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Oakham can be found in Rutland, England's smallest county, lying in the heart of the English Shires. Ruland Water is an artificial lake created in the 1970's and one of the largest in Europe; it is a popular venue for sailing, fishing and bird-watching. The towns of Oakham and Uppingham are handsome rural centres with elegant Georgian architecture.

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Attractions  Butterfly Farm & Aquatic Centre, Sykes Lane, North Shore, Rutland Water, Rutland, LE15 8PX. Tel: 01780 46051. 55,000 sq.ft. of walk-through jungle with free-flying butterflies and tropical birds. Ponds with koi carp and terrapins. New extension featuring tropical creepy-crawlies, iguanas and tarantulas. www.rutlandwaterbutterflyfarm.co.uk. About 5 miles east of Oakham.

Butterfly Farm & Aquatic Centre

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Attractions RUTLAND WATER NATURE RESERVE. Anglian Water Birdwatching Centre. TEL: 01572-770651. When the reservoir was constructed, various areas were set aside to cater for different types of leisure pursuits. Sailing, sailboarding, trout fishing, boats and the nature reserve. www.rutlandwater.org.uk. Location: On the outskirts of Oakham.

RUTLAND WATER NATURE RESERVE

Attractions Oakham Castle, Market Place, Oakham, Rutland. Tel: 01572 723654. Exceptionally fine Norman Great Hall of 12th century fortified manor house. Unique display of horseshoes presented by peers and royalty to the Lord of the Manor. Location: In the centre of Oakham.

Oakham Castle

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