Walk Details
Rutland may be the smallest county in England – but it packs a punch when it comes to natural beauty. Rutland Water is a reservoir teeming with wildlife. This walk takes you along the south shore.
We start at the car park and take the path on your left along the shoreline of Rutland Water. You’ll want to pause along here and admire the view out across the water.
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You’ll pass Rutland Golf Course before reaching the tranquillity of the nature reserve. Keep an eye out here for birds of prey – especially the now famous Osprey colony that live here.
At the Visitor Centre, take the road up past the Camping & Caravanning Club Accredited Site. Then continue on until you reach Rutland Nursery Cafe. If you’re in need of some refreshment – you can get a cuppa and a delicious slice of cake here (there’s also a fabulous shop) – or if you’d prefer something a little stronger, head along the road to Edith Weston and the Wheatsheaf Inn for a refreshing pint!
This is where our walk finishes. If you’re walking with friends you could arrange to leave a car here before you set out so you can get back to where you started, or perhaps retrace your steps back to your car.
The path on this walk is suitable for wheelchairs and bikes. If you have a dog with you – please ensure that they are under control around the nature reserve.
Nearest Train (or tube) Station(s):
Oakham, Stamford
