Events Calendar

Peterborough Urban Pedal and Villages

Nene Park , United Kingdom

Starting from - meet outside Rutland Cycles in Ham Lane Ferry Meadows, PE2 5UU Mainly cycle paths and quiet roads. Refreshments at the end of ride if good weather and first-timers welcome!  

Peterborough Urban Pedal and Villages

Nene Park , United Kingdom

Starting from - meet outside Rutland Cycles in Ham Lane Ferry Meadows, PE2 5UU Mainly cycle paths and quiet roads. Refreshments at the end of ride if good weather and first-timers welcome!

Guided Walk with a Ranger

Nene Park , United Kingdom

Join one of our Rangers; Ian for a 6 mile walk around Ferry Meadows and the surrounding area. Ian will highlight various points of interest along the way and you can ask any questions about the park and it's history. Gain confidence walking in the rural estate and find new routes you may not have explored before. Suitable for: 12yrs + ... Read More

£2.50

Ferry Meadows Easter Egg Hunt

Nene Park , United Kingdom

Oh no, the Easter Bunny has misplaced all of his Easter eggs! Can you help him find them in time? You will explore the park looking for pictures that will lead you to your Easter egg prize at the end. Suitable for: Any age (distance may be challenging for some younger children) Meeting point: Nene Outdoors reception Cost: £10 per timeslot Please note: ... Read More

Wild Wednesday at Home

Nene Park , United Kingdom

Although we can't have our usual Wild Wednesday in our busy Discovery Den, children and adults can still join in some crafts at home. Lots of us have taken time out to catch up on reading during lockdown, so never lose your page again with your own homemade pom-pom bookmarks. Download the instructions and template below, don't forget to share your ... Read More

Easter Holiday Trail

Nene Park , United Kingdom

Although the Visitor Centre is closed at the moment, you can still join in with the holiday trail at Ferry Meadows. Just visit our website to download the trail sheets and answers, then hunt for questions as you walk around Ferry Meadows. https://www.nenepark.org.uk/Event/easter-holiday-trail2021

Virtual Guided Walk

Nene Park , United Kingdom

We may not be able to enjoy group guided walks at the moment, but we can still get out and enjoy the Park during spring and maybe visit some areas that you may not have visited before while learning a few facts. With our virtual walk and your smartphone, you can still find out a little bit about the areas ... Read More

Holiday Trail

Nene Park , United Kingdom

Complete a trail around Ferry Meadows this Easter Holidays! Although the Visitor Centre is closed at the moment, you can still join in an Easter holiday trail in Ferry Meadows. Just click on the links below to download the trail sheets and answers. There are both easy and hard options to choose from whilst you hunt for questions as you walk ... Read More

Step into Spring Walking Challenge

Nene Park , United Kingdom

From 20th March to 20th April, we challenge you to walk or run 100 miles, which is the length of the River Nene! Join Nene Park Trust in exploring the outdoors as trees come into leaf and the colours of spring start to take over. We also hope you will take this challenge as an opportunity to reap the benefits of fresh air and ... Read More

Event Series Guided Cycle Ride

Guided Cycle Ride

Nene Park , United Kingdom

Join our Instructors at Nene Outdoors for a Guided Cycle Ride through the Park and out into the Countryside beyond. Enjoy a challenging ride along country roads, over scenic bridleways and through local beauty spots. Rides will be approximately 20km in length (approx 3 hrs) and feature a variety of terrain and challenge. Gain confidence with our instructors to see ... Read More

Event Series Archery

Archery

Nene Park , United Kingdom

Pay and Play Archery sessions will run throughout the day, why not come down and have a go. No need to book, just come along You will find us on Coney Meadow close to the Visitor Centre. Sessions will start at: 11:00, 12:00, 14:00, 15:00 and 16:00 each day, Participants need to be in good health and are recommended to not ... Read More

