Things To Do in Peterborough

Discover the best things to do in Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, including local attractions, family days out, historic places, outdoor activities, indoor activities and upcoming events.

Featured Things To Do in Peterborough

Explore local attractions, activities and days out from the Dovetail directory. These listings are matched to Peterborough using the directory town, address and local area data, so town pages stay focused on genuinely local things to do.


John Clare Cottage

Attractions & Things To Do

John Clare Cottage

📍 John Clare Cottage, Museum, Café and Gardens Woodgate, Helpston, Peterborough PE6 7ED

One of the best days out for history in Peterborough, the John Clare Cottage is sure to leave you inspired!…

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🏨 Places to stay in Peterborough

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Upcoming Events in Peterborough

After exploring the attractions, browse upcoming events in Peterborough, including live entertainment, family activities, seasonal events and local days out.

Dis-obey

October 10, 2026

THE MET LOUNGE, BRIDGE STREET, PETERBOROUGH

Nick Heyward

November 16, 2026

CATHEDRAL OFFICE, MINSTER PRECINCTS, PETERBOROUGH, CAMBRIDGESHIRE

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Things To Do in Peterborough FAQs

What are the best things to do in Peterborough?

The best things to do in Peterborough include local attractions, family days out, outdoor activities, historic places, entertainment venues and events listed on this guide.

Are there family-friendly attractions in Peterborough?

Yes. This page highlights family-friendly attractions and events where available, including parks, beaches, museums, activity centres and seasonal days out.

Does this page update automatically?

Yes. Dovetail Events can pull in directory attractions and upcoming events, so the guide becomes more useful as new listings are added.

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