Festival travel and parking

How to get to the festival?

The Festival site will be on an area of Coney Meadow, behind the Visitor Centre area at Ferry Meadows, Peterborough (PE2 5UU).

We encourage visitors to travel by foot, bike, or bus if possible.

Bus route from Queensgate in Peterborough city centre: No. 1 – runs throughout the day every 15 minutes on Saturday and every 20 minutes on Sunday. Get off the bus at Orton Wistow and walk 15 minutes to the Festival site. To download a bus timetable, go to: Live Bus Times & Timetables | Stagecoach (stagecoachbus.com)

Taxis can drop off visitors at the entrance to the Park.

Travel on the Nene Valley Railway from the city centre NVR station to Overton Station in Ferry Meadows throughout Saturday 18th and Sunday 19th May. Return tickets cost £2 per person and free for under 3s and dogs.

The train timetables for the weekend are available on the links below:

Click here for FAQs about travelling to the festival on the Nene Valley Railway

Parking

There will be car parking onsite at Ferry Meadows all weekend. NOTE: Parking charges apply

There will be a designated parking area for blue badge holders near the Visitor Centre in Ferry Meadows. Parking charges apply.

FREE parking will be available at Railworld Wildlife Haven (PE2 9NR) - then travel by shuttle train on the Nene Valley Railway from there to Ferry Meadows on Saturday 18th and Sunday 19th May.

The train timetables for the weekend are available on the links below:

Latest

Wild Home Educator Sessions (5 - 11 year olds)

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 (Minibeasts)

A fun monthly outdoor parent and toddler group with a nature theme. Each session will include a messy craft activity and fun activities exploring the beautiful outdoors.
Nature Tots (Minibeasts)

A fun monthly outdoor parent and toddler group with a nature theme. Each session will include a messy craft activity and fun activities exploring the beautiful outdoors.
Wild Home Educator Sessions (5-11 Year olds)

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.

Festival Line Up

Find out what's happening at Peterborough Celebrates Festival, and when, so you don't miss a thing!
Festival Acts

Have a browse though the various different performers who will be at Peterborough Celebrates Festival 2024
Big Top Cinema

Get ready for an unforgettable cinema experience under the Big Top in the run up to Peterborough Celebrates Festival! Join us for four incredible films that'll have you singing, dancing and feeling the festival vibes.
Become a festival volunteer

Join our team of festival volunteers and be a part of the festival magic. Pick from a range of roles and register your interest.
Join our heart decorating project

This year, join schools, community groups and individuals to fill the festival with decorated love heart bunting. Get in touch to get involved!
Festival Sponsors

Sponsorship plays a huge part in helping make this event happen and remain FREE for everyone to attend. Click here to find out how to sponsor the festival this year and see who has signed up to sponsor us already!
Access Guide

Find out key accessibility information for Peterborough Celebrates Festival.
Frequently Asked Questions

A summary of key visitor information for Peterborough Celebrates Festival: 18-19 May 2024

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 two consecutive time slots, hire our equipment and use our facilities.
Parking charges at Ferry Meadows
Peterborough Celebrates Festival

Taking place in Ferry Meadows across the weekend of 19th - 21st May, the Peterborough Celebrates Festival is a free to attend, family-orientated festival that will bring communities together and celebrate everything that defines our fantastic city.
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.
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.
Festival programme
Six Weeks of Summer at Nene Park

From Saturday 22 July, you'll find exciting activities and events running for the six weeks of school summer holidays in the Park! Find out what’s happening and when, with our Six Weeks of Summer guide.
How does the car park system at Ferry Meadows work?
Guide to Christmas at Ferry Meadows

Alongside our ice rink, Park visitors will find a mini Christmas market, vintage fun fair and free Christmas craft activities for children, with twinkling lights and festive garlands creating a wonderfully festive atmosphere. Click to find out more.