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What's on in Oakham this weekend: Ballet, charity walk and a new year's eve dip

By Grace Kennington   1st Jan 2026

Start the new year with a refreshing New Year's Eve dip at Rutland Water (Photo: Nub News)
Start the new year with a refreshing New Year's Eve dip at Rutland Water (Photo: Nub News)

What's on in Oakham is brought to you by our sponsors, Rutland Farm Park and Wisteria Hotel.

There's loads going on this weekend with a host of events taking place in and around Oakham and Rutland this weekend, from a charity walk, New Year's dip and festive ballet.

Read on to find out more, or check out our What's On page for other upcoming local events.

You can add your own events to our 'What's On' page too by clicking here.

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New Year's Day Charity Walk at Belvoir Castle

On New Years Day, there will be a charity walk at Belvoir Castle to mark the 30th Anniversary of Dove Cottage Day Hospice and allow visitors to get some fresh air and explore the beautiful surroundings - all while raising funds for a good cause.

The Charity Walk costs £5 with free car parking and visitors will get access to Belvoir Castle's formal gardens and stunning parkland, following three different routes.

Click here to find out more.

New Year's Day Dip

If you want to start 2026 off in a memorable way, why not join the New Years Day Dip at Rutland Water.

Taking place from 11am on 1 January, swimmers will meet at Rutland Harbour Cafe before taking part in a New Years Day dip, with hot chocolate, soup and more available afterwards to warm up.

Click here to find out more.

The Nutcracker at Stamford Corn Exchange Theatre

Lincolnshire Youth Ballet will be performing the timeless Christmas class, The Nutcracker, featuring professional ballet dancers Paul Meneu and Lucy Meneu.

The show will be performed at 1pm and 6pm on Sunday 4 January at Stamford Corn Exchange Theatre.

Click here to find out more.

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Looking for something else? Take a look at our full 'What's On' page for all events.

You can also share your own events on our What's On page for FREE by clicking the 'Nub It' button.

Have a great weekend, from the team at Oakham Nub News!

     

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