Orton Meadows
Find this area just as you turn off Oundle Road at the main gateway to Ferry Meadows.
Orton Meadows is the place to go for a spot of golf or a catch up with friends – or park here to walk into Ferry Meadows.
Find Nene Golf and Pitch and Putt, Blind Tiger Taproom and Kitchen, The No Work Club, The Granary Pub, a Premier Inn and Notcutts Garden Centre.
Car park entry times
Orton Meadows car park is accessible to pedestrians, cyclists and vehicles at all times.
See our Orton Meadows FAQs for information about parking, accessibility and more.
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Fancy a spot of golf?
Park at Orton Meadows to join the fun at Orton Meadows Golf Club – a relaxed and friendly golf spot, perfect for golfers of all levels. It offers a 18-hole parkland course, a fun and accessible 12-hole pitch & putt for beginners or family fun, and practice nets and short game areas to help you sharpen your skills. With its welcoming atmosphere and scenic setting, it’s a great place to enjoy golf whether you’re playing regularly or just having a relaxed day out.
…or a drink, bite to eat and play?
Orton Meadows is home to the Blind Tiger Taproom and Kitchen and The Granary so you can choose where you go for post-golf refreshments or an after work meet up with friends. Both with varied menus and drink options you’ll just have to come back again and again!
Above Blind Tiger, you’ll find The No Work Club a fun, social space where you can try loads of activities all in one place. From axe throwing and crazy golf to escape rooms and interactive darts, it’s perfect for nights out, celebrations, or just doing something a bit different.
FAQs
Address: Orton Meadows, Ham Lane, Peterborough PE2 5UU
By road:
Orton Meadows is located just off the Oundle Road (A605) on Ham Lane – the main entrance road into Ferry Meadows. Parking charges apply.
By public transport:
There is a bus stop on Oundle Road within a short walking distance of Orton Meadows. For up to date public transport information please visit the Travelchoice website.
By Nene Valley Railway:
Nene Valley Railway runs between Wansford and Peterborough, with two stations in Nene Park at Ferry Meadows and Orton Mere. To see timetables and to find out more visit www.nvr.org.uk.
By boat:
Orton Meadows is a 15 to 20-minute walk from the public moorings in Ferry Meadows. For information on the River Nene and navigation please visit the Government website.
By bike:
Orton Meadows is located just off the Oundle Road (A605) on Ham Lane – the main entrance road into Ferry Meadows.
On foot:
Orton Meadows is located just off the Oundle Road (A605) on Ham Lane – the main entrance road into Ferry Meadows. It is a 15 to 20-minute walk from the Ferry Meadows Visitor Centre.
Orton Meadows lies at the gateway to Ferry Meadows so you can park here and walk into Ferry Meadows or the wider Nene Park estate to take advantage of walks, trails, play areas, lakes, events and activities.
Alternatively, enjoy a round of golf with Nene Golf here at Orton Meadows.
Have a drink and a bite to eat at either Blind Tiger Taproom and Kitchen or The Granary Pub.
Enjoy axe throwing, escape rooms, crazy golf and darts at The No Work Club above Blind Tiger.
Stay over at The Premier Inn.
Go shopping at Notcutts Garden Centre.
- As you enter Orton Meadows, drive up to the entry barriers and you will be issued with a ticket. The barrier will then rise.
- When you are ready to leave, enter your ticket at the payment machine and pay the appropriate charge. The machine accepts card, coins or contactless payment. For customers of Nene Golf and Pitch & Putt, Blind Tiger Taproom and Kitchen and The Granary, FREE parking is in place provided you present your ticket at that business before you leave.
- You have an additional 30 minutes to return to your vehicle and exit the car park.
- When you approach the exit barrier, enter your ticket and it will rise automatically provided you have paid the correct tariff or had your ticket validated.
Up to 10 mins – FREE
Up to 1 hour – £2.60
Up to 2 hours – £3.60
Up to 3 hours – £5.20
Up to 4 hours – £6.40
Over 4 hours – £7.80
Charges apply 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Free ticket validations for customers of Nene Golf and Pitch & Putt, Blind Tiger Taproom and Kitchen and The Granary.
No. There is no annual parking permit for Orton Meadows.
Nene Park Trust offers three Annual Parking Permits – for Ferry Meadows, Orton Mere and Thorpe Meadows only and for all Nene Park Trust car parks.
For all the details and prices, visit our Parking Membership page.
The standard charges apply to Blue Badge holders. The car park has designated Blue Badge spaces. Please ensure your badge is displayed at all times.
After paying, all visitors have an additional 30 minutes to exit the car park.
There is a 24 hour intercom button on the pay machines and at the exit barrier, which you can call for assistance. For general queries about parking contact parking@neneparktrust.org.uk
Paid parking at Orton Meadows will not be valid in Ferry Meadows car parks. When entering Ferry Meadows, your vehicle registration number will be recorded by Automatic Number Plate Recognition and you will be required to pay for the time you have been in the Park before leaving. Payment is not transferrable across other sites.