What's on in Rutland: March 2018

11 March 2018
Please Note! More information regarding promotions and events will be added as we hear about them!

Find out what's on in and around the county for March, with fun for all the family.
Note: Events will be added to this page as we hear about them
Email RutlandBlog@yahoo.com and tell us all about a local event or event in Rutland you're hosting and we'll feature it on our page and tell our readers about it!

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Wednesday 14th March
Where: The Falcon Hotel, Uppingham
Time: 3:00pm or 6:30pm
Price: FREE
About: Dementia Friends Information Sessions are run by volunteer Dementia Friends Champions, who are trained and supported by Alzheimer’s Society. Each Information Session lasts about one hour. You will learn more about dementia and how you can help to create dementia friendly communities. Join us in Uppingham on March 14th at The Falcon Hotel. The first session is 3pm and the second 6.30pm.
Found on Rutland Radio


Thursday 15th March
Where: Oakham Enterprise Park
Time: 9:30am or 12:00pm
Price: FREE
About: Dementia Friends Information Sessions are run by volunteer Dementia Friends Champions, who are trained and supported by Alzheimer’s Society. Each Information Session lasts about one hour. You will learn more about dementia and how you can help to create dementia friendly communities. We are running two events at the Enterprise Park in Oakham on March 15th one at 9.30am and the other at midday.
Found on Rutland Radio


Thursday 15th March
Where: Barnsdale Gardens
Price: £34.00 (Booking essential)
About: Start your day with a cooked breakfast for us then join Nick Hamilton for a very special garden tour, to enjoy the highlights of Barnsdale at this inspirational time of year. Discover why and how individual gardens were created and find out which plants and trees are at their prime in springtime and the best place to put them in YOUR garden.


Friday 16th March
Where: Langham Village Hall
Time: 7:30pm
Price: £6.00
About: Up to 75% off High Street brands. Tickets £6 in advance from Penny Viner on 01572 771115 or via Langham & Barleythorpe WI on Facebook.
Found on Rutland Radio

Saturday 17th March
Where: Rutland Water Fishing Lodge
Time: 10:00am
Price: Volunteers receive FREE parking
About: We're joining in the Great British Spring Clean! So come along, have some cake, have a natter and let's keep Rutland Water Green!Anyone taking part will get a voucher for a full day's free parking at any car park around Rutland Water.

Saturday 17th March
Where: Uppingham Town Hall
Time: 8:00pm
Price: £7.50
About: Uppingham Come Dancing - Ballroom, Sequence, Latin and Old-Time. Something for everyone! Bring your own refreshments. Prizes for raffle would be greatly appreciated.
Found on Rutland Radio

Monday 19th March
Where: Oakham Library
Time: 2:30pm
Price: FREE
About: Every fortnight on a Monday, with signposting, navigation, one to one support and information and advice. More info - email leicester.andrutlandmhm@nhs.net. 24-hour helpline 0300 323 0187. Office 0116 208 1505. Referrals 0300 323 0189
Found on Rutland Radio

Thursday 22nd March
Where: Barnsdale Hall Hotel
Time: 6:30pm
Price: £5.00
About: Join us on the 22.03.18 where we will have three experts on hand to give you some insight and knowledge into the some of the finest wines around the world. We’re very privileged to have Sammy Wilkinson (Crown Cellars, Worldwide Wines & Spirits) joining us, local expert knowledge from Hambleton Bakery and an insight into some of the tastiest cheeses from VegFactor. Tickets are limited and are just £5.00 with proceeds being donated to The Air Ambulance Service. Tickets are available from the Hotel Bar & Restaurant.
Found on Rutland Radio

Friday 23rd March
Where: Wing Village Hall
Time: 7:00pm
Price: £5.00
About: Auction of promises, tickets £5 which included a ploughman's supper. See a full list of the promises on the website www.dovecottage.org. Auctioneer Jeff Dale of Oakham Auction Centre.
Found on Rutland Radio

Sunday 25th March
Where: The Grainstore Brewery Tap, Oakham
Time: 10:00am
Price: £10 per car
About: Following on from last years great event we are holding another Car Treasure Hunt. Starts with registration at 10am at  The Grainstore Brewery Tap, Oakham followed by a 2-3 hour drive around Oakham and Rutland including stops. About 40 miles drive through the wonderful countryside around Rutland. £10 per car - great prizes and great fun.Breakfast is available at The Grainstore beforehand but booking is recommended.

Sunday 25th March
Where: Casterton College
Time: 10:00am
Price: £2.00
About: Entry is £2 for Adults or you can download a 2-4-1 voucher (here) from the mum2mum website. Kids go free. Thousands of fantastic nearly new bargains will be up for grabs. Everything from sterilisers to scooters, clothes, books, toys games, equipment and more.

Sunday 25th March
Where: Normanton Park Hotel
Time: 11:00am
Price: FREE (Click here to book)
About: Nicole Hope Smith Wedding Fayres brings you a Spring fayre for engaged couples around Rutland. Best Western Normanton Park Hotel offers a beautiful backdrop for your wedding day. We are situated on 5 acres of gardens and parkland overlooking Rutland Water. The perfect surroundings I for those all important pictures. At Best Western Normanton Park Hotel our emphasis is always focused on quality of service, whether we are helping to arrange your wedding plans or simply hosting your reception. Our dedicated and experienced wedding co-ordinators will help guide you through planning your big day so its everything you ever wished it could be.

Wednesday 28th March
Where: Fish Tank Sushi, Oakham
Time: 11:00am
Price: £1 each
About: You and your little one are invited to join us for a fun-filled hour of FOOD glorious FOOD games, stories, and creative play. Ideally suited for 1 - 4-year-olds but all ages welcome. 

Saturday 31st March
Where: Oakham Castle
Time: 10:30am
Price: Unknown
About: Try your hand at archery and, like Robin Hood, attempt to win a prize for skilful shooting. As a special treat, there will be an Easter egg challenge for you to try and win an Easter Egg prize.



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