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While the village of Stilton is renowned for its namesake cheese, production is restricted to Derbyshire, Leicestershire, and Nottinghamshire due to Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) regulations [1]. However, visitors can still immerse themselves in the cheese's rich history by visiting the Bell Inn, a historic coaching inn where Stilton cheese was first sold in the 18th century [2]. For a unique experience, plan your visit around the Stilton Cheese Rolling Festival, held every May, where participants roll wheels of cheese through the village streets—a delightful tradition celebrating the village's heritage. [1] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stilton_cheese [2] https://choosewhere.com/discover-stilton

The Oakham Market Cross or Buttercross is located just behind the town’s market place, where you can buy fresh produce and various other goods every Wednesday and Saturday.

From the village of Upper Hambleton there is a path that takes you round the peninsula. It is around 4m in length.

From the path around the reservoir there are great views across Rutland Water.

The spire of Oakham parish church dominates distant views of the town for several miles in all directions. The impressive west tower and spire, built during the 14th century[1] in the Decorated Gothic style, are slightly earlier in date than most of the rest of the exterior of the building, which (apart from some Victorian restoration) is in the Perpendicular style. Oddly, the south doorway and its porch seem to be the oldest parts of the church, the doorway probably dating from the early 13th century with the porch having been added later that century.[1]

The castle was built between 1180 and 1190 by Walkelin de Ferrers, lord of the manor of Oakham, and a great nephew of Robert de Ferrers, 1st Earl of Derby.[1] The Great Hall comprises a nave and two arcaded aisles, each with three large stone columns. There are a number of 12th-century sculptures decorating the hall including six musicians that are supported by the columns. The sculptures are carved from local stone quarried at Clipsham and are believed to have been made by masons who had also worked at Canterbury Cathedral.[2]

Fairly enjoyable walk. Although many miles spent walking by roadsides with limited/no view of the reservoir. People who follow this route (as I did), please be aware that around 2.7 miles in, the restricted access warning prevented any access of the route whatsoever (unless obtaining permission/key pass). This left me having to detour back up to the main road and added a further 1.5 miles onto my route and a couple of failed attempts trying to get back to the route again. This route is definitely more suited to cyclists, but worth the go on a nice day.

2-40 plumpton, mr Wilkie 😉

The castle was built between 1180 and 1190 by Walkelin de Ferrers, lord of the manor of Oakham, and a great nephew of Robert de Ferrers, 1st Earl of Derby. Entrance to the hall and grounds is free.

The spire of Oakham parish church dominates distant views of the town for several miles in all directions. The impressive west tower and spire, built during the 14th century in the Decorated Gothic style, are slightly earlier in date than most of the rest of the exterior of the building.

Great place for a picnic stop

The car park to the east of the castle makes a good starting point for rides in Rutland. Lots of cafes nearby. Sigma Sport cycle shop not far away too.

If something seems familiar to you about St.Peter's church in Brooke, it could just be that you're a fan of the 2005 adaptation of Pride & Prejudice, in which it was used for filming scenes as Mr. Collins' church.

If you're looking for something substantial, unfortunately no trace of the original priory buildings survive, only earthworks are left. Some fragments of the original buildings are thought to have been used in the present sixteenth century (privately owned) house, called "Brooke Priory". The Brooke Reliquary is a small casket that dates from the 13th Century. It originates from the workshops in Limoges, France and is believed to have held a saint's relics. The reliquary was discovered c.1805, after years of being concealed on the site of Brooke Priory, when building work was carried out in the cellar of Priory House. It is now on display in Rutland County Museum in Oakham.

Burrough Hill (210m) commands views over the surrounding countryside for miles around. A great place for a hill fort as discovered back in the early Iron age.

Great hiking spot. There's also a path closer to the waters edge

Generally the quietest part of the Rutland Water route. No facilities may contribute to this.

Peninsula provides an amazing overview of the landscape of Rutland Water

Oakham Castle probably doesn't fit the traditional image of a castle. What is now called Oakham Castle was originally the Great Hall of a much larger fortified manor house. This originally had many of the traditional features of a castle such as a curtain wall, a gatehouse and a drawbridge with iron chains. Oakham Castle is famous for the unique tradition that peers of the realm should forfeit a horseshoe to the Lord of the Manor of Oakham on their first visit to the town. 230 horseshoes currently decorate the walls of Oakham Castle, including the oldest from Edward IV dating to 1470.

Oakham Castle probably doesn't fit the traditional image of a castle. What is now called Oakham Castle was originally the Great Hall of a much larger fortified manor house. This originally had many of the traditional features of a castle such as a curtain wall, a gatehouse and a drawbridge with iron chains. Oakham Castle is famous for the unique tradition that peers of the realm should forfeit a horseshoe to the Lord of the Manor of Oakham on their first visit to the town. 230 horseshoes currently decorate the walls of Oakham Castle, including the oldest from Edward IV dating to 1470.