Edith Weston Travel Guide

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Originally built as St Matthew's church in 1826 with a tower by Thomas Cundy, a nave and apse was added in 1911. In 1970 with the formation of Rutland Water the valley had to be cleared, so the church was deconsecrated and scheduled for demolition. A trust was organised with the aim of rescuing the building, and various proposals were considered. It was decided that the lower level of the church should be filled in to create a new floor. A causeway was built connecting it to the shore and an embankment was constructed around the building with a layer of boulders as a defensive breakwater to prevent erosion. It is now used as a wedding venue and museum. Pic by Jenny
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Originally built as St Matthew's church in 1826 with a tower by Thomas Cundy, a nave and apse was added in 1911. In 1970 with the formation of Rutland Water the valley had to be cleared, so the church was deconsecrated and scheduled for demolition. A trust was organised with the aim of rescuing the building, and various proposals were considered. It was decided that the lower level of the church should be filled in to create a new floor. A causeway was built connecting it to the shore and an embankment was constructed around the building with a layer of boulders as a defensive breakwater to prevent erosion. It is now used as a wedding venue and museum. Pic by Jenny
Photo by Jules & Jenny (Creative Commons Attribution 2.0)
Rutland Water
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Edith Weston, Rutland, UK
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Rutland Hall Hotel & Spa

Rutland Hall Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
North Oakham Oakham England
The price is 3.088.620 ₫ per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
3.088.620 ₫
3.706.344 ₫ total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Oakham. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (998 reviews)
Nice setting

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Rutland Hall Hotel & Spa
Delta Hotels by Marriott Peterborough

Delta Hotels by Marriott Peterborough

4 out of 5
Peterborough Business Park Peterborough England
The price is 1.891.776 ₫ per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
1.891.776 ₫
2.270.131 ₫ total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Peterborough. Enjoy free parking, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (337 reviews)
Smooth check in. Front desk staff spot on. Nothing too much trouble. Leisure complex great.

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Delta Hotels by Marriott Peterborough
Orton Hall Hotel & Spa

Orton Hall Hotel & Spa

3.5 out of 5
The Village Orton Longueville Peterborough England
The price is 2.364.725 ₫ per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
2.364.725 ₫
2.837.670 ₫ total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Peterborough. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (912 reviews)
The room was spotlessly clean! Bed was comfortable and the surroundings beautiful. The food was highly priced so we didn’t eat on site. The only downside was very cheap toilet roll! Better quality would be better and wouldn’t cost more as you would need to use less!

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Orton Hall Hotel & Spa
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Ascot House

Ascot House

4 out of 5
Lynch Wood Peterborough England
Stay at this aparthotel in Peterborough. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Nene Valley Railway - Overton Station and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (26 reviews)
We've stayed in these apartments most weekends for the last month. They have everything we need they are clean & quiet. Close to the hospital. Washer dryer & dishwasher make it easy All the staff were really friendly a the late check out fee is reasonable.

Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025

Ascot House
Beautiful 1-bed Apartment in Peterborough

Beautiful 1-bed Apartment in Peterborough

4 out of 5
Broadway 5 hereward tower, floor 3 Peterborough England
Stay at this apartment in Peterborough. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, in-room washers/dryers and in-room deep-soaking baths. Popular attractions Queensgate Shopping Centre ...
6/10 (1 review)
Review
Comfortable but some DIY needed. Good location, parking is great and access safe and clear.

Reviewed on 6 Apr 2025

Beautiful 1-bed Apartment in Peterborough
Knighton Villa by JensenLet SA

Knighton Villa by JensenLet SA

3.5 out of 5
22 Knighton Church Rd Leicester England
Stay at this family-friendly villa in Leicester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Leicester Racecourse and University of Leicester ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
Lovely old terraced house, great for families and pets

Reviewed on 10 Apr 2025

Knighton Villa by JensenLet SA
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Popular places to visit

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Rutland Water Nature Reserve

4.5/5(122 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Rutland Water Nature Reserve during your travels in Oakham. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Rutland Water Nature Reserve
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Rutland Water Country Park

Explore the great outdoors at Rutland Water Country Park, a lovely green space in Oakham. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Rutland Water Country Park

Normanton Church

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Normanton Church is just one of the places to see in Edith Weston, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Normanton Church

Barnsdale Gardens

4/5(1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Barnsdale Gardens, a lovely green space in Exton and Horn. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Barnsdale Gardens

The Rutland Falconry and Owl Centre

Enjoy an outing to The Rutland Falconry and Owl Centre during your stay in Burley. Amble around this quaint area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its lively bars.

The Rutland Falconry and Owl Centre

Rutland Water Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Edith Weston at Rutland Water Golf Course. Stroll along the area's lakeside or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Rutland Water Golf Course

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