Long term lets (over 1 month) Short-breaks (4 days or less)
Changeover day:
Flexible
Access:
Car advised Nearest amenities: 1 km
Notes:
May take pets - please enquire Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
The Old Forge is an attractive 18th Century ironstone building originally the local blacksmiths and suitable for sleeping up to seven people. It is set in a central village location, a base to unwind and relax and to explore the surrounding picturesque countryside. This superbly furnished cottage is situated in the village of Wymondham, Leicestershire, right on the border with Rutland, England's smallest county - an area well known for it's outstanding natural beauty and diverse landscape.
The local pub restaurant -The Berkeley Arms has had a 300year association with the Berkeley family as Wymondham landowners but ended in the early 17th century, however the association is reflected in the name of the Berkeley Arms, now the only public house in the village. Fine food and ale are available at lunchtimes and in the evenings from a regularly changing menu.
Wymondham is on the route from Melton Mowbray to the A1 - "the Great North Road" - which links London and Edinburgh, and the village was a stopping-off point for cattle-drovers and other travellers in earlier centuries. Mrs. Frances Pawlett, a resident of the village in the 18th Century, did much to establish Stilton as "the King of English cheeses". Frances Pawlett's house later became the Hunter's Arms Hotel, but is now a private house once more - a Grade-II listed building. Stilton cheese production continued in Wymondham until defeated by the problems of wartime restrictions in the early 1940s.
There are many interesting places to visit in the vicinity including, Wymondham windmill, built from local ironstone and topped with brick, the Windmill is a five-storey tower mill circa 1814. It has an ogee cap and fantail, originally with six patent sails and is known as a Six Arm Lincolnshire Cross. In 1952, it ceased grinding corn (by then it was powered by an engine) but continued with cattle feed until 1960. It is one of only four six-sailed windmills remaining in the country. Partially restored and providing a superb view of the village and surrounding unspoilt countryside, the Windmill together with the Tearooms, woodland of native British trees and the craft shops is a unique visitor attraction.
Very close to Wymondham is the village of Cottesmore where the Rutland Railway Museum is situated. The museum is dedicated to telling the story of railways in industry especially local ironstone quarrying. There’s a fantastic collection of locomotives, wagons, vans and coaches on display.
The Old Forge is perfectly placed for those who enjoy outdoor activities. It’s less than twenty minutes from Rutland Water, England's largest man-made lake, for fishing, bird watching, walking, horse riding, cycling sailing and windsurfing. It is also an important centre for wildlife (home to the Osprey) and hosts The International Birdwatching Fair every August. There is also the Butterfly Farm and Aquatic Centre close by in Empingham and the fabulous Falconry Centre at Cottesmore.
Other visitor attractions in the area include Rockingham Castle, Burghley House, home of the famous Burghley horse trials and Barnsdale drought gardens, made famous by the late Geoff Hamilton, well known from his appearances on the BBC's gardening programme, Gardeners World.
There are numerous quality restaurants and pubs in Rutland, many in fabulous village locations. For those who like old English market towns there's Uppingham, with it's friendly Friday market and well known for it's public school and some well known ex pupils including Stephen Fry. Visit the ancient and truly magnificent market town of Stamford, where Middlemarch and many other films have been made.
The Old Forge
The Master Lounge
Bedroom 1
Bedroom 2
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The Heart of England / Peak District / Leicestershire and Rutland region
Unspoilt and charming, Rutland is England’s smallest county. With it’s historic market towns, gentle rolling hills and quintessential English villages it really is the place to relax and get away from it all.
Explore Oakham, Uppingham and nearby Stamford three of the prettiest towns in the Midlands.
Small is beautiful, and certainly Rutland lives up to this maxim. Rutland County measures just sixteen miles square in area, where the countryside has little changed since medieval times, apart from the vast, Rutland Water reservoir.
Rutland was first recognised as an official Shire County in the 12th Century, although its history goes back much further. Many of the town and village names date back to the early Anglo Saxon period around the 7th Century.
Rutland is a little piece of old England, hidden away in the very heart of England. It's a place where Kings once hunted deer in the valleys, where tiny villages were bequeathed to Mercian Queens and where charming thatched cottages, ancient churches and fine Georgian architecture are all reminiscent of a bygone age.
Rutland / Wymondham area
Historic buildings in Rutland include the Great Hall of Oakham's Norman Castle, which is filled with horshoes from visiting aristocracy over the centuries. The famous Bede House at Lyddington was built as a palace for the Bishop's of Lincoln in the 15th Century and remains an important historic site at the heart of this pretty village.
The 1970's was a most turbulent time in Rutland's modern history. Not only did the county endure a dramatic change of landscape, but against its will it was also merged with Leicestershire, despite much opposition from the local inhabitants. However, Rutlander's independent spirit prevailed, and in 1997 Rutland regained it's status as a separate English County and today remains one of the most charming rural areas in Britain.
How to get there
UK and European low-cost flights from East Midlands (60km) - Ryanair and Flybe. International flights from Birmingham (60km) or London (Heathrow) (160km) Rail; Main line from Oakham Car Hire: Hertz
From the north on Motorway M1 Leave M1 at Junction 24, onto A6. Head south for 5km and then turn left onto A6006 heading towards Rempstone, Wymeswold, Ashfordby, Melton, Mowbray. When in Melton follow signs for A607 east towards Grantham. Just outside of Melton town on the A607 look out for a right hand turning signposted Saxby. 500m before entering Saxby look out for right hand turning to Wymondham. Follow the sign to Wymondham. As you enter the village look out on the right hand side for the Old Forge at 32 Main Street. From the north on Trunk road A1 Travelling south on the A1 pass the Grantham exits. Keep going on the A1 to the Colsterworth roundabout at junction A1 and A151. Take third exit off the roundabout towards Stainby, Buckminster. Pass through Buckminster and within 3km look for left hand turn marked Wymondham. Travel into Wymondham to the junction and then turn right (Main Street) Within 400metres on the left hand side of the lane is The Old Forge. From the south on Motorway M1 Motorway M1 - exit at junction 15 and onto the A508 towards Wellingborough. Exit A508 onto A43 towards Kettering (10 miles). At junction A14/A43 head towards Corby on A14. At next exit take A43, towards Stamford. Leave A43 onto A6003 towards Oakham. Pass through Rockingham on A6003 heading towards Melton Mowbray. When in Melton follow signs for A607 east towards Grantham. Just outside of Melton town on the A607 look out for a right hand turning signposted Saxby. 500m before entering Saxby look out for right hand turning to Wymondham. Follow the sign to Wymondham. As you enter the village look out on the right hand side for the Old Forge at 32 Main Street. From the south on trunk road A1 Travelling north on the A1 pass the Stamford exits. Keep going on the A1 to the Colsterworth roundabout at junction A1 and A151. Take first exit off the roundabout towards Stainby, Buckminster. Pass through Buckminster and within 3km look for left hand turn marked Wymondham. Travel into Wymondham to the junction and then turn right (Main Street) Within 400metres on the left hand side of the lane is The Old Forge.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
East Midlands: 60 km
Railway:
Oakham: 10 km
Ferry:
Harwich: 140 km
Activities near Rutland
Sports: Watersports Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Beach or lakeside relaxation Cycling holidays
Sofabeds (1), Single beds (3), Double beds (1), Cots (1), Dining seating for 7, Lounge seating for 8, Sleeps maximum of 7
Other:
Linen and towels provided. Highchair available.
Outdoors:
Private garden, BBQ
Access:
Secure parking
Further details
Please note: Well-behaved dogs are allowed but sorry, no cats. Strictly no smoking except in the garden. A refundable breakages deposit is sometimes required at the time of booking, to be refunded within two weeks of departure (subject to satisfactory property inspection). 50% of rental fee payable at time of booking and the balance due six weeks prior to your stay.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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Period
From
To
Weekly
Nightly rate
Minimum stay
Weekday
Weekend
Low season
21 Jan 08
2 Mar 08
375£ 375
150150
165165
2 Nights
High Season
2 Mar 08
5 Oct 08
495£ 495
165165
200200
2 Nights
Low Season
5 Oct 08
20 Dec 08
375£ 375
165165
165165
2 Nights
Christmas/New Year
20 Dec 08
3 Jan 09
595£ 595
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1 Week
31
The owner's weekend rates apply to: Friday and Saturday nights
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion. Bank Holidays subject to high season rates.
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