Things to Do
We're well known for our beautiful city centre cathedral, the stunning landscapes of Nene Park and Ferry Meadows, the animals and expansive countryside around Sacrewell, prehistoric finds at Flag Fen, and for our railway heritage - which you can see at Nene Valley Rail and Railword Wildlife Haven - and there's so much more to discover!
Thrill-seekers can go wakeboarding, skydiving, and axe-throwing, fitness enthusiasts can run or cycle around our many parks, and indulge in water sports like kayaking and canoeing.
We're home to the East of England Arena, one of the largest venues in the region, nationally reputed drama companies, and a number of theatres who always keep audiences entertained.
Our city centre and embankment host live events and markets throughout the year - and they're a great spot to get some fantastic local food and drinks at independent eateries and micro-pubs.
Some of the best highlights in rural Peterborough include Burghley House, John Clare Cottage and Sacrewell with its camping sites, historic watermill, boutique retailers, and huge play areas.
Peterborough is a vibrant regional shopping destination with Queensgate Shopping Centre located in the city centre, plus Serpentine Green Shopping Centre in Hampton, PE1 Retail Park to the north east of the city, Brotherhood Retail and Maskew Avenue retail parks along Bourges Boulevard, and much more.
Established favourites such as the Heritage Festival, the Italian Festival, Diwali Festival, Peterborough CAMRA Beer Festival and the Perkins Great Eastern Run attract thousands of visitors from all over the country and abroad.
If your interested in holding an event or city centre trading in Peterborough and would like more information on open air options and venues, please email Justin.beaumont@peterborough.gov.uk.
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Following an incredible run of sell out theatre tours across the UK and Europe, multi-award winning…
Described as a hidden gem and dating from the early 13th century the manor is the oldest property…
Nene Park stretches for 10km along the beautiful valley of the River Nene immediately west of…
This is an ideal introduction to cycling in Peterborough & the surrounding countryside both for…
The Embankment by the River Nene plays host to many events throughout the year.
Central Park, situated on Park Crescent, is the council's most prestigious park in the city.
The ponds at Longthorpe originally belonged to the medieval manor (no longer standing) which at one…
The reserve has open access to the public and specially designed lakeside path with fishing…
We are an open and inclusive Church of England parish in the Diocese of Peterborough and worship…
A lovely green area in the heart of Peterborough's Orton Longueville area, Botolph Green is also…
At St Botolph’s we seek, together with all other Christians, to be followers of Jesus Christ.…
Alongside the river Nene at Thorpe Meadows, this reserve contains ponds, marsh, grassland, scrub…
Cuckoo's Hollow in Werrington was originally an area of pastureland surrounded by dykes on all…
One of England's finest cathedrals with guided tours & tours of the Octagon and West Tower,…
Railworld Wildlife Haven highlights sustainable transport and the environment, with superb model…
Wood Green Animal Shelters is a registered charity that has been taking in and re-homing animals…
The 14thC tower of a fortified manor-house with wall paintings which form the most complete set of…
- 1Celebrating Celine - The Ultimate Celine Dion Tribute Concert
- 2Crowland Abbey
- 3The Prebendal Manor
- 4Nene Park
- 5Peterborough Green Wheel
- 6The Embankment
- 7Central Park
- 8Holywell Ponds
- 9Eye Green Nature Reserve
- 10St John the Baptist Church
- 11Botolph Green
- 12St Botolph's C of E Church
- 13The Boardwalks Nature Reserve
- 14Cuckoos Hollow
- 15Ely Cathedral
- 16Railworld Wildlife Haven
- 17Wood Green Animal Shelter
- 18Longthorpe Tower