£5
Event Series Guided Cycle Ride

Guided Cycle Ride

Nene Park , United Kingdom

Join our Instructors at Nene Outdoors for a Guided Cycle Ride through the Park and out into the Countryside beyond. Enjoy a challenging ride along country roads, over scenic bridleways and through local beauty spots. Rides will be approximately 20km in length (approx 3 hrs) and feature a variety of terrain and challenge. Gain confidence with our instructors to see ... Read More

Event Series Archery

Archery

Nene Park , United Kingdom

Pay and Play Archery sessions will run throughout the day, why not come down and have a go. No need to book, just come along You will find us on Coney Meadow close to the Visitor Centre. Sessions will start at: 11:00, 12:00, 14:00, 15:00 and 16:00 each day, Participants need to be in good health and are recommended to not ... Read More

£5

Event Series Guided Cycle Ride

Guided Cycle Ride

Nene Park , United Kingdom

Join our Instructors at Nene Outdoors for a Guided Cycle Ride through the Park and out into the Countryside beyond. Enjoy a challenging ride along country roads, over scenic bridleways and through local beauty spots. Rides will be approximately 20km in length (approx 3 hrs) and feature a variety of terrain and challenge. Gain confidence with our instructors to see ... Read More

Event Series Nene Park Explorer Challenge

Nene Park Explorer Challenge

Nene Park , United Kingdom

The new Park Explorer Challenge is aimed at younger children (5-12 year olds) and their families The challenges will take you out to different areas across Nene Park and will involve activities such as puzzles, quizzes and spotter games in each of the different areas. This is a free activity.  Click on the "Buy Now" button below for more details.

Event Series Nene Park Explorer Challenge

Nene Park Explorer Challenge

Nene Park , United Kingdom

The new Park Explorer Challenge is aimed at younger children (5-12 year olds) and their families The challenges will take you out to different areas across Nene Park and will involve activities such as puzzles, quizzes and spotter games in each of the different areas. This is a free activity.  Click on the "Buy Now" button below for more details.

Event Series Guided Cycle Ride

Guided Cycle Ride

Nene Park , United Kingdom

Join our Instructors at Nene Outdoors for a Guided Cycle Ride through the Park and out into the Countryside beyond. Enjoy a challenging ride along country roads, over scenic bridleways and through local beauty spots. Rides will be approximately 20km in length (approx 3 hrs) and feature a variety of terrain and challenge. Gain confidence with our instructors to see ... Read More

Event Series Nene Park Explorer Challenge

Nene Park Explorer Challenge

Nene Park , United Kingdom

The new Park Explorer Challenge is aimed at younger children (5-12 year olds) and their families The challenges will take you out to different areas across Nene Park and will involve activities such as puzzles, quizzes and spotter games in each of the different areas. This is a free activity.  Click on the "Buy Now" button below for more details.

Let’s Ride – Peterborough Urban Pedal and Villages

Nene Park , United Kingdom

Starting from - Behind lakeside cafe Ferry Meadows, PE2 5UU  18 miles  Mountain Bike, Hybrid (off road tyres), Hybrid (road tyres)  2 hr 30 mins Easygoing Peterborough Adults 16+ only

Event Series Open Water Swimming

Open Water Swimming

Nene Park , United Kingdom

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.  Whether you are training for a triathlon or just want to take part in an activity which is sociable as well as good for you, we welcome all swimmers to our regular weekly sessions every ... Read More

Event Series Nene Park Explorer Challenge

Nene Park Explorer Challenge

Nene Park , United Kingdom

The new Park Explorer Challenge is aimed at younger children (5-12 year olds) and their families The challenges will take you out to different areas across Nene Park and will involve activities such as puzzles, quizzes and spotter games in each of the different areas. This is a free activity.  Click on the "Buy Now" button below for more details.

