What else is there to do in Peterborough while we are there?

The modern-day city of Peterborough in Cambridgeshire hides a wealth of activity, attractions and history to be discovered as well as having a vibrant shopping, leisure and entertainment scene.

Cultural

Why not visit Flag Fen Bronze Age Centre where archaeologists found the oldest wheel in Britain. Or Peterborough Museum, which is the city’s most haunted building and you even can join in on a ghost tour if you dare! They also have one of the best collections of marine monsters in the world. Or just outside the city, visit Sacrewell Farm and Country Centre where you can meet some magnificent Shire Horses. Please click here to find out more.

Shopping

With 3 main shopping centres and countless retail parks, Peterborough is an up and coming city as far as shopping is concerned. With all the big name brands in the High Street and the largest indoor precinct in the city – The Queensgate Centre – you are really spoilt for choice. Please click here to find out more.

Leisure

With a number of swimming pools, including an indoor and outdoor regional pool as well as an ice rink , a bowling alley, activity and soft play centres for children not to mention an array of watersports at Ferry Meadows and Rutland Water, Thorpe Wood Golf Course and numerous gyms, there is plenty on offer for those who prefer to be on the go. Please click here to find out more.

Entertainment

As well as two main theatres offering drama, ballet and concerts, there is also a diverse selection of restaurants serving cuisine for every palate, cocktail bars, nightclubs, a cinema, a bowling alley and an even an ice skating rink. There are always a number of excellent events to enjoy around the city as well either at the East of England Showground or at venues around the town. Please click here for more information.

Outside and Environmental

Peterborough is also plentiful in it’s outdoor offerings and many natural pleasures – including our green open spaces such as the beautiful Central Park, the Embankment by the River Nene, the Green Wheel cycle network and the stunning Ferry Meadows Country Park. Please click here for more.

For children

Why not take a ride on Thomas the Tank Engine or any of other steam engines at Nene Valley Railway and feel yourself transported to a bygone age. Or if the children have some energy to burn, why not try the two soft play centres nearby Big Sky and Activity World where you can really tire them out: for more information please click here.