Rutland Water Food and Drink

 

Whether you're exploring Rutland Water by boat, bike or on foot, you’ll probably want to stop and refuel along the way, and our many food and drink areas are the perfect place to do just that.

Harbour Café at Whitwell

Nestled next to the water with fantastic views across the water, our Harbour Café offers something for everyone.

Pop in downstairs during the warmer months for our grab-and-go options, or wine and dine upstairs all year round. Enjoy a chilled glass of prosecco on the balcony in the summer and cosy up next to the fire with a delicious bloomer sandwich or warming homemade soup during the colder months.

Harbour Cafe Upstairs 
Opening times
April to August
Everyday: 10:00 - 17:00
September to October 
Everyday: 10:00 - 16:00
November to February
Everyday: 10:00 - 15:00
March
Everyday: 10:00 - 16:00

Lunchtime Roast and Christmas Menu 2024

Warm up after an Autumn walk with either our lunchtime roast or Christmas menu.

Our Christmas menu includes Christmas classics and locally sourced ingredients. Enjoy one course for £17.95, two courses for £22.95, or three courses for just £26.95, and is available Monday to Saturday, starting from Thursday 5th Dec until Saturday 21st December.

Booking is essential. 
To reserve your spot book on the website here or call us on 01780 686 800 

If you can’t wait until then, savour our lunchtime roast. Available on Sundays, starting from 3rd of November until 22nd of December. Also available in the week on Tuesdays, starting from 5th of November until 3rd of December. 

Both options available between 12pm and 2pm in our Harbour Café at Whitwell.
Join us for a delicious traditional roast with all the trimmings but without the hassle.

Booking is essential, with pre-ordering preferred. Call us on 01780 686 800 to book your spot.


 

The Waterside Café at Normanton

With panoramic views of the water, our stunning new waterside café is the ideal location serving a delicious menu daily, along with a wide range of delicious sweet treats to complement the refreshment of your choice.

Waterside Cafe Opening times
Monday - Friday
Sat - Sun
April to August
10:00 - 17:00
08:00 - 17:00
September to October
10:00 - 16:00
08:00 - 17:00
November to February
10:00 - 15:00
08:00 - 15:00
March
10:00 - 16:00
08:00 - 16:00

Take Away Cafes

Need something quick? We also have multiple take away options on site! 

Sykes Lane Kiosk: Light bites, drinks and ice creams - Open 7 days a week 

Whitwell Fox Cafe: Pizza, Ice creams, drinks and snacks - Open 7 days a week 

Harbour Bar Downstairs: Light bites, drinks and ice creams - Open weekends, bank holidays and school holidays.

Normanton Church Kiosk: Ice creams, drinks and snacks - Open weekends, bank holidays and school holidays.

Fishing, walking, cycling, water sports

Our water parks not only bring vital water resources for the region, but they also provide a fantastic day out for all the family.

Whether you're looking for an action-packed day on the water, a spot of fishing to escape the stresses and strains of everyday life, or simply want to enjoy a relaxing walk in beautiful surroundings, look no further than our fabulous water parks.