Activities at Wimpole Estate

Summer at Wimpole

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

Sponsor one of the Wimpole Shires

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

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 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.

Parkland

Explore the acres of parkland at Wimpole, abundant with wildlife, flora and fauna.

Wimpole 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)

Discover Wimpole this Easter

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

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.

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 archaeology walk, Wimpole Estate, Cambridgeshire

An easy 1 mile walk around Wimpole, walking across land scheduled as an Ancient Monument.

• Easy
• 1 hour
• 1.2 miles (1.9km)

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)

Wimpole Folly and woodland belt walk, Wimpole Estate, Cambridgeshire

Enjoy a walk that starts at Wimpole's stable-block and takes you on an exploration of one of the largest estates in Cambridgeshire, taking in some of it's key features.

• Easy
• 1 hour 30 mins
• 3.0 miles (4.8km)

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 Cycle Challenge

Enjoy exploring a little further afield from Wimpole. This route is designed for cyclists looking for more of a challenge. It is all on road and contains some steep climbs.

• Challenging
• 2 hours 15 mins
• 28.0 miles (45.05km)

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)