Things to Do in Peterborough
Peterborough has a great Norman cathedral at its centre and a large country park on its edge. Here is how to spend a day.
The cathedral
Peterborough Cathedral is one of the great Norman churches of England, with a remarkable west front and a painted wooden nave ceiling. Catherine of Aragon is buried here. It stands just off Cathedral Square, reached through the gateway on the square.
Peterborough Cathedral is one of the great Norman churches of England, with a remarkable west front and a painted wooden nave ceiling.
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Cathedral Square and the museum
The Guildhall, raised on columns, stands in the middle of Cathedral Square. Peterborough Museum, a few minutes away in Priestgate, covers the city's history and is a good hour indoors.
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Ferry Meadows and Nene Park
Ferry Meadows, part of Nene Park west of the centre, has lakes, meadows, woodland and miles of paths for walking and cycling. It is the city's big green space and fills a slow afternoon easily.
Ferry Meadows, part of Nene Park west of the centre, has lakes, meadows, woodland and miles of paths for walking and cycling.
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The Nene Valley Railway
The Nene Valley Railway is a heritage line running steam and diesel trains along the river between Peterborough and Wansford. Check the running days, which are mostly weekends and holidays.
The Nene Valley Railway is a heritage line running steam and diesel trains along the river between Peterborough and Wansford.
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Flag Fen and the Lido
Flag Fen, east of the city, is an archaeological site with Bronze Age remains preserved in the fen. In summer, the Peterborough Lido, an open air pool from the 1930s by the river, is a local favourite.
Flag Fen, east of the city, is an archaeological site with Bronze Age remains preserved in the fen.
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Beyond the city
Burghley House, the great Elizabethan house on the edge of Stamford, is a short drive north west and needs a few hours. Stamford's stone streets are worth a wander while you are there. As everywhere on the site, this guide is for adults aged 18 and over.
Burghley House, the great Elizabethan house on the edge of Stamford, is a short drive north west and needs a few hours.
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Places worth knowing in Peterborough
- Peterborough CathedralA great Norman cathedral off Cathedral Square
- The GuildhallRaised on columns in the middle of the square
- Ferry MeadowsLakes and paths in Nene Park
- Nene Valley RailwayA heritage railway along the river
- Flag FenBronze Age remains east of the city
- Burghley HouseAn Elizabethan house near Stamford
Frequently asked questions
Yes. It is one of the finest Norman cathedrals in England, and the painted nave ceiling is rare.
No. It runs mostly at weekends and in school holidays, so check the timetable before you go.
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