Make the most of the Bank Holiday weekend this Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday, with a range of events suitable for family, friends, couples and everyone in between.

22nd Rutland Beer Festival

The 22nd Rutland Beer Festival held at The Grainstore Brewery brings together a wide range of real ales from around the UK. and will be featuring over seventy Real Ales with an array of golden ales, stouts, bitters, porters and barley wines and a wide selection of traditional ciders.

There will be live entertainment and barbecues every day.

Opening Times:

Thursday - 5pm until Midnight

Friday - 11am until 1.30am

Saturday - 9am until 1.30am

Sunday - 9am until 1.30am

Monday - 11am until Midnight

Admission is free. There is a deposit of £3.00 on a commemorative Rutland Beer Festival glass, which is yours to keep, or return for a full refund.

There will be a range of local bands playing, including Dirty Rumour and Funked Up - and many more.

The festival will be held both inside the Brewery and under the marquee in the busy beer garden (image courtesy of The Grainstore)

Vintage Steam Rally

On the 27th, 28th and 29th of August, Stapleford Miniature Railway will be hosting a vintage steam rally, suitable for enthusiasts and families alike.

This classic vintage steam rally will have camping, and the heritage miniature steam railway will be in operation - and much more! 

Tickets range from FREE to £5, with camping for the whole weekend priced at only £40.

(image courtesy of Stapleford Miniature Railway)

Cutts Close Bank holiday Music Fair

On Sunday the 28th and Monday the 29th of August, Cutts Close will play host to a range of local sellers, food stalls and Rutland-based musicians in a family-friendly event organised by Oakham Town Council.

Sunday the 28th will bring:

Mcgoo Irish Band from 12pm - 2pm

Vesper from 2:30pm - 4:30pm 

Top Banana Band from 5pm - 7pm

Monday the 29th will host more bands, plus a free Punch and Judy show:

Marlow and smith from 12pm - 2pm

Los Cojones from 3pm - 5pm

Guests have enjoyed the music in the park all summer

See you out and about this weekend enjoying the range of events on offer.

Don't forget to check out our weekly weather forecast before you head out!