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Delve into Oakham
Oakham in District of Rutland (England) with it's 10,922 habitants is a town located in United Kingdom about 84 mi (or 135 km) north of London, the country's capital town.
Time in Oakham is now 05:17 PM (Thursday). The local timezone is named Europe / London with an UTC offset of zero hours. We know of 12 airports closer to Oakham, of which 5 are larger airports. The closest airport in United Kingdom is RAF Cottesmore in a distance of 6 mi (or 10 km), North-East. Besides the airports, there are other travel options available (check left side).
There are several Unesco world heritage sites nearby. The closest heritage site in United Kingdom is Derwent Valley Mills in a distance of 27 mi (or 43 km), North. Also, if you like the game of golf, there are some options within driving distance. In need of a room? We compiled a list of available hotels close to the map centre further down the page.
Since you are here already, you might want to pay a visit to some of the following locations: Brooke, Langham, Burley, Manton and Ashwell. To further explore this place, just scroll down and browse the available info.
Local weather forecast
Todays Local Weather Conditions & Forecast: 1°C / 34 °F
Morning Temperature | -1°C / 31 °F |
Evening Temperature | -0°C / 31 °F |
Night Temperature | 1°C / 34 °F |
Chance of rainfall | 0% |
Air Humidity | 83% |
Air Pressure | 999 hPa |
Wind Speed | Moderate breeze with 12 km/h (8 mph) from East |
Cloud Conditions | Few clouds, covering 15% of sky |
General Conditions | Light rain |
Friday, 22nd of November 2024
2°C (36 °F)
0°C (33 °F)
Light rain, fresh breeze, broken clouds.
Saturday, 23rd of November 2024
7°C (44 °F)
13°C (55 °F)
Rain and snow, strong breeze, overcast clouds.
Sunday, 24th of November 2024
14°C (57 °F)
11°C (51 °F)
Light rain, strong breeze, overcast clouds.
Hotels and Places to Stay
Kings Arms Inn
The Finchs Arms
Brook Whipper-In Hotel
The Old Wisteria Hotel
Hambleton Hall
Broccoli Bottom
The White Lion Inn
Barnsdale Lodge Rutland Water
Videos from this area
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oakham fire station turnout (2xScanias)
Oakham fire station (Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service) in Rutland turnout the Wholetime 1st away pump and then the Retained 2nd away pump to a property fire in Cottesmore. This was filmed...
The Cottesmore Hunt Oakham Rutland Cutts Close Boxing Day 2014 Video
The Cottesmore Hunt Oakham Rutland Cutts Close Boxing Day 2014 Video.
James Frieland Manager Oakham Enterprise Park, Rutland County Councils Bouncer
James Frieland Manager Oakham Enterprise Park, Rutland County Councils Bouncer.
HSBC Bank Oakham Late Night Maintenance Receives Leicestershire Police Emergency
HSBC Bank Oakham Late Night Maintenance Receives Leicestershire Police Emergency.
Oakham Castle, Great Hall, Rutland County Museum Crime & Punishment, Mary Victorian Pick Pocket
Oakham Castle, Great Hall, Rutland County Museum Crime & Punishment Rutland County Council put on event no very well attended, even though Mary the Victorian pick pocket was in town.
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Marching To The Church, Oakham. Remembrance Day 2014 Video
Marching To The Church, Oakham. Remembrance Day 2014.
Larkfleet Homes Old Rugby Club Site Oakham Building Work Starts
Larkfleet Homes Old Rugby Club Site Oakham Building Work Starts.
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Attractions and noteworthy things
Distances are based on the centre of the city/town and sightseeing location. This list contains brief abstracts about monuments, holiday activities, national parcs, museums, organisations and more from the area as well as interesting facts about the region itself. Where available, you'll find the corresponding homepage. Otherwise the related wikipedia article.
Rutland Radio
Rutland Radio is an Independent Local Radio station broadcasting since December 1998 from Knights Yard, Gaol Street in Oakham to Rutland on 107.2FM and Stamford on 97.4FM.
Oakham railway station
Oakham railway station serves the town of Oakham in Rutland, England. The station is situated almost halfway between Leicester – 27 miles to the west – and Peterborough – 25 miles eastward on the (as built) Syston and Peterborough Railway, the line is now part of the much bigger Birmingham to Peterborough Line. Oakham is Rutland's only surviving passenger railway station.
Oakham to Kettering Line
The Oakham to Kettering Railway Line is a railway line in the East Midlands of England. Currently it has one passenger station in operation, at Corby.
Oakham Canal
The Oakham Canal ran from Oakham, Rutland to Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire in the East Midlands of England. It opened in 1802, but it was never a financial success, and it suffered from the lack of an adequate water supply. It closed after 45 years, when it was bought by the Midland Railway to allow the Syston and Peterborough Railway to be built, partly along its course.
Hereward Way
Hereward Way is a long-distance footpath in England. The path takes its name from Hereward the Wake, the 11th century leader who fought against William the Conqueror, who had his base on the Isle of Ely that is located near to the middle of the path. Each end of the path has a railway station. Stations towards the centre of the path are located at Shippea Hill and Ely. The footpath runs through Stamford, Peterborough, March, Ely and Brandon. It also goes through Thetford Forest.
Oakham Castle
Oakham Castle is located in Oakham, Rutland, England. It was constructed between 1180 and 1190, in the reign of Henry II for Walchelin de Ferriers, Lord of the Manor of Oakham. The Castle is known for its collection of massive horseshoes and is also recognised as one of the best examples of domestic Norman architecture in England. Admission to the castle is free. Oakham Castle is owned and managed by Rutland County Council. Oakham Castle is licensed for civil ceremonies.
Oakham School Ground
Oakham School is a cricket ground in Oakham, England. The land is owned by Oakham School. The ground was first used by the Leicestershire 1st XI in 1935 for County Championship matches and in 2001 for one-day matches. In 2008, the ground will host two Friends Provident Trophy matches, the opponents being Warwickshire and Nottinghamshire. The ground has hosted 9 first-class matches and 7 List A matches. Game Information: Game Statistics: first-class: Game Statistics: one-day matches:
Rutland County College
Rutland County College is a post-16 (or sixth-form) college, based mainly in Oakham, Rutland, England. In September 2012 it opened on a new site in Barleythorpe on the outskirts of Oakham. Originally called Rutland Sixth Form College, it was built on the site of the former Rutland Girls' Grammar School. It was incorporated into Tresham College in August 2000, changing its name to Rutland College. In 2009 Tresham Institute announced its intention to withdraw from Oakham.
All Saints' Church, Oakham
All Saints' Church, Oakham is a parish church in the Church of England in Oakham, Rutland.
Rutland County Museum
Rutland County Museum is located in Oakham, Rutland, in the old Riding School of the Rutland Fencible Cavalry which was built in 1794-95. The museum, opened in 1969, houses a collection of objects relating to local rural and agricultural life, social history and archaeology. Temporary exhibitions are shown alongside the permanent displays and there are activities for children. The museum has recently begun social networking, via Twitter and Facebook.