Activities

View over the shire as the carriage goes down the drive

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Horse riding

Wimpole Shires Experience Days and Carriage Rides

Wimpole Estate, Cambridgeshire

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

Shires held by Vicky in the traditional yard

Activity feature

Horse riding

Sponsor one of the Wimpole Shires

Wimpole Estate, Cambridgeshire

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

Two shire horses in a farmyard at Wimpole Home Farm

Activity feature

Horse riding

Shire Horses at Wimpole

Wimpole Estate, Cambridgeshire

Wimpole's Shire horses, each with their own personalities, are a favourite amongst our volunteers and visitors.

Cycling trail

Wimpole Cycle Trail

Wimpole Estate, Cambridgeshire

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)

Walking trail

Wimpole Woodland Thrones Walk, Cambridgeshire

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)

Walking trail

Wimpole Cobbs Wood farm walk, Arrington, Cambridgeshire

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)

Walking trail

Wimpole Folly and woodland belt walk, Cambridgeshire

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.