If you haven’t discovered Waresley Park Estate yet, prepare to feel quietly smug when you do. Set across 120 acres of rolling countryside (positively mountainous by Cambridgeshire standards), this French château-style estate is a dreamy rural retreat that blends nature, wellbeing and beautifully curated experiences.

At its heart sits the elegant country house, alongside eight luxury lodges dotted across the grounds — perfect for weekend escapes, group getaways or slow countryside stays. A heritage-inspired cottage is also joining the collection, adding another charming stay to the mix.

But Waresley is far more than just somewhere to sleep. The estate has evolved into a hub for experiences, retreats and workshops throughout the year. Its summer programme brings outdoor theatre to the stunning grass amphitheatre, while Bank Holiday Mondays mean Open Garden events. In 2026, expect fish and dip Fridays by the lake, children’s yoga, and a full weekly schedule of yoga, Pilates, breathwork and meditation. Come winter, raclette nights bring a cosy slice of the Alps to this corner of Cambs.

Wellbeing is woven through everything here. Wild swimming sessions run throughout the week (with introductory courses for beginners), and the lakeside tipi hosts yoga, sound baths and float-and-sound experiences under wide skies. There’s even an opportunity during summer to launch your paddle boards on the lake.

And, if you want to pamper yourself even more, there’s the on-site spa which features a luxury swimming pool, with integrated whirlpool. If you’re booking in for a treatment, there’s a wide range of indulgent offerings. Think scrubs, wraps, facials, massages and luxurious spa rituals to truly relax and unwind.

Feeling peckish? Tuck into the seasonal evening small plates menu for thoughtful modern cooking you won’t forget in a hurry. And, keep your eyes peeled for the seasonal supper clubs hosted by talented in-house chef, Ed Forest Brown.

There’s serious sustainability too: the estate produces its own honey, gin, bread, granola and preserves, with coffee roasted onsite and available to buy (as well as in Newnham). And with padel courts opening in Spring 2026, there’s even more reason to plan a visit.

Waresley Park is also available for corporate event hire throughout the year.

A place to pause, recharge and reconnect with nature — Waresley Park Estate is countryside living done beautifully.