Attractions in Kimbolton & Things to Do in Kimbolton
(and nearby)

Huntingdon Racecourse (7 Miles)*
Huntingdon Racecourse is an intimate racing venue with an atmosphere all of its own, it was voted Best Small Racecourse in the South Midlands and East Anglia by the Racegoers Club.
Hinchingbrooke Country Park (7 Miles)*
At Hinchingbrooke Country Park there are 170 acres of open grasslands, meadows, woodlands and lakes with a wealth of wildlife everywhere.
Wild Britain (8 Miles)*
You'll discover one wild day out at Wild Britain (formerly Bedford Butterfly Park).Starting your visit in the tropical jungle, become a Safari Spotter and earn your free badge.
Hamerton Zoo Park (10 Miles)*
The Zoo Park was opened as a conservation sanctuary in 1990. It is set in 15 acres of parkland providing a safe home for a fascinating array of beautiful creatures from around the world.
Houghton Mill (11 Miles)*
An impressive 17th century water mill in working order on the River Ouse in the village of Houghton.
Hemingford Grey Manor (11 Miles)*
Most of the Norman house remains virtually intact in spite of various changes over nine centuries. The house and garden are the setting for the Green Knowe books, written by Lucy Boston.
Bromham Mill and Gallery (11 Miles)*
There was a mill on the site of Bromham Mill since before the domesday survey in 1086.
Cecil Higgins Art Gallery (12 Miles)*
The Cecil Higgins Art Gallery is closed for redevelopment. You can find out more about our plans on our website. The Gallery is due to re-open in 2012/13.
Higgins Art Gallery & Musuem (12 Miles)*
The Higgins Art Gallery & Museum, Bedford remains closed for a major redevelopment and will reopen in Spring 2013.
Santa Pod Raceway (12 Miles)*
Santa Pod Raceway in the UK is the home of European Drag Racing and host to the televised FIA European Drag Racing Championships.
Lyveden New Bield (13 Miles)*
The empty shell of Lyveden New Bield stands like a doll's house awaiting furniture and a family to move into it. After 400 years, that is unlikely to happen.
Moot Hall (13 Miles)*
Elstow Moot Hall (or Green House as it was formerly known) was built in the late 15th century as a market-house in connection with the village fairs.
Raptor Foundation (14 Miles)*
The Raptor Foundation is a bird of prey sanctuary and hospital. It is a unique and exciting place for children and adults alike to meet and learn about owls, falcons, hawks and buzzards.
Wicksteed Park (14 Miles)*
Wicksteed Park is situated in 147 acres of landscaped English countryside and offers the elements of a country and theme park in one.
Swiss Garden (14 Miles)*
A visit to the Swiss Garden takes you back to the early 19th century, when an interest in ornamental gardening and picturesque architecture were first combined.
Southwick Hall (15 Miles)*
Dating from the 14th Century and owned successively by three families, Southwick Hall illustrates the development of a manor house.
Elton Hall (15 Miles)*
Elton Hall stands in the midst of unspoilt landscaped parkland, on a site where there has been a house since the Norman Conquest.
Manor House Museum (Kettering) & The Alfred East Art Gallery (15 Miles)*
Explore Kettering's history at the Manor House Museum and view the constantly changing programme of exhibitions at the Alfred East Art Gallery.
Boughton House (16 Miles)*
Boughton House is the Northamptonshire home of the Duke and Duchess of Buccleuch and Queensberry.
Cowper & Newton Museum (16 Miles)*
Visit Orchard Side, home of the 18th century poet, translator and Letter-writer William Cowper. See displays of his works, portraits and memorabilia, plus those of his friend John Newton.
Sywell Aviation Museum (17 Miles)*
Sywell Aviation Museum charts the history of the delightful Art Deco Sywell Aerodrome from 1928 to the present, and aviation in Northamptonshire as a whole.
Prebendal Manor House (17 Miles)*
The Prebendal Manor is a 1,200 year old medieval centre on the north eastern edge of Northamptonshire, near Oundle, Stamford and Peterborough.
Wimpole Home Farm (17 Miles)*
Wimpole Home Farm, part of the Wimpole Estate, is still a working farm and is East Anglia's largest rare breeds centre.
Wimpole Hall, Garden and Park (17 Miles)*
Wimpole Hall, set in rolling parkland and woodland, is part of the 2,500 acre Wimpole Estate. The Hall is a magnificent country house, mainly eighteenth century in style.
Nene Valley Railway (18 Miles)*
The Nene Valley Railway has only been operating since 1977 but the line once formed part of an important cross-country route from East Anglia to the Midlands.
* Distances shown are in a direct line. Distances by road will be longer.



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