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Rutland Water Park not only brings vital water resources for the region, but also provides a fantastic day out for all the family.

Whether you’re looking for an action-packed day on the water, a spot of fishing to escape the stresses and strains of everyday life, or simply want to enjoy a relaxing walk in beautiful surroundings, you don’t need to look any further than Rutland Water Park.

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Enjoy your big back garden

The water we work with doesn’t just flow through pipes. It creates habitats for wildlife, and space for people to play and relax.

Why not purchase an Anglian Water Season Car Park Pass.

Annual Permits allow you to park all day at any of the 4 Car Parks at Rutland Water and also includes car parks at Grafham, Pitsford and Alton Water Parks.

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Nature Reserve

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Whitwell Creek Dam

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Old Hall

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Tourist Information Centre & Gift Shop

For new visitors to Rutland Water, this is definitely a good place to start; our friendly staff are on hand to help you get the most from your visit. We can suggest interesting visits for groups; provide an accommodation service and information on our water parks. You can also buy a wide variety of gifts and souvenirs to remember your day.

Tel: 01780 686800Email: TIC@anglianwater.co.uk

Rutland Water Nature Reserve

The nature reserve is one of the finest in the UK and is home to Ospreys from early Spring to September, as well as internationally important numbers of wildfowl. The two visitor centres at Egleton and Lyndon, provide access to miles of nature trails, exploring ancient woodlands and wildflower meadows. These lead to 27 hides overlooking 8 shallow water lagoons, shoreline and wetland areas. You can also buy a range of natural history gifts, drinks, ice cream and confectionery from the visitor centres. Annual Nature Reserve permits are available that also provide access to our other nature reserves at Pitsford, Ravensthorpe, Taverham Mill, Alton Water, Grafham Water and Hollowell.

Tel: 01572 770651 Web: www.rutlandwater.org.uk Osprey website: www.osprey.org.uk

Rutland Water Sailing Club

With over 3,000 acres of water to enjoy, Rutland Sailing Club is set in 13 acres on the south shore of Rutland Water at Edith Weston. The club is open 7 days a week and has a sailing school with RYA qualified instructors for both adults and younger sailors. A Chandlery situated on site supplies parts, spares, clothing and much more.

Tel: 01780 721999Email: info@rutlandsailingschool.co.ukWeb: www.rutlandsc.co.uk

Climbing Wall Rockbloc

The 8m high outdoor climbing wall and abseil tower provides the perfect opportunity for both novice and experienced climbers by using colour graded routes creating a challenge for everyone. You can also try our ultimate adrenaline experience on the tree top level high ropes course – why not have a go at being Tarzan or Jane balancing on wires and jumping between platforms. Expert and knowledgeable instructors will supervise at all times and will be on hand to answer any questions.

Tel: 01780 460060 Web: www.rockbloc.com

Rutland Water Cycle Hire

Make use of the traffic free waterside cycle routes by hiring a bike from one of the largest and most varied hire fleets in Europe. Rutland Water Cycle Hire offers a range of current models including Kona, Giant, Whyte and Specialized to name a few. You don’t have to be a pro cyclist to enjoy a ride around the water park. It’s a great day out for groups of friends or couples, why not try out a tandem - always a laugh! We also cater for the kids too with child seats and buggies, making us an ideal day out for the family.

Tel: Whitwell Main Centre 01780 460705or Normanton Centre 01780 720888Email: sales@rutlandcycling.co.ukWeb: www.rutlandcycling.co.uk

Fishing

Rutland Water is the destination for all Stillwater Fly Fishers’. Regularly stocked with Rainbow and Brown trout that can grow to over 15lb, there’s always the chance to catch that fish of a lifetime! Fly fishing tuition, boat hire and a fully stocked tackle shop is available at the Fishing Lodge at Normanton.

Tel: 01780 686441Email: fishing@anglianwater.co.ukWeb: www.anglianwater.co.uk/leisure

Normanton Church

Rutland’s best known landmark sits half submerged on the edge of Rutland Water. Formerly the church of St Matthew at Normanton, it was deconsecrated and almost demolished when the reservoir was built in the 1970s. Now a visitor centre the church is also licensed for the registration of civil weddings and partnerships.

Tel: 01780 686800Email: TIC@anglianwater.co.uk

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Rutland Watersports

The Rutland Watersports Centre is located on the North Shore at Whitwell. You can hire rowing boats, canoes and kayaks, and with no experience needed, everyone, no matter what their age and ability can enjoy getting out on to the water.

If you hold relevant qualifications, there’s also the chance to hire windsurfers and sailing dinghies, and if sailing or windsurfing is something that you would like to learn, then the Watersports Centre is the ideal place to start.

We’re an accredited RYA and BCU recognised centre that runs a variety of courses and tuition for adults and juniors, all year round and we‘re also the perfect option for corporate days and birthday parties.

The centre doubles up as a well stocked watersports and leisure clothing retail shop, where you can buy anything from board shorts, bikinis, to windsurf boards, shackles and wetsuits.

Tel: 01780 460154Web: www.anglianwater.co.uk/leisure

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Water Cruises – Rutland Belle

Enjoy a circular cruise with commentary around the water between April and October. Passengers are welcomed aboard at Whitwell Harbour & Normanton Church (where gentle ramps and boarding lifts assist the physically disabled). If you would like details of the cruise timetable, contact Rutland Water Cruises Limited.

Tel: 01572 787630Web: www.rutlandwatercruises.com

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Four Foxes Catering

Try a tasty take away treat, ice cream and hot or cold drinks from one of four cafes located in each of the major car parks around the water park.

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Harbour Bar and Café

This fully licensed Café Bar & Restaurant is ideally located at Whitwell Creek, adjacent to the Rutland Belle. It is a great place to meet for a coffee, award winning food and friendly service, whilst enjoying the wonderful views across the water park or watching the water-sports activities taking place nearby.

A wide choice of menu is available from a ‘lite bite’ to full evening meal with grills and seafood being the speciality. Groups and families are welcome all year round and enquiries for private functions are also welcome.

Tel: 01780 461288

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L’Oliveto Due – Café/Bar/Ristorante

Whether you are out with family, meeting friends, a business lunch or a celebration - L’Oliveto Due is the perfect place to dine. Situated on Normanton car park, it offers fantastic authentic Italian food served with only the best wine around. Our fish is freshly delivered daily. Come to L’Oliveto Due and experience a true Italian atmosphere day and night, with spectacular waterside views. Any celebration welcome.

Tel: 01780 461294

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