Barnsdale Gardens
Approx. 4-minute drive
Take a tour and see thirty-eight organic pocket gardens built on peat-free, creative principles.







Local attractions
Explore local attractions and activities in and around Rutland
Step beyond the hotel and see more of Rutland. From shoreline cycling to market town wandering and woodland walks, it’s all within easy reach, with Rutland Water guiding the way.
Approx. 4-minute drive
Take a tour and see thirty-eight organic pocket gardens built on peat-free, creative principles.
Approx. 15-minute drive
Explore the gardens for tranquil walks, modern sculptures and family fun.
Approx. 12-minute drive
A local staple for home inspiration, farm-shop produce, and a quiet coffee.
Approx. 18-minute drive
A hillside mill with a woodland puzzle trail and a simple, welcoming tea room.
Approx. 8-minute drive
An honest look at local life, from Jurassic finds to rural social history.
Approx. 10-minute drive
A working rural landscape of farming and forestry in the heart of the county.
Approx. 8-minute drive
Our local town, busy with traditional markets and heritage on every corner.
Approx. 15-minute drive
A charming spot for collectors, filled with family-run shops and antique finds.
Approx. 17-minute drive
Stone-built streets and quiet river banks perfect for a slow afternoon wander.
Approx. 1-minute walk
The shoreline path offers twenty-four miles of flat, easy-going space to move.
Approx. 10-minute drive
A stretch of sandy shoreline on the north shore for paddling and picnics.
Approx. 10-minute drive
Take a seat on the Rutland Belle for a slow, narrated tour across the water.
Approx. 10-minute drive
Try your hand at sailing or paddleboarding with help from the shoreline team.
Approx. 10-minute drive
A seasonal, inflatable obstacle course for those looking to get in the water.
Approx. 10-minute drive
One of Europe’s finest trout lakes for bank fishing or drifting in a motorboat.
Approx. 8-minute drive
A family-run farm a short walk from Oakham, home to a variety of animals.
Approx. 25-minute drive
A day of family energy with indoor and outdoor play for all ages.
Approx. 20-minute drive
Leisurely trails through the trees and open spaces for kids to let off steam.
Approx. 22-minute drive
Ancient woodland paths set among larch trees with space for a forest picnic.
Approx. 5-minute drive
A choice of two courses with panoramic views across the water to the church.
Approx. 12-minute drive
Forty-five holes of golf set within two hundred acres of rolling countryside.
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