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Local flavour, fresh finds β€” Peterborough’s week served warm
From beauty tips to bright ideas and one very good curry, your Spotlight’s ready

Graham

Oct 30, 2025

Some weeks, Peterborough just feels alive noisy, unpredictable, slightly bonkers, but absolutely ours.


One moment we’re arguing about whether Labradors belong in lattes, the next we’re watching worshippers trying to save a temple while the council counts the cash.

 

The leaves are gold, the trains are late, and Christmas has apparently started in October (because why wouldn’t it?).

 

Welcome to another week of Peterborough being Peterborough passionate, divided, occasionally daft, and always worth talking about.

"We’ll buy it ourselves if we have to”

Peterborough’s Hindu community fights for its temple

The smell of incense and fresh paint hangs over Lincoln Road, where the Bharat Hindu Samaj Temple is doing double duty part place of worship, part fundraising HQ.


The community’s mission?

 

Outbid everyone else for the site it’s called home for decades, after the council put it on the market as part of a desperate bid to reduce city debt.

 

Temple leader Ashish Pathak stands by a whiteboard filled with numbers, not mantras. β€œWe’re not asking for charity,” he says. β€œWe’ll buy it outright β€” because you can’t put a price on belonging.”

 

The council insists it’s a neutral process, open to all bidders. But for thousands of locals Hindu and otherwise it feels like something more symbolic.


β€œSell an office block, fine,” said one resident watching volunteers hang Diwali lights, β€œbut flogging a temple while we’re still clearing away the candles?

 

That’s bad karma.”

 

Critics argue Peterborough can’t afford sentimentality.

 

Supporters say a city that sells its soul to balance the books has already lost more than money.


The final decision’s due before Christmas.

 

Until then, donations keep rolling in coins, notes, even gold bangles dropped quietly into the collection pot.

 

So what are your views β€” balance the books or respect the feelings of worshippers?


Let’s keep the conversation going on our Peterborough Spotlight Facebook page

Another week, another apology – Ely chaos leaves Peterborough passengers fuming

It’s the same message every morning β€œsignalling faults near Ely, we apologise for the delay.”


For thousands of commuters, it’s gone from irritating to infuriating.

 

The latest round of repair works on the Ely junction, part of Network Rail’s long-delayed Ely Area Capacity Enhancement, has once again thrown the region’s timetable into chaos.

 

Engineers promise it’ll eventually double line capacity and unclog the east’s busiest choke point β€” but passengers aren’t feeling the benefit yet.

 

β€œWe’re told it’s short-term pain for long-term gain,” said one weary regular, β€œbut there’s been nothing short about the pain.”

 

Council leaders insist the project is vital for the region’s growth, unlocking freight and passenger routes across East Anglia.

 

But until it’s finished, Peterborough’s paying the price in lost hours, cold platforms, and railcard dΓ©jΓ  vu.

 

So how bad has it been for you β€” minor inconvenience or daily nightmare?


Join the debate on our Facebook page and let us know if you still believe the β€œlong-term gain” is worth it.

 

Bills fall on paper, but most Peterborough households say they feel no richer

Energy prices have technically dropped again β€” the Ofgem price cap fell by 7% this month but you wouldn’t know it from most Peterborough kitchen tables.


Electricity and gas may be down, yet food, rent and council tax have quietly climbed higher.

 

The ONS says household budgets are still under the same pressure they were a year ago; the average family now spends Β£78 more a month on essentials than in 2023.

 

At Bretton Community Hub, volunteers say footfall hasn’t eased. β€œWe expected fewer people after bills fell,” said one coordinator β€œbut demand’s steady. They’re still juggling everything else that’s gone up.”

 

Local business owners echo the strain. One cafΓ© owner told us his gas bill is finally manageable again β€” β€œjust in time for milk, sugar and beans to double.”

 

The irony hasn’t gone unnoticed online, where one commenter summed it up neatly: β€œWe’ve reached the point where a price drop still feels like bad news.”

 

So what about you β€” have you noticed your bills easing or is it still a monthly panic?
Share your story on our Peterborough Spotlight Facebook page β€” we’ll feature reader experiences in next week’s Money Matters slot.

Renters squeezed again as Peterborough’s average flat hits £970 a month

If you’re renting in Peterborough, you already know the story it’s just been confirmed by the numbers.


New data from the ONS and Zoopla shows the city’s average two-bed flat now costs about Β£970 per month, up nearly 6 % on last year.

 

Nationally rents rose 8 %, but local tenants say it’s the squeeze outside London that hurts most.

 

Agents blame higher mortgages and licensing costs.

 

Landlords say tax and regulation are pushing them to sell.

 

Renters, meanwhile, are asking how long β€œmarket forces” can justify three pay rises a year for their landlord.

 

A housing adviser at a local letting agency said viewing queues are β€œback to post-Covid levels β€” 25 people for every half-decent flat.”


One renter from Dogsthorpe summed it up: β€œYou’re lucky if you can even get a call-back.”

 

The council’s selective-licensing review due next spring may offer slight relief by tightening quality standards, but affordability remains grim.

 

Have you been hunting for a flat or had to move this year?


Drop a note on the Facebook page β€” we’re gathering real stories for a coming feature on housing pressures. Or why not sign up for our newsletter for local renters The Peterborough Smart Property News 

Peterborough’s micro-businesses shine: “We’re still here, and we’re thriving”

While national chains continue to struggle, one of Peterborough’s independent success stories is bucking the trend.

 

Up The Garden Bath a community retail hub launched in 2020 has been named one of the UK’s 100 most inspiring small businesses for 2025.

