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Upcoming events

at Wimpole Estate

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parkrun 

A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!

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on
2 Aug to 27 Dec 2025
at
09:00 to 11:00
+ 21 other dates or times
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Summer of Play 

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

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on
2 Aug to 3 Sep 2025
at
09:30 to 16:00
+ 32 other dates or times
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Pig feeding at Home Farm 

An experience not to be missed on your visit to Wimpole Estate, the Home Farm pig feeding takes place twice daily.

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on
2 Aug to 31 Dec 2025
at
11:15 to 11:30
+ 303 other dates or times
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SOLD OUT - Sunset Series: Macbeth 

Touring the UK this summer, The Duke’s Theatre Company presents Macbeth by William Shakespeare.

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on
2 Aug 2025
at
19:00 to 21:00
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Shire horse experience days 

A unique experience to spend the day working with our magnificent Wimpole Shire horses.

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on
3 Aug to 18 Sep 2025
at
10:00 to 16:00
+ 4 other dates or times
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History Strolls 

Join us for a walk around Wimpole Estate every Sunday morning.

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on
3 Aug to 26 Oct 2025
at
11:00 to 12:00
+ 12 other dates or times
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Archery workshop 

Add another string to your bow this summer!

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on
4 Aug to 6 Aug 2025
at
10:00 to 11:30
+ 5 other dates or times
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Guided garden walks 

Discover Wimpole's historic gardens.

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on
4 Aug to 31 Oct 2025
at
11:30 to 12:30
+ 129 other dates or times
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Archery drop-in sessions 

Hit the mark with a new skill!

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on
4 Aug to 6 Aug 2025
at
14:00 to 16:00
+ 2 other dates or times
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Stories in the stables 

Stop by the stable block and enjoy a reading of a children's classic or family favourite.

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on
5 Aug to 2 Sep 2025
at
10:30 to 11:00
+ 4 other dates or times
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Wednesday Walks 

Enjoy the estate from a different perspective and discover the best bits of the parkland and countryside by joining our volunteer guides on a hearty Wednesday Walk.

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on
6 Aug to 31 Dec 2025
at
11:00 to 13:00
+ 21 other dates or times
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Heavy Horse Carriage Rides 

Experience the luxury of a private carriage ride pulled by one of our magnificent Wimpole Shire horses.

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on
6 Aug to 17 Sep 2025
at
11:30 to 12:15
+ 11 other dates or times
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Greenhouse chilli tours 

Spice up your walk around the Walled Garden this summer and join us for one of our chili tours in the greenhouse.

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on
8 Aug to 31 Oct 2025
at
11:00 to 11:30
+ 12 other dates or times
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Sunset Series: The Wind in the Willows 

“There’s a world outside and I want to see it!” Join Paperback Theatre for a charming open-air adaptation of The Wind in the Willows.

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on
8 Aug 2025
at
18:00 to 19:00
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SOLD OUT - Sunset Series: Brentwood Mac 

An outstanding tribute to the music of Fleetwood Mac

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on
9 Aug 2025
at
19:00 to 21:30
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TICKETS LOW - Sunset Series: Pride & Prejudice 

Lizzy finds disdainful Mr Darcy detestable! Or does she…? Award-winning Illyria returns to celebrate Jane Austen’s 250th birthday in sparkling style. Bring a picnic and enjoy Jane at her vibrant, witty best!

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on
15 Aug 2025
at
19:00 to 21:20
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Sunset Series: The Merry Wives of Windsor 

Greedy Falstaff is taught a lesson he’ll never forget! International-award-winning Illyria guarantee a night of laughter and hijinks under the stars.

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on
22 Aug 2025
at
19:00 to 21:20
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Sunset Series: A Midsummer Night’s Dream 

The Three Inch Fools present Shakespeare’s most iconic comedy.

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on
23 Aug 2025
at
19:00 to 21:00
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Big Tree Climbing 

Explore Wimpole Estate from the tree tops with The Big Tree Climbing Company.

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on
26 Aug to 27 Oct 2025
at
09:00 to 10:00
+ 41 other dates or times
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Little Acorns in the Gardens 

Come and explore the wonders of nature in the gardens as Wimpole's popular pre-school group heads into the great outdoors.

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on
11 Sep to 25 Sep 2025
at
10:30 to 12:00
+ 2 other dates or times
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Harv'Fest 2025 

Join us on the last three weekends in September for a series of talks, tours, music and demonstrations across Wimpole Estate.

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on
13 Sep to 28 Sep 2025
at
10:00 to 16:00
+ 5 other dates or times
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Little Acorns at the Farm 

Wimpole's popular pre-school group for 2-5 year olds

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on
16 Sep to 2 Dec 2025
at
10:30 to 12:00
+ 9 other dates or times