Lake
Rutland Water
Oakham, East Midlands
A big reservoir with an osprey reserve, cycle path and a church on a peninsula.
- Cost
- Free
- Booking
- No need to book
- Time to allow
- 3 hours

The 25-mile loop is popular with cyclists and walkers. Hire bikes at Whitwell or Barnsdale. The Egleton reserve has hides.
- Best time
- Summer
- Open
- All year
- Getting there
- Several car parks around the lake
- Vehicles
- Campervans fine
- Dogs
- Dogs on a lead
Facilities
- Picnic tables
- Toilets
The location is approximate. Check the official website before you go.
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