Activities at Wimpole Estate

Wimpole's Shire horse project

Wimpole Estate in Cambridgeshire is planning to update the Stabling and heavy horse area at Wimpole Home Farm, find out more here.

Post Christmas and the New Year at Wimpole

After all the eating, drinking and merrymaking, it’s the perfect time to get out with family and have some fresh air, so grab your walking boots and go for a walk at Wimpole.

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 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 Woodland Thrones Walk, 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)

Wimpole Cobbs Wood farm walk, Arrington, 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, 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)

Discover Wimpole this Easter

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

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.

Walking at Wimpole

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

Shire horse - Queenie

Wimpole Estate's Shire Horse Queenie

Shire horse - Lady

Wimpole Estate's Shire Horse Lady

Shire Horse - Murphy

Wimpole Estate's Shire Horse Murphy

Shire Horse - Harry

Wimpole Estate's Shire Horse Harry

Shire horse - Jasper

Wimpole Estate's Shire Horse Jasper

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.