Oakham Castle
Oakham Castle is famous for being the home of Rutland's historic collection of over 200 horseshoes....
but did you know that the Great Hall is one of the finest surviving examples of Norman domestic architecture in England?
Why the horseshoe
These were given to the Lord of the Manor by royalty and peers of the realm on their first visit to Oakham. This is unique custom of 500 years old and continues today.
The oldest horseshoe was presented by Edward IV in 1470.
You can get married in the castle
contact the museum
01572 758 440
