WELCOME TO THE NOTSWOLDS
ENGLAND’S FORGOTTEN HEARTLAND

Perfectly placed at the centre of England, the Notswolds is where a timeless rural heritage meets modern life. From handsome country homes and leafy village greens, to vibrant market towns and celebrated schools, this is a region offering the rare luxury of both quality, and the time and space to enjoy it. London is only an hour away by train - and with the Notswolds equally well connected across the midlands and to the north - it’s a place to slow down without losing touch.

A NEW CHAPTER IN ENGLISH COUNTRY LIVING

Here in the heartland of the country lies a landscape rich in character, energy and creativity. Centred around Rutland, England’s smallest county, and encompassing the borderlands of Northamptonshire, Nottinghamshire, Lincolnshire, Cambridgeshire and Leicestershire, the Notswolds is one of England’s most exciting emerging regions.

Unhurried, unspoilt and understated. The Notswolds is a place where limestone shapes the character of streets and squares, rolling pastures give way to ancient woodland, and where a slower pace invites people back to nature, to craft, and a gentler way of living. This is not a story of escape, but of connection.

WHERE MARKET TOWNS MEET MODERN LIFE

Blending timeless charm with modern vitality, the elegant market towns of the Notswolds like Stamford, Uppingham, and Market Harborough offer independent shops, galleries, and cafés set among historic streetscapes. The surrounding countryside is rich with characterful villages, gently rolling hills, ancient woods, and over 1,000 miles of footpaths and bridleways that invite outdoor exploration.

ROLLING HILLS, ANCIENT WOODS, ENDLESS TRAILS

From the broad slopes of the Vale of Belvoir to the river paths of the Welland Valley, nature here is both accessible and unspoilt.

At its heart lies Rutland Water, a hub for sailing, cycling, and birdwatching. The region’s historic estates, many still family-run and open to the public, provide a quiet thread of continuity, preserving the spirit of place through generations of stewardship and a deep-rooted connection to home and community.

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