Find experiences for every kind of Peterborough day, from culture and heritage to family adventures, wildlife, nightlife and active leisure.
Start exploring
More than you imagine.
Discover things to do →
Festivals, music, comedy, performance, heritage, exhibitions and events across Peterborough.
Explore all events →
Festivals · gigs · theatre · more
Something is always happening.
See what’s on →
History · landscape · people · culture
See the bigger picture.
Go deeper →
The entrance to Priestgate now boasts a stunning heritage-inspired mural, completed in 2025 by acclaimed street artists Nathan Murdoch and Tony Nero in partnership with Peterborough Positive. Drawing from a 1930s watercolour by celebrated local artist Wilfrid René...
A tranquil medieval fishpond site fed by a spring emerging from a grotto, nestled in Longthorpe amid wildflower meadows and nature reserve habitat.
Hello My Beautiful People – A large-scale street mural created in May 2023 by Nathan “Nyces” Murdoch in collaboration with Unspoken Atiq, located on the corner of Gladstone Street and Bright Street, Peterborough (postcode PE1 2BE/PE1 2ED). Completed over two weeks...
Created in 1982 by Town Artist Francis Gomila, the Link Road mural depicts local residents and was dedicated to the memory of community champion Roger Brooks, who passed away before its completion.
Peterborough’s flagship city park, combining formal gardens, play areas, sports facilities and year-round events in a vibrant green oasis close to the city centre.
This elegant 17th-century landmark, once the seat of civic life, stands proudly at the centre of Cathedral Square. With its open arches and carved stonework, the Guildhall connects past and present — a perfect spot to pause and watch city life unfold.
A peaceful nature reserve tucked beside the River Nene, Woodston Ponds is a haven for wildlife and walkers alike. Discover reedbeds, wet woodland and bird hides offering close encounters with herons, kingfishers and dragonflies — a tranquil escape minutes from the city centre.
Step inside a 14th-century tower to discover vivid medieval wall paintings and a glimpse into the lives of Peterborough’s medieval gentry.
Prezzo Peterborough brings classic Italian dining to the heart of the city, just a short stroll from Cathedral Square
A stylish, modern Nepalese and Indian restaurant in the heart of Peterborough, Kathmandu Lounge offers a warm welcome and a menu full of bold, aromatic flavours. Known for its beautifully presented dishes and relaxed, elegant interiors, this is a perfect place for...
Bright, independent, and proudly local, Bewiched Coffee is a Peterborough-born café brand that’s all about quality coffee,
Bright, independent, and proudly local, Bewiched Coffee is a Peterborough-born café brand that’s all about quality coffee,
A former coal yard reborn as an eco-heritage attraction combining model railways, gardens and wildlife habitats. A hidden gem celebrating innovation, sustainability and family fun near the River Nene.
Travel through time on a heritage steam railway running from Peterborough to Wansford. With vintage carriages, events and family days, it’s a living link to the golden age of rail.
Housed in a Georgian mansion, the museum tells the city’s story from Roman settlement to modern times. Explore archaeology, fine art, fossils and ghost stories in one of Peterborough’s most atmospheric buildings.
Rising gracefully over Cathedral Square, St John’s has welcomed worshippers since 1407. Step inside to find carved angels, medieval roof bosses and a tranquil stillness that contrasts the bustle outside — a timeless haven at the city’s civic heart.
Visit the home of poet John Clare in Helpston — the “peasant poet” who gave voice to rural England. The cottage, gardens and museum celebrate his life, work and enduring love of nature.
A 1930s open-air pool surrounded by art-deco charm and summer sunshine. Perfect for families and swimmers seeking a nostalgic slice of British leisure in the heart of the city’s River & Rail Quarter.
Discover Peterborough Cathedral, one of England’s great Norman buildings. Admire its monumental West Front, rare medieval painted ceiling and Katharine of Aragon’s tomb while exploring more than 900 years of architecture, worship and history.
Step back 3,000 years to a Bronze Age world of causeways and rituals. Walk above preserved timbers, meet ancient artefacts, and imagine life beside the mysterious wetlands of prehistoric Peterborough.