Discover Rutland, in partnership with The Barnsdale, are pleased to offer a FREE prize draw to win a stay at one of the top local hotels, The Barnsdale, based right in the heart of Rutland close to Rutland Water.

We’re offering the chance to win a luxury Rutland escape with dinner, bed, breakfast and spa, before the 31st of May 2025 with this FREE prize draw.

The Barnsdale offers an ideal base to explore one of England’s most charming counties – often described as the Cotswolds without the crowds. Just picture yourself enjoying champagne by the pool after a full spa session for a night of your choosing!

What’s included in the Prize?

Included in the luxurious break at The Barnsdale, the winner will receive the following during their stay;

The best double room available at the time
Two, 60-minute Spa treatments
3-course dinner for 2 people
Breakfast for 2 people
Prize worth over £450!

Rutland is one of the best kept secrets of the English countryside and is absolutely brimming with things to see and do. Being in the East Midlands, Rutland enjoys a convenient central location, being 100 miles from both London and York.

Here are our Top 5 Things to do in the area;

Wander the local market towns of Uppingham, Oakham and Stamford and enjoy a spot of shopping, be it for antiques, gifts or the latest fashion, with the requisite afternoon tea stop!
Marvel at Rutland Water; either by biking around it, enjoying watersports on it, or appreciating the nature reserve which thrives by it.
Visit gardens or parkland; from the collection of individually designed areas at Barnsdale Gardens, to the extensive grounds at Burghley House, there is plenty of outdoor space to explore. We also have an impressive range of quality garden centres in the area to inspire!
Eat Local; Rutland is known as The County of Good Taste due to it’s plentiful quality food and drink producers, and the fantastic range of pubs, restaurants and tearooms where you can enjoy local produce.
Stay somewhere special; Rutland has lots of quality accommodation to make your holiday memorable, The Barnsdale not only offers a fantastic hotel, but also self catering Rutland Retreats all a stones throw from Rutland Water.