Shopping at Wimpole Estate

A floral cushion and throw - part of the spring collection 2025 — A floral cushion and throw are part of the spring collection 2025 | © National Trust Images/James Dobson

Discover a range of seasonal and locally sourced treats on sale in The Stables shop or browse in the second-hand bookshop. With all profits going back into the conservation of Wimpole, your spending can be guilt-free.

The stockroom is currently fully booked

We're sorry but we are unable to accept new bookshop donations at this time, please check back in a few weeks.

Gift shop

If you are on the lookout for a present for a loved one or a little something for yourself, you can find it all at our gift shop. Situated in the historic Stables block, the shop offers a wide range of unique and thoughtful items including books, toys, clothing, food, homeware products and much more.

Plant hub

Inspired by the flourishing gardens at Wimpole Estate? Discover a wide range of seasonal blooms, ceramics, accessories, and gifts in the Stable block courtyard. Perfect for adding a splash of Wimpole to your outdoor space.

Shelves lined with second-hand books at Wimpole Estate — The second-hand bookshop at Wimpole Estate, Cambridgeshire | © Elliot Neale

The second-hand bookshop

Run by a team of volunteers, the second-hand bookshop is stocked with a wide range of books to suit everybody. As opening times vary, to avoid disappointment, please call ahead if you wish to visit the bookshop specifically.

When it's closed, there are tables outside stocked with books for you to browse, and you can pay in the shop opposite.

Bookshop donations

Are you looking to free up some space on your book shelves, or do you have a jigsaw that you've completed one too many times? Why not donate them to Wimpole's second hand bookshop? You can drop off any donations at the visitor welcome centre, we only ask that if you have a large amount to donate, please call ahead at 01223 206000 to arrange a drop-off time.

Unfortunately, we’re unable to accept the following items:

Multi-volume encyclopaedias, for example: Encyclopaedia Britannica
Vinyl records
CDs, DVDs and videos
Magazines/periodicals.

All bookshop donations help to raise money for conservation projects all around the estate.

Thank you

It is through your purchases and support that we are able to continue to care for nature, beauty and history for everyone, for ever.

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