Event Series Guided Cycle Ride

Guided Cycle Ride

Nene Park , United Kingdom

Join our Instructors at Nene Outdoors for a Guided Cycle Ride through the Park and out into the Countryside beyond. Enjoy a challenging ride along country roads, over scenic bridleways and through local beauty spots. Rides will be approximately 20km in length (approx 3 hrs) and feature a variety of terrain and challenge. Gain confidence with our instructors to see ... Read More

Lets Ride – Peterborough Urban Pedal and Villages

Nene Park , United Kingdom

A cycle ride around Peterborough's cycle paths and quiet roads refreshments at end of ride in Lakeside cafe First-timers welcome! Starting from - Behind lakeside cafe Ferry Meadows, PE2 5UU  18 miles  Mountain Bike, Hybrid (off road tyres), Hybrid (road tyres)  2 hr 30 mins Easygoing Peterborough Adults 16+ only

Event Series Open Water Swimming

Open Water Swimming

Nene Park , United Kingdom

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.  Whether you are training for a triathlon or just want to take part in an activity which is sociable as well as good for you, we welcome all swimmers to our regular weekly sessions every ... Read More

Event Series Nene Park Explorer Challenge

Nene Park Explorer Challenge

Nene Park , United Kingdom

The new Park Explorer Challenge is aimed at younger children (5-12 year olds) and their families The challenges will take you out to different areas across Nene Park and will involve activities such as puzzles, quizzes and spotter games in each of the different areas. This is a free activity.  Click on the "Buy Now" button below for more details.

Holiday Trail

Nene Park , United Kingdom

Our holiday trails are back for the Six weeks of Summer. 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. Due to current restrictions, we will not be lending clipboards and pens, so please bring your own if you want to. No ... Read More

Big Summer Hunt

Nene Park , United Kingdom

Aimed at older children and their families, we are holding our Big Summer Hunt activity throughout the six week summer holiday, which will see participants busily solving puzzles across Nene Park and having the chance to win exciting prizes! Each Saturday, starting from the 18 July a new clue will be announced on our website www.nenepark.org.uk/big-summer-hunt and our social media channels. These will range from riddles, ... Read More

Event Series Wild Home Educator Session

Wild Home Educator Session

Nene Park , United Kingdom

Here at Ferry Meadows, we run a 2 hour session on the second Monday of every month for home schooled children. Each session will have curriculum and nature focused activities, with each month having a different theme. Adults must accompany their children and all participating children need to have booked a space. We will be going outside for part of ... Read More

£5.50

Event Series Wild Home Educator Session

Wild Home Educator Session

Nene Park , United Kingdom

Here at Ferry Meadows, we run a 2 hour session on the second Monday of every month for home schooled children. Each session will have curriculum and nature focused activities, with each month having a different theme. Adults must accompany their children and all participating children need to have booked a space. We will be going outside for part of ... Read More

£5.50

Beginners Soap Making Workshop

Nene Park , United Kingdom

Perfect for Mothers Day gifts, Elizabeth of Farrington Scents will guide you through the process of making your own natural soap. Each person will make at least three bars of soap, depending on design, using all natural ingredients and make unique packaging for their bars. Spaces are limited so booking early is advised. All wax melts and candles have been ... Read More

£25

Beginners Soap Making Workshop

Nene Park , United Kingdom

Perfect for Mothers Day gifts, Elizabeth of Farrington Scents will guide you through the process of making your own natural soap. Each person will make at least three bars of soap, depending on design, using all natural ingredients and make unique packaging for their bars. Spaces are limited so booking early is advised. All wax melts and candles have been ... Read More

£25

Open Evening for Teachers at Nene Outdoors

Nene Park , United Kingdom

We're offering teachers and youth group leaders the chance to find out more about the exciting environmental education and outdoor learning opportunities at Nene Outdoors, including our outreach activities, at an open evening from 4pm to 6pm. You will also get the opportunity to try some of the activities yourself! To get more information and to please confirm your attendance ... Read More

Nature Tots

Nene Park , United Kingdom

A fun monthly outdoor parent and toddler group. Each session has a nature theme and will include a messy craft activity, time to explore the beautiful outdoors, story and song time. £3.50 per participating child. 2 yrs+

£3.50
Event Series Bird box making

Bird box making

Nene Park , United Kingdom

Come and make a nest box for our feathered friends with the team at Ferry Meadows to take home with you and provide a home for the birds in your garden. All materials and tools provided.Parental supervision will be required. Maximum 2 children per adult. £7 per box. 8+

