Peterborough Cathedral and Oakham Tour

This tour is great for anyone making a day trip from London. We would meet you outside Peterborough Station (45 mins from London).
It's a short walk to the wonderful old Guildhall. Built originally in 1671 it has served as both a market & a townhall. A farmers market is still held here regularly along with many over events in the square.

A short stroll away is the really rather wonderful Peterborough Cathedral which we shall explore inside.

We can then get the train a short distance to either the beautiful Georgian Town of Stamford famed as being the most beautiful stone built and Georgian town in Britain.

Then on to Oakham, see the unique castle set amongst its old walls and beautiful park with old bandstand. Admire the fabulous old church and check out the old Stocks in the Buttermarket amongst much more besides.

Oakham and Rutland are known for being great for foodies and there is lots to see & buy.

It's a private tour so runs when you want it and at whatever pace you like.

Meeting Point

Peterborough

Peterborough PE1 1QL, UK

I can meet you by the main entrance/exit to the station. Only 45 minutes from London and direct trains from Liverpool, Leeds, Newcastle, Edinburgh, York, Birmingham, Cambridge and many more places.

Stamford

Stamford PE9 2JP, UK

I can also meet you off the train at Stamford Railway Station.

Oakham

Oakham LE15 6QT, UK

I can meet you off the train at Stamford Railway Station.

What's included:

• Entrance fee into Peterborough Cathedral
• One way Train tickets from Peterborough to Stamford and then Oakham

Not included:

• Return travel train fare if needed (about £7)

What to expect:

Duration: 8 hours

Peterborough Cathedral

Peterborough, PE1 1XS

Though the site of Peterborough Cathedral was originally Roman, in the 7th century it became a monastic community though that was all but destroyed by the Great Heathen army under the splendidly named Ivar the Boneless. The current Peterborough Cathedral was built after the Norman conquest and seen of activity since then and two queens were buried here including Katherine of Aragon whose tomb we will visit as we explore this splendid old building.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Peterborough Guildhall

Cathedral Square, Peterborough PE1 1XH, UK

In the middle of the large Cathedral Square is the Guildhall. In the middle of the large city square is the wonderful old Guildhall. Built originally in 1671 it has served as both a market and a townhall. A farmers market is still held here regularly along with many over events in the square.
It's a wonderful old building and sat next to beautiful old medieval church.

10 minutes

St John The Baptist Church

Church Street, Cathedral Square, Peterborough, PE1 1XB

Built from the remains of an even older church, The present building was dedicated by Abbot Genge on 26th June 1407 and dedicated to St John the Baptist.

10 minutes

Stamford

Stamford

Stamford is said to be the most beautiful stone and Georgian town in England. Spend a few hours here and you'll tend to agree and you might recognise a few locations that have been used onscreen.

1 hour, 30 minutes

Town Meadows

15 Bath Row, Stamford PE9 2QU, UK

Soon after we leave the station, we will pass through the gorgeous Town Meadows and cross the River Wellend.

15 minutes

Stamford Castle

Warrenne Place, Stamford, PE92NX

There isn't too much left of Stamford Castle though the town walls appear here and there, sometimes where you least expect them.

10 minutes

Stamford's Eleanor Cross

Sheep Market & Castle Dyke, Stamford, PE9 2QZ

A modern cross commemorating a sad moment in history.

5 minutes

Stamford Town Center

100 Greyrock Place, , Stamford, 06901-3118, Connecticut

Stamford High Street and the surrounding lanes are full of wondrous independent shops and producers. It would be rude not to check some out. I like the cheesemongers!

20 minutes

The Hospital of William Browne: Merchant 1410-1489

3 Broad St, Stamford PE9 1PG, UK

The whole of Broad Street is actually a lovely place to walk down but we will take a particular peek at this beautiful old building that is still in use today.

10 minutes

All Saints Church

All Saints Place, Stamford, PE9 2AG

There is no shortage of stunning old churches in Oakham and we can look at any we happen upon. If you only pick one, perhaps this should be it.

15 minutes

Barn Hill

Stamford

Perhaps the Creme de la Creme of beautiful spots in Stamford a resident who in his own way, changed the world.

15 minutes

Oakham Castle

Market Place, , Oakham, LE15 6DT

Oakham Castle is known for being one of the best-preserved examples of Norman architecture.  Its great hall is home to massive horseshoes, often made by local blacksmiths, to celebrate visitations from important people, (traditionally royalty or peers of the realm) including King Charles III and Queen Elizabeth II  Following recent restoration work it is now even easier to explore the old boundaries of the castle which may have been part of a much larger Anglo-Saxon burgh or fortification.

20 minutes

All Saints Oakham

Church Street, Oakham, LE15 6AA

Explore inside the beautiful Grade 1 listed 13th century All Saints Church whose spire you can see for miles around. The church has wonderful architecture and all manner of local memorials and history as well as being an active place of worship.

15 minutes

The Butter Cross

68 Market Pl, Oakham LE15 6DT, UK

The last remaining such cross in Oakham is set just off the picturesque market square.

10 minutes

Oakham School

Chapel Close, Market Pl, Oakham LE15 6DT, UK

Learn the history of one of the most oldest and respected schools in the U.K.

Pass by without stopping

Market Place

Market Pl, Oakham LE15 6DT, UK

Savour the marketplace with its regular market beautiful old Buttercross and recently restored water pump. The market still has original Stocks... so best be on your best behavior!

10 minutes

Hospital of St John & St Anne

FLAT 9, William Dalby House, South St, Oakham LE15 6HY, UK

See the medieval chapel and learn of the old hospital and modern-day almshouses set up when the hospital of St. John Evangelist and St. Anne was founded back in 1398.

10 minutes

Oakham

Oakham

We will explore the beautiful old streets and lanes of Oakham. See the old Buttermarket and the Stocks in the market Square. See the beautiful park and castle walls. Visit some of the towns well known foodie spots. Speaking of which visit the home of the man who inspired the home of little Tom Thumb and jumped out of a pie to surprise the King.

2 hours

Statue of Elizabeth II, Oakham

8 Catmos St, Oakham LE15 6HW, UK

It's not often Oakham makes the news, but the unveiling of the first and only memorial statue to the late Queen Elizabeth in April 2024 was that time. Come and see it for yourself. Personally I think the corgis make it!

5 minutes