Events Calendar
Jeyes of Earls Barton
26-28 The Square, Earls BartonExplore Our Museums and Exhibitions The Jeyes Museums & Exhibitions were crowned winners of The Judges Special Award for ‘Unique Heritage Experience’ at The Northamptonshire’s Museum & Historic Houses Forum 2014. Take a stroll through Jeyes Jetty and up the stairs where you will find our collection of quaint and quirky exhibitions. We are not your ordinary museum and we aim to offer something ... Read More
Nene Park Trust
Nene Park TrustNene Park is a large area of park land to the west of Peterborough and is the region's favourite place to get outdoors and enjoy nature. It is made up of six different areas: Ferry Meadows, Orton Meadows, Orton Mere, Woodston Reach, Thorpe Meadows and The Rural Estate made up of parkland, meadows, woodlands and lakes. The River Nene runs through all the areas connecting them together. Take ... Read More
We Are Northampton Exhibition
Northampton Museum and Art Gallery Crispin Street, NorthamptonWe Are Northampton celebrates the town’s rich heritage and gives visitors from near and far an opportunity to explore Northampton’s character through a sense of identity and place. Displays and interactives explore places of special significance and highlight the unique characteristics of the borough’s different neighbourhoods. Notable residents both past and present, iconic buildings, events, activities, groups and clubs will ... Read More
We are Northampton Exhibition
Northampton Museum and Art Gallery Crispin Street, NorthamptonWe Are Northampton celebrates the town’s rich heritage and gives visitors from near and far an opportunity to explore Northampton’s character through a sense of identity and place. Displays and interactives explore places of special significance and highlight the unique characteristics of the borough’s different neighbourhoods. Notable residents both past and present, iconic buildings, events, activities, groups and clubs will ... Read More
One Small Step
Peterborough CathedralA giant representation of the lunar surface, created by the renowned sculptor and artist Peter Walker using imagery from NASA.
Dr Faustus
Peterborough CathedralLaughing Tree Theatre brings you a stripped back version of Christopher Marlowe’s enduring tale of sin and corruption brought about by lust for power. Doctor Faustus is a brilliant, arrogant scholar, whose thirst for knowledge and influence leads him to summon the demon Mephistopheles, demanding from him power and dominion over the occult arts. Mephistopheles agrees, but the price is ... Read More
Peterborough Cathedral – Gallery View or Moon with a View
Peterborough CathedralOn the dates listed here, you can climb the steep stone steps and see the artwork 'One Small Step' by Peter Walker from above. Gallery View dates Climb up to the first floor gallery to take pictures of family or friends below, or just to capture the artwork, One Small Step by Peter Walker, from above. The Gallery View climbs take roughly ... Read More
Nene Park – Eco Wildlife Boat Trip
Nene ParkWyndham's near silent-motor means that she is the ideal craft for wildlife watching. Join us on a cruise 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! Cruises last approximately 1 hour 30 ... Read More
Sacrewell Farm – Willow basket making
Sacrewell Farm Great North Road, PeterboroughTutor - John Conkey Maximum number of participants 5 Full day 9.30 – 4.00 Costs: £75 October Saturday 23rd Come and enjoy a day working with willow to create a useful basket. Our experienced basket maker will guide you through many basic techniques, which may whet your appetite to try something more adventurous in the future! Please bring your own ... Read More
Nene Park – Fungi Foray Talk and Walk
Nene ParkJoin Jonathon from Fen Fungi to discover the wonderful world of fungi. The day will start with introductory talk on fungi (about 45 minutes); then a walk around the park looking for, identifying and picking fungi. We will stop for lunch (about half an hour); then a wrap up session, reviewing what has been collected, then time for a Q&A ... Read More
Lakeside Farm Shop – Autumn Food Fair
Nene ParkVisit our autumn Food Fair at Lakeside Farm Shop to browse, sample produce and meet some of our local suppliers. Pick up a treat from our BBQ stand, using produce sourced from the Rural Estate, and collect your pumpkins ready for Halloween. Stallholders will include: Kings Cliffe Bakery, Nene Valley Spirits, Grasmere Farm, Meadow Brown BBQ and a pumpkin stand. You'll find the Food ... Read More
Nene Park – Holiday Trail
Ferry MeadowsComplete a trail around Ferry Meadows and claim a prize at the end! Collect a trail sheet from the Visitor Centre and then hunt for questions as you walk around Ferry Meadows. Return to the Visitor Centre to claim your prize. Available every day during October Half Term from 10am - 4:00pm. £1 per sheet. No need to book; just ... Read More
Peterborough Cathedral – A Tudor tour with Mistress Scarlett
Peterborough CathedralFrom Abbey to Cathedral, this all age tour is a chance to hear about life in Tudor Peterborough 'first hand' - from the wife of Robert Scarlett, the famous town grave digger. The scandalous Abbot! The poor discarded Queen! The fabulous fan vaulting! Margaret Scarlett has all the latest gossip and she loves sharing it. Join our costumed guide for ... Read More
Wildlife Trusts October half term events
Wildlife Trust Nene Wetlands Visitor Centre Rushden Lakes, RushdenThis half term the Wildlife Trusts have lots of fantastic activities for you! Saturday 23rd-Sunday 31st October 10am - 3.30pm £3 per trail £ 2WTBCN members; Brilliant Bone Trail - Match all the bones to the animals and follow the clues round the lake Monday 25th October 10.30am - 2.30pm £2 - £5 per craft; Crafty Monday - Halloween special ... Read More