Pay and Play

Frequently asked questions and answers for visiting Nene Outdoors Watersports & Activity Centre during Covid-19.

Water Pay & Play Activities

At Nene Outdoors, we run a ‘Pay and Play’ scheme, providing visitors of all ages and abilities with the opportunity to enjoy the watersports we have on offer. Book for half hour sessions on line or for one hour, book in person at the Nene Outdoors reception, hire our equipment and use our facilities. Read more

Cycle Hire

Nene Outdoors offers a cycle hire service in the Park during their normal opening hours. Choose from mountain bikes, hybrid bikes, children’s bikes, child seats and trailers or why not try out a tandem or even an electric bike! Read more

Take a boat trip

Enjoy a relaxing boat trip around Overton Lake on 'Wyndham', our new electrically powered passenger boat, and discover more about our new passenger cruises and private hire services. Read more

Archery

Learn a new skill at our regular Pay and Play Archery sessions! Read more

Climbing

Our two mobile climbing walls are regularly up at Nene Outdoors and are also available to hire for your own event! Read more

Open Water Swimming

Open water swimming is one of the fastest growing sports in the country combining an opportunity to improve fitness with an enjoyment of the outdoors. Read more

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New Parking Charges FAQs
New parking charges at Orton Mere and Thorpe Wood

From the week commencing 5th July 2021, Nene Park Trust will be introducing a new parking charge system at the Orton Mere and Thorpe Wood car parks.
Lakeside Play area closed from today

Lakeside Play area is closed from today so please use alternative play areas, picnic and BBQ spots.
New art exhibition in Orton Mere and Thorpe Meadows

There is a new Rivers of the World exhibition or artwork by young people from across the world now on display in Orton Mere and Thorpe Meadows.

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.
Water Pay & Play Activities

At Nene Outdoors, we run a ‘Pay and Play’ scheme, providing visitors of all ages and abilities with the opportunity to enjoy the watersports we have on offer. Book for half hour sessions on line or for one hour, book in person at the Nene Outdoors reception, hire our equipment and use our facilities.
Campsite

Our campsites are small but perfectly formed! Located in Ferry Meadows on the edge of Gunwade Lake, The Glade and Lakeview have stunning views across the water and are discreetly tucked away from the bustle of the rest of the Park.
Parking charges at Ferry Meadows
Open Water Swimming

Open water swimming is one of the fastest growing sports in the country combining an opportunity to improve fitness with an enjoyment of the outdoors.
Parking app

Information on how you can pay for your parking at Ferry Meadows and Orton Meadows car parks through the S-Park app on your smart phone.
Take a boat trip

Enjoy a relaxing boat trip around Overton Lake on 'Wyndham', our new electrically powered passenger boat, and discover more about our new passenger cruises and private hire services.
How does the car park system at Ferry Meadows work?
Play areas

Nene Park is a great place to play. Games on the meadows, adventures in the woodlands and three great play areas within Ferry Meadows to cater for all ages.
Book a staycation at Nene Park

Introducing our campsites on the shores of Gunwade Lake including our new Bell tents for hire. Find out more about the facilities and how to book - and about a competition to win a night in a bell tent!