 

Founded with a mission to turn waste into value, its Unity store in Queensgate Shopping Centre has generated more than Β£725,000 in sales for local makers and welcomed over 25,000 visitors since opening.


One founder said the recognition proves β€œindependent, community-led business still matters to this city.”

 

The accolade lands against a tough backdrop of energy costs, supply-chain headaches and cautious consumer spending.

 

Yet their model recycling, local craft, personal service has helped build resilience.


A local artisan who sells there told us: β€œI’d have been lost without the Unity hub’s support last winter, when everything felt fragile.”

 

Have you made a conscious effort to shop local this year?


Tell us on the Peterborough Spotlight Facebook page shout-out your favourite indie spot and we’ll feature a few reader picks next week.

Hiring’s up — but pay still can’t catch the bills in Peterborough’s job market

Peterborough’s job adverts are on the rise again, with the number of open roles up 9 per cent on this time last year.


The ONS says employment across the East of England has edged to 76.8 %, the highest since early 2023 but average advertised pay has barely moved.

 

Local recruitment firms report record demand for warehouse, logistics, and healthcare staff, yet inflation has quietly swallowed most of the modest pay gains.


One agency manager said the hardest sell now is convincing candidates that β€œfull-time” automatically means β€œenough.”

 

At the city’s JobSmart centre, advisers say the pattern’s clear: people are working more hours, taking second jobs, or freelancing just to stay level.


β€œIt’s not laziness,” said a careers adviser, β€œit’s arithmetic.”

 

ONS figures show average weekly wages in Cambridgeshire & Peterborough rose 4 % year-on-year, while food and fuel costs rose nearly 7 %.

 

So for many households, the maths still doesn’t balance.

 

Have you picked up extra work, changed jobs, or noticed pay rising where you are?


Join the conversation on our Facebook page β€” we’ll feature local experiences in next week’s Worklife column.

Recycling rates stall as Peterborough bins miss the mark again

Peterborough’s once-touted recycling record has flat-lined.


New figures from DEFRA show household recycling in the city sitting at 44 per cent for 2024-25 below the national average of 48 per cent and well under the council’s own 50 per cent target.

 

City Council officers blame contamination in blue bins and the continued confusion over plastics.


β€œPeople are keen,” said a waste-services spokesperson, β€œbut one greasy pizza box can spoil a whole lorry-load.”

 

Environmental groups say the plateau reflects wider fatigue.


β€œWe used to lead the way,” said one volunteer from a local eco-group. β€œNow other councils are overtaking us while our bins get fuller.”

 

The Council plans a public education push and trials of digital bin tags early next year to track participation rates. Critics argue that the real issue is cost-cutting, not awareness.

 

So what’s the truth on your street do neighbours recycle properly or just give up?


Tell us on the Peterborough Spotlight Facebook page  we’ll map local views in a future edition.

Lights, stalls, and a dash of sparkle — Cathedral Christmas Market set to return bigger than ever

The city’s best-loved festive tradition is back.


Peterborough Cathedral’s Christmas Market opens its doors from Friday 29 November to Sunday 1 December, promising nearly 90 stalls, a craft marquee, and an expanded food court in the cloisters.

 

Organisers say demand from traders was β€œthrough the roof,” with stall space selling out weeks ahead. Expect artisan gifts, local produce, and live music from community choirs across the weekend.

 

Event coordinator Rachel Hughes said the market has become β€œa warm-up act for Christmas itself people plan their calendars around it.”


Parking around the precincts will be limited, but extra late-night park-and-ride buses are confirmed.

 

Visitors can also explore the Illuminated Cathedral Trail, which returns for its second year, lighting the nave and cloisters in shifting blues and golds.

 

Are you a Cathedral Market regular, or do you prefer quieter festive spots round the city?


Share your favourite local Christmas event on our Facebook page  we’ll feature reader picks in December’s Spotlight Guide.

GPs brace for winter rush as Peterborough surgeries warn of record demand

Local doctors are warning that this winter could be one of the busiest on record.


The Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Integrated Care Board says patient demand for GP appointments is already 12% higher than last year, with respiratory illnesses, COVID boosters and flu vaccines all landing at once.

 

Dr. Patel, who runs a practice in the city’s west end, said the strain is showing: β€œWe’re seeing waiting lists stretch, even with longer hours and extra clinics. Everyone’s doing double shifts to stay ahead.”

 

Pharmacies are being urged to take on more minor cases under the NHS Pharmacy First scheme, while the local hospital has reintroduced its β€œvirtual ward” service to ease bed pressure.


Health chiefs say the goal is to keep people well enough to avoid A&E altogether.

 

Still, many patients report frustration at appointment delays and repeat prescription backlogs.


One local resident commented online: β€œWe don’t blame the doctors β€” it’s the system that’s sick.”

 

Have you struggled to get an appointment or found a local pharmacy that really helps?


Share your experience on our Facebook page β€” we’ll feature a few positive examples in next week’s Health & Wellbeing update.

Butterflies return to Nene Park as volunteers give wild spaces new life

There’s a quiet transformation happening at Nene Park β€” and it’s fluttering in on painted wings.


Volunteers with the Butterfly Garden Project have spent the past two summers restoring the pollinator meadows near Ferry Meadows, and early counts show butterflies back in numbers not seen for years.

 

The project, supported by Nene Park Trust, has replanted native wildflowers and created small β€œsun-trap” patches for bees and insects.


β€œIt’s proof that tiny changes make a huge difference,” said one volunteer. β€œYou start with a patch, and suddenly you’ve got life everywhere again.”

 

The garden also doubles as a wellbeing space, with quiet seating areas where