Planning your visit to Orton Mere and Woodston Reach

Assistance dogs

Assistance dogs are welcome throughout the Park.

Mobility scooters

Mobility scooters are welcome on all surfaced paths throughout the Park.

How to find us

Please visit our Find us page for details of the different ways to get to Orton Mere and Woodston Reach.

Parking

Accessible parking bays are available at Orton Mere in the main car park and near the model boat powerboat landing stage on Osier Lake alongside the access road.

A second overflow car park alongside the Nene Valley Railway station at Orton Mere is opened on occasions. There are no designated accessible bays in this area and there is a gradient from the parking area to the main path. Parking is free for all vehicles.

Park Code

For information on how to enjoy this area of Nene Park, please see our Park Code. We also have a text only version.

Parklife newsletter

Our regular newsletter Parklife is available in standard, large print or audio formats. All are freely available in advance of your visit either electronically or by post. Please contact us with details of your requirements.

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Pay and Play hire

Boat and cycle hire is available at Nene Outdoors, Tuesday - Sunday. If the weather is a little wild during the spring months, please call us to check any opening restrictions before making a special journey.
Nene Outdoors Shop

The shop at Nene Outdoors is home to an exciting range of activity accessories and sportswear to help you make the most of your adventures in the Park.
The Further Adventure of Dr Dolittle

Illyria bring their Outdoor Theatre production of the Further Adventures of Dr Dolittle to Ferry Meadows this year. A production for all the family, featuring a fully orchestrated score, amazing puppets and a plethora of songs. Bring a rug or low chair, sit back and enjoy the show.
Welcome back to our Visitor Centre and Gift Shop

After too many weeks with the doors closed, our Visitor Centre and Gift Shop will re-open on Monday 12 April.

Lakeside Activity Centre approved at planning committee

Nene Park Trust’s plans to create an exciting indoor activity and climbing centre at Lakeside in Ferry Meadows have been approved by Peterborough City Council’s planning committee.
Plans revealed for landmark new bridge in Nene Park

We have released plans for the replacement of Pontoon bridge and other exciting improvements to visitor facilities at Ferry Meadows.
Lakeside Activity Centre recommended for approval ahead of planning committee

Peterborough City Council planning officers have recommended that our plans for an exciting climbing and activity centre are approved by the planning committee on Tuesday 23 March 2021.
Ferry Meadows

Ferry Meadows is the ideal place for a family day out and one of the largest country parks in the region. Situated less than three miles from Peterborough city centre, at the heart of Nene Park, its varied landscapes make it the favourite destination for thousands of visitors throughout the year.
Nene Park Trust appoint new Chair Designate

Early this year, Nene Park Trust enlisted the services of Starfish, a specialist recruitment firm, to help with the search for a new Chair of Trustees. Following a humbling response and in-depth recruitment process, we are delighted to announce the appointment of Jackie Bland as our Chair Designate.
Introducing our shared farming partners

01/03/21 Craig and Ryan Baxter, farming partners on the Rural Estate After a whirlwind start to their shared farming partnership with Nene Park Trust, the brothers tell us a little bit more about themselves and their shared passion for farming and rural enterprise.
Shop online with Nene Park Trust!

Nene Park Trust is excited to announce the launch of its brand new online shop. This move into e-commerce will allow supporters to shop a wide range of products from the comfort and security of their own home.
NEW photography competitions for 2021!

Following the unprecedented success of the monthly photography competitions run in 2020, Nene Park is excited to announce the launch of a new competition for 2021.
Nene Park Trust to run Lost World and Peterborough Sculpture Collection

From 30 November 2020, Nene Park Trust will take on the remaining activities of local charity Vivacity, following the termination of Vivacity’s contract with Peterborough City Council.
Visitor Assistant

This post is an exciting opportunity for a number of enthusiastic and committed individuals to join the Trust’s Visitor Centre and Farm Shop Team.