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Events around Rutland for 2010, more will be added during the year. Please check venue to confirm event
is on before making the trip. Don't forget to stay with us when you visit these events. For further details
Email : tourism@rutland.gov.uk or visit their website at www.discover-rutland.co.uk
Tiger Trophy at Rutland Sailing Club 6th and 7th February The Tiger Trophy is an annual national
sailing event run by Rutland Sailing Club for the charity The John Merricks Sailing Trust.
Tiger Trophy at Rutland Sailing Club Gibbet Lane, Edith Weston, Oakham, Rutland, LE15 8HJ
Spring Flower Fortnight at Barnsdale Gardens 15th to 28th February Come and enjoy Barnsdale at
this wonderful time of year as the Gardens burst into life. And you can enjoy a 10% discount off all
Hellebores purchased in the Barnsdale Nursery during this special fortnight. Winter garden admission: adult
£4.50, concession £3.50, child £1, family (up to 5) £10.50. Call 01572 813200 or visit www.barnsdalegardens.
co.uk for further details. Daily, 10am-4pm.
Mothers Day at Barnsdale Gardens 14th March Treat Mum to a wonderful day out at Barnsdale's famous
and beautiful gardens. With hundreds of bright spring blooms,the scent of flowering shrubs and a friendly
tea room serving lunches. Call 01572 813200 or visit www.barnsdalegardens.co.uk for further details.
Easter at Barnsdale Gardens 2nd April to 5th April Spring has sprung & barnsdale gardens is awash
with colour - drifts of daffoldils and hellebores,giant snowflakes and blossom in the trees.
Burghley House Easter Sunday 4th April Childrens Easter Egg Hunt. The Hunt will take children on a
trail around the Sculpture Garden and the Garden of Surprises, the conclusion of which will be the
collection of a proper size Easter Egg! Tel 01780 752451 for more details or visit www.burghley.co.uk
Signs of Spring at Rutland Water Nature Reserve Egleton, 16th April During April the reserve is
alive with the signs of spring. On this two hour guided walk we will be on the look out for newly
arrived summer migrants, spring flowers and possibly the first butterflies of the year. We'll then
have the opportunity to enjoy great views of the Ospreys on their nest. Cost £5 per person. Booking
essential, call 01572 770651.
East Midlands CICLE classic 25th April The East Midland CICLE Classic is Britain's most unique,
challenging and spectacular elite single day cycle road race.
Rutland Walking Week 1st May to 9th May Rutland walking week. A must if you appreciate walks with
stunning views.
Burghley Craft Fair 1st to 3rd May. Will host over 150 Craftsmen and Demonstrators, such as Artists,
Designers, Jewellery Makers, Wood Turners, Glass Blowers, Basket Makers and much much more, as well
as children's entertainment, string puppet shows and various Make and Take Areas. For information about
exhibiting at the Show and advance tickets please call Living Heritage on 01283 820548.
Braunston May Fair 3rd May Street market, craft stalls, vintage car display and refreshments
including hog roast, entertainment, jazz band and street performers.
Rutland County Show June Rutland county show for the people of Rutland and surrounding are's.
It provides a unique opportunity to appreciate what is great about Rutland.
Dambuster Triathlon 19th June Established in 2002 the Dambuster is a tough event consisting of
1.5km swim, 42km bike and 10km run.
Burghley House Festival of Surprises - Children's workshops 7th to 22nd August A two week
celebration of fun in the gardens with children's activities and workshops everyday including: Wacky
Creatures: Make wire sculpture animals or paint animal masks in the Sculpture Garden Classroom.
Tel 01780 752451 for more details or visit www.burghley.co.uk
Brtish Birdwatching Fair 'Birdfair' 2oth to 22nd August - Egleton Described as the birdwatchers
Glastonbury. This event encompasses the whole spectrum of the birdwatching industry.
The Grainstore Brewery Beer Festival 27th to 30th August Sample over 70 real ales and draught ciders
at the very popular and well attended event.
Burghley Horse Trials 2nd to 5th September The Land Rover Burgley Horse trials is one of the most
premier equestrian events on the international sporting calendar.
Christmas at Burghley House 1st November to 19th December Come and enjoy the build up to Christmas
at Burghley with shopping and festive food. The Gift Shop and the Orangery Restaurant will be open
from Wednesday to Sunday from 11am to 4pm with a wide range of gifts for all the family and warming lunches.
Tel 01780 752451 for more details or visit www.burghley.co.uk
Burghley House Christmas Festival 2nd to 5th december Come and enjoy the build up to Christmas at
Burghley with shopping and festive food. The ever popular Crafts for Christmas will be in the park
for four days with an array of gifts for all the family, whilst in the Stable Courtyard over 20
local producers will be selling locally reared meat, vegetables, cheese and bread. Plus cookery
demonstrations, carol singing and Christmas readings, there is something for everyone over the 4 day
Christmas Festival. Tel 01780 752451 for more details or visit www.burghley.co.uk
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