£7

Bird Box Making Workshop

Nene Park , United Kingdom

Come and make a Bird Box with the team at Ferry Meadows this February Half Term, to take away and provide a home for the birds in your garden. All materials and tools provided. Suitable for: 8 years and over Meeting point: Discovery Den Cost: £7.50 per child Two sessions running - 10.30am to 12pm and 1.30pm to 3pm. Booking ... Read More

£7.50
Event Series Bird box making

Bird box making

Nene Park , United Kingdom

Come and make a nest box for our feathered friends with the team at Ferry Meadows to take home with you and provide a home for the birds in your garden. All materials and tools provided.Parental supervision will be required. Maximum 2 children per adult. £7 per box. 8+

£7

Wild Wednesday

Nene Park , United Kingdom

Children and adults are welcome to come and join in some seasonal and wild crafts.This is a drop in event, no booking required, just come along on the day. Donations welcome. All ages

Nene Park Survival Challenge

Nene Park , United Kingdom

This February half term we are challenging children to try a variety of bushcraft activities and learn how to survive the great outdoors! The activities will include learning how to light a fire and build a shelter, whilst using a number of tools safely. This session will take place away from hard surfaced paths and will include uneven ground in ... Read More

£14

Nene Park Survival Challenge

Nene Park , United Kingdom

Come along and try a mix of bushcraft activities and find out how to survive outside. £14 per child 8+

£14

Pay and Play Archery

Nene Park , United Kingdom

Pay and Play Archery sessions will run throughout the day, why not come down and have a go. Starting on Saturday 15 and Sunday 16 February, no need to book, just come down. You will find us on Coney Meadow close to the Visitor Centre. Sessions will start at: 10am, 11am, 12noon, 1:30pm 2:30pm and 3:30pm each day, offering different ... Read More

£5

February half term holiday trail

Nene Park , United Kingdom

Collect a trail sheet from the Visitor Centre and then hunt for clues as you walk around Ferry Meadows. Return to the Visitor Centre to claim your prize. £1 per trail sheet and prize. All ages

£1

Wild Home Educator Session

Nene Park , United Kingdom

Here at Ferry Meadows we will be running 2 hour sessions on the second Monday of every month for home schooled children. Each session will have curriculum and nature focused activities, with each month having a different theme: February 10th – Once Upon a Time Aimed at KS1. Activities to include exploring the properties of materials by making homes for the ... Read More

£5.50

Nature Tots at Nene Park

Nene Park , United Kingdom

A fun monthly outdoor parent and toddler group. Each session has a nature theme and will include a messy craft activity, time to explore the beautiful outdoors, story and song time.

£3.50

Volunteering Session

Nene Park , United Kingdom

Want to give something back in the New Year? Get outside more? Become more active? We are running a number of volunteer taster sessions at Thorpe Meadows. Come and try out volunteering for as little or as long as you like! The work will involve tree planting and care, shrub pruning, weeding, edging and generally making the area a more ... Read More

Wild Home Educator Session

Nene Park , United Kingdom

Here at Ferry Meadows we will be running 2 hour sessions on the second Monday of every month for home schooled children. Each session will have curriculum and nature focused activities, with each month having a different theme: January 13th – Using maps Aimed at KS2. Activities to include a compass challenge and photo orienteering. Adults must accompany their children and ... Read More

£5.50

Nature Tots at Nene Park

Nene Park , United Kingdom

A fun monthly outdoor parent and toddler group. Each session has a nature theme and will include a messy craft activity, time to explore the beautiful outdoors, story and song time.

£3.50

Urban and Village Pedal

Nene Park , United Kingdom

Cycle routes and quiet roads. We have a coffee at the end of the ride at Lakeside Cafe, Ferry Meadows. Please bring a spare inner tube. First-timers welcome!

Boxing Day Paddle or Pedal at Nene Park

Nene Park , United Kingdom

Nene Outdoors will be open on Boxing Day for anyone who wants to blow the cobwebs away, get some fresh air and a little exercise!