Activities at Wimpole Estate

Planning your visit to Wimpole
The parkland at Wimpole re-opened in June and it's recommended you book your parkland and garden ticket, which includes a parking space, in advance of your arrival to Wimpole.

Wimpole folly and woodland belt walk, Wimpole Estate, Cambridgeshire
Enjoy a walk that takes you on an exploration of one of the largest estates in Cambridgeshire, taking in some of its key features.
- Easy
- 1 hour 30 mins
- 3.0 miles (4.8km)

Walking at Wimpole
Get outdoors in the fresh air and start walking your way around Wimpole.

Wimpole Cobbs Wood farm walk, Wimpole Estate, Cambridgeshire
This walk is a great way to explore Wimpole's farmland and learn more about the working estate, grazing pastures and some of its animals.
- Moderate
- 1 hour 15 mins
- 3.2 miles (5.1km)

Woodland thrones walk, Wimpole Estate, Cambridgeshire
Take a leisurely stroll across Wimpole Estate and through the woodland belts where you'll discover a few rustic thrones overlooking some glorious views. The giant chairs have all been made by our Forestry team from oak trees grown on the Estate.
- Moderate
- 1 hour 30 mins
- 3.2 miles (5.1km)

Summer at Wimpole
With leisurely walks through the Pleasure Grounds and ancient parkland and opportunities for countless family adventures, you can spend the whole day at Wimpole this summer, whatever the weather.

Parkland
Explore the acres of parkland at Wimpole, abundant with wildlife, flora and fauna; wander through the woodland belts or head across the Chinese bridge and on up to visit the Gothic folly.

Christmas at Wimpole
Include Wimpole in your festive traditions this Christmas with a reindeer walk through the gardens, carols in the Stable Block and the sumptuous Georgian Christmas decorations inside the magnificent showrooms of Wimpole Hall.

Visiting Wimpole with your dog
We love dogs at Wimpole. Please read these tips from the Countryside Code and adhere to them when exploring our estate with your dog.

Activities at Wimpole
We've plenty to inspire you to get active at our special place. From cycling to Nordic Walking and Parkruns, there's no excuse to stay indoors.

Wimpole in the Spring
A time to see the changing seasons with daffodils beginning to emerge and the first glimpse of trees in bud.

Discover Wimpole this Easter
Easter is a busy time to see the Spring bulbs in the gardens and new life emerging at Home Farm.

Wimpole Cycle Trail
This 4.5 mile trail is a good cycle challenge through rolling countryside. Passing along woodland tracks, bridleways and arable fields, enjoy this view of Cambridgeshire on your bike.
- Moderate
- 1 hour
- 4.5 miles (7.2km)

Wimpole's Shire horse project
Wimpole Estate in Cambridgeshire has updated the Stabling and heavy horse area at Wimpole Home Farm, find out more here.

Wimpole in the Winter with glimpses of Spring
Get outdoors and see the changing seasons with sharp winter frosts and the first glimpse in the gardens of snowdrops and aconites.

Wimpole Shires Experience Days and Carriage Rides
At Wimpole you can take a Shire horse carriage ride or learn to harness and drive one of these gentle giants.

Shire Horse - Stanley
Wimpole Estate's Shire Horse Murphy

Sponsor one of the Wimpole Shires
Help us look after the magnificent Wimpole Shires by donating to our sponsorship scheme.