Peterborough: Things To Do In Peterborough

Peterborough is a historic city which can trace it's fenland roots back to before the Bronze Age.

Peterborough has good transport links with the local area, so it makes a good base to use for any explorations you plan. The cathedral was originally built in 655AD, although the current building is newer at "only" almost 900 years old. Although the cathedral wasn't chosen as one of the locations for the Harry Potter movies, its gothic architecture would fit well into the scenes in the movie.

If you're young, or young at heart, then you should take an evening or two to visit some of the many music venues that can be found all over Peterborough. Some venues offer the opportunity of an "unplugged" session, so you can enjoy a peaceful time. You should be able to find local bands playing somewhere in the city most every night.

Several times a year accommodation in Peterborough is worth booking ahead as the city is the venue for various events such as CAMRA's beer festival. The city is also the site for the annual East of England Show. If your stay in Peterborough is at the same time as these events, be certain to book your accommodation in good time.

There are lots of different places to eat out in Peterborough. There are Italian, Chinese and Indian restaurants aplenty. Polish restaurants have also sprung up in and around Peterbough.

Spring and summer in the city feature regattas and the chilly month of February sees a river race on the river Nene.

If you're fit enough, you could even decide to run in the Great Eastern Run. Over three thousand runners attempt this half marathon through the city's streets, watched by even more spectators.

Whatever your reason for staying in Peterborough, you're bound to find a warm welcome in one of Peterborough's hotels and guest houses. There is accommodation available to meet with all budgetary requirements, from small family run guest houses through to the larger Peterborough hotels.