Visitor Guide 2016

STAMFORD • GRANTHAM BOURNE • THE DEEPINGS • RUTLAND

Visitor 2016

Guide

& Accommodation

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Discover

the charming Heritage Vales of South West Lincolnshire The gateway to one of England’s largest and most enthralling counties, with beautiful rolling countryside bordering onto fertile fens combining historical houses and castles, ancient market towns and chocolate box villages.

Visit Stamford............................................................................ 4-7 Visit Grantham....................................................................... 8-11 Visit Bourne.......................................................................... 12-13 Visit The Deepings......................................................... 14-15 Visit Rutland.................................................................... 16 Aviation Heritage....................................... 17 Accommodation symbols....................... 18 Hotels and Inns ................................................... 19-21 Guest Houses, Farm Houses & B&B... 22-26 Camping, Caravan & Hostelling ......... 27 Self Catering................................................... 28-34

Tourist information Based within Stamford Arts Centre foyer and Grantham Guildhall foyer, the Tourist Information Centres are manned by professional and helpful staff who have an abundance of local knowledge about places to visit and stay, where to eat and what’s on in the area. You will also find a full range of souvenirs, guides, maps and postcards.

Call us in Stamford on 01780 755611 and Grantham 01476 406166

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Stamford

With over 600 listed buildings of mellow limestone there is so much to explore in the UK’s first conservation town.

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hen the head of Visit England reveals that Stamford is ‘in danger of becoming his very favourite tourism town’, it is undoubtedly one of the best endorsements you can get.

James Berresford said he was delighted to be back in town for the second Georgian Festival which was organised by South Kesteven District Council and attracted an amazing 53,000 people over the weekend.

He said: “To my mind Stamford offers a quintessential English heritage experience and it’s festivals like this that help put any district on the map. You are in danger of making Stamford my very favourite tourism town.”

The town is unusual in having whole streets entirely made up of Georgian houses, yet vibrant with modern life, and it’s an architectural legacy which has

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drawn innumerable film companies for classics such as Pride and Prejudice and Middlemarch.

It’s stone heritage has drawn many accolades over the centuries – and tourists from far and wide.

And it’s unique blend of history, niche shopping, stunning architecture and an overriding sense of community even won the supreme compliment from the Sunday Times Newspaper as ‘Britain’s top place to live’ (March 2013).

A vibrant Friday street market epitomises all that’s best about market towns, stretching along the High Street, Ironmonger Street and into Broad Street. And the regular farmers’ market offers produce traceability and a sales outlet for local food producers.

On a daily basis Stamford’s eating houses, pubs and food speciality shops

make its winding streets a voyage of gastronomic discovery. Its historic core is a perfect backdrop for businesses and niche retailers alike. It boasts a world-class watchmaker, award winning food producers, an independent brewery and a thriving cafe culture.

Stamford Arts Centre, built in 1768 is one of the oldest provincial theatres in England, and is a thriving focal point for arts and cinema and houses the Tourist Information Centre.

Local people and visitors alike benefit from a wealth of attractions on the town’s doorstep including Rutland Water to the west, one of Europe’s largest reservoirs and now a haven for fishing, cycling, sailing and wildlife, historic houses like Grimsthorpe Castle and Burghley House, and rolling countryside with picturesque villages all round.

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Places to visit in Stamford Brownes Hospital

Broad Street, Stamford PE9 1PF Almshouse built in 1475, original furniture and stained glass.

T. 01780 763153 www.stamfordcivicsociety. org.uk

Stamford Town Hall St. Mary’s Street, Stamford PE9 2DR

This historic building was purpose built in 1728 and houses an extensive collection of regalia.

T. 01780 753808

All Saints Brewery All Saints Street, Stamford PE9 2PA

Restored Victorian steam brewery with award winning fruit beers.

T. 01780 752186

Stamford Arts Centre St. Mary’s Street, Stamford PE9 2DL

Drawing on a rich heritage dating from the eighteenth century, Stamford Arts Centre aims to provide the best in live arts.

T. 01780 763203 www.stamfordartscentre.com

Burghley House Stamford, PE9 3JY

One of the most impressive Elizabethan houses in England, with 18 treasure-filled state rooms.

T. 01780 752451 www.burghley.co.uk

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The Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials 1 - 4 September 2016 T. 01780 752131 Box Office for ticket information from 1 May T. 01933 304744. www.burghley-horse.co.uk

St.Martins Antique Centre 23a High Street St. Martins, Stamford PE9 2LF An extensive centre with over 70 dealers.

T. 01780 481158 E. info@st-martinsantiques.co.uk www.st-martins-antiques. co.uk

Stamford Leisure Centre Drift Road, Stamford PE9 1UZ Includes a pool with wave machine and flume, health and fitness suite.

T. 01780 765522 www.1life.co.uk

Corn Exchange Theatre Broad Street, Stamford PE9 1PX

Refurbished almost entirely by volunteers with a wide range of arts events from local amateur and professional companies.

T. 01780 766455 www.stamford-cornexchange.co.uk

Stamford Guided Town Walks

With Jill Collinge Blue Badge Guide. Discover why Stamford is recognised as one of the finest stone towns in Britain.

For private or group guided walks call Jill on T. 01780 729076 E. jillcollinge2002@ hotmail.com www.stamfordtours.co.uk

Stamford Shakespeare Company

Tolethorpe Hall, Little Casterton Nr. Stamford PE9 4BH The magic of Tolethorpe begins the moment you take your seat in one of Europe’s finest open air theatres on a warm summer evening.

T. 01780 756133 www.stamfordshakespeare. co.uk

Discover Stamford Stamford Library High Street Stamford, PE9 2BB

Explore the charm and architecture that made Stamford England’s first conservation town.

T. 01522 782010 www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/ stamfordlibrary

Stamford Country Market Stamford Arts Centre, St Mary’s Street, Stamford PE9 2DL Retail outlet for high quality home-made, home grown and hand crafted produce. Alternate Fridays (in line with Farmers Market).

Photograph courtesy of Burghley Horse Trials

Stamford Tourist Information 27 St. Mary’s Street, Stamford, PE9 2DL E. stamfordtic@southkesteven.gov.uk T. 01780 755611

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Grantham Festival goers gravitate to town

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rom ancient coaching inns to celebrated home town status for world leaders in their fields, Grantham has tempting credentials and a host of reasons to visit.

Sir Isaac Newton, born just south of Grantham at Woolsthorpe Manor, inspires a biennial Gravity Fields Festival scheduled for 21-25 September 2016 with a mix of science, arts, heritage, outdoor events and sheer spectacle.

It’s an event that drew an audience of 65,000 to the town in 2014, with a host of eminent patrons, speakers and world class arts entertainment.

Woolsthorpe Manor itself is planning a ‘Year of Wonders’ as visitors and the

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scientific community celebrate the 350th anniversary of Newton’s law of gravitational forces – prompted by the falling apple at his birthplace.

Grantham Museum has a permanent exhibition dedicated to one of the town’s most famous daughters – Margaret Thatcher – and the town has reminders of Edith Smith, the first woman police constable in England given full powers of arrest in 1915.

Mentioned as a Royal Manor in the Domesday Book, Grantham has come a long way since the days when it was recognised as a stopping place for kings and nobleman.

The Angel and Royal Hotel, originally a court of King John, still welcomes visitors to its High Street location, adding to Grantham’s wealth of hotel accommodation in and around the town.

Trains on the direct east coast rail line to London are now operated by Virgin Trains, bringing Grantham to within an hour’s travel from London.

