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What's on in Oakham this weekend: explore Oakham, feast on tea and cakes, and enjoy live music

By Evie Payne

4th Aug 2022 | Local News

Freudian Slippers rehearsing (image courtesy of Freudian Slippers)
Freudian Slippers rehearsing (image courtesy of Freudian Slippers)

There are a range of events to keep the whole family entertained on a budget this weekend, from a trip to Rutland Water Sailing Club, an historic tour of Oakham, or live music from local favourites, Freudian Slippers.

Walking Tour of Oakham

Discover historic Oakham with an experienced Oakham Castle guide and then enjoy tea and cake at the popular Castle Cottage Café.

This will take place on Saturday the 6th of August from 2.30pm until 4pm.

Tickets are £14 per adult, and £8 per child.

Find out more and book here - and don't forget to leave room for cake!

Oakham Town Crier

On Saturday the 6th of August, Adam Lowe will be 'crying' in Oakham Market Place.

This will begin at 10.30am at the Town Pump and is a free community event.

Oakham Market Place is bustling every Wednesday and Saturday

Rutland Sailing Club Sailability Regatta

On Saturday the 6th and Sunday the 7th of August, Rutland Sailing Club are hosting the RYA Multiclass Regatta. 

There will be a range of sailors competing in this accessible sailing event, including wheelchair users.

Have you ever wondered how to get into sailing, but not sure how?

Find out more here.

Rutland Water Beach

Rutland Water Beach at Sykes Lane is also now open.

Car parking for the day is £10.

Click here to find out everything you need to know to plan your visit - we are due sun this weekend, so why not?

Boats out on the water at Rutland Sailing Club

Freudian Slippers at Cutts Close

On Sunday the 7th of August, Freudian Slippers will be the guest band playing at Oakham Town Council's Sunday Concert in Cutts Close.

They will be performing in the bandstand from 2:30pm until 4:30pm.

Guests to the event will be able to buy ice-cream, food, join in fundraising for the Rutland Girlguides, and more.

This event is free.

Find out more and check out the upcoming Cutts Close music schedule here.

Cutts Close and bandstand

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