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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Highlights
From the heart of the West End, with more than 20 years of critical acclaim and a Number One…
The critically acclaimed production of The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show created by Jonathan…
Join an all-star Irish cast of highly talented singers and performers accompanied by the fabulous…
The Anglia Comedy Allstars returns to New Theatre, Peterborough this September, with a top line-up…
If you like fast-paced, edgy one-liners then get ready to be happy. Jimmy Carr is going back on…
One family, one condition, one hell of a hairy baby… Scott Bennett (from Live at the Apollo and…
Join paper artist Shobhna Patel in this relaxed and creative paper art workshop, and explore how to…
Combining gin, rum, and an exciting party vibe, we're set to mix up an incredible event that you…
Join us for a tail-wagging extravaganza at Castor Lodge Care Home's first Dog Show! Get ready to…
Following the overwhelming sell-out success of their 'Phantoms of the Popera' tour in 2025, the…
Spectrum Conferences cordially invites you to its International Summit on Electronics and…
Fisher Stevens and his Orchestra - Prepare to be swept away by the all-new orchestral rendition of…
Croyland Abbey is visible for miles around Crowland itself.
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…
The Embankment by the River Nene plays host to many events throughout the year.
Itter Park is now amongst the elite - winning the Green Flag award for the first time in 2007.
Cuckoo's Hollow in Werrington was originally an area of pastureland surrounded by dykes on all…

- 1The Elvis Years
- 2The Very Hungry Caterpillar
- 3Ireland The Show
- 4The Anglia Comedy Allstars
- 5JIMMY CARR:LAUGHS FUNNY
- 6Scott Bennett - Blood Sugar Baby
- 7Papercraft Queen Bee Workshop for adults
- 8Peterborough Gin & Rum Festival 2025
- 9Castor Lodge Dog Show
- 10Phantoms of the Popera - Peterborough
- 11International Summit on Electronics and Electrical Engineering
- 12It's A Beautiful Noise with Fisher Stevens
- 13Crowland Abbey
- 14The Prebendal Manor
- 15Nene Park
- 16The Embankment
- 17Itter Park
- 18Cuckoos Hollow