The town’s parish church of St Wulfram’s boasts a soaring 282ft spire – one of the most important town churches in England – and will soon overlook a new Minster quarter commemorating its historical significance.

Grantham’s cafe culture goes from strength to strength, with specialist cafes vying for trade alongside restaurants from award wining Nepalese fare at the Everest Inn to bijou eating places for every palate.

A bustling Saturday street market serves a growing population of over 40,000, with Grantham’s growth agenda at last delivering results with work starting on a much needed

southern relief road to complement its first class road links.

It has one of the best leisure facilities in the East Midlands at The Meres and a wealth of other attractions from championship standard 18 hole golf courses to smaller rural courses, impressive castles and homes, and unrivalled countryside for walking, riding and cycling.

There’s also a whole host of dining experiences from Michelin rated Harry’s Place just outside the town to Bombay Brasserie, a winner in the East Midlands Food Awards best Indian category, as well as a wide range of other top quality restaurants to suit all tastes.

Grantham has a wonderful choice of places to visit as well as a selection of splendid parks and open spaces for people

to spend their leisure time.

On its doorstep are lots of local attractions including Belton House, Belvoir Castle, the seat of the Duke and Duchess of Rutland, Grimsthorpe Castle and Burghley House near Stamford, home of the famous horse trials.

On top of that there’s also the opportunity to enjoy a wide range of festivals and events covering everything from theatre through to music and art.

All that’s left is to find is a great place to stay to savour all that the area has to offer. And we have plenty of those too.

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Places to visit in Grantham St. Wulfram’s Church

Church Street, Grantham NG31 6RR St Wulfram’s Church is a 13th-14th century church with one of the finest steeples in the country at 282 feet.

T. 01476 561342

Grantham House

Castlegate, Grantham NG31 6SS This handsome town house dates from 1380, with architectural features from various eras and walled riverside garden. www.nationaltrust.org.uk

The 17th century birthplace and family home of Sir Isaac Newton who formulated some of his major works here.

T. 01476 860338 www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Manor Stables Craft Centre

Lincoln Road, Fulbeck Nr. Grantham NG32 3JN Manor Stables offers a unique centre for traditional and contemporary crafts.

T. 01400 272779 www.cuttinglane.com

Belton House Grantham

Boothby Pagnell Nr. Grantham, NG33 4DQ This historically important Norman manor is just five miles from Grantham on the B1176.

T. 01476 585374

(National Trust) Belton Nr. Grantham NG32 2LS Explore delightful gardens and lakeside. Adventure playground and miniature train.

T. 01476 566116 www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ belton

Harlaxton Manor

Grantham Museum

Boothby Pagnell Manor

Harlaxton Nr. Grantham NG32 1AG Masterpiece built in the 1830’s, and now a private residential college.

T. 01476 403000 www.harlaxton.ac.uk

Belvoir Castle

Belvoir Nr. Grantham NG32 1PE A romantic 19th century turreted castle is set high on a hill, home to the Duke of Rutland. State rooms, art treasures, formal gardens and re-enactments.

T. 01476 871026 www.belvoircastle.com

Woolsthorpe Manor

(National Trust) Water Lane, Woolsthorpe by Colsterworth, NG33 5PD

St Peter’s Hill, Grantham NG31 6PY Grantham Museum was founded by local dignitary Henry Preston in the early 20th century.

T. 01476 568783 www.granthammuseum. org.uk

T. 01476 581930 www.1life.co.uk

The Guildhall Arts Centre and Tourist Information

St. Peter’s Hill, Grantham NG31 6PZ This Victorian building is set in the heart of the town. Today it is a lively arts centre, with theatre, music and workshops.

T. 01476 406158 www.guildhallartscentre.com

Easton Walled Gardens

Easton Nr. Grantham NG33 5AP Twelve acres of nationally important gardens set in a delightful valley. Lunches /teas overlooking the gardens.

T. 01476 530063 www.eastonwalledgardens. co.uk

Ellys Manor House

Dallygate, Great Ponton Nr. Grantham, NG33 5DP Visit ancient Ellys Manor House with its fabulous late medieval wall paintings.

T. 01476 530023 www.ellysmanorhouse.com

Wyndham Park

St Catherine’s Road, Grantham, NG31 6TP T. 01476 570046 www.reelcinemas.co.uk

Hill Avenue, Grantham NG31 9BB Wyndham Park has been awarded the prestigious Green Flag status for a third consecutive year. www.wyndhamparkforum. org.uk

Meres Leisure Centre

2-6 North Parade

The Reel Cinema

Trent Road, Grantham NG31 7XQ The centre offers four swimming pools, flume and jacuzzi.

‘Meres Live’ events in 1,300 seat auditorium.

Grantham NG31 8AN Birthplace and childhood home of Margaret Thatcher, Britain’s first female Prime Minister. Her place of worship was the Methodist Church on Finkin Street.

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Bourne

Ancient roots and a modern outlook

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rom its motor racing connections to the accolade of having one of the best river bridges to play Poohsticks, Bourne is a charming south Lincolnshire town with many faces.

Its Heritage Museum is a popular visitor attraction in Baldock’s Mill, Bourne’s only remaining mill of the three listed in the Domesday Book with its new mill wheels visible.

It’s devoted to local history, from the water and railway industries to agriculture, wartime memorabilia and Raymond Mays, Bourne’s most famous racing driver.

Bourne is famous as the home of English Racing Automobiles (ERA) and British Racing Motors (BRM) racing cars, with

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proud traditions that saw Graham Hill and Jackie Stewart at the wheel of Bournemanufactured Formula 1 cars.

It’s a nod to history from a town very much of the present, a delightful market town undergoing significant regeneration with independent shops, a traditional market on Thursdays and that rare commodity – free parking.

Bourne’s name comes from the Anglo Saxon meaning water or stream and has been a thoroughfare since the times of the Romans.

It was also the birthplace of both Hereward the Wake, leader of the local resistance to the Norman Conquest of England, and Charles Worth, widely considered as the

Bourne Heritage Centre

father of haute couture.

Renowned for its waterways, open spaces, parks and woodland, the town, with its 71 listed buildings, has a pleasant setting that is both distinguished and uninterrupted.

It’s the picturesque bridge across Bourne Eau river from South Street into the Memorial Gardens that tourist organisation Visit England decreed was one of England’s best spots to play Poohsticks – and see whose stick floats quickest under the bridge.

Close to Bourne is one of the best walking areas in the district – Bourne Wood – a Forestry Commission-owned remnant of the wild wood that cloaked England after the last ice age with miles of accessible tracks and a large picnic area.

Baldock’s Mill, 21 South Street, Bourne, PE10 9LY Once a working mill, now a heritage centre displaying information and artefacts relating to the town. One floor devoted to Raymond Mays with BRM Cups. Other displays feature the heritage of Bourne and Charles F Worth.

T. 01778 422775

The Bowthorpe Oak

Bowthorpe Park Farm, Manthorpe Nr. Bourne An ancient hollow oak tree with massive girth – as featured in the Guinness Book of Records and also mentioned in the Domesday Book.

Bourne Woods

Bourne An attractive Forestry Commission woodland with paths and trails from the car park and picnic area. Other woods in the area include Twyford Wood near to Colsterworth and Morkery Wood.

T. 01780 444920 www.forestry.gov.uk

Grimsthorpe Castle

Grimsthorpe Nr. Bourne, PE10 0LY Built in 1540 for a visit by Henry VIII. State rooms with collections, tapestries and paintings. Three thousand acres of landscaped parkland, gardens, adventure playground, cycle trail, hire shop and events.

