Uppingham

Uppingham is a small town in the county of Rutland in the East Midlands of England. It is located on the A47 between Leicester and Peterborough, about 6 miles south of the county town, Oakham. With a population of around 4,000, it is the second largest town in the county.

Related Topics:
Rutland - East Midlands - England - A47 - Leicester - Peterborough - Oakham

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Uppingham ward, which includes the neighbouring parish of Beaumont Chase, has three councillors on Rutland County Council. It is the only ward in the county to have more than two representatives.

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Uppingham is notable as the home of Uppingham School, a public school founded in the 16th century. It is claimed that the school has the largest playing fields of any school in the country.

Related Topics:
Uppingham School - Public school

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There is also a state secondary school (Uppingham Community College) and two primary schools - Leighfield and Uppingham Church of England School.

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Uppingham Railway Station was opened in 1894 and was located at the bottom of Queen Street. It was closed to passengers in 1960 and closed completely in 1964. The area has now been redeveloped as an industrial estate.

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