Children's activity resources

Lockdown learning

Whilst we are unable to welcome school visits to the Park right now, the Nene Park education team have been busy adapting some of our curriculum linked outdoor learning activities for families to enjoy in their own gardens, local parks or greenspaces during the latest lockdown. Visit our dedicated lockdown learning page to download the latest activity.

Downloadable activities

Download our nature-based activities for you to enjoy from the comfort of your own home:

Charming Worms

Make a dancing scarecrow and template

Make a bird feeder

Make a potion

Make a shelter for your teddy

Create a wild rainbow

Spotter sheets

When you're out and about in Nene Park, what about downloading one of our spotter sheets to take with you to help you explore and discover different things around you? We have some different spotter sheets for different areas of Nene Park here:

Ferry Meadows spotter sheet

Bluebell wood spotter sheet

Ham Mere spotter sheet

Thorpe Meadows spotter sheet

Orton Mere spotter sheet

Woodston Reach spotter sheet

Lynch Wood spotter sheet (autumn and winter)

Lynch Wood spotter sheet (spring and summer)

Scavenger hunts

Get outside in your garden or local greenspace and enjoy searching for the items listed on our scavenger hunts...

Alphabet scavenger hunt

Faries and elves scavenger hunt

Letters in nature

Nature treasure hunt

Winter twigs hunt

Downloads are free, however as a charitable organisation, Nene Park Trust relies on public support to manage the upkeep of our beautiful green spaces for all of the community to enjoy. Any support you can give to ensure the continuation of our services will help considerably. Please go to www.nenepark.org.uk/donate if you are able to support us during these unexpected and unprecedented times.

Latest

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.

Wild Wednesday

Although we can't have our usual Wild Wednesday in a busy Discovery Den, children and adults can still join in some crafts at home or while out and about in the Park.
Pay and Play hire

Boat and cycle hire is available at Nene Outdoors, every day during the summer months. Will you try something new or do you have a favourite boat to enjoy the lake?
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.
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.
Walks and trails

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

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.