ferry meadows EASY 7 miles there and back

DIRECTIONS 1 Head right out of the site and at the fork in the road turn left into Ferry Meadows Country Park and onto National ferry meadows CYCLE ROUTE Cycle Route 63. This great short route takes you directly from the Caravan Site and through the beautiful, 500 acre Ferry Meadows Country Park. The route travels along the and takes you right into the city centre. 2 Along the way, you will pass close to Orton Water and has a wealth of attractions including its impressive Norman Cathedral which boasts a magnificent Osier Lake, which are great stopping off points for a West Front, Peterborough Museum and the . picnic and some wildlife spotting.

3 Turn left at the next fork and continue on the cycle path, surfaces Other routes in the area crossing the River Nene. Tarmac or fine gravel paths and flat. The Peterborough Green Wheel is made up of one 4 Continue on the route and you will pass the Rowing 45-mile circular route that passes through picturesque and Canoeing coarse and the Boathouse at Thorpe countryside and villages, with spokes leading directly Meadows. Traffic back to the city’s historic, pedestrianised centre. Traffic-free 5 Keep following the path along the river and you will arrive in central Peterborough at the Lido and Bishops Road Gardens. Suitability for young children 5 Return by the same route in reverse. Yes, but care should be taken and children should remain under supervision at all times. DON’T MISS Hills The area itself is amazing, there are lots of No hills. walks and cycle ways around the lake with a number of play areas for children. During our stay we visited Pigeons Animal Farm, it is a worthwhile Refreshments/facilities trip for families with children, and good value for The Ferry Meadows café is near Overton Lake and there money too. are also BBQ stands by Coney Meadow Pond. sheargold82 This route has been suggested by Sustrans’ Volunteer Rangers. The Caravan Club Club Together community member would always recommend that any children or young people under 18 years should be fully supervised by a responsible adult. Please be aware that using this route is entirely at your own risk. Extreme care should always be taken when cycling on site, remembering that traffic will be moving around the site and to observe speed limits. Particular attention should be paid when going round blind corners or emerging from paths. B1166

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