About Barleythorpe

Business focus. Rural location. At Barleythorpe, we mean business.

  • Dedicated residential training & conference centre in wooded parkland
  • Set in the heart of the East Midlands
  • Flexible spaces for business events
  • Excellent technical and audio-visual systems
  • 22 ensuite bedrooms 
  • Comprehensive business support
  • Quality catering from working lunches to fine dining

Rural bliss. Commercial edge.

Barleythorpe’s setting is idyllic. In the heart of Rutland’s rolling countryside, it combines rural peace and quiet with outstanding business facilities. And, though it feels miraculously removed from the everyday commercial world, it’s surprisingly easy to reach.

  • Located at the centre of the Nottingham, Leicester, Peterborough triangle
  • Only 15 minutes from the A1 with excellent north-south connections
  • Under 1.5 hours by road from London, Birmingham and South Yorkshire
  • Two minutes from Oakham railway station – frequent services from Peterborough and Leicester provide convenient links from London and the north
  • 37 miles from East Midlands Airport

Time out.

Barleythorpe is only four miles from Rutland Water. As well as being a major European nature reserve (great for bird watching), it’s the ideal place to stretch your legs and exercise your muscles.

Walking, cycling and sailing can all be easily arranged. And if it’s rural charm and culture you’re looking for, the historic market towns of Oakham, Uppingham and Stamford are all within 15 minutes drive, while Burghley House, home of the famous horse trials, is within easy reach.

Booking enquiries

Call us to discuss your needs
01572 725 318

or email us at venues@eef.org.uk

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