# Rutland Water Nature Reserve, Oakham — Reviews & Visitor Info > Discover diverse wildlife across waterside landscapes and wetland habitats at this Oakham nature reserve, complete with onsite parking, restaurant facilities and accessible toilets for visiting families. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/oakham/attractions/rutland-water-nature-reserve (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Nature Preserve # Rutland Water Nature Reserve Egleton [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=12006055506527521411&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Gill Brook](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/116006251912890128113) **In short:** Rutland Water Nature Reserve is a nature preserve in Oakham, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 1,505 Google reviews. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Rutland Water Nature Reserve Discover diverse wildlife across waterside landscapes and wetland habitats at this Oakham nature reserve, complete with onsite parking, restaurant facilities and accessible toilets for visiting families. ## Good to know ### Parking - ✓Paid car park - ✓Paid street ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible parking - ✓Accessible entrance ### Payment - ✓Credit cards - ✓Debit cards - ✓Contactless Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs. ## Photos Photos via Google ## What visitors say [Kreativ Kaori](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/104524691359058147159/reviews) ★★★★★ Tranquil, relaxing, quiet place to walk and birdwatch. Lots of friendly nature loving people. Small visitor centre with toilets, food and drinks. Around £8-9 entry per person which covers the cost of parking too. Cute little gift shop as well. Loads of really well built and well maintained bird hides. Osprey nesting and plenty of other interesting birds to see! Bring binoculars · via Google [Steven Kinloch](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/100636732298875543764/reviews) ★★★★★ Lots of hides to choose from, shame it was a really hot day as most of the bird life seemed to be keeping out of the heat, something we should probably have also been doing! Nice visitors centre with helpful staff and some good food. · via Google [Lesley Gunn](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/117223688240354430285/reviews) ★★★★★ Really helpful staff and volunteers at L&R Wildlife Trust. We saw the Osprey on a very wet and windy day. The volunteer in the hide near the Osprey was very knowledgeable and had interesting information for us. · via Google [Nimboss](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/111193847875973606478/reviews) ★★★★★ Great hide......good for viewing the vast variety of water fowl and other wild birds that thrive at this huge and grand resivoir...... Osprey are also to be seen at this location, The hides are very well positioned to observe most of, if not all of the aquatic wildlife....take a few hours and wonder down the winding pathways and listen to all the bird song.... So relaxing... . · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x487786d4e1e9a775:0xa69e13df54320a83!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Visitors say this nature reserve offers numerous well-maintained bird hides with identification guides, providing excellent opportunities for birdwatching and wildlife spotting. They also highlight the peaceful and relaxing atmosphere, making it a great place for walking and enjoying nature. Guests mention the helpful and knowledgeable staff, along with convenient facilities like a visitor center, cafe, and clean restrooms. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Address** Oakham, LE15 8BT [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=52.6570872%2C-0.6895017) **Category** Zoos & Animal Parks **Guest rating** 4.7 / 5 (1,505 reviews) **Suitable for** All Ages **Setting** Outdoor **Good for children** Yes **Destination** Oakham [More attractions in Oakham](https://staycation.co.uk/oakham/attractions) ★ 4.7 (1,505 reviews) [Visit official website](https://www.rutlandwater.org.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [01572 770651](tel:01572770651) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Oakham **Postcode** LE15 8BT **Payment** Cards, Contactless **Plus Code** 9C4XM846+R5 [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x487786d4e1e9a775:0xa69e13df54320a83!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x487786d4e1e9a775:0xa69e13df54320a83!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x487786d4e1e9a775:0xa69e13df54320a83!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Oakham Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. [Check availability →](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DOakham%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels →](https://staycation.co.uk/oakham/hotels) [Camping →](https://staycation.co.uk/oakham/camping) ## Quick answers ### Is Rutland Water Nature Reserve any good? Rutland Water Nature Reserve is rated 4.7 out of 5 from 1,505 Google reviews. ### Is Rutland Water Nature Reserve good for children? Yes, Rutland Water Nature Reserve is listed as good for children. ### Is Rutland Water Nature Reserve indoors or outdoors? Rutland Water Nature Reserve is mainly outdoors. ### What ages is Rutland Water Nature Reserve suitable for? Rutland Water Nature Reserve suits all ages. ### Is Rutland Water Nature Reserve wheelchair accessible? Rutland Water Nature Reserve has a wheelchair-accessible entrance. ### Is there parking at Rutland Water Nature Reserve? Yes: paid car park and paid street parking. ### How do I contact Rutland Water Nature Reserve? Call Rutland Water Nature Reserve on +44 1572 770651. ## Stay near Rutland Water Nature Reserve [Holiday cottages nearby 48](https://staycation.co.uk/near/rutland-water-nature-reserve/cottages) [Campsites nearby 18](https://staycation.co.uk/near/rutland-water-nature-reserve/camping) [Hotels and B&Bs nearby 15](https://staycation.co.uk/near/rutland-water-nature-reserve/hotels) ## More near Rutland Water Nature Reserve ### Hotels & B&Bs nearby - [The Finchs Arms ★ 4.3 · 0.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/oakham/hotels/the-finchs-arms) - [Rutland Hall Hotel ★ 4.2 · 1.5 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/oakham/hotels/rutland-hall-hotel) - [The Boot Inn Rutland ★ 4.1 · 1.5 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/oakham/hotels/the-boot-inn-rutland) - [Rutland Water Courtyard Rooms ★ 4.7 · 1.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/oakham/hotels/rutland-water-courtyard-rooms) ### Holiday cottages nearby - [Broccoli Bottom - Carrot Cottage ★ 4.7 · 2.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/rutland/cottages/broccoli-bottom-carrot-cottage-uk32609) - [Kings Retreat 2.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/rutland/cottages/kings-retreat-uk42197) ### Campsites nearby - [The Hide at Manton Bay ★ 4.9 · 1.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/oakham/camping/the-hide-at-manton-bay) - [Lyndon Top ★ 4.6 · 1.5 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/rutland-water/camping/lyndon-top) - [Rutland Water Campsite ★ 4.3 · 2.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/rutland/camping/rutland-water-campsite) - [Wing Hall Wing Lakes Caravan and Camping ★ 4.0 · 2.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/rutland/camping/wing-hall-wing-lakes-caravan-and-camping) ### Things to do nearby - [Mini Monsters Softplay ★ 4.2 · 2.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/oakham/attractions/mini-monsters-softplay) - [The Rutland Water Treasure Trail ★ 4.3 · 2.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/hambleton/attractions/the-rutland-water-treasure-trail) - [Aqua Park Rutland ★ 4.6 · 2.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/barnsdale/attractions/aqua-park-rutland) - [The Rutland Gallery ★ 5.0 · 4.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/oakham/attractions/the-rutland-gallery)