Things to Do around Wimpole

Wimpole Estate offers a variety of outdoor activities including road cycling, hiking, jogging, and mountain biking. The estate features diverse landscapes such as ancient parkland, woodlands, and open fields, providing varied terrain for these pursuits. More than 40 routes are available across these sports.

Wimpole Estate provides several road cycling options. A challenging 28-mile (45 km) on-road route includes steep climbs. A moderate 4.5-mile (7.2 km) cycle trail features paved sections. The "Wimpole Ride" is an 11.3-mile (18.2 km) route through the estate and local villages, suitable for road bikes. For more details, refer to the Road Cycling Routes around Wimpole guide.

Wimpole Estate offers numerous hiking trails through its ancient landscape parkland and woodlands. Routes include the 4.8-mile (7.7 km) "Serpentine Lake – The Belts loop" and the 8.1-mile (13 km) "View of Wimpole Estate – Wimpole Hall loop." Mixed-terrain routes, such as the Wimpole Summer and Winter Routes (approximately 3 miles / 5 km each), traverse dirt, grass, and woodland. More information is available in the Hiking around Wimpole guide.

Wimpole Estate features a 3-mile (5 km) multi-user trail suitable for mountain biking. This trail winds through arable fields, bridleways, and woodland tracks. The varied and often unpaved nature of these tracks supports mountain biking activities. Consult the MTB Trails around Wimpole guide for more options.

Wimpole Estate is categorized as family-friendly, offering routes suitable for various ages and abilities. The estate's diverse landscape provides options for leisurely walks and moderate cycle trails. Specific routes and their suitability for families can be found within the available guides on komoot.

Wimpole Estate features several notable attractions. These include the impressive 17th-century Wimpole Hall mansion, a Gothic folly, a vibrant walled kitchen garden, and the Serpentine Lake. The estate also has a Home Farm with rare breed animals, adding to its unique appeal.

Wimpole Estate is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 15,000 visitors sharing their experiences. The routes in the region have an average rating of 4.53 out of 5 stars from over 800 ratings. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among outdoor enthusiasts.

Komoot offers several guides for Wimpole, covering various activities. These include Road Cycling Routes around Wimpole, Hiking around Wimpole, Easy hikes around Wimpole, Running Trails around Wimpole, MTB Trails around Wimpole, Cycling around Wimpole, and Gravel biking around Wimpole.

The official website for Wimpole Estate is part of the National Trust. It provides comprehensive information about the estate, its history, attractions, and visitor services. The website address is https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/wimpole-estate.

Wimpole Estate can be contacted by phone for inquiries. The official phone number for the estate is 01223 206000. This number can be used for general questions or specific visitor information.

Wimpole Estate offers several routes suitable for jogging. Examples include the 4.8-mile (7.7 km) "Serpentine Lake – The Belts loop" and the 8.1-mile (13 km) "View of Wimpole Estate – Wimpole Hall loop." The estate also hosts a parkrun event, which typically involves a cross-country style run on grass. For more options, see the Running Trails around Wimpole guide.