If you're looking for a fun day out crammed with activities, look no further. Around the impressive water all the family can grab two wheels and glide along a trail that spans 25 miles, fuelled by an ice cream or a picnic by the waterside. Plus, if you're out to make even more of a splash, the list of watersports you can try is a mile long. When it's finally time to kip, these campsites near Rutland Water won't leave you high and dry.
Stretton, Oakham, Rutland (7.2 miles)
Peaceful, adult only touring park set around a picturesque fishing lake. Just 15 minutes from Rutland Water.
4.98 /5
Stamford, Lincolnshire (8.8 miles)
Riverside yurts and glamping cabin with private kitchen facilities and hot tubs. Open year round and dog friendly.
Bulwick, Corby, Northamptonshire (9 miles)
Adult only caravan/camping and glamping site with a farm shop/café set in a peaceful rural location. Dog friendly.
4.89 /5
Medbourne, Market Harborough, Leicestershire (10.6 miles)
Peaceful, family and dog friendly camping and glamping with an onsite cafe. Five minute walk to Medbourne village!
Houghton on the Hill, Leicestershire (12.8 miles)
Peaceful, rural back to basics camping and touring on a rolling hillside field. Just 25 minutes from Leicester.
4.73 /5
Beeby, Leicester, Leicestershire (13.8 miles)
Camping and glamping haven with onsite coarse fishing and a range of luxury shepherd's huts and bell tents.
4.68 /5
Fotheringhay, Northamptonshire (14.2 miles)
(Almost) wild camping and glamping on the River Nene. Kayaking, wild swimming and a pub nearby.
4.75 /5
Exton, Rutland (3.1 miles)
Six luxury glamping safari tents, located in a sheltered five-acre walled garden on a large rural estate.
Preston, Uppingham, Rutland (4.5 miles)
Peaceful glamping in five fully furnished canvas bell tents, close to Rutland Water. Ideal for families.
Oakham, Rutland (5.6 miles)
A very tranquil and relaxing site. Adults only, set close to Rutland Water in Rutland's rolling countryside.
Ketton, Stamford, Rutland (6.1 miles)
Peaceful and laid back family and dog friendly camping on an idyllic working farm, set alongside the River Chater.
Thistleton, Oakham, Rutland (6.7 miles)
Authentic glamping under canvas with private eco-friendly facilities, set on a working mushroom farm.
Stretton, Oakham, Rutland (7.2 miles)
A quiet site set within 120 acres of farmland in Rutland, with lakeside CL touring pitches and luxury lodges.
Halstead, Leicestershire (8.5 miles)
Private, back-to-basics camping for tents and tourers on an exclusive use site with up to 20 grass pitches.
Market Harborough, Leicestershire (10.6 miles)
Set in the beautiful Leicestershire countryside, camping pitches and a pair of luxury safari tents.
Cottingham, Leicestershire (10.8 miles)
Explore the Rockingham Valley from this one acre members only site, open all year and with great access from M1/M6.
Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire (11.1 miles)
Award winning, adult only site catering for tourers. Glamping pods, fishing lakes, clubhouse and tea room onsite.
Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire (12 miles)
A dog friendly touring site with excellent golf facilities, set close to Melton Mowbray and by historic Leicester.
Weldon, Corby, Northamptonshire (12.4 miles)
Romantic converted stable tucked away amongst the stunning Northamptonshire countryside.
Asfordby Hill, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire (12.4 miles)
Camping and touring site with a restaurant and garden centre onsite, five minutes from Melton Mowbray.
Dyke, Bourne, Lincolnshire (16.5 miles)
Members only pub camping near Bourne Woods with easy access from the A15. Dog and family friendly.
Leicester, Leicestershire (16.8 miles)
Luxury ensuite glamping with onsite animals, a farm shop and an award-winning gastropub. Dog friendly.
Great Oxendon, Market Harborough, Leicestershire (17.3 miles)
Dog friendly touring with lakeside pitches, fishing and a licensed tea room. Open year round.
Peterborough, Cambridgeshire (17.4 miles)
Enjoy a night or more under canvas on the peaceful banks of Gunwade Lake, located in the heart of Ferry Meadows.
Harrowby, Grantham, Lincolnshire (17.8 miles)
A back-to-basics site with beautiful views, set in a quiet hamlet near Grantham. 40 mins drive from Peterborough.
East Midlands, Kettering, Northamptonshire (19 miles)
Family camping by a host of rides and attractions, with beautiful views over the lake.
Theddingworth, Market Harborough, Leicestershire (19.8 miles)
Enjoy the perfect combination of a peaceful luxury treehouse where nature is truly on your doorstep. Adult only.