ Open: Monday – Friday 9.30am to 5pm, Saturday 9.30am – 2pm [email protected] 01476 406166

This guide is proudly provided by Cultural Services, South Kesteven District Council, St Peter’s Hill, Grantham, Lincolnshire NG31 6PZ www.southkesteven.gov.uk 02420RT_12.17

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