T. 01778 591205 www.grimsthorpe.co.uk

Bourne Corn Exchange

Located in Abbey Road in the centre of Bourne. See shows or hire out the hall for events and activities.

T. 01778 423579 www.southkesteven.gov.uk/ bournecornexchange

Bourne Outdoor Swimming Pool

Abbey Lawns, Abbey Road, Bourne, PE10 9EP T. 01778 422063 www.bourneoutdoorswimmingpool.org

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Market Deeping and Deeping St James ..........including West Deeping and Langtoft

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estling beside the River Welland, on the southern borders of South Kesteven, sits the town of Market Deeping and the villages of Deeping St James, West Deeping and Langtoft.

Collectively known as The Deepings, there is a wealth of local history to explore alongside all the trapping of modern day life.

Home to charming 17th century stone buildings, Market Deeping developed around the original commercial use of the river which is still a major asset providing scenic walks and hosting some of the town’s popular events such as The Deepings Raft Race and the annual Duck Race.

Now considered one of best districts to

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live in, according to the to a Halifax Quality of Life survey, The Deepings has developed significantly over the years, attracting major and new businesses while still acting as a service centre.

For visitors and locals alike there is the beautiful Grade 1 listed church of St Guthlac that has been continuously in use in Market Deeping for at least 800 years as well as notable inns, award winning restaurants and a good range of shops.

There is an antiques and craft centre which is open to the public seven days a week, with antique furniture, books, pictures and lots more, plus stunning countryside to explore.

Market Deeping Antiques Centre

50-56 High Street, Market Deeping, PE6 8EB Tel: 01778 380238

Tallington Lakes Leisure Park

Barholm Road, Tallington, Nr. Stamford, PE9 4RJ Water sports, climbing tower, dry slope skiing and krazy karts are available at Tallington Lakes between Stamford and Market Deeping.

Tel: 01778 347000 www.tallington.com

Vine House Farm

Deeping St. Nicholas, Nr. Spalding, PE11 3DG Farm walks and open days at Deeping St. Nicholas designed for people to visit the farm. View the conservation measures and bird life. www.vinehousefarm.co.uk

Waterside Garden Centre

King Street, Baston, PE6 9NY One of the largest and most progressive centres in the area with a full range of plants and gardening products, gifts, pet and aquatics, restaurant and coffee shop.

Tel: 01778 560000 www.watersidegardencentre. co.uk

Deeping Leisure Centre Park Road, Deeping St. James, Peterborough, PE6 8NF Tel: 01778 344072 www.1life.co.uk

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Visit Rutland Small county ... big visitor attraction

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ngland’s smallest county offers a perfect escape, with its charming market towns, delightful villages and the watery expanse of Rutland Water.

Whether it is walking, cycling, sailing, bird watching, exploring or just relaxing, Rutland has a surprising amount of options for visitors.

Oakham and Uppingham are Rutland’s two towns, each with its own charm, markets and a host of niche shops and restaurants.

Rutland Water is one of the largest man made lakes in Europe. Lyndon’s nature reserve and visitor centre is the best place to hear more about its successful osprey breeding programme and there is a bird watching centre at Egleton.

Walkers and cyclists will find miles of accessible waterside routes and those seeking longer distance can tackle the Rutland Round, a 65 mile route taking in Oakham, Uppingham, Eyebrook Reservoir, Ketton, Empingham and Thistleton.

Whitwell Leisure Park, Whitwell, Oakham, LE15 8BL T. 01780 460705 E. hire@rutlandcycling.co.uk www.rutlandcycling.com

Rutland Fly Fishing Adventures

The Lodge Barnsdale, North Shore, Rutland Water, LE15 8AB T. 01572 722422/07711 182853 E. robwaddington@onetel.com www.rutlandwaterflyfishing.co.uk

Barnsdale Gardens

Barnsdale Nr. Exton, Rutland, LE15 8AH Tel: 01572 813200 www.barnsdalegardens.co.uk

Rutland Water

www.rutlandwater.org.uk

Visit Rutland www.discover-rutland.co.uk All photographs were supplied by Discover Rutland

For details and accommodation: www.discover-rutland.co.uk

Rutland Cycling and the Rock Bloc

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Aviation heritage celebrated

A rich heritage of airborne endeavour is celebrated across South Kesteven through its wartime airfields and pivotal milestones in allied conflict.

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he district’s heritage, from WWI through WWII and into the Cold War, has prompted the publication of a ‘Heritage of Flight’ booklet as a guide to visitors.

went to RAF North Witham to wish his elite 101st Airborne Paratroopers luck. D-Day pathfinders took off that evening, landing the first troops in Europe with radio beacons for the oncoming allied invasion.

Churches across the district bear their own witness to acts of valour, none more so than Caythorpe’s St Vincent’s Church with its memorial plaques, artefacts, displays and two stunning stained glass windows collectively commemorating two World Wars, Rwanda, The Falklands and the modern conflicts of Iraq and Afghanistan.

During WWII Operation Overlord (D-Day), Operation Market Garden (Arnhem) and the pre-D-Day trickery of Operation Glimmer all involved local airfields.

Plans are underway for two new trails. A Pegasus Trail will trace where paratroopers were billeted before Arnhem, adding a new historical chapter for the great houses where they stayed and taking its name from 1st British Airborne Division’s action at Pegasus Bridge near Arnhem in 1944.

A separate 9th Air Force Troop Carrier Command Trail will commemorate key American airfields at North Witham (now Forestry Commission owned and known as Twyford Wood near Colsterworth), Fulbeck, Folkingham and Barkston Heath.

On June 5th 1944 General Dwight Eisenhower, Allied Supreme Commander,

St Vincent’s in Grantham was the HQ for 617 Squadron’s famous Dambusters raid

by Lancaster bombers in 1943. In 1944, the building was used by the American Air Force to co-ordinate the allied airborne assault for D-Day.

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key to facility symbols Non-smoking establishment/rooms

Within one mile of express coach stop

TV in room

Children welcome

Satellite TV in room

Swimming pool

Telephone in room

Health/fitness facilities

Radio in bedroom

Children’s play area

CD player

Cot available

Tea/coffee facilities in room

Highchair available

Hair dryer in room

Licensed premises

Electric shaver point

Evening meals available

Electric shower

Cater for special diets

Trouser press/ironing facility

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❄ Winter lets available

Four poster bed

Gas/electricity by coin meter

Credit cards accepted

Gas cylinder exchange

Car parking

Washing machine/laundry facilities

Wi-Fi internet

Well equipped kitchen

Shopping

Dishwasher

Dog accepted by arrangement

Microwave oven

Passenger lift

Fridge freezer

Ground floor bedroom

DVD player available

Bedroom accessible by wheelchair users

Linen included

Central heating

Toilets

Cycles for hire

Chemical toilet

Residents’ lounge

Shower block

Garden for residents’ use

Electricity hook-up

Conference facilities available

Licensed bar on site

Short break packages available

Open fire/log burner

Working farm

Grocery hamper on request

Within one mile of railway station

Fishing

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Accommodation Choosing Where to Stay - Quality Ratings Explained All types of accommodation whether inspected by Quality in Tourism and/or the AA receive a rating of between one and five stars based on comfort, cleanliness, facilities and services. Special gold and silver awards are given by Visit Britain to serviced accommodation achieving the highest levels of quality within its rating. A property with

one star will be simple and practical with no frills and a five star will be exceptional with a degree of luxury. All Stars reflect quality and range of facilities offered. Hotel stars also take into account services offered.

