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Dick’s Cottage makes a handy base for exploring Cottesmore and the coast and countryside around it.
Eating and drinking. Tammi Icecream parlour and Tearooms at The Plough is one of the closest places to eat near Dick’s Cottage (about 1.6 miles away). For a drink, The Sun Inn and McNeill's Bar are popular pubs nearby, and The Chip Shop is handy for a takeaway.
Shops and essentials. The nearest shops include Premier, Costcutter, and Farmer Lou - Farm Shop, with Premier the closest at a short walk away, useful for stocking up when you arrive at Dick’s Cottage.
Things to do. Simon Tebbutt Falconry and Visitor Centre, Gift Shop & Mini Golf at Rutland Water are close by, for a bit of history there is Rocks By Rail Living Ironstone Museum and RAF Cottesmore, and Market Overton Playground is good for fresh air, the closest about 1.0 miles from Dick’s Cottage.
Getting around. The nearest railway station is Oakham (about 4.0 miles), local taxi firms include Youngs taxi and Goldstar Diamond Cars Rutland, and the closest EV charging point is about 2.6 miles away.
Bringing the dog. The Rutland Dog Walker LTD is the nearest daycare or boarding option, about 2.6 miles away.
More about Cottesmore. To plan the rest of your stay, take a look at our Cottesmore guide, with the best things to see and do, where to eat, and local events.