Nightlife in Peterborough
Peterborough's nightlife gathers around Cathedral Square, with the river a short walk away and London under an hour by train. Here is how the areas differ.
Cathedral Square
Cathedral Square, with the Guildhall at its centre and the cathedral gateway on one side, is the natural meeting point for a night out. Bars and restaurants sit around the square and in the streets that lead off it.
Cathedral Square, with the Guildhall at its centre and the cathedral gateway on one side, is the natural meeting point for a night out.
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Cowgate and Long Causeway
Cowgate and Long Causeway, just off the square, are where the busier bars cluster. They are close enough together to move between on foot, and they are at their liveliest on Friday and Saturday.
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Westgate and Bridge Street
Westgate, on the side towards the station, and Bridge Street, running down to the river, carry a mix of bars and places to eat. Bridge Street is pedestrianised and a pleasant walk between the square and the Embankment.
Westgate, on the side towards the station, and Bridge Street, running down to the river, carry a mix of bars and places to eat.
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The Embankment and the river
The Embankment along the River Nene, beside the Key Theatre, is calmer, and suits a drink before a show or a walk by the water. It is quiet late at night, so walk it in company after dark.
The Embankment along the River Nene, beside the Key Theatre, is calmer, and suits a drink before a show or a walk by the water.
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Getting home safely, and planning around a booking
Peterborough station is on the East Coast Main Line, with fast trains to London in under an hour, but the late services are fewer, so check the last train before you go out. Use a licensed taxi, check the badge and share the journey with a friend. If your night is built around an appointment, allow extra time. As everywhere on the site, this guide is for adults aged 18 and over.
Peterborough station is on the East Coast Main Line, with fast trains to London in under an hour, but the late services are fewer, so check the last train before you go out.
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Peterborough areas worth knowing
- Cathedral SquareThe heart of the city, with the Guildhall
- CowgateA busy street of bars off the square
- Long CausewayBars and restaurants just north of the square
- Bridge StreetA pedestrian street down to the river
- The EmbankmentThe riverside by the Key Theatre
Frequently asked questions
It is liveliest on Friday and Saturday around Cowgate and Long Causeway. Weeknights are much quieter.
Trains run into the late evening but not through the night. Check the last departure for your day before you go out.
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