For self assessed properties (those listed with no logos) we recommend you look at reviews on Trip Advisor (www.tripadvisor.co.uk).

Hotels & Inns Greetham Valley Hotel, Greetham, Nr Stamford

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Wood Lane, Greetham, Oakham, Rutland LE15 7SN Robert & Dee Hinch T. 01780 460444 E. info@greethamvalley.co.uk www.greethamvalley.co.uk Set in beautiful countryside, yet only one mile from A1. Thirty five spacious en-suite bedrooms, conference and banqueting rooms. Renowned for excellent dining and welcoming, friendly staff. Two championship golf courses on-site, plus other leisure facilities.

Price range per room: £85 - £115 Rooms: double: 15(e) twin: 20(e) R

The Crown Hotel, All Saints Place, Stamford

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All Saints Place, Stamford, Lincs PE9 2AG Mr M Thurlby T. 01780 763136 F. 01780 75611 E. reservations@thecrownhotelstamford.co.uk www.kneadpubs.co.uk Award winning town centre hotel beautifully appointed rooms with innovative features. A stunning bar and restaurant serving traditional locally sourced English food.

Price range per room: £90 - £150 Rooms: double: 23(e) twin: 4(e) family: 1(e) R

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Hotels & Inns The George of Stamford, Stamford

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71 High Street, St.Martin’s, Stamford PE9 2LB General Manager: Mr. C. Pitman T. 01780 750750 / 750700 F. 01780 750701 E. reservations@georgehotelofstamford.com www.georgehotelofstamford.com Perhaps England’s greatest coaching inn, retaining charm & atmosphere whilst offering modern comfort. Forty five individually designed bedrooms are complemented by a superb restaurant and informal garden room.

Price range per room: £120 Rooms: single: 6(e) double: 37(e) twin: 2(e)

The William Cecil, Stamford

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High Street, St.Martin’s, Stamford PE9 2LJ General Manager: Peter Brighouse T. 01780 750070 E. enquiries@thewilliamcecil.co.uk www.thewilliamcecil.co.uk Within a two minute drive from the A1, the hotel is perfect for leisure and business uses.

The William Cecil has a magnificent restaurant, a cosy bar and conservatory, 27 highly individual bedrooms and Lodge House for families.

Price range per room: £110 - £350 Rooms: single: 2(e) double: 26(e) family: 8(e) R

Toft Country House Hotel, Toft, Nr Bourne

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Toft, Nr Bourne PE10 0JT The Reid Family T.01778 590614 E. tofthouse@btconnect.com www.tofthotelgolf.co.uk Twenty en-suite room hotel with own 18-hole golf course driving range/practice area.

Conference & banquet room. Ample parking. Toft is eight miles from Stamford and three miles from Bourne. Licensed for marriage ceremonies. Hairdressers/beauty therapist and squash court.

Price range per room: £67 - £97 Rooms: double/twin: 14(e) family: 3(e) honeymoon/single: 3(e)

The Six Bells, Nr Bourne Main St, Witham On The Hill, Bourne PE10 0JH Sharon Trevor T. 01778 590360 E. info@sixbellswitham.com www.sixbellswitham.com The Six Bells now offers three luxury bed & breakfast rooms, two separate dining rooms, a large bar and casual dining area and a fantastic south facing courtyard. Ten minutes drive from the market towns of Stamford and Bourne.

Price range: Hayloft price range: £120 – £150, Fenwick & Prentice: £80 - £95 Rooms: double: 2(e) king: 1(e) Per room per night, includes breakfast

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Hotels & Inns The Exeter Arms, Easton-on-the-Hill, Nr Stamford

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21 Stamford Road, Easton on the Hill, Stamford PE9 3NS Mrs S. Olver T.01780 756321 F. 01780 753171 E. reservations@theexeterarms.net www.theexeterarms.net The Exeter Arms offers six individually designed bedrooms all with en-suite bathrooms, complementary Wi-Fi access and tea and coffee facilities. A beautiful bar, restaurant, and orangery offering a wide menu choice.

Price range per room: £70 - £160 Rooms: double: 3(e) twin: 2(e) delux double: 1

The Bull & Swan, Burghley

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24a High Street, St Martin’s, Stamford, PE9 2LJ Reception: 01780 766412 E. enquiries@thebullandswan.co.uk www.thebullandswan.co.uk Hillbrooke Hotels famed for their ‘quirky’ style now run The Bull and Swan, with their head chef winning Game Chef of the Year 2015. Guests can enjoy a quality dining experience and stay in one of the nine individually themed guest rooms.

Price range per room: £95 - £130 Rooms: double: 7(e) double/twin: 2(e) family: 3(e)

The White Hart Inn, Ufford

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The White Hart, Main Street, Ufford, Stamford, PE9 3BH T. 01780 740250 E. info@whitehartufford.co.uk www.whitehartufford.co.uk The White Hart is ideally located for our corporate guests travelling into Peterborough, Stamford or the local area, with many tourist attractions for leisure guests including Burghley House and Peterborough Cathedral.

Price: £70 per night (single), from £75 per night (double) Rooms: double/ twin: 6

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Guest Houses, Farm Houses & B&B Kelling House, Barkston, Nr Grantham

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17 West Street, Barkston, Nr Grantham NG32 2NL Mrs Sue Evans T. 01400 251440 M. 07771 761251 E. sue@kellinghouse.co.uk www.kellinghouse.co.uk 18th century stone house on a quiet lane; close to A1 and Grantham main line station. Explore Belton House, Belvoir Castle, Burghley House, Lincoln Cathedral etc.

Walkers & cyclists welcome. Evening meal/packed lunches by prior arrangement.

Price range per room: £45 - £95 Rooms: twin/double: 1(e); double: 1(pb); single: 1(sh) R

The Cedars, Barrowby, Nr Grantham

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Low Rd, Barrowby, Nr Grantham NG32 1DL Peter & Kinga Bennett T. 01476 563400 E. pbcbennett@mac.com Enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of the Grade II listed farmhouse and its gardens.

Breakfast and evening meal if required using our own and local fresh produce. Ten mins from the A1, close to Grantham main line station. Internet facilities available.

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The Barn, Folkingham, Nr Sleaford

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Spring Lane, Folkingham, Sleaford NG34 0SJ Jane Wright T. 01529 497199 M. 07876 363292 E. sjwright@farming.co.uk www.thebarnspringlane.co.uk Grade II listed barn in the quiet corner of a conservation village. Open log fires, underfloor heating, power showers. Home-made bread, sausages, free range rare breed hens and Jacob sheep. Secure locked parking.

Price range per room: £55 - £80 Rooms: twin/double: 1(e) double: 1(e) single 1(pb) twin: 1(e)

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Castle Farm Guest House, Fotheringhay, Nr Stamford Fotheringhay, Peterborough PE8 5HZ Stephanie Gould T. 01832 226200 M. 07762 516735 E. enquiries@castlefarm-guesthouse.co.uk www.castlefarm-guesthouse.co.uk Beautiful accommodation in perfect village location. Ideal for exploring the area or a home from home for the business traveller. Fifteen minutes from Peterborough, Stamford and Corby and five from Oundle.

Price range per room: £45 (single) - £115 (family) Rooms: double: 2(e) twin: 1(e) family 1(e) R

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Guest Houses, Farm Houses & B&B Maycroft Cottage B&B, Hanthorpe, Nr Bourne

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6 Eden Road, Hanthorpe, Bourne PE10 0RB Margaret & Gordon Lack T. 01778 571689 E. enquiries@maycroftcottage.co.uk www.maycroftcottage.co.uk A warm and friendly welcome awaits you at this modern dwelling with a cottage atmosphere. Ideally situated for Bourne, Stamford, Spalding, The Deepings, Rutland Water and surrounding counties. Walkers and cyclists welcome.

