Rutland is the smallest county in England, bordered by Leicestershire, Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire. It is only 18 miles from north to south at its biggest and its greatest breadth is only 17 miles. Oakham and Uppingham are the only towns in the county and Rutland Water is the best-known landmark. Get the latest news from Rutland and Stamford by signing up to our newsletter here .