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. There’s no need to book – simply turn up, 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 new monthly 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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Discover Ferry Meadows 2021

We can't hold our usual Discover Ferry Meadows event this year due to Covid-19 restrictions, but we still want to let you know all about the activities and groups held in the Park, run by the Trust and external partners.
Sublime racing MidSummer 10k

Sublime Racing will be holding their annual Midsummer run in the park. Please click below for route details and paths to avoid between 9:30am and 12 noon. This will help maintain social distancing throughout the course and keep the event Covid-secure and runners and our visitors safe.
Wild Home Educator Sessions

Here at Ferry Meadows we will be running outdoor learning sessions every month for home schooled children. Each session will have curriculum and nature focused activities, with each month having a different theme.
Nature Tots

A fun monthly outdoor parent and toddler group with a nature theme. Each session will include a messy craft activity, time to explore the beautiful outdoors, story and song time.

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.
Buy local at Lakeside Farm Shop

We're excited to announce that the new Lakeside Farm shop is now open!
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.
Open Water swimming returns

The team at Nene Outdoors is delighted to announce the return of weekly open water swimming sessions on Gunwade Lake from Thursday 13th May.
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!
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.
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.