Price range per room: £35 - £65 Rooms: single: 1(pb) double: 1(pb) twin 1(pb)

Tudor Lodge Country House B&B, Harlaxton, Nr Grantham

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Warren Lane, Harlaxton, Grantham NG32 1AP Jane & Nigel Capell T. 01476 577703 M. 07957 871731 E. janecapell@myhomeaway www.tudorlodgecountryhousebandb.co.uk Country House B&B in two acres. Five minutes to A1, A52, A607 and two miles south to Grantham mainline rail station. Two double en-suite, private dining and sitting rooms. Perfect location for tourist and business visitors.

Price range per room: £50 - £100 Rooms: double: 2(pb) R

19 West Street, King’s Cliffe, Nr Stamford

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19 West Street, King’s Cliffe, Peterborough PE8 6XB Mrs Jenny Dixon T. 01780 470365 E. kjhl.dixon@gmail.com www.kingjohnhuntinglodge.co.uk Mellow 500 year old stone house covered in wisteria. Offers lovely breakfasts, secure off street parking, beautiful garden to relax in, and village pub 50 yards away. Set in a historic stone village. Twenty minutes drive from Stamford or Oundle, four miles off the A1, surrounded by wonderful countryside.

Price range per room: £45 - £120 (4 persons in family room) Rooms: single: 1(pb) double: 1(pb) twin: 1(pb) family suite: 1(e)

Pheasant’s Roost, Rutland Water

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Lyndon Road, Manton, Oakham, Rutland LE15 8RN Jane Hollingsworth T. 01572 737800 M. 07751 821047 E. jane@pheasantsroost.com www.pheasantsroost.com Beautiful new farmhouse luxury B&B overlooking the south shore of Rutland Water, offering plush designer ensuite rooms and a home grown, cooked breakfast. Ideally situated for Rutland and Stamford.

Price range per room: Introductory price from £90 multi night discounts available Rooms: king: 2(e) twin: 1(e) guest lounges: 2 R

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Guest Houses, Farm Houses & B&B 64 High Street, Stamford

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64 High Street St Martin’s, Stamford, Lincs, PE9 2LA Deborah Rimmer T. 01780 756611 M. 07722 831783 E. timothy.rimmer@talk21.com Cosy double ensuite room available in our home, dating from 1600’s. Close to George Hotel and all amenities.

Price per room: £80 special rates for Burghley week Rooms: double: 1(e)

Candlesticks Restaurant (with rooms), Stamford

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1 Church Lane, Stamford PE9 2JU Manuel Pinto T. 01780 764033 E. info@candlestickshotel.co.uk www.candlestickshotel.co.uk Popular historic restaurant, recommended in various good food guides, and has acquired an outstanding reputation in Stamford and district as the premier rendezvous for gourmets. High quality food, wines and service.

Price range per room: £50 - £85 Rooms: single: 2(e) double: 3(e) twin: 3(e) R

Gwynne House B&B, Stamford

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13 King’s Road, Stamford PE9 1HD John & Dr. Galina Goodman T. 01780 762210 M. 07747 615675 E. Bookings@gwynnehouse.co.uk www.gwynnehouse.co.uk Small family run bed and breakfast within six minutes walk of the beautiful town centre of Stamford. Bedrooms are either en-suite or with private shower room. Secluded mature garden, patio, pool and waterfall. Continental or English breakfast. Free Wi-Fi internet.

Price range per room: £50 - £120 Rooms: double: 1(e) 1(pb) twin: 2(pb) Family: 1(pb)

Lodge View B&B, Stamford St. Clements, Stamford PE9 2LY Judy Sewell T. 01780 753198 M. 07811 729543 E. judy@sewellfamily.plus.com www.bandbstamford.co.uk Detached bungalow in quiet cul de sac. Within easy walking distance of historic Stamford with its numerous restaurants and character pubs. Double bedroom with king size bed/ twin room. Continental or full English breakfast.

Price range per room: £50 - £75 special rates for Burghley week Rooms: double: 1(sh) twin: 1(sh)

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Guest Houses, Farm Houses & B&B Magnolia House B&B, Stamford

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8 Fox Dale, Stamford PE9 2UZ Mr and Mrs Lester T. 01780 756746 M. 07764 469995 E. bethan.lester@hotmail.co.uk www.magnoliabedandbreakfast.co.uk A stylishly refurbished B&B in a quiet location 10 mins walk from the town centre. A friendly greeting, a good night’s sleep and a delicious Aga cooked breakfast completes the delightful experience of Stamford. Off road parking, free Wi-Fi and freeview.

Price range per room: £50 - £85 special rates for Burghley Rooms: double: 1(e) twin: 1(e)

Meadow View B&B, Stamford

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Wothorpe Road, Stamford PE9 2LR Mark Thomas T. 01780 762133 M. 07833 972577 www.bedandbreakfast-stamford.co.uk Meadow View is a short walk from the town centre, Burghley House and the George Hotel. The contemporary town house offers luxurious en-suite accommodation.

Locally sourced breakfasts.

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PJ ZZZ at the Black Bull B&B, Stamford

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Stamford Walk, Stamford PE9 2JE T.01780 480050 M.07736 948052 E. enquiries@pjzzz.co.uk www.pjzzz.co.uk You can be sure of a warm welcome and friendly service in a delightful listed building in the heart of historic Stamford. Continental breakfast available. Tea, coffee, TV, hairdryer, Wi-Fi and en-suite in all rooms.

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The Stamford Lodge B&B, Stamford

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66 Scotgate, Stamford PE9 2YB Miss Gemma Larke T. 01780 482932 E. info@stamfordlodge.co.uk www.stamfordlodge.co.uk A delightful guest house, set in the heart of the historic Georgian town of Stamford. Delicious cooked breakfasts.

Price range per room: £65 - £90 Rooms: single/twin/double: 5(e)

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Guest Houses, Farm Houses & B&B 30 Casewick Lane B&B, Stamford

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Uffington, Nr Stamford PE9 4SX Denise Jarvis T. 01780 757392 M. 07767 125237 E. denisea30@talktalk.net Quiet rural location within two miles of Stamford town centre. Private twin room with up-to-the-minute facilities. Free Wi-Fi and freeview TV, walk-in power shower, off road parking. Traditional English breakfast, continental, or your choice welcome tray.

Village pub/restaurant within easy walking distance.

Price range per room: £50 - £85 special rates for Burghley week Rooms: twin: 1(e)

Caudle House B&B, Market Deeping

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43 High Street, Market Deeping, Lincolnshire PE6 8ED Peter and Hazel Dulieu T. 01778 347595 M. 07851 745783 E. info@caudlehousebandb.co.uk www.caudlehousebandb.co.uk A 1790 Georgian property is a small family run boutique bed and breakfast. Situated on the High St. Market Deeping. Amenities are on your doorstep but you can still enjoy peace and tranquillity. Local areas offer a number of pubs and restaurants.

Price range per room: £85 - £130 Rooms: double: 4 (pb) Twin: 1(pb)

Glenhouse B&B, Bourne

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Glenhouse, Manthorpe, Bourne, Lincolnshire PE10 0JE Liz Toseland T. 01778 590805 M. 07951 330959 E. liztoseland@hotmail.com www.glenhousebedandbreakfast.co.uk Private self contained loft accommodation, with own entrance. Kitchenette with fridge/microwave/toaster/kettle. En-suite shower room. King size bed, tea and coffee. Complimentary juice/milk/water. Continental breakfast included.

