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Summer of Play

Bigger and better than ever, Summer of Play returns to Wimpole Estate!

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Get ready for a season bursting with fun, imagination, and adventure for the whole family!

From little explorers to big dreamers, our play hub will be packed with hands-on activities designed for all ages. Toddlers can dive into sensory fun with colourful toys and playful environments, while older kids can get creative - build marble runs, stack giant balancing blocks, draw on chalkboards, or take centre stage in our dress-up and performance area.

Within the play hub, there’ll be even more to explore: cloud spotting, den building, music walls, reading tents, the magical story tent, and the high-energy disco tent for nonstop dancing fun! There will also plenty of space to kick a football, skip, hula hoop, or toss a frisbee - all in one exciting, central space.

Beyond the play hub, the fun will continue across the estate with classic outdoor games like croquet, giant chess, and hoopla - perfect for a relaxed afternoon or a bit of friendly family competition.

We're bringing together every kind of play - loose parts, creative, performance, nature, and active play - to inspire curiosity, confidence, and connection all summer long.

Don’t Miss:

🌳 Ice cream trailer

🌳 Trail and animals at Home Farm

🌳 Pest spotting trail in Wimpole Hall

🌳 Big Tree Climbing sessions (book in advance!)

Make it a day out - or your new favourite summer tradition. Wimpole’s Summer of Play is the ultimate family adventure you won’t want to miss.

Summer of Play is sponsored by Starling Bank.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Suitability

This activity is suitable for children

What to bring and wear

Please wear suitable clothes and footwear for the weather conditions.

Accessibility

The play hub is on an uneven grass field, all the paths leading to the hub are accessible. There will be a variety of activities that can be adapted to ability.

Contact info

Wimpole Estate Office

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