Oakham Castle will be getting dressed to impress this weekend.

The team at Oakham Castle's Great Hall will be showcasing the special venue for weddings and events on 24 February 2024 from 11am until 3pm.

This will give locals the chance to see the historic building set up for weddings and events and explore the history of the local attraction.

The Great Hall of Oakham Castle is the "finest surviving example of Norman domestic architecture in Europe." It was built between 1180 and 1190, the surviving structure the impressive Great Hall of the Castle, where banquets and courts would have been held.

See over 230 horseshoes at Oakham Castle. Image credit: Nub News.

The Great Hall is famed for its for its unique collection of over 230 ornate ceremonial horseshoes donated by Peers of the Realm (Royalty and nobility such as Dukes, Marquis', Earls, Viscounts, Barons and Bishops). The exact origin of this custom is lost, but it continues to this day. The oldest surviving horseshoe was given to the Castle by Edward IV in 1470. Each one of the horseshoes has a story for you to discover.

In recent years, Rutland County Council bid for a Heritage Lottery Fund Grant and in 2014 Oakham Castle was awarded £2.1 Million by the Heritage Lottery Fund. Following extensive refurbishment works, the Castle re-opened to the public in May 2016, and is now open five days a week with improved facilities offering an interactive and comprehensive guide to its 800 year history.

There is a varied programme of events for adults and children alike, as well as daily activities for children. There is plenty for schools to do, too, from informal visits to full day sessions.

Now, the castle is getting dressed to impress at an upcoming event this weekend.

Join the team at Oakham Castle this weekend. Image credit: Oakham Castle.

If you're planning a dinner, afternoon tea party, Ceremony or Wedding this event is where you will find the perfect partner to help create just what you want. The friendly team will be on hand to answer all your questions and be joined by brilliant local suppliers who have work with Oakham Castle to create great events.

Entry is free.