Private Historical Tour in Peterborough Stamford and Oakham

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

A modern cross commemorating a sad moment in history.

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!

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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

• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Train travel is Approx 15 mins from Peterborough to Stamford & 20 mins then to Oakham

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

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

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