Wimpole Home Farm

Wimpole Estate, Arrington, Royston, Cambridgeshire SG8 0BW, UK
1-90 Years
Paid

Description

Wimpole Estate, Cambridgeshire, is a living, working estate guided by the seasons, featuring an impressive mansion, expansive parkland, beautiful gardens, and a rare breed farm. At the heart of the estate stands a 17th-century historic house, with intimate family rooms contrasting with lavish Georgian interiors, offering a glimpse into its rich history. Visitors can enjoy a range of family-friendly activities, from seasonal events and interactive experiences to meeting farm animals, ensuring a full day of fun and learning. Home Farm contrasts the traditional farmyard with the noisy modern piggery and cattle sheds, with daily farm activities there is a chance to join in and discover more about farming.. The gardens feature the Parterre, winding Pleasure Grounds, and the Walled Garden with herbaceous borders and fruit trees, providing a scenic and educational experience. The parkland spans acres of wildlife-rich landscapes, with open spaces, a Gothic folly, and the Chinese bridge offering picturesque views across the estate.

Tickets: Gardens and Parkland: Adults (18+) – £11.00 with Gift Aid / £10.00 without; Children (5–17; under 5s free) – £5.50 with Gift Aid / £5.00 without. Whole Estate: Adults (18+) – £22.00 with Gift Aid / £20.00 without; Children (5–17; under 5s free) – £11.00 with Gift Aid / £10.00 without.

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Features

  • Paid
  • Host birthday parties: No

Features

  • Home Farm: Home Farm is the only in-hand farm of its kind in the National Trust. It serves as a model for sustainable farming practices and is home to many rare-breed animals, including Shire horses, pigs, sheep, cows, and goats, giving visitors a unique insight into farm life.
  • Spotlight Events: Visitors can stand beneath the spider stairwell draped with cobwebs and clinging creatures, witness a frightful feast in the dining room, and follow the woodcutter trail along the Long Gallery. Those brave enough can venture into the basement to see flickering candlelight casting dancing shadows on the walls.
  • Things to See and Do
    • Family-friendly Activities: From seasonal events and interactive experiences to meeting farm animals, visitors have plenty to enjoy for a full family day out at Wimpole Estate.
    • Visiting Wimpole Hall: Step inside Wimpole Hall to explore how previous owners left their mark on this historic house, with highlights including the entrance hall featuring mosaic encaustic floor tiles from Maw and Co.
    • Visiting Wimpole Garden: Wander through the Parterre, meander the Pleasure Grounds, and explore the Walled Garden with its herbaceous borders and fruit trees. The gardens provide a scenic and educational experience for visitors of all ages.
    • Explore the Parkland: The expansive parkland at Wimpole is rich with wildlife, flora, and fauna. Visitors can stroll across open spaces, visit the Gothic folly, and enjoy the scenic views, including crossing the Chinese bridge to fully appreciate the estate’s historic landscape.

Facilities

  • Adventure playground/play area
  • Bookshop
  • Café
  • Car park
  • Dogs allowed: Dogs on leads are welcome in the Parkland, Stables area and outdoor terrace at the Old Rectory restaurants. Only assistance dogs are permitted into the Hall, Gardens and Home Farm
  • Electric vehicle charging point: 12 7.4 kW electric vehicle charging points are available in the main car park. Chargers can be accessed using mobile app, RFID card, or contactless payment device. Visit our EV charging partner, RAW Charging's website (www.rawcharging.com/drivers) to download the app before your visit.
  • Picnic area
  • Plant shop
  • Restaurant
  • Shop
  • Toilet: Toilets are available at Hardwicke Gate, the Hall, Home Farm, the Old Rectory Restaurant and The Stables

Price

Price: Paid

Price Details

  • Gardens and Parkland Tickets
    • Adult (18+): £11.00 with Gift Aid / £10.00 without
    • Child (5–17; under 5s free): £5.50 with Gift Aid / £5.00 without
    • Family (2 Adults + up to 3 children): £27.50 with Gift Aid / £25.00 without
    • One Parent Family: £16.50 with Gift Aid / £15.00 without
  • Whole Estate Tickets
    • Adult (18+): £22.00 with Gift Aid / £20.00 without
    • Child (5–17; under 5s free): £11.00 with Gift Aid / £10.00 without
    • Family (2 Adults + up to 3 children): £55.00 with Gift Aid / £50.00 without
    • One Parent Family: £33.00 with Gift Aid / £30.00 without
  • Admission Information
    • Free Entry: National Trust members. Show membership card on arrival.
    • Booking: No pre-booking required for daytime admission. Pay on arrival if not a member.
    • Whole Estate Ticket: Includes access to the Hall, Gardens, Park, and Farm.

Pricing URL: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/wimpole-estate/features/explore-wimpole-home-farm

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

  • To See Opening times Visit their websie

Address: Wimpole Estate, Arrington, Royston, Cambridgeshire SG8 0BW, UK

Post Code: SG8 0BW

Council: South Cambridgeshire

County: Hertfordshire

  • By road: 8 miles south-west of Cambridge (A603), 6 miles north of Royston (A1198). Entrance via A603
  • Parking: New entrance and free car park is accessed from Old Wimpole Road, approximately 500yrds nearer the A603. Please look out for signs directing you to the entrance.
  • Sat Nav: Please follow the brown tourist signs to enter the estate as some Sat Navs may take you to an unused gateway.
  • On foot: Wimpole Way from Cambridge
  • By train: Shepreth 5 miles. Taxi service from Royston 8 miles
  • By bus: The 75 from Cambridge drops off passengers at Arrington (1 mile from Wimpole) or Orwell (2 miles from Wimpole).
  • Cycling: National Trust permitted cycle path to entrance from Orwell (A603). Cycling - more information 

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