Attractions in Cambridgeshire

Peterborough Centre

The busy city of Peterborough, whose name is derived from its Norman Cathedral St. Peter, lies in the northern corner of Cambridgeshire, on the north bank of the River Nene on the edge of the Fens. Peterborough is an ancient and prosperous city, which has preserved its ancient heritage and today incorporates modern shopping and leisure facilities. The origins of Peterborough are Saxon, but many prehistoric sites around the area indicate the land may have been farmed for 6,000 years. The Nene Valley provides attractive walking country and for those who like longer walks why not explore Rutland Water the largest man made lake in Britain.