Events to watch for in and around Oakham this weekend
There is a varied programme of events taking place in and around Oakham this weekend, ranging from spiritual gatherings to family-friendly performances and charitable walks. The items below are drawn from local listings and provide times, venues and ticket details where available.
Highlights include an Evening of Mediumship at the Oakham Quaker Meeting Hall, a mocktail masterclass with pizza at Blossoms Bar, two performances of Swan Lake by the Lincolnshire Youth Ballet at Stamford Corn Exchange, a choral evening in Lyddington and a five‑mile charity walk at Eyebrook Reservoir supporting the LOROS hospice.
What’s on — quick list
- Evening of Mediumship — Thursday 13 August, Oakham Quaker Meeting Hall. Entry: £5 (includes refreshments and ‘lucky tickets’).
- Mocktail Masterclass and Pizza — Friday 14 August, Blossoms Bar at Rutland Hall Hotel. Includes one pizza with ticket.
- Swan Lake — Saturday 15 August, Stamford Corn Exchange Theatre. Two performances: 1pm and 6pm, by Lincolnshire Youth Ballet.
- Music in Lyddington — Summer with The Mancunium Consortium, choral programme spanning 1500s to contemporary works.
- Walk for LOROS — Sunday 16 August, 5-mile walk around Eyebrook Reservoir, organised by Uppingham Rotary Club. Event runs between 10am and noon.
Details and practical information
The Evening of Mediumship is organised by the Rutland Spiritual Centre and this edition features Chrissi Baker. Entry to the session at the Oakham Quaker Meeting Hall is listed at £5, which organisers say includes refreshments and so-called ‘lucky tickets’.
Blossoms Bar at Rutland Hall Hotel is hosting a Mocktail Masterclass on Friday, aimed at those who prefer alcohol-free creative drinks. Tickets for the event include one pizza to accompany the mocktail session, making it a social option for families or groups looking for an early-evening activity.
The Lincolnshire Youth Ballet’s production of Swan Lake will be staged twice on Saturday at Stamford Corn Exchange Theatre. The programme notes describe the company as showcasing the region’s young dancers; performances are scheduled for 1pm and 6pm.
Music in Lyddington presents Summer with The Mancunium Consortium, described as one of Manchester’s leading vocal ensembles. The concert programme draws on choral repertoire from the 1500s through to contemporary composers, with works by Tallis, Byrd, Brahms, Elgar, Gorecki and Lucy Walker among those indicated in listings.
On Sunday, the Walk for LOROS – a five-mile route around Eyebrook Reservoir – is being organised by Uppingham Rotary Club to raise funds for the local hospice. The walk is scheduled to take place between 10am and noon and is presented as a scenic, community-focused fundraising opportunity.
At-a-glance table
| Event | Date | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Evening of Mediumship | Thursday 13 August | Oakham Quaker Meeting Hall |
| Mocktail Masterclass and Pizza | Friday 14 August | Blossoms Bar, Rutland Hall Hotel |
| Swan Lake (two shows) | Saturday 15 August (1pm & 6pm) | Stamford Corn Exchange Theatre |
| Music in Lyddington: The Mancunium Consortium | Saturday 15 August | Lyddington (venue listing) |
| Walk for LOROS | Sunday 16 August (10am–noon) | Eyebrook Reservoir |
"There's loads going on this weekend with a host of events taking place in and around Oakham and Rutland," the local listings note.
Readers are advised to check direct event pages or contact venues for the latest ticket availability and any updates. Several events encourage advance booking and some provide inclusive refreshments or food as part of the ticket price.
If you have an event to promote in Oakham, listings invite submissions to the local 'What's On' page so community activities can reach a wider local audience.
