Hinchingbrooke Country Park is undergoing a major redevelopment to secure its future as a much-loved green space for generations to come.
Latest works bulletin
We are delighted to confirm that phase 1 of the improvement works at Hinchingbrooke Country Park has been completed, and we have now moved into phase 2 of the project.
The works will enhance the park’s habitats, accessibility and visitor facilities, while protecting the natural character that makes Hinchingbrooke such a valued local green space.
July 2026 - Phase 2
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Work on the new visitor centre begins
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Temporary Car Park for Aqua Park established within site line of the new car park.
September 2026
- Work on the new car park begins.
Construction will take place over the coming months, with completion expected for Spring 2027.
Play area closure - From 1 June 2026
The fenced play area will be closed from 1 June to enable site works to progress to the next phase.
Temporary toilet facilities
We expect the temporary toilet facilities to be operational from the week commencing 1 June. Once operating, the existing toilet facilities located at the rear of the cafe will no longer be available for public use.
Site hoarding
A new hoarding line will also be erected from 1 June 2026 to facilitate the next phase of works.
Newsletter
Key features and benefits
1. Enhanced natural habitats
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Comprehensive habitat management and protection measures that support, enrich and safeguard the park’s biodiversity
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10.59% Biodiversity Net Gain target
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Newt-friendly habitats, hibernacula, wildflower bunds
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Mitigation measures during construction.
2. Expanded car parking
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Greater capacity, including more accessible parking, designed with features that enhance and protect the park’s habits and wildlife
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94 additional spaces including 24 designated bays for disabled users and 19 electric vehicle charging points.
3. Improved accessibility
- Pathway improvements that deliver ensure year-round access for a wider range of visitors, including those with mobility challenges
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Footpaths resurfaced to improve access for wheelchairs, pushchairs and less mobile visitors
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Wider, non-motorised routes for shared cyclist and pedestrian use.
4. Upgraded amenities
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A redeveloped Countryside Centre that provides a new social and community heart for the park
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Relocated cafe offering with increased indoor and outdoor seating
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Dedicated community space
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Modernised kitchen to support events and activities
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Event and hire space to support community use and generate park income.
5. New toilets and changing places facility
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Modern, inclusive toilet facilities
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Changing Places toilet, baby changing and fully accessible loos.
Background and context
The investment is part of Huntingdonshire District Council's wider ambition to create a better Huntingdonshire for people to visit and live in and aligns with the HDC Corporate Plan and Place Strategy. [PDF, 2.5MB]
Funded through the Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) and capital budgets, the investment will deliver wide-ranging improvements to the park's 150 acres of open grassland, woodlands and lakes.
The project is focused on enhancing biodiversity, improving accessibility and delivering better visitor facilities – all while preserving the natural beauty and wildlife of the site.
The planning application was approved in June 2025. You can view the full planning application on the Public Access planning portal, reference 25/00577/FUL.