Cambridgeshire

Discover distinctive fenland landscapes, grand houses, lush farmland and a myriad of waterways, cycle paths and wildlife. There's plenty of choice in Cambridgeshire, if you live in or are visiting East Anglia.

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Sheep grazing in the parkland on a frosty winter morning at Wimpole Estate, Cambridgeshire

Place

Wimpole Estate

Today Wimpole is still a working estate, guided by the seasons, with an impressive mansion, parkland, gardens and Home Farm to explore.

View of Anglesey Abbey from the south lawn in the winter, frost seen on the house, trees and lawn, Cambridge

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Anglesey Abbey

A passion for tradition and impressing guests, inspired one man to transform a run-down country house and desolate landscape into the masterpiece you see today.

Wicken Lode in winter with frost on the reeds and ice on the water surface at Wicken Fen National Nature Reserve, Cambridgeshire

Place

Wicken Fen

The National Trust's oldest nature reserve, England's most famous fen and one of Europe’s most important wetlands supporting over 9000 species

18th-century watermill at Houghton Mill, Cambridgeshire in spring

Place

Houghton Mill

Book onto a tour to follow the amazing survival story of this 18th century watermill, which still continues the tradition of milling onsite.

View of the house from the south brink at Peckover House, Cambridgeshire

Place

Peckover House and Garden

Peckover is a hidden oasis in the heart of Wisbech. Book a tour to step inside the Georgian townhouse or wander around the two acre Walled Garden.

View from the Book Room into the Library at Wimpole Hall, Cambridgeshire

Houses and Buildings

Gardens

A winter scene at Wimpole with a morning sunrise, frosty trees and grass

Countryside and woodland

The Winter Walk covered in frost in February at Anglesey Abbey in Cambridgeshire

Walks

Visitors at Wicken Fen National Nature Reserve, Cambridgeshire with windmill behind them.

Family days out

A visitor in the café enjoying a cake at Red House, Kent

Places to eat

Visitors cycling at Wicken Fen National Nature Reserve, Cambridgeshire

Outdoor activities

Plan a family friendly day out this spring with Easter trails at these places near you.

Two girls wearing bunny ears walking among the daffodils on an Easter Trail

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Easter adventures at Anglesey Abbey

Make your way along the Easter trail and find sheep-themed activities for the whole family. How far can you throw the farmer’s welly boot, and can you carry your sheep to safety through the mini obstacle course?

Family enjoying an easter egg trail in the garden at Wimpole Estate, Cambridgeshire

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Easter adventures at Wimpole Estate

Set against the backdrop of the historic mansion house enjoy fun easter activities including; hop like a bunny, carrot corn throw, and wibble wobble like a lamb.

Image of a child wearing wellington boots, kneeling on grass, completing their Easter trail sheet

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Easter adventures at Wicken Fen

There’s lots for families to get involved in at Wicken Fen, with an Easter Egg hunt, ranger walks, mixed media moths family craft workshop, pond dipping and a lino printing workshop.

Girl looking at activity sheet on the Easter trail at Tyntesfield, Somerset

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Easter adventures at Peckover House and Garden

This spring, treat the whole family to a world of adventures at Peckover House on an Easter trail.

Escape into nature for some fresh air and a walk. Here's our top walks around the county.

An autumn day view of Quy Water with Lode mill in the background at Anglesey Abbey, Cambridgeshire

Trail

Beyond Anglesey Abbey walk

A 4.6-mile family friendly walk along footpaths among the flat, Cambridgeshire fenland landscapes taking in waterways, Lode Mill and the villages of Stow-cum-Quy and Lode.

Visitors crossing Norman's Bridge at Wicken Fen National Nature Reserve, Cambridgeshire

Trail

Four Lodes Trail at Wicken Fen

Explore part of Wicken Fen following the four Lodes on a trail is a great walk for catching a glimpse of grazing herds including Konik ponies and Highland cattle. Stop off at one of the hides to look for bittern, waterfowl and marsh harriers. It's the perfect walk for all the family to enjoy this season.

More walks to try in Cambridgeshire

There are lots of things to discover on a walk in Cambridgeshire, including Anglesey Abbey’s iconic tree avenues, Wicken Fen’s winding reedbed routes, and paths through the two-acre Victorian garden at Peckover House.

A funky golden painted Shaun the Sheep sculpture stands on a winding garden path.

Events coming up in Cambridgeshire

Find out about upcoming events at National Trust places in Cambridgeshire.

Fiona Bruce is standing in front of a Christmas tree at Anglesey Abbey. She is wearing a blue top and skirt, smiling at the camera.

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Antiques Roadshow comes to Anglesey Abbey

The Antiques Roadshow 2024 Christmas special has been filmed at Anglesey Abbey. See some of the Anglesey Abbey collection items on screen as Fiona Bruce welcomes guests to the house, decorated for Christmas.

An image of a small black and tan dog on a lead next to its owner who is wearing a pair of navy blue wellies with small dogs printed on them

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Visiting Wimpole Estate with your dog

Why not bring your dog for a walk around Wimpole’s parkland? We just ask you take care around livestock. Then rest awhile on the terrace of the Old Rectory Restaurant.

