Dementia Fair at Oakham Castle this weekend

Wednesday, 20 May 2026 13:36

Source: Age UK Leicester Shire & Rutland Facebook page

A free Dementia Fair takes place this Saturday at Oakham Castle.

Open to everyone, whether you're supporting a loved one, living with the condition or just want to learn more. Family friendly activities are running throughout the day. There's also performances from the Acorn Singers, who are a dementia friendly choir. It's organised by Age UK, Rutland County Council and the Admiral Nurses Team and runs this Saturday from 10:00am until 3:30pm.

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