Price range per room: £75 - £125 Rooms: double: 1(e)

Spanhoe Lodge, Nr Corby Main Street, Laxton, Nr Corby, NN17 3AT Reece Crane and Neil Roberts T. 01780 450328 M. 07903 147625 – 07876 757371 E. Stay@spanhoelodge.co.uk www.spanhoelodge.co.uk High quality B&B close to Corby, Uppingham& Stamford. Whether for corporate events or just an overnight leisure break, Spanhoe Lodge is the place to be. We want to make your stay extremely comfortable and special. You will not be disappointed.

Price range per room: From £75 single occupancy £85 double Rooms: king size: 3(e) twin/superking: 2(e) Disabled king size: 1(e) Family: 1(e) Self catering: 1(e)

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Kilthorpe Grange The Guest House

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Barrowden Road, Ketton, Rutland PE9 3RL Alan Whymark T. 01780 721313 M. 07715 343014 E. Kilthorpepools@outlook.com www.kilthorpeholidays.com Kilthorpe Holidays offers a luxury guest house, self catering holiday cottage, conference room and specimen carp fishing, all in the quiet and picturesque county of Rutland.

Price range: £140-£210 per night Rooms: 1 Family(e) x1 double bed, x2 single 3 Double(e)

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Camping, Caravan & Hostelling Low Farm Touring & Camping Park, Folkingham

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Spring Lane, Folkingham, Sleaford, Lincs NG34 0SJ Mr & Mrs N R Stevens T. 01529 497322 Quiet and secluded park within a few minutes walk of conservation village and its amenities.

Idealy situated for touring South Lincolnshire.

Price range: Caravan, tents or motorhomes from £10 Pitches: tents, caravans or motorhomes: 36

Rutland Caravan & Camping, Greetham, Nr Oakham

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Greetham, Oakham LE15 7FN T. 01572 813520 E. info@rutlandcaravanandcamping.co.uk www.rutlandcaravanandcamping.co.uk Caravan Club affiliated site open all year round with adult only and family sections. Facilities include heated toilet blocks, a children’s play area and dog wash. Wi-Fi available. Easy walking distance to Greetham village with three pubs and a shop. Golf course close by. Situated one mile from the A1, four miles from Oakham, Rutland Water and seven miles from Stamford.

Price range: £16.60 - £26.15 Pitches: total 132 - caravans, motorhomes and tents

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Youth Hostel, Thurlby, Nr Bourne

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YHA Thurlby, 16 High Street, Thurlby, Nr Bourne PE10 0EE T. 0845 371 9046 E. thurlby@yha.org.uk www.yha.org.uk A warm welcome awaits you at this rural hostel. Offering small, comfortable bedrooms, excellent showers, well equipped kitchen and delightful dining and lounge areas.

Price range: Price per adults £19 - £22 Rooms: 6 sleeps min: 1 max: 21 Open to families Mar-Sept. Groups: all year round

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Self Catering Aunby Clematis Cottages 1-3, Aunby Nr. Stamford

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Lodge Farm, Aunby, Stamford PE9 4EE Richard & Kaye Griffin T. 01778 590280 M. 07496 068702 E. info@clematiscottages.co.uk www.clematiscottages.co.uk Three individual spacious, beautifully converted and furnished cottages in an idyllic setting surrounded by flower gardens, orchard and wildlife ponds. Ample parking and high speed broadband. Long term lets available.

Price range per week: £295 - £750 special rates for Burghley week Units: 3 bedrooms per unit: 1-3 sleeps min: 1 max: 15

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Elderflower Cottage, Belmesthorpe Nr. Stamford

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Meadow View, Shepherd’s Walk, Belmesthorpe, Stamford PE9 4JF Philip & Dawn Wilkinson T. 01780 757188 M. 07711 533204 E. philipwdawn@btinternet.com www.elderflowercottage.co.uk Delightful cottage set in its own grounds, overlooking water meadows of River Gwash.

Close to Rutland Water, Stamford and picturesque villages. One double en-suite, two singles, linen, electric and welcome pack included.

Cottage per week: £350 - £425 Special rates for Burghley Horse Trials Units: 1 bedroom per unit: 3 sleeps min: 1 max: 4

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The Painted House, Stamford

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15 St Peters Street, Stamford PE9 2PQ Tania Nelson M. 07773344465 E. tanianelson@blueyonder.co.uk www.thepaintedhouse.co.uk Right in the heart of Stamford, built in 1663 and steeped in history. Three double bedrooms and one twin, two bathrooms, large kitchen and sitting room. Separate dining room. Beautiful walled garden. Perfect for a country getaway.

Price range: £300 - £1,000. Per night tariff available on request Special rates for Burghley Horse Trials Units: 1 double bedroom (sh): 3 twin/double bedroom (sh): 1 sleeps min: 2/4 max: 10

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Old Rectory, Carlby Nr. Stamford

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The Avenue, Carlby, Stamford PE9 4NA Patrick Cannon T. 07881 511734 E. reservations@carlbyrectory.co.uk www.carlbyrectory.co.uk Old Rectory Stable was converted to luxury accommodation in 2010. It sits in lovely gardens and has ample off-street parking. There is a kitchen, shower room, sitting room with TV and Wi-Fi and mezzanine floor with double bed.

Price range: per night: £69 per week: £325 - £395 Units: 1 bedroom per unit: 1 sleeps min: 1 max: 4

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15 Glen Road, Castle Bytham, Nr Stamford NG33 4RJ Mike Wade T. 01780 410762 M. 07833 497495 E. mike@trinityconferences.co.uk An idyllic rural retreat set in the delightful village of Castle Bytham. This cosy cottage has been lovingly converted to a very high standard. All on one floor with off-road parking, free Wi-Fi and welcome pack on arrival. Burghley rates: £100 per night Price range per week: £455 - £560 per week (£65 - £80 per night) Weekend/midweek breaks: £150 - £400 (£75- £100 per night) Units: 1 bedroom per unit: 1 min: 1 max:4

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The Barn, Collyweston, Nr. Stamford

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27 High Street, Collyweston, Stamford PE9 3PW David Close T. 01780 444245 E. davidaclose@btinternet.com First floor flat in 18th century converted barn situated in small village with shop and choice of pubs with restaurants nearby. Many local attractions - Burghley House, Stamford, Rutland Water and red kite raptor viewing at Fineshade Wood. Good walking area. Free admision to local museum.

Price range per week: £180 - £280 Units: 1 double bedroom per unit: 1 sleeps min: 1 max: 2

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Mill Cottage at Greetham Valley, Greetham, Nr. Stamford

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Wood Lane, Greetham, Oakham LE15 7SN Robert & Dee Hinch T. 01780 460444 E. info@greethamvalley.co.uk www.greethamvalley.co.uk A lovely converted barn in a tranquil spot a few minutes drive from Rutland Water. Ideal for Stamford, Uppingham, Oakham and several National Trust stately homes and castles.

Price range per week: £525 - £835, Short breaks £335 - £535 Units: 1 bedroom per unit: 3 sleeps max: 5 + cot

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Rutland Lodges at Greetham Valley, Greetham, Nr. Stamford

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Wood Lane, Greetham, Oakham LE15 7SN Robert & Dee Hinch T. 01780 460444 E. info@greethamvalley.co.uk www.greethamvalley.co.uk Luxury ecofriendly lodges set amidst 276 acres of rolling countryside. Ideal for Rutland Water, Burghley, Stamford and Oakham. Meals available on site at Greetham Valley Hotel.

