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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.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Each week, we take a different route, varying in distance and taking in different highlights around the estate. Our Wednesday Walks are usually between 3 and 5 miles and take 1 to 2 hours, depending on walking speed. A good level of fitness is required for these walks. A suggested donation of £2, paid at our Visitor Welcome, will be greatly appreciated.

Walk Dates and Routes:

7 May - Centre Park, 3.8 miles

14 May - Arrington Walk, 3.2 miles

21 May - Folly Central, 3.8 miles

28 May - Chalk Ridge, 4.7 miles

11 June - Folly East, 3.6 miles

18 June - Multi-Use Trail West, 4.3 miles

25 June - Thrones Walk, 3.9 miles

2 July - Zig Zag Walk, 3.6 miles

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

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

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The basics

Suitability

These walks are more suitable for adults.

Meeting point

Meet at the turning circle, outside The Stables.

What to bring and wear

Walkers should wear stout footwear and suitable clothing (waterproofs are always recommended!)

Accessibility

Our Wednesday Walks are between 3 - 5 miles and are across a variety of terrains, so please do take this into consideration when joining.* Please note the start point at The Stables is 0.5 miles from the car park.

Other

* Guides reserve the right to refuse participation of those who are not properly prepared.

Contact info

Wimpole Estate Office

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