Activities at Wimpole Estate
Visiting Wimpole Estate: What you need to know
The house, gardens, farm and parkland at Wimpole Estate are open. Here you’ll find everything you need to know about what to expect from your visit.
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.
Walking at Wimpole
Get outdoors in the fresh air and start walking your way around Wimpole.
Wimpole folly 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)
Shire Horses at Wimpole
Wimpole's Shire horses, each with their own personalities, are a favourite amongst our volunteers and visitors.
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.
Sponsor one of the Wimpole Shires
Help us look after the magnificent Wimpole Shires by donating to our sponsorship scheme.
Wimpole's multi-use trail
In partnership with Sport England, Wimpole Estate is part of a national project to provide multi-use trails at some of our places. Completed in 2020, the multi-use trail provides a safe, circular 5.5 mile route through the wider estate for visitors to explore the outdoors and get active.
Easter egg hunts at Wimpole Estate
Discover your local family-friendly trail at Wimpole Estate with fun activities to do along the way. Complete the trail and earn your chocolate reward (or non-edible alternative) at the end.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Shire Horse - Stanley
Wimpole Estate's Shire Horse Murphy
Winter at Wimpole
Winter is an enchanting time to visit Wimpole. Step inside the Hall to discover its Georgian wonders or make the most of walks and adventures around the gardens and parkland, whatever the weather.