Dog walkers at Wicken Fen National Nature Reserve in Cambridgeshire

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Visiting Wicken Fen with your dog

Dogs are welcome on the wider nature reserve at Wicken Fen. Where there are miles of paths to explore around Baker's, Adventurers' and Burwell Fens and beyond.

A dog enjoying a winter walk in the grounds at Trelissick, Cornwall

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Visiting Houghton Mill with your dog

Houghton Mill makes for a great starting point for dog-friendly walks that cross water meadows, the Ouse Valley and onto the market town of St Ives and Hemingfords villages.

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'Adopt a Plot' at Wicken Fen set to help restore nature

Adopt a Plot at Wicken Fen set to help restore nature

A group of staff and volunteers watch on as the gardeners prepare to plant a tree in the hole dug in the ground.

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New tree planting at Anglesey Abbey

A Black Walnut tree, Mongolian Lime tree and a Bee tree have all been planted on the Arboretum, where the much-loved Sycamore once stood.

Solar panels at Wimpole Estate in Cambridgeshire

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Wimpole Estate leads ambition to be carbon net zero by 2030

Wimpole Estate has reduced its net carbon emissions by 69% in four years, enough to heat and power 204 homes. The largest solar panel installation in the National Trust saves 50 tonnes of CO2e per year and generates 67% of the estate’s electricity. Land management is capturing around 1,250 tonnes of CO2e per year, supported by the largest tree planting project in the National Trust to date.

His Royal Highness is greeted by members of staff who are lined up close to the front steps of Peckover House

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His Royal Highness The Duke of Gloucester visits Peckover

His Royal Highness The Duke of Gloucester, visits Peckover House & Garden to find out about the National Trust's outreach work with community groups in Wisbech.

An adult and a juvenile crane flying one behind the other with long wings outstretched

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Wicken Fen fledges first crane chick

In it's 125th anniversary year, the National Trust's oldest nature reserve fledges its first crane chick in over 400 years.

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Listen to the Voices of the Fen

A new 18-month creative project, led by internationally renowned artist Kathy Hinde, called ‘Listen to the Voices of the Fen’, will reveal hidden sound-worlds and often un-noticed voices of wildlife that call Wicken Fen home, offering a new perspective on the National Trust’s oldest nature reserve.

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Wicken Fen marks landmark 125th anniversary with £1.8m restoration plan

The National Trust is marking 125 years of caring for one of the oldest nature reserves in the UK – and the very first it acquired - with the announcement of a £1.8 million project to restore 215 hectares (531 acres) of precious peat at Wicken Fen, making it the conservation charities largest lowland peat restoration project.

Participants arrive at the Reed Barn, Peckover House and Garden for the Damsons group.

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The Damsons group at Peckover

Since opening in July 2022, Damsons, a community group for people living with dementia and their loved ones, at Peckover House and Garden, has transformed the lives of its members.

Conservation volunteer looking at the collection at Anglesey Abbey, Cambridgeshire

Volunteering in Cambridgeshire

Making new friends, working in amazing places, and knowing that you're helping a cause you care about – just three great reasons to volunteer with us in Cambridgeshire.

Garden volunteers helping to weed the Walled Garden at Wimpole, Cambridgeshire

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Supporter groups in Cambridgeshire

The Cambridge National Trust Volunteers group come together to help support their local properties. Find out more about what they do and how to join.

Coach House Loft

A converted coach house surrounded by parkland, with a key to Peckover's Garden.

Wainman House

A gorgeous Georgian house with stylish interiors and a private terraced garden in the small town of Wisbech.

Burwell Lode footbridge at sunset with bikes and visitors in shot, at Wicken Fen, Cambridgeshire

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Sustainable travel in Cambridgeshire

There are a number of sustainable options for travelling to and from the places in our care in Cambridgeshire, whether you’re looking to travel by train, bus, bike or foot. Here’s a little more information that can help you plan your visit.

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Blossom

Wimpole Estate, Royston, Cambridgeshire

Unwind and escape at Wimpole Estate

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Shaun the Sheep at Anglesey Abbey

Anglesey Abbey, Gardens and Lode Mill, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire

Come and find twelve super-sized Shaun the Sheep sculptures around the gardens at Anglesey Abbey this spring.

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Women Artists and Designers object trail

Anglesey Abbey, Gardens and Lode Mill, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire

Embark on a brand-new trail in the House and gardens and pick up a copy of the book in the shop.

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Pig feeding at Home Farm

Wimpole Estate, Royston, Cambridgeshire

An experience not to be missed on your visit to Wimpole Estate, the Home Farm pig feeding takes place twice daily.

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Guided garden walks

Wimpole Estate, Royston, Cambridgeshire

Discover Wimpole's historic gardens.

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Little Acorns at the Farm

Wimpole Estate, Royston, Cambridgeshire

Wimpole's popular pre-school group for 2-5 year olds is back!

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Wednesday Walks

Wimpole Estate, Royston, Cambridgeshire

Enjoy the estate from a different perspective and discover the best bits of the parkland and countryside by joining our volunteer guides on a hearty Wednesday Walk.

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parkrun

Wimpole Estate, Royston, Cambridgeshire

A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!

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Visitors enjoying a winter walk at Petworth, West Sussex with snowdrops in the foreground

Where will you visit next?

Discover lots of gardens, historic houses, days out at the coast and more.

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