Wimpole Estate
Things to see & do
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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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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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Gardens
Gardens
Our pleasure grounds boast some spectacular views and colours with vibrant wildflowers. 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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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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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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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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Start your 50 things adventure
50 Things to do
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There are lots of 50 things you can tick off your list at Wimpole: visit a farm; run around in the rain; track wild animals; discover what is in a pond and many more. Just ask the team at Reception for a 50 things booklet and pointers when your arrive.
Top ten 50 things at Wimpole
Go on a really long bike ride at Wimpole
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We've picked out just ten highlights of the 50 things you can do at Wimpole, there are more, see how many you can tick off.
50 things events
Discover what's in a pond
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We've created a few 50 things inspired events, so you can still complete the adventures, but with a little help from us. So why not come along and join our ranger for some fun in the Park.
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.
A little bit extra
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Facilities
At the Stable Block, find the ticket office, toilets, shops, café and membership informati...
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Tracker packs
Explore the parkland with a free tracker pack from the 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.
Walking
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.