Join in with a host of events taking place in and around Rutland this weekend, including sport, a quiz, food and family fun.

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

Quiz Night at The Plough

The weekly quiz at The Plough is a popular event at friendly village pub, and will be taking place again on Thursday 28 September. 

The event costs £1 per person to enter, max 6 person per team. 

Winning team get a round of drinks, and all teams go into a draw to crack the safe – the safe this week stands at £60. The prize draw goes up £10 per week until opened!

The Plough in Greetham have a range of events going on every week. Image credit: The Plough.

On Saturday, the team at The Plough will also be welcoming Johnny September, who will be performing 60's classics to modern day hits.

Music starts 8pm and entry is free.

Thursday Night Dinner at The Fox and Hounds

The Fox and Hounds will be hosting their £12 Thursday special again on 28 September.

This week's dish is gammon and chips, and you can enjoy a £3 Atlantic Pale Ale and other discounted drinks too!

Head down to 6 Somerby Road, Knossington to join the fun.

Prebook your table on 01664 452129.

Grab a hearty plate of food and enjoy the rugby at 6 Somerby Road, Knossington. Image credit: Nub News.

Rugby World Cup

This month, local bars and sports venues will be screening all rugby world cup games.

Join the fun at The Fox and Hounds in Knossington, The Plough in Greetham and other local pubs and bars.

Alternatively, get a feel for the game in Oakham's favourite sports bar, The Crown Tavern on Crown Walk, where landlady Lindsay is happy for customers to bring their own food - just be sure to grab a Guinness at the bar to enjoy with the exhilarating games!

Head down to Ovation or The Crown Tavern or Bills Bar to watch the Rugby World Cup this weekend. Image credit: Ovation.

Oktoberfest at The Grainstore

The Grainstore is hosting an Oktoberfest event from 29 September until 1 October 2023 where you can expect a full on weekend of live music, specially selected Oktoberfest beers, bratwurst, pretzels, Dirndls and Lederhosen! 

There is no need to book and entry is free.

Find the venue at Station Approach, Oakham, Rutland.

Join the German-themed festivities in Oakham this week. Image credit: Nub News.

Rocks by Rail Open Day

On 1 October, Rocks By Rail is hosting a family Open Day.

Take a trip on The Rutlander train and Ironstone Quarry Railway Day.

Enjoy Rocks By Rail from 10am until 4pm on Ashwell Road, Oakham LE15 7FF.

Rocks by Rail is hosting an open day this weekend. Image credit: Rocks by Rail.

Don't forget, this weekend is also your last chance to enjoy the Rutland Open Studios event too!

Check out our What's On page for more local events going on this weekend.

You can also share your own events on our What's On page for FREE by clicking the 'Nub It' button. Alternatively, email [email protected] to enquire. 

Have a great weekend!