Plan your visit

Find us

Find the different areas of Nene Park using these maps and directions. Read more

Parking

Information on the different car parks across Nene Park. Read more

Things to do

There are so many things to do in and around Nene Park. From walking and cycling to bird watching and fishing, there's something for everyone here. Read more

Park Accessibility

Find out how Nene Park caters for specific accessibility needs with accessible toilets and changing room, mobility scooters on loan and more. Read more

Where to eat

There are two cafés in Ferry Meadows and other places to eat near our other areas of the Park. Find out more here. Read more

Where to stay

There are plenty of options for places to stay close to Nene Park so that you can make your visit more than just a day trip. Read more

Activities not permitted

Some activities are not permitted in the Park due to the risk and potential nuisance they may cause to other visitors and wildlife. Find out more by clicking on the link above. Read more

Latest

Lakeside Activity Centre FAQs

Read our FAQs about the proposal for a new activity centre at Lakeside.
The act of giving

25/01/21 Lucy Thornton Reid, Fundraising Officer asks what charity means to you and how does giving make you feel?
Guided walk with a Ranger

Join one of our Rangers; Ian for a 6 mile walk around Ferry Meadows and the surrounding area.
Parking tariff increase from 1st February

From 1st February 2021, the parking tariff is increasing by around 5% at Ferry Meadows and Orton Meadows car parks.

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.
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.
New photography exhibition in the Park

To celebrate the wonderful monthly photography competition entries that Nene Park Trust received this year, a photography exhibition featuring a selection of our favourite photos is now on display in Ferry Meadows for all Park visitors to enjoy.
Flooding across Nene Park

Most footpaths around Ferry Meadows are now accessible, but access is still limited in certain areas - please keep an eye out for the signs.
A sustainable farming future

12/01/21 Craig and Ryan Baxter, farming partners on the Rurual Estate share their vision for a sustainable farming future at Nene Park.
Lockdown Learning

Curriculum linked outdoor learning activities for families to enjoy in their own gardens, local parks or greenspaces during the latest lockdown.
New eco-electric passenger boat

Our new electrically-powered passenger boat has arrived at the Park and is ready to take bookings for tranquil family-group boat trips at our Autumn Festival.
Car parks remain open during new lockdown

The car parks and public toilets will remain open during the new national lockdown, with the cafes offering a takeaway service only, The Visitor Centre and Nene Outdoors Watersports and Activity Centre will have to close throughout November.