Welcome to Greetham

Greetham is a small village located in the county of Rutland, England. It is situated on the A606 road, which connects the towns of Oakham and Stamford. The village has a population of around 600 people and is known for its picturesque countryside and historic buildings. The village has a primary school, a post office, a village hall, and a pub.

One of the most notable landmarks in Greetham is the St. Mary's Church, which dates back to the 13th century. The church is built in the Gothic style and features a beautiful stained glass window. Another historic building in the village is the Greetham Castle, which was built in the 17th century. The castle is now a private residence and is not open to the public.

Greetham is surrounded by beautiful countryside, making it a popular destination for walkers and cyclists. The village is located near the Rutland Water, which is a large reservoir that offers a range of outdoor activities, including sailing, fishing, and birdwatching. The area is also home to several nature reserves, including the Rutland Water Nature Reserve and the Eyebrook Reservoir. Overall, Greetham is a charming village that offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Local Weather

Moderate rain

Temp: 9.1°C

Feels Like: 4.6°C

Wind: 27.1 MPH

Wind Dir: S

Local Schools

School Details
Cottesmore Millfield Academy
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Megan Lucas
Kendrew Barracks
Cottesmore
Oakham
Rutland
LE15 7BA
01572812278
School Website
St Nicholas Church Of England Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Daniel Alfieri
Mill Lane
Cottesmore
Oakham
Rutland
LE15 7DL
01572812337
School Website
The Shires
Other Independent Special School
Ages:11-19
Head Teacher
Mrs Charlotte Van Niekerk
Shires Lane
Stretton
Rutland
LE15 7GT
1780411944
Exton And Greetham Cofe Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Megan Davis
Garden Road
Exton
Oakham
Rutland
LE15 8AY
1572812380
School Website
South Witham Academy
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:2-11
Head Teacher
Mr Andrew Atter
Water Lane
South Witham
Grantham
Lincolnshire
NG33 5PH
1572767233
Empingham Church Of England Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs S Gooding
School Lane
Empingham
Oakham
Rutland
LE15 8PQ
1780460246
School Website
Wilds Lodge School
Other Independent Special School
Ages:5-19
Head Teacher
Mr Toby Oakley
Stamford Road
Empingham
Oakham
LE15 8QQ
1780767254
School Website
English Martyrs Catholic Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Alison Chambers
Willow Crescent
Oakham
Rutland
LE15 6EH
01572722400
School Website
Oakham C Of E Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Stephen Cox
Burley Road
Oakham
Rutland
LE15 6GY
01572722404
School Website
The Parks School
Community Special School
Ages:2-5
Head Teacher
Mr Stephen Cox
Burley Road
Oakham
Rutland
LE15 6GY
01572722404
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Oakham
Station Road, Oakham, Rutland, LE15 6QT
5.32 Miles
Stamford
Station Road, Stamford, Lincolnshire, PE9 2WB
8.00 Miles
Melton Mowbray
Burton Street, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, LE13 1AF
11.06 Miles
Grantham
Station Road, Grantham, Lincolnshire, NG31 6BT
12.91 Miles
Corby
Station Road, Corby, Northamptonshire, NN17 1UJ
16.14 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Prestige Cars Of Rutland
01572 811189
23 Westland Road, Oakham, Rutland, LE15 7DS
1.17 Miles
Rutland Cabs
01572 757891
21 Burley Cr, Oakham, Rutland, LE15 7LG
4.23 Miles
Kevins Taxis
01572 720136
7 Heron Road, Oakham, Rutland, LE15 6BN
4.83 Miles
Beast Of Rutland Taxi
01572 720000
12 Nightingale Way, Oakham, Rutland, LE15 6ES
4.91 Miles
Classic Rolls And Bentley Hire
0845 226 2826
28 Stamford Road, Oakham, Rutland, LE15 6JA
5.24 Miles
Fox Cab
01572 720200
3 The Vale, Oakham, Rutland, LE15 6JQ
5.55 Miles
Berridge Taxis
01572 756088
Long Row, Oakham, Rutland, LE15 6LN
5.62 Miles
Local Taxis Stamford
01780 411210
107 Creeton Road, Grantham, Lincolnshire, NG33 4PX
6.12 Miles
Premier And Burley Cabs
01780 751118
14 Bramble Grove, Stamford, Lincolnshire, PE9 4BL
6.41 Miles
A1 Taxis Of Stamford
01780 752748
33 Cambridge Road, Stamford, Lincolnshire, PE9 1BU
7.22 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Main St Greetham
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Amq Cottesmore
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Nether Close Cottesmore
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Cottesmore Post Office Main Street
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Special Mailbox:
Stretton
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Wenton Close
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High Street Exton
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Stamford Rd Exton
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Barrow
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Main Street Thistleton
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Main Street Market Overton
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Burley Toll Bar
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Main Street Clipsham
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Kendrew Medical Centre
Kendrew Medical Centre
Cottesmore
Oakham
Rutland
LE15 7BL
Market Overton & Somerby Surgeries
01572 490399
Mkt Overton&Somerby Srys
Thistleton Road
Market Overton
Rutland
LE15 7PP
Church Street
01476 860243
South Witham
Grantham
Lincolnshire
NG33 5PJ
Empingham Medical Centre
01780 460202
Main Street
Empingham
Oakham
LE15 8PR
The Glenside Country Practice
01780 410205
Glenside Country Practice
12B High St,Castle Bytham
Grantham
Lincolnshire
NG33 4RZ
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Local Stores

