Visitor Centre & Gift Shop

Our friendly staff in the Visitor Centre & Gift Shop can provide you with all the information you need to make the most of your visit.

As well as our extensive information on the Park and things to do in the local area, our gift shop is home to a range of exclusive gifts, treats for the home and souvenirs as well as games, toys and everything you could need for a great day out. All proceeds from purchases in our shop go towards the maintenance of our beautiful Park.

Prefer to shop online? Browse our online shop here.

Whether you are a regular or a first time visitor there will always be something new for you to discover, whether it be upcoming events, new gift shop products or just some ideas on a different part of the Park to discover or wildlife to look out for.

Opening hours

1 April to 1 November: Open every day: 10am – 5pm

2 November to 31 March: Open every day: 10am – 4pm

Supplier spotlight

Here are just a few of the exciting and unique suppliers we are proud to stock in our gift shop.


Sweet William Welcome to the charming world of Sweet William. British designed gifts and homewares inspired by founder Emma Wood’s beloved four-legged friend.	Cosy Cottage Soap Cosy Cottage Soap is an ethical skincare company based in Malton, Yorkshire. They offer a range of palm oil and plastic-free soap and skincare.	eco Living ecoLiving is a distributor for high-quality sustainable products. All products are manufactured responsibly and are plastic-free and vegan friendly.

Milly Green A British eco-range of homeware products that minimise environmental impact, use the most sustainable and environmentally friendly materials and give back to sustainable initiatives around the world.	Handmade Norfolk Soaps A family business celebrating over 20 years of making natural and ethical products. No palm oil, no artificial colourants, no plastic, no preservatives, no artificial scent, vegan friendly.	Pooch's Traditional Bakers of Hand Made Dog Treats based in Norfolk. Produce and packaging is locally sourced and eco-friendly.

Latest

Nene Park calendar 2021 now on sale!

We are delighted to announce that our Nene Park 2021 calendar, featuring all the beautiful winning entries from our monthly photography competition, is now available to purchase online or from the Visitor Centre & Gift Shop in Ferry Meadows!
New virtual guided walks in the Park

The first of our new virtual guided walks is launched for the Autumn Festival. This walk uses QR code markers along the route which visitors can scan with their smartphones to discover information and points of interest.
Virtual guided walks

We have launched the first of our virtual guided walks around Nene Park. Take a look at the route and instructions for using your smartphone to scan a series of QR code markers as you go.
Nene Park Trust awarded GOLD

Nene Park Trust is delighted to announce that we have been awarded GOLD level accreditation at our recent Investors in People assessment.

Pay and Play hire

Drop in Boat and cycle hire is available every Saturday at Nene Outdoors, during the winter months. If the weather is a little wild , please call us to check any opening restrictions before making a special journey. Pre booked sessions and group activities can be made for other days, book at least 48hrs in advance by telephone. 01733 234193
Pay and Play hire

Drop in Boat and cycle hire is available every Saturday at Nene Outdoors, during the winter months. If the weather is a little wild , please call us to check any opening restrictions before making a special journey. Pre booked sessions and group activities can be made for other days, book at least 48hrs in advance by telephone. 01733 234193
Pay and Play hire

Boat and cycle hire is available throughout half term at Nene Outdoors, if the weather is a little wild during the autumn months, please call us to check any opening restrictions before making a special journey.
Hungry Little Minds

Hungry Little Minds and Peterborough Reads have come up with an exciting trail around Ferry Meadows, and what’s even more exciting is that all children who enter will receive a FREE goodie bag and book to take home!
Art Workshop – Colourful Ecosystems

As part of the national Big Draw Festival join us at Ferry Meadows to create Art-the-Park inspired by the work of Artist-in-residence Madhu Manipatruni,
Tree Hunt and Broomsticks

Once again, the witch has lost her items in the trees. Find the trees, find the items and she'll reward you with your very own broom stick to fly away home on. Children will make their broom stick from the Park's wood resources. The event may involve children walking off the Park's footpaths.
Charming Worms

Find out more about these amazing creatures and have a go at charming them to the surface. Then you can make a wormery for your garden.
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 and some areas that you may not have visited before.
Wild Wednesday at home

Although we can't have our usual Wild Wednesday in a busy Discovery Den, children and adults can still join in some seasonal and wild crafts at home.
Make a Bat Box

We can't get together to build homes for nature but you can still make a difference for the wildlife close to your home. Bat box kits will be available to purchase from the Visitor Centre while stocks last.

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.
Visitor Assistant (Fixed Term - 12 months)

An exciting opportunity has arisen at Nene Park Trust for the recruitment of a number of seasonal Visitor Assistants.
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.
Autumn Festival 2020

This October half-term, the Nene Park Autumn Festival returns to bring an exciting number of activities and events for all the family to enjoy.
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.
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.
Autumn 2020 Parklife is out now!

Read our quarterly newsletter with updates on what's been happening in the Park over the summer and the exciting developments coming up over the next few months.
Parking charges at Ferry Meadows
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.
Nene Park Update - 10 September

Due to an increase in Covid-19 cases nationally, the Government have issued new guidance which comes into force on Monday 14 September.