Wildlife doesn't just flourish in our surrounding countryside. Birdwatchers and nature lovers can immerse themselves at over 10 parks and nature reserves in and around Peterborough, and you can even spot plenty of wildlife at some of our outdoor attractions like Flag Fen and Sacrewell.
Take a look at the list below to find out where to go to get surrounded by nature while you're still in the city. You can also take a look at our wildlife list to see which animals you can see at different locations across the city.
The Camrbidgeshire & Peterborough parks website also has a list of open spaces across our region.
Peterborough Bird Club also has a map of some of the birdwatching sites in and around Peterborough, below:
The Peterborough Gift Shop has guides to local wildlife and bird spotting, as well as works of art inspired by birds!
Click on the below locations to preview and purchase the walking guides:
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Nr Yaxley
The reserve is situated on the south-western shore of the former Whittlesey Mere. The mere was drained in 1851 after years of falling water levels, and within a short time reedbed had been replaced by fields of wheat.
PETERBOROUGH
The ponds at Longthorpe originally belonged to the medieval manor (no longer standing) which at one time was the property of the abbey.
PETERBOROUGH
Itter Park is now amongst the elite - winning the Green Flag award for the first time in 2007.
PETERBOROUGH
Visitors who stumble upon this tiny site will find what remains of a wet meadow and pond system that pre-dates the housing estate. Great crested newts and smooth newts share this refuge and it is thought to be one of the best breeding sites in…
PETERBOROUGH
The tip of Cambridgeshire's second major flood defence - the Nene Washes, home to many rare insects and birds.
Northamptonshire
Stanwick Lakes is a unique 750acre countryside attraction and nature reserve in the heart of Northamptonshire's beautiful Nene Valley, less than an hour’s drive from Peterborough.
PETERBOROUGH
Alongside the river Nene at Thorpe Meadows, this reserve contains ponds, marsh, grassland, scrub and willows.
The Fens, also known as the Fenlands, is a naturally marhy plain in the east of England. The land was reclaimed hundreds of years ago, and is managed by a network of man-made rivers and drainage channels.
Peterborough
The Green Backyard is a vibrant community growing project in the heart of Peterborough, which was established in 2009 and is run entirely by volunteers.
Peterborough
Described as a hidden gem and dating from the early 13th century the manor is the oldest property in Northamptonshire.
Orton Waterville, PETERBOROUGH
The Nene offers a myriad of natural habitats, including wildflower meadows, wetlands, marshes, woodlands and wet grasslands. This diversity of habitats makes the valley one of the most important inland localities in England for a whole range of…
Peterborough
Grade 1 listed mansion dating from 1653. Restored gardens and charity shop are open to the public.
PETERBOROUGH
An ancient woodland full of wild flowers - an unexpected treasure in such an urban setting
Nr. Peterborough
A remnant of limestone grassland with species - rich springs and flushes.
Godmanchester
Wood Green Animal Shelters is a registered charity that has been taking in and re-homing animals since 1924. The charity takes in over 5000 animals a year and has set national standards in animal care.
Cambridgeshire
Site of old settling ponds that have developed into a mixture of reedbeds, open water and riverside vegetation.
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