Oakham
Burley Road
Oakham
Rutland
LE15 7AA
01572 724344
Store Website
4.51 miles
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SPAR - Euro Garages - Colsterworth
Euro Garages
A1 Southbound
Grantham
NG33 5JN
01476 860353
Store Website
5.8 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Dr Claude Drouin Mrcvs
7 Holiwell Road
Castle Bytham
Grantham
Lincolnshire
NG33 4SL
07914 953256
claude.drouin@tiscali.co.uk
4.68 miles
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Dogs

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Rutland Veterinary Centre
Maresfield Road
Oakham
Rutland
LE15 7WN
01572 770011
oakham@rutlandvets.co.uk
Website
5.35 miles
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Cats

Dogs

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Stamford Veterinary Centre
32 Main Street
Great Casterton
Stamford
Lincolnshire
PE9 4AA
01780 763 180
stamfordvets@gmail.com
Website
5.64 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
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Cats

Dogs

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HÖRmann Equine Limited
Wrights Lodge Cottage East
Oakham Road
Whissendine
Oakham
Rutland
LE15 7HA
07713 477 323
info@hoermannequine.com
Website
6.26 miles
Animals Treated
Equines

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Clear Ridge Veterinary Surgery
43 Empingham Road
Stamford
Lincolnshire
PE9 2RJ
01780 764333
7.41 miles
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Cats

Dogs

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Burghley Veterinary Centre Ltd
St. Leonards Street
Stamford
Lincolnshire
PE9 2HU
01780 762 109
burghleyvet@gmail.com
Website
8.03 miles
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Dogs

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Local Dog Walks

Exton Estate
The Exton Estates
1.92 miles

Use The Rutland Council Website. Its Best To Park Around The Main Exton Village Green, Outside The Fox And Hounds Pub. Dog Friendly. Take The Lane To The Left Away From The Pub. Follow The Road Left Again At The Top, Curve Round Past Pudding Bag Lane. Up The Road To The Exton Farm.
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Yew Tree Avenue
Yew Tree Avenue And Wood
Clipsham
3.54 miles

Signed Posted, Set Back Off The Road Just Outside Clipsham
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Rutland Water Reservoir
A Huge Reservoir In The County Of Rutland, With Multiple Entrances. The Most Common Being At Whitwell, Sykes Lane, Edith Weston, Hambleton Peninsula Or Barnsdale. Walk Along Proper Paths, Flat And Hills. They Have Special A Dog Park And Wooded Walk Which Is Off Lead, Otherwise On Leads. Beware Of Bikes In Summer And In The Busy Parts. But This Place Is So Big You Can Get Away To Quiet Parts. Lovely Views, Water, Oats And Nature To See. Your Dog Will Enjoy The Smells And Spaces. Rangers On Site. Well Managed And Clean.
The Lodge Stamford Road Barnsdale
North Shore
Rutland Water
Oakham
LE15 8AB
3.80 miles

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Hambleton Peninsula Rutland Water
A Circular Dog Friendly Walk On Hambleton Peninsula, Rutland Water. Rutland Water Is Famous For The Number And Variety Of Birds That Spend The Winter Here. The Route Follows The Shore Of The Lake And Through Armley Wood.
LE15 8TL
4.52 miles

From The A6003 Roundabout East Of Oakham, Follow The A606. In Half A Mile, Turn Right To Reach Upper Hambleton.
Twyford Woods
Perfect For Dogs Who Want To Run Around, It’S An Abandoned Ww2 Raf Base So Has The Old Runways, Open Space And Forests (Forestry Commission). Parking Is Free, Safe For Our Dogs To Run Around Freely. No Bins So Have To Keep Hold Of Your Poo Bags. Shaded Areas If It’S A Hot Day And You Want To Keep Cover.
Twyford Wood
Colsterworth
5.72 miles

Satnav Postcode That You Can Get Offline Takes You Past The Carpark, Follow Brown Signs When You Get Off The Main Road.
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Burghley House
Unnamed Road
Peterborough
Stamford
PE9 3JY
9.24 miles

Well Sign Posted As You Approach Stamford
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