Things to Do around Rutland

Rutland offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Road cycling, Jogging, Touring cycling, Gravel biking, and Mountain biking. The region is known for its picturesque rural landscapes and Rutland Water, providing diverse terrain for exploration.

The 25-mile (40 km) perimeter track around Rutland Water is popular for walking and jogging. Several Rutland Heritage Trails also offer routes through the countryside and charming villages. For more options, explore the Hiking around Rutland guide.

Yes, the perimeter track around Rutland Water offers relatively flat terrain suitable for easy walks. Additionally, komoot provides an Easy hikes around Rutland guide for less strenuous options. These routes are generally accessible for various fitness levels.

Rutland offers several road cycling routes, including Northern and Southern routes that explore the county's quiet roads. More challenging options like the Rutland County Boundaries loop (59.6 miles) and Oakham and Uppingham loop (61.1 miles) are also available. Detailed routes are in the Road Cycling Routes around Rutland guide.

Rutland Water features a 25-mile (40 km) perimeter track suitable for cycling, walking, and running. A shorter 17-mile route is available by bypassing the peninsula. Cycle hire is also available at Whitwell for convenience. More general cycling information can be found in the Cycling around Rutland guide.

Yes, Rutland offers options for both mountain biking and gravel biking. Specific trails can be found in the MTB Trails around Rutland guide. For gravel biking, explore the Gravel biking around Rutland guide for suitable routes.

Rutland Water is a central feature, known for its vast reservoir and recreational opportunities. Other notable landmarks include the iconic Normanton Church, which appears to 'float' on the water, and the impressive Welland Viaduct with its 82 arches. The Hambleton Peninsula offers scenic views of the reservoir.

Many routes around Rutland Water are suitable for families, offering relatively flat and well-maintained paths. The 25-mile (40 km) perimeter track is popular for walking and cycling with children. Weekly parkruns at Rutland Water also cater to all ages and abilities.

The komoot community has rated routes in Rutland highly, with an average rating of 4.79 out of 5 stars from more than 300 visitors. This indicates a positive experience for outdoor enthusiasts exploring the region.

Komoot offers several guides for Rutland, including Hiking around Rutland, Easy hikes around Rutland, Road Cycling Routes around Rutland, and Cycling around Rutland. Guides for running, gravel biking, and mountain biking are also available.

For general inquiries to Rutland County Council, the customer services team can be reached by phone. The official contact number is 01572 722 577. More information is also available on their official website.