Perfect for golf, birdwatching, sailing, fishing, riding, walking, cycling - or simply relaxing.

Price range per week: £525 - £835, Short breaks £335 - £535 Units: 8 bedroom per unit: 3 sleeps max: 6 + cot

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Self Catering Honington Grange, Honington, Nr. Grantham

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Frinkley Lane, Honington, Grantham NG32 2PS Wendy Coney T. 01400 259429 M. 07970 501699 E. info@honingtongrange.co.uk www.honingtongrange.co.uk 5* luxury accommodation in the beautiful Lincolnshire countryside. The old farm buildings featuring stone, oak and glass converted to create executive luxury apartments around a stunning courtyard making a great base for business, family break or romantic getaways.

Price range per week: £380 - £890 Units: 3 bedrooms per cottage: 2 sleeps max: 4

Little Scotland Farm, Ingoldsby, Nr. Grantham

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Ingoldsby, Grantham NG33 4ES Mrs. Angela Jasinski T. 01476 585494 F. 01476 585014 E. holidaylets@fsmail.net A perfect base for your holiday to explore undiscovered Lincolnshire. Our farmhouse annexe is tastefully furnished and decorated to a very high standard. Central heating and linen included. Welcome pack on arrival.

Price range per week: £300 - £375 Units: 1 bedooms per unit: 2 sleeps min: 1 max: 4 (min 10yrs)

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The Apartment, Randolph Cottage, Ketton, Nr. Stamford

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11 Church Road, Ketton, Rutland PE9 3RD Mrs M Forster T. 01780 720802 E. forster.ketton@virgin.net Relax and unwind in the spacious, attractive apartment with private garden in the beautiful conservation village of Ketton. Close to Stamford, Rutland Water, and Burghley House. Heating and linen included. Access by steps. Off road parking.

Price range per week: £200 - £320 Bed and breakfast rates also available.

Units: 1 bedroom per unit: 1 sleeps min: 1 max: 4

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Granary Cottage, Little Humby, Nr. Grantham

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The Farm House, Little Humby, Nr Grantham NG33 4HW Marion and John T. 01476 585311 E. marionlittlehumby@yahoo.co.uk www.granarycottage.blogspot.com 18th century former granary, furnished to high standard. Old beams, woodburner and central heating. Situated off village green, close to owner’s farmhouse in pleasant rural hamlet. All inclusive, ample parking. Pub with restaurant one mile.

Price range per week: £190 - £350 Units: 1 bedroom per unit: 1 sleeps min: 1 max: 3

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Self Catering No’s 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 + 9 The Lily Pad, Nassington, Nr Stamford

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The Lily Pad, Northfields Lane, Nassington, Peterborough PE8 6QJ Jane Thorpe-Codman T. 01780 784394 M. 07833 680110 E. bookings@stamfordcottages.co.uk www.stamfordcottages.co.uk + facebook Bespoke stone cottages and apartments. Indoor pool, any length of stay, ideal for guests with mobility issues. Function area for up to 50 guests. Resident chef available.

Price range per week: £350 - £1500 (per night tariff available on request) Units: 8 Apartment/cottages from 1 bed up to 5 bed

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Thistledown, Oakham

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14 Alsthorpe Road, Oakham, Rutland LE15 6FD Cath & Rod Humphrey T. 01572 722445 M. 07504476999 E. info@rutlandwaterselfcatering.co.uk www.rutlandwaterselfcatering.co.uk Three bedroom property with private walled garden, garage and off street parking. Within walking distance of Oakham town centre, railway station and cycle track to Rutland Water.

Price range per week: £250 - £503 Units: 1 bedroom per unit: 3 sleeps min: 1 max: 5

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Cuckoo Barn Lodge

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Cuckoo Barn Lodge, Tickencote Road, Exton, Oakham, Rutland LE15 8BA Dick Milton T. 01780 460114 M. 07768 708220 E. hello@cuckoobarnlodge.co.uk www.cuckoobarnlodge.co.uk Luxury for country lovers overlooking old meadows in an idylic Rutland valley. Convenient for Rutland Water, Stamford and Burghley. A perfect place to catch up with friends, relax in stunning countryside or curl up in front of the log stove.

Price range: £611 - £940 Unit: 3 double / twin bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with spacious open plan living room, kitchen and log burner

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19 Church Court, Stamford

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c/o 64 High Street, St. Martins, Stamford PE9 2LA Debbie Rimmer T. 01780 756611 M. 07722 831783 E. timothy.rimmer@talk21.com www.sites.google.com/site/stamfordcottage Self contained Victorian cottage. Open plan living area downstairs including well equipped kitchen. Parking for one car. Near the George of Stamford and Burghley Park and walking distance of all Stamford facilities. Flexible short breaks available.

Price range per week: £350 - £420 Units: 1 bedroom per unit: 2 sleeps min: 1 max: 5

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Self Catering Catering No. 9 Burghley Lane, Stamford

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9 Burghley Lane, Stamford PE9 2LT Jane Thorpe-Codman T. 01780 784394 M. 07833680110 E. bookings@stamfordcottages.co.uk www.stamfordcottages.co.uk Next to Burghley Park, walking distance to Stamford, kitchen with dining and sitting room.

Stamford’s longest established self-catering cottage. Any length of stay available, flexible check-in days.

Price range per week: £350 - £900 (per night tariff available on request depending on occupancy numbers) Units: 1 bedroom per unit: 4 sleeps min: 1 max: 8

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Stretton Lakes, Stretton, Nr Oakham

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Stretton, Nr Oakham, Rutland LE15 7QS Rachel Needham T. 01780 410507 E. info@strettonlakes.co.uk www.strettonlakes.co.uk Six luxury log cabins with private hot tubs surrounded by woodland overlooking our fishing lakes. Ideally situated for Oakham and Stamford, close to award wining local pubs.

Price range per week: £430 - £925, Mini break £310 - £665 Units: 3 x 2 bedroom sleep max: 6, 3 x 1 bedroom sleep max: 2

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Wood View, Between Stamford and Grantham

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c/o Lucklaw House, 13 Corby Road, Swayfield, Grantham NG33 4LQ Mrs Alison Bairsto T. 01476 550097 M. 07840 540259 E. bears178@aol.com Self-contained detached first floor comfortable apartment situated in a quiet rural location with private garden and spectacular views. Close to a wealth of tourist attractions.

Burghley House, Grimsthorpe Castle and Rutland Water. Brochure available.

Price range per week: £250 - £340 Units: 1 bedroom per unit: 1 sleeps min: 1 max: 2

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Manor Barn, Walcot, Nr Grantham Manor House, Walcot, Sleaford, Lincs NG34 0SU Mrs S A Knight T. 01529 497386 M. 07976 629966 E. knightmanor99@hotmail.com www.selfcateringlincs.co.uk Recently converted 18th century barn to provide quality accommodation for 6/7 people.

Tranquil setting in quiet village equidistant between market towns of Sleaford, Bourne and Grantham. Convenient for Burghley House.

Price range per week: £350 - £800 Units: 1 bedroom per unit: 3 sleeps min: 2 max: 6/7

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Self Ca Self Catering Hall Farm, Nr Peterborough

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Hall Yard, Kings Cliffe, Peterborough PE8 6XQ Sarah Winfrey T. 01780 470796 M: 07906 502494 E: info@hallfarmkingscliffe.co.uk www.hallfarmkingscliffe.co.uk A quiet village location offering two types of recently refurbished self-catering accommodation set around a beautiful stone courtyard. Comfortable quality living each with kitchen, dining, living, bedroom with one king-size or two single beds and bathroom/ensuite.

