Uppingham Market. ppingham is a small and very pretty English market town Queen Street (Horn Lane) which is packed with honey-coloured buildings and Uinteresting features. There are some wonderful historic When the southern direct route was opened in c1750, the London buildings within the town, and it is the site of one of the most Mail and other coaches were unable to negotiate Scale Hill (or prestigious public schools in England. Church Lane) to the West of the church. Horn Lane (now named At the heart of the town lies the Market Place, a fitting focal point Queen Street) was so named, as coaches would take this road into and home to local events and regular markets. the town in order to avoid the steep hill and would sound their A number of eateries and cafes can be found around the town, horns to alert the Falcon Hotel of their arrival; where food and a catering for a range of tastes and pockets, and there are plenty of good change of horses would be waiting. The arched doorway of the restaurants, traditional inns and cosy tea rooms. Falcon Hotel used to be where coaches would enter. The buildings situated in the High Street reflect the traditional unspoilt character of the town and it is where a wide range of Church of St Peter and St Paul architectural styles can be found; from the early 17th century to a Noted for its stained glass window and standing on the south side wonderful fountain from the Victorian age. of the Market Place is the Church of St Peter and St Paul. No churches in Uppingham are mentioned in the Doomsday Book but it is widely believed that this church was one of three attached to the royal manor of Ridlington. The existing building dates back to the 14th Century although many alterations have been made since then. Four pieces of late Saxon sculpture are all that now remain from the earliest church to occupy the site. Art and Antiques Uppingham is well known for the range of specialty shops and One of the traditional shops and cafes to be found on the High Street. traditional retailers found here and many shops are still family owned and run. It is a magnet for those with an interest in art; there are several excellent galleries to browse round featuring Local Retailers inspiring pieces worth large sums of money. Uppingham is also well Uppingham Antiques Centre known for its excellent antiques shops, there are several selling a 3 storeys of antique treasures for all budgets, from vast array of antique goods and collectables. fine furniture to tiny trinkets. 17 High Street East, Uppingham, Rutland, LE15 9PY 01572 822155 | www.uppinghamantiques.com Moores Estate Agents Helping both local and relocating buyers to find the right home. 2 Orange Street, Uppingham, Rutland, LE15 9SQ 01572 821935 | www.mooresestateagents.com There are a number of classic English bars and cafes around the town. One of the fantastic antiques shops in Uppingham. The Market Place Markets and Events Uppingham’s historic Market Place dates back to the 13th Century, Uppingham has a long history in entertainment, being the centre of when the sale of farmers produce and livestock became the mainstay activity in years gone by. There was bear dancing, cock fighting and of the town. The range of goods on sale included flour from the two an elephant house in the town. Nowadays the popular events are town windmills, cakes and pies. Cattle for sale were penned on Beast less controversial and include Uppingham Feast Day, a family fun Hill, pigs were situated at Hogs Hill and sheep were in the High event held in June as part of Rutland Festival Fortnight, Street. Once these were sold, horses would be tethered for sale and a Uppingham Fatstock Show, a traditional event in late tethering ring can still be seen on the wall of Uppingham Sports & November/early December - the only one of its kind to still be held Books. Today, a weekly market takes place every Friday with a in the town centre, and the Uppingham Christmas festivities are Farmers’ Market on the first Saturday of every month. always a favourite, showcasing local crafts and providing family Uppingham School entertainment to get you feeling festive. Uppingham has always been a location for markets and fairs, and Established in 1584 by Archdeacon Robert Johnson, Uppingham that still continues today with the weekly Friday market, the School is an attractive place of gateways and quadrangles set in 120 Farmers’ Market on the first Saturday of every month and the acres of beautiful countryside. Since the 17th Century, academic Christmas Market in December. success has secured pupils places at Oxford and Cambridge. Former pupils include TV chef Rick Stein and actor and comedian Stephen Fry. Whilst not open to the public, organised groups are taken on Uppingham market day with the Church of St Peter and St Paul behind. tours during school holidays. The original school building can be found behind the church. www.discover-rutland.co.uk Upp/ed5/Apr11’ www.discover-rutland.co.uk www.anglianwater.co.uk clte n h uln aia rainShm,visit Scheme, Creation Habitat Rutland the and acilities f (RAMSAR) site. For further information on Anglian Water leisure Water Anglian on information further For site. 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