parkrun
10 Oct, 17 Oct…
A weekly community 5k at Wimpole Estate where participants can walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate. The event takes place on Saturday mornings and has no time limit.
Cambridgeshire
Cambridgeshire is a historic and picturesque county in England known for its university city, fenland landscapes, and cultural heritage with good transport links and diverse outdoor and cultural attractions.
Saturday Parkland Walk
10 Oct (this Saturday)
A volunteer-guided walk of around 2 to 3 miles through Wimpole Estate’s parkland, with opportunities to learn about its history and discover scenic highlights. Walks last around 1 to 1.5 hours.
Halloween in the House
7 Oct–1 Nov (another 23 days)
Halloween visitors can explore Wimpole Hall’s spooky displays, including cobwebs, a frightful feast, a pumpkin patch and decorations in the basement. On 27 and 29 October, children aged 4–8 can also attend spooky story readings.
Glasshouse Chilli Tours
9 Oct
A volunteer-led tour in the Wimpole Estate Glasshouse explores the range of sweet and hot peppers growing there, with visitors able to see the chillies ripening.
Near Wimpole Estate
Wimpole Hall is a historic country estate near Cambridge featuring a grand 17th-century hall with significant architectural and garden designs, a large working farm with rare animal breeds, extensive landscaped grounds, and a range of family-friendly activities and events.
Stranger Folk
7 Oct–1 Nov (another 23 days)
Stranger Folk is an app-based adventure game exploring British folklore at Fen Cottage and Wicken Fen. Follow the Crone’s directions and investigate places where mysterious creatures are said to be crossing into the real world.
Near Wicken Fen National Nature Reserve
Wicken Fen National Nature Reserve in Cambridgeshire is one of Europe's most important wetlands, offering visitors a rich outdoor experience with diverse wildlife and plants, accessible boardwalk trails, family activities, and facilities including a café and visitor centre.
Boat Tour and Tour of Houghton Mill
7 Oct
Take an electric boat trip from St Ives Quay to Houghton Mill and back, with time at the mill for a guided tour and a visit to the village. The ticket includes the return boat journey and the mill tour.
Near Houghton Mill
Houghton Mill is a historic water mill on the Great Ouse in Cambridgeshire, offering visitors a working mill experience with traditional and modern milling techniques and a nearby camping site. It is a National Trust property with heritage significance.
Anglesey Abbey: Made and Remade
8 Oct, 13 Oct…
A talk with Anglesey Abbey house guides explores how the site changed from a medieval religious site into a country house and how Lord Fairhaven reshaped it through architecture, art, gardens and collecting. It includes stories about items in the collection, including paintings by Claude Lorrain and Canova’s Amorino.
Near Anglesey Abbey, Gardens and Lode Mill
Anglesey Abbey offers extensive 35 acres of formal gardens and wildflower meadows with seasonal highlights including spring bulbs, roses, and a winter garden. The venue features outdoor attractions for nature lovers and families, including a children's play area and refreshments available on site.
Stranger Folk
7–31 Oct (another 22 days)
Stranger Folk is a Halloween folklore adventure at Wimpole Estate. Visitors use a downloadable app, guided by the Crone, to find places where folklore creatures are crossing into the real world.
History Strolls
11 Oct, 18 Oct…
A Sunday morning walk around Wimpole Estate featuring an educational talk about the estate’s history, landscape and people.
Near Wimpole Home Farm
Wimpole Home Farm is an 18th-century model farm on the Wimpole Estate featuring rare breeds of farm animals, historic listed buildings including a Grade II* barn, and a display of traditional farm implements. It offers an outdoor farm park experience managed by the National Trust.
TOUR: Collecting Passions
7 Oct, 9 Oct…
A guided tour of Anglesey Abbey explores how Lord Fairhaven collected and displayed objects, visiting the Newmarket Bedroom, Library and Upper Gallery. The tour lasts about 45 minutes, followed by time for questions.
Winnie-the-Pooh Centenary Exhibition
7 Oct–1 Nov, 16 Nov–23 Dec…
An exhibition celebrating 100 years of Winnie-the-Pooh, featuring extracts from A.A. Milne’s stories and E.H. Shepard’s illustrations, and exploring the creation of Pooh, his friends and the Hundred Acre Wood.
Near Anglesey Abbey
Anglesey Abbey is a National Trust property in Cambridgeshire featuring a Jacobean country house built on a priory site, surrounded by 98 acres of landscaped gardens and grounds including a working historic mill. Visitors can explore the richly furnished interiors with art collections and tapestries, as well as extensive outdoor gardens with seasonal events and an outdoor cinema.
Behind closed doors: Audley End’s Forgotten Interiors
8 Oct–30 Nov (another 52 days)
An exhibition of photographs by Lachlan French and Clive Downes reveals Audley End’s usually closed second-floor rooms, once used as guest bedrooms and servants’ quarters. The images explore the rooms’ faded interiors and traces of life in the house.
Near Audley End House
Audley End House is a grand early 17th-century Jacobean English country house near Saffron Walden, Essex, set within Capability Brown-designed parkland with historic gardens. It served as a royal residence and was used by the Special Operations Executive during WWII. Visitors can explore the extensive interiors, grounds and gardens, which have been featured in film and television.
Junior parkrun
11 Oct, 18 Oct…
A free weekly 2k junior parkrun for children aged 4 to 14, offering a friendly opportunity to run, enjoy the estate and take part in sport.
The Very Hungry Caterpillar™ trail
7 Oct–1 Nov (another 23 days)
Follow a garden trail inspired by Eric Carle’s The Very Hungry Caterpillar, spotting fruits and snacks and taking part in games and activities while learning about the transformation from caterpillar to butterfly.
3 miles from Longstowe Hall
Longstowe Hall features magnificent Edwardian gardens with seasonal flower displays and historic parkland, complemented by a squash court cafe serving local dishes. Visitors can explore expansive gardens, ancient woodland, lakes, and enjoy wheelchair accessible paths with some uneven terrain.
Three Cheers for Pooh! Story trail
7–23 Oct, 26 Oct–23 Dec…
A family story trail through the gardens featuring Winnie-the-Pooh and characters from A.A. Milne’s stories, including Pooh and Tigger.
Near Quy Hall
Quy Hall is a Grade II* listed English country house known for its unique Victorian mural paintings and distinctive architecture. Visitors can enjoy guided tours of the historic interior led by the owner, explore the attractive gardens with seasonal displays, and experience this rare glimpse into life in a private country home.