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Fineshade Abbey

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Fineshade, Northamptonshire NN17 3BA Fiona McNamara M. 07940 838235 E. bookings@fineshadecottages.co.uk www.fineshadecottages.co.uk Stunning holiday cottage in breathtaking surroundings within the grounds of Fineshade Abbey. Two bedroom cottage, one double, one twin room, open plan kitchen/living room with log burner.

Price range per week: From £395 for 7 nights Units: 2 bedroom cottage, 1 double, 1 bunk beds, open plan kitchen/living room with log burner

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Waterloo Studios, Belton Nr. Grantham

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4 Waterloo Cottages, Belton NG32 2LN Rhona Repton & Richard Terrill T. 01476 592988 F. 01476 592989 Church Farm, Church Lane, Great Gonerby NG31 8JU E. admin@stayandplaybelton.co.uk www.stayandplaybelton.co.uk Contemporary accommodation. Linen, towels and utilities included. Neighbouring Belton Woods Activity Resort and Belton House. Easy access to many attractions.

Price range per week: £250 - £350 Units: 2, bedroom per unit: 1 sleeps min: 1 max: 2

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The Manor Stables, Bourne

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21 Church Street Haconby Bourne PE10 0UJ Mandy Foottit T. 01778 570555 M. 07711 169695 E. info@jangusestates.com www.jangusestates.com Situated in the village of Haconby near Bourne, the accommodation has been furnished to a high standard, with attention to detail and comfort. The property is light and airy with an English country feel and enjoys south facing view across open fields. Cyclists and walkers welcome.

Price range: Mid week break from £275 Unit: 1 bedroom with king size bed (e)

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Self Catering Park Gate 13 Burghley Lane, Stamford

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13 Burghley Lane, Stamford PE9 2LT Mandy Foottit T. 01778 570555 M. 07711 169695 E. info@jangusestates.com www.jangusestates.com This Grade II Listed town house is superbly located in the historic town of Stamford with its many superb restaurants and shops all within close walking distance. Beautiful accommodation provided over four floors and furnished to a high standard with fine attention to detail.

Price range: From £395 for midweek break Units: double: 1(sh) twin 1(sh)

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Rest and be Thankful, Nr. Peterborough

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2 Old Sulehay Cottages, Yarwell, Peterborough. PE8 6PA Mrs Kathryn Hibbins T. 01780 783082/07590 443426 E. kathryn.hibbins@btinternet.com www.sulehaycottages.co.uk Located next to the borders of Lincolnshire, Rutland, Northamptonshire and Cambridgeshire, this delightful two bedroomed holiday property, attached to the owners’ home, offers a peaceful retreat with views across rolling countryside.

Price range per week: £75.00 - £125.00 per night Special rates for Burghley Horse Trials Units: double: 1(sh) kingsize 1(sh)

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Kilthorpe Grange The Cottage

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Barrowden Road, Ketton, Rutland PE9 3RL Alan Whymark T. 01780 721313 M. 07715343014 kilthorpepools@outlook.com www.kilthorpeholidays.com Kilthorpe Holidays offers a luxury guest house, self catering holiday cottage, conference room and specimen carp fishing, all in the quiet and picturesque county of Rutland.

Price range: £210-£270 per night Units: 2 Double (sh) +Pull out double sofa bed in living room(sh)

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● Please refer to the map on page 35 for map references Prices

Complaints

The price range shown for accommodation such as hotels and guest houses are for ‘the lowest price single room to the highest price double room’, per night including breakfast unless otherwise stated. Self-catering prices shown are for ‘low season to high season’, per unit per week.

If you have a complaint, it’s always best to talk to the owner who will usually do their best to resolve any problems. Properties inspected by the QIT (www.qualityintourism.com) or the AA (www.theaa.com) have procedures available on their websites.

Please note prices can always be subject to change and some providers may require a non refundable deposit.

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The Tourist Information Centres are only advertising accommodation and cannot take responsibility or complaints for any establishment featured in this guide.

Lincoln A1

A46

A15

COLLINGHAM

METHERINGHAM

A46 A15 A617 SOUTHWELL

A17 LEADENHAM

Newark-on-Trent

A17

A46 A607

Sleaford

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OSBOURNBY A15

A607

BOTTESFORD

20

10 BARROWBY

A52

Grantham

A607

WALTHAM ON THE WOLDS

11 40 FOLKINGHAM

14

VALE OF BELVOIR

A46

A15

A1

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CORBY GLEN

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Melton Mowbray 41

1 25

Bourne

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A1

Oakham

A6003

Uppingham

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Market Deeping 16

38 46 A15 A47

A43 CORBY

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A47

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A6003

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Stamford

Rutland Water

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THURLBY A15

19 2

A47

Spalding

A151

21 A606

17

A151

COLSTERWORTH

A607

A47

A52

A52

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DENTON

A606

A17

HECKINGTON

A153

8 A52

RUSKINGTON

CRANWELL

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30

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Peterborough

12 A605

A1m

A43

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SPALDING A1175

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Dates are set for 21-25 September for our third festival in celebration of Sir Isaac Newton, his thinking and legacy.

It’s a milestone year for the scientific community and his followers.

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...its going to be amazing!!

and outdoor performances, exhibitions, talks, heritage, and children’s events and workshops. Don’t miss it!

2016 marks the 350th anniversary of Newton’s ground-breaking law on gravitational forces following observations of a falling apple at his birthplace and childhood home at Woolsthorpe Manor, south of Grantham.

It’s also Woolsthorpe’s ‘Year of Wonders’ part of its wider ‘Illuminating Newton’ project.

As a physicist, mathematician, astronomer, natural philosopher, alchemist and theologian, Isaac Newton changed the world.

Gravity Fields Festival will inspire with science presentations, theatre, indoor arts and education, fantastic light shows

For more information visit www.gravityfields.co.uk

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@gravityfields facebook.com/gravityfields

How to get here

By Road The A1 main trunk road from London to Edinburgh passes close to Stamford and Grantham. From the M1, leave at junction 25 and take the A52 from Derby to Grantham or leave at junction 21 and take the A46/607 from Leicester via Melton to Grantham. Stamford is approximately 20 miles south of Grantham via the A1.

By Rail Grantham is just over an hour direct from London’s Kings Cross, and 35 minutes direct from Nottingham. There is a connecting train from Peterborough or Leicester to Stamford.

Disclaimer The copyright of all text, maps and images in this brochure remains with South Kesteven District Council. Disclaimer: South Kesteven District Council cannot accept any responsibility for the accuracy of information, although every care is taken to ensure that the publication content is correct at the time of going to print.

This information can be made available in large print, braille, on audio tape/CD or electronic file and in a number of languages. If you, or someone you know, might benefit from this service, please contact us on the numbers above.

FOR ALL YOUR

Tourist Information Stamford Tourist Information 27 St Mary’s Street, Stamford, PE9 2DL Open: Monday to Saturday 9.30pm – 5pm E. stamfordtic@southkesteven.gov.uk T. 01780 755611 Grantham Tourist Information Guildhall Arts Centre, St Peter’s Hill, Grantham, Lincolnshire NG31 6PZ Open: Monday – Friday 9.30am to 4.30pm, Saturday 9.30am – 2pm E. granthamtic@southkesteven.gov.uk T. 01476 406166

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This guide is provided by Cultural Services, Venues and Facilities, South Kesteven District Council, St. Peter’s Hill, Grantham, Lincolnshire NG31 6PZ www.southkesteven.gov.uk