The White Horse, Empingham

Some 20 rooms and a busy hotel / restaurant / pub. Comfortable inexpensive accommodation and most acceptable food and drink. Timothy Taylor Landlord, Grainstore and Adnams bitter. The building was originally a 17th century courthouse. Visit their website here. Ignore a brochure which claims it has a lakeside location ....

We stayed here for 3 nights while we walked around the area of Rutland water. Lots to do and see whether you're a walker, cyclist, church collector or foodie.

This is a peaceful area of considerable charm - a "hidden gem" for fit fifties folks but with plenty of climbing biking and boating for active youngsters.