This course covers how to sail in all directions, including an awareness of launching and recovery. After the course participants will be able to sail in light winds under supervision. Read more
Join us for some fun activities all about bees! We'll be finding all about this brilliant creatures, playing a bee game and finding out how we can help them. Read more
Wyndham's near silent-motor means that she is the ideal craft for wildlife watching. Join us on a trip around Overton Lake and along the River Nene where swans, geese and other water fowl will glide alongside the boat with you. We cannot guarantee what you will see but wildlife highlights may include Herons, Kingfishers and the elusive Otter! Read more
Join ranger Alex on a walk looking for different butterfly species around the Park. We're also likely to see bees and wildflower species and we'll look at how they work together in the world of pollination. We will also have some Big Butterfly Count sheets printed for you to use to help you to identify what you see. Read more
Take a look at the wide range of events coming up across Nene Park. You can filter by event type below to find the events that you're interested in. All the events are in date order so scroll down to find your chosen event.
Oak Adventurers holiday club designed for 8-13 year olds at Nene Outdoors, offers a fantastic opportunity for kids to hone their skills and experience a variety of water and land-based activities! Available every weekday in the Summer school holidays Read more
Complete a trail around Ferry Meadows, answer the questions and claim a prize at the end! On every day during the school holidays 9am-4pm. Read more
This 45 minute tranquil trip takes you across Overton Lake and onto the River Nene on our electrically-powered passenger boat. The pre-bookable trips will depart on weekends from the Visitor Centre Jetty. Read more
Boat hire is available every day during the school holidays at Nene Outdoors. Will you try something new or do you have a favourite boat to enjoy the lake? Read more
Come along to see the Nursery all in leaf and bloom and try your hand at Soap Mixing and making Origami Flowers. Read more
Book a 1-hour guided visit to Longthorpe Tower, the surviving part of a 14th century, three storey medieval fortified Manor House. It contains the finest set of medieval wall paintings in a domestic setting in Western Europe, giving a rare insight into the medieval mind. Read more
Join June from Semperart at this beginners workshop to make your own unique fused glass. You will make 2 pieces, a coaster and an ornamental wave. There are two workshops today at 10:30 and 13:30 Read more
Join in the excitement at our Pop-Up Fun Park! Organised by our friends from the Ferry Meadows Miniature Railway, this summer fun zone will be packed with fairground rides, bouncy inflatables and carnival games. Read more
A fun outdoor parent and toddler group with a nature theme. Each session will include a messy craft activity and fun activities exploring the beautiful outdoors. Sessions will run every two weeks, with a different theme each time. Read more
Here at Ferry Meadows we will be running Forest School sessions every 2 weeks for home schooled children. Each session will have Forest School and nature focused activities, with new activities every 2 weeks. Read more
Join our community litter pick to celebrate Love Parks Week and help us to keep the Park looking clean, green and tidy this summer! Register anytime between 10.30am – 12.30pm outside the Visitor Centre, where you can grab a litter picker and rubbish bag. Read more
The team from Nene Outdoors will be getting our climbing wall out during the school holidays for all visitors to have a go. We will be outside Nene Outdoors. Are you brave enough to reach the top? Read more
Are you new to running and want to give it a try? Or do you just want to try to get fitter in a safe and social group? Come along and give our free 'Try Running' sessions a go. These sessions are run by volunteers who have completed a leadership in Running Fitness qualification. Read more
Come along to our drop in session and spend some time pond dipping and identifying the fascinating creatures you find Read more
We welcome all swimmers to our regular weekly sessions every Thursday 5:30-7:00pm. 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. Swimmers will need to be registered with NOWCA. Read more
Celebrate the vibrant communities of Peterborough through our Foodie Fridays this August, as we welcome local street food and drink vendors to Ferry Meadows. Head over to Fox Play at Lakeside between 5pm and 9pm to enjoy an evening of delicious food, locally sourced drinks and talented live musicians. Read more
Longthorpe Tower Living History events, presented by the Medieval Sokemen re-enactment enthusiasts. The Whittlebury family reside at Longthorpe Tower in 1471 during a time of turmoil - the Wars of the Roses is underway and the Yorkist King Edward IV is launching a bid to get his throne back from the Lancastrians. Which side will Robert Whittlebury choose? Read more
Our FREE Try Running 5 miles session, for regular runners looking to join a supportive and social group. Read more
Based at Lynch Farm in Ferry Meadows, our Acorn Explorers holiday club is packed full of nature-based activities and creative outdoor fun. It's the perfect opportunity for younger children age 5-8 to explore the great outdoors in safe and supportive environment. Each day will have a different theme, from superheroes to survival! Read more