Things to see & do
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A working estate
A working estate
A working estate with a mansion at its heart. The Home Farm and gardens have been producing vegetables, meat and eggs throughout our history and still do today. Why not visit our restaurant and shop and try some produce from this historic estate?
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Hall
Hall
The hall is a beautiful example of grand and bold architecture. Inside, discover the contrast between stately Georgian interiors with small and intimate rooms. Learn about its past owners and their mark on the Cambridgeshire landscape.
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Park
Park
This Grade I listed park is home to a variety of wildlife and memorable views. Beneath the ground is a rich source of archaeology linking the present to the past. Its earliest known residents are the Romans with their farmhouses. In the medieval era, villages became more structured and existed until the 1600s.
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Home Farm
Home Farm
This working farm is home to a number of rare breed animals. Come and see the new piggery, Bagot goats, Longhorn cattle and the day-to-day workings of our Home Farm.
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Gardens
Gardens
Our pleasure grounds boast some spectacular views and colours with vibrant wild flowers. The parterre, south of the hall, is an array of colour. Our walled garden produces seasonal vegetables for our restaurant and shop, including our award-winning tomatoes.
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A bite to eat
A bite to eat
Whether you're visiting our little café in the Stable Block, our farm restaurant or the newly decorated Old Rectory restaurant, we hope our award-winning food and friendly customer service will help make your day out at Wimpole even more enjoyable.
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Shops
Shops
The Stable Block is home to a number of shops for you to browse and enjoy. The main shop sells a range of quality gifts while the Pantry stocks meat from Home Farm. Visit our small toy and sweet shop as well as the garden shop selling flowers from the estate. Flick through the books at the bookshop.
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A working estate
Hall
Park
Home Farm
Gardens 
A bite to eat
ShopsWalks
Wimpole’s parkland and wider estate make it ideal for walking. The variety of landscape includes woodland paths, lakes and fields all with magnificent views. Walks leaflets are available from the shop.
Cycling
There are three cycle routes to choose from that let you discover the views and landscapes of Wimpole. Suited for all abilities from beginner to cycling pros there is something for everybody, so get your bike and enjoy.
Geocaching
There are five Geocaches to find around the Estate with three routes to suit all abilities. Ask at reception to hire a GPS unit or go out and use your own.
Events
Wimpole holds a variety of events throughout the year, from outdoor theatre to tomato festivals, tours of the hall closets and even livestock courses. There are lots of opportunities for you to discover, learn and play.
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Facilities
At the Stable Block you'll find the ticket office, toilets, shops, café and membership information.
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Tracker packs
Explore the parkland with a free tracker pack. Ask to borrow one at the Stable Block ticket office.
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Family trails
Have a go with our free Mob cap or top hat trail and discover the secrets at Wimpole Hall.
Coming up at Wimpole
- 17 March - Rake making course
- 17 March to 5 April - Lambing time
- 6 to 9 April - Easter egg trail
- 21 April - Keeping chickens and ducks course
- 24 April - A glimpse into the closets
An estate for all seasons
Enjoy a family day out at Wimpole
Wimpole’s parkland is open daily all year round. No matter the time of year, there's parkland to explore and woods to walk and discover. Search for wildlife near the lakes or in the woodland and the field margins and see the landscape change with the seasons.
Activities
Home Farm has a number of different activities for people of all ages to enjoy. Watch the cows being milked, donkeys being groomed or the pigs being fed in their new piggery - there's something for everybody.
Explore the grand and beautiful house and learn about its history. You can take your children on trails to uncover the hall's past. Whatever the weather - and whatever your age - you can find something to enjoy.
Gardens
The gardens provide spectacular colours throughout the year so don't miss:
* Spring bulbs
* Abundant walled garden bursting with produce
* The Union Jack parterre with its summer bedding plants
* Autumnal colours on full show in the pleasure grounds