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Things to do

Walks and trails

Walks and trails

There are lots of different walks and trails of different lengths to discover across Nene Park. Read more

Published: 16th March, 2020

Updated: 20th July, 2020

Author: Caroline Hartley

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Water Pay & Play Activities

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

Published: 16th March, 2020

Updated: 30th April, 2020

Author: Joanna Bacon

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  • Pay and Play
  • Things to do
Cycle Hire

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

Published: 14th March, 2020

Updated: 13th August, 2020

Author: Joanna Bacon

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  • Pay and Play
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Take a boat trip

Take a boat trip

Enjoy a cruise around Overton Lake in our new eco-electric passenger boat. Read more

Published: 13th March, 2020

Updated: 27th October, 2020

Author: Caroline Hartley

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Ride the Ferry Meadows Railway

Ride the Ferry Meadows Railway

All aboard the Ferry Meadows Railway! Sit back and enjoy the ride as you pass through meadows while taking in views of Overton and Lynch Lake. Read more

Published: 13th March, 2020

Updated: 26th October, 2020

Author: Caroline Hartley

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Play areas

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. Read more

Published: 12th March, 2020

Updated: 3rd September, 2020

Author: Caroline Hartley

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Archery

Archery

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

Published: 4th March, 2020

Updated: 29th June, 2020

Author: Joanna Bacon

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  • Pay and Play
  • Things to do
Climbing

Climbing

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

Published: 3rd March, 2020

Updated: 19th October, 2020

Author: Joanna Bacon

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  • Things to do
Children's activity resources

Children's activity resources

Downloadable activity resources and spotter sheets that you can take with you to the Park. Read more

Published: 1st March, 2020

Updated: 19th January, 2021

Author: Caroline Hartley

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Walk your dog

Walk your dog

Nene Park is the perfect destination to treat your dog to a great day out. Read more

Published: 28th February, 2020

Updated: 22nd July, 2020

Author: Caroline Hartley

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Discover history and heritage

Discover history and heritage

From Roman archaeology to Georgian heritage, Nene Park contains a wealth of historical features to discover. Read more

Published: 27th February, 2020

Updated: 13th August, 2020

Author: Caroline Hartley

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Open Water Swimming

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

Published: 27th February, 2020

Updated: 17th September, 2020

Author: Joanna Bacon

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See seasonal nature highlights

See seasonal nature highlights

From bluebells in springtime to the array of leaf colours in autumn, there are plenty of nature highlights throughout the year. Read more

Published: 27th February, 2020

Updated: 13th August, 2020

Author: Caroline Hartley

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Feed the ducks

Feed the ducks

Duck food is available at the Visitor Centre & Gift Shop in Ferry Meadows. Read more

Published: 27th February, 2020

Updated: 29th June, 2020

Author: Caroline Hartley

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Bird watch

Bird watch

Birds love Nene Park just as much as people do and there are so many places and ways to see them. Read more

Published: 25th February, 2020

Updated: 13th August, 2020

Author: Caroline Hartley

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Visitor Centre & Gift Shop

Visitor Centre & Gift Shop

Our Visitor Centre & Gift Shop in Ferry Meadows has a wealth of visitor information as well as gifts and local products to buy. Read more

Published: 25th February, 2020

Updated: 7th January, 2021

Author: Caroline Hartley

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Ride a horse

Ride a horse

There are horse riding routes throughout Nene Park and riding lessons are available with Lynch Farm Riding Ltd. Read more

Published: 25th February, 2020

Updated: 11th November, 2020

Author: Caroline Hartley

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Fish

Fish

You can fish all year round in some areas of Ferry Meadows. Read more

Published: 20th February, 2020

Updated: 24th August, 2020

Author: Caroline Hartley

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Ride the Nene Valley Railway

Ride the Nene Valley Railway

Step back in time on a heritage steam or diesel train on the Nene Valley Heritage Railway. Read more

Published: 1st February, 2020

Updated: 15th June, 2020

Author: Caroline Hartley

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Clubs

Clubs

Find out about the wide range of organisations and groups who use Nene Park for their activities including sailing clubs, walking groups and fitness classes. Read more

Published: 13th January, 2020

Updated: 13th August, 2020

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Play golf

Play golf

Play golf at the Nene Park golf course. Read more

Published: 11th January, 2020

Updated: 2nd July, 2020

Author: Caroline Hartley

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Try orienteering

Try orienteering

Pick up a leaflet in the Ferry Meadows Visitor Centre and have a go at orienteering around the Park. Read more

Published: 1st January, 2020

Updated: 13th August, 2020

Author: Caroline Hartley

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  • New lockdown learning resources

    New lockdown learning resources

    Our Nene Park Trust Education team is busy creating videos, learning notes and activity sheets to help parents, carers and teachers do some fun nature-focused activities as part of their lockdown learning.

  • Monthly Photography Competition 2021

    Monthly Photography Competition 2021

    Nene Park has launched a new photography competition for 2021. Each month will have a different theme, encouraging photographers to search for seasonal nature and wildlife and visit different areas of the Park.

  • Lockdown Learning

    Lockdown Learning

    Curriculum linked outdoor learning activities for families to enjoy in their own gardens, local parks or greenspaces during the latest lockdown.

  • Virtual Guided Walk

    Virtual Guided Walk

    We may not be able to enjoy group guided walks at the moment, but we can still get out and enjoy the Park during early spring and maybe visit some areas that you may not have visited before.

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  • Nene Park Trust appoint new Chair Designate

    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!

    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!

    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

    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

    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

    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

    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.

  • New eco-electric passenger boat

    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

    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.

  • Ferry 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.

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