Browsing local attractions within 8 miles of Best Western Orton Hall Hotel

9 Bridge Street, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE1 1HJ, Tel: 01733 452336, Email, (2 miles, 3kms)

The Cathedral Office, 12a Minster Precincts, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE1 1XS, Tel: 01733 355300, Email, (2 miles, 3kms)

An undiscovered gem. Magnificent Norman architecture, unique 13th century nave ceiling and stunning West Front. Burial place of two Queens. Open daily. Tours by appointment. Visit the cathedral souvenir kiosk and refreshment facility.

Thorpe Road, Longthorpe, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE3 6LU, Tel: 01733 864663, Email, (1 miles, 2kms)

The 14thC tower of a fortified manor-house with wall paintings which form the most complete set of domestic paintings of the period in northern Europe.

Wansford Station, Stibbington, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE8 6LR, Tel: 01780 784444, Email, (5 miles, 8kms)

The 7.5-mile steam-operated Nene Valley Railway runs alongside the River Nene from Peterborough (Nene Valley station), through Wansford to Yarwell. Wansford is the main station (free parking) where there is a café and all facilities.

The Droveway, Northey Road, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE6 7QJ, Tel: 01733 313414, Email, (4 miles, 6kms)

28 acre landscape park and heritage centre with reconstructions, parkland and museum.

Stanground, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE2 8HZ, Tel: 01954 713500, Email, (2 miles, 4kms)

The tip of Cambridgeshire's second major flood defence - the Nene Washes, home to many rare insects and birds.

Ham Farm House, Ham Lane, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE2 5UU, Tel: 01733 234193, Email, (1 miles, 2kms)

Nene Park stretches for 10 km along the beautiful valley of the River Nene immediately west of Peterborough. At its heart is Ferry Meadows Country Park.

245 St Pauls Road, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE1 3RJ, Tel: 01733 349024, Email, (3 miles, 5kms)

have a 5 m x 4m artist’s studio and gallery. I welcome visitors by appointment and have a general open day 6 times per year.

74 Monument Street, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE1 4AG, (2 miles, 4kms)

74 Monument Street

Longthorpe, Peterborough, Cambridgshire, PE3 6SS, Tel: 01733 890419, (1 miles, 2kms)

An Ancient woodland full of wild flowers, an unexpected treasure in an urban setting

Sturrock Way, Bretton, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE3 8YF, Tel: 08701 183027, (3 miles, 5kms)

20 Lanes, fully computerised. Prices from £3.90 per session including shoe hire.

John Clare Cottage, 12 Woodgate, Helpston, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE6 7ED, Tel: 01733 253330, Email, (6 miles, 10kms)

Located in the village of Helpston, which is between Peterborough and Stamford. John Clare was born in village, and the Cottage was his home where he lived with his family for most of his life.

Nassington, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE8 6QG, Tel: 01780 782575, (6 miles, 10kms)

Described as a hidden gem and dating from the early 13th century the manor is the oldest property in Northamptonshire.

Padholme Road East, Peterborough, PE1 5XH, Tel: 01733 558774, (3 miles, 5kms)

An indoor adventure playground plus the gems and fossils discovery dig mine.

Buntings Lane, Farcet, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE7 3BS, Tel: 01733 890419, (2 miles, 3kms)

Nestled among houses this collection of small ponds and a meadow is a local stronghold for newts.

Barnack, Stamford, Cambridgeshire, PE1 1UA, Tel: 01733 455000, (8 miles, 12kms)

The grassy slopes of Barnack Hills and Holes are home to a profusion of wild flowers.

Ham Farm House, Ham Lane, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE2 5UU, Tel: 01733 234193, Email, (1 miles, 2kms)

Ferry Meadows is the 200ha (500acre) Country Park at the heart of Nene Park. Its lakes, meadows, woodlands & riverside make it a favourite destination for many visitors throughout the year.

Church Lane, Conington, Cambridgeshire, PE7 3QD, Tel: 020 7213 0660, Email, (2 miles, 4kms)

Very handsome late mediaeval church, built as a whole at the end of the 15th century.