Rockingham Castle,near the town of Corby, was built by William the Conqueror in the 11th century, and has been privately owned by the Watson family ever since Queen Elizabeth I bequeathed it to them. Charles Dickens was regular visitor, and members of the public can tour the house and grounds on Sundays and Bank Holidays during the summer months. Another local attraction is Rutland Water, which is the country’s second largest artificial lake, and is very popular with water-sport enthusiasts.
Suburbs and towns covered by this travel guide to Corby & Oakham (Northampton - Loughborough) include Barnsdale, Corby, Nr. Oakham, Oakham, Rutland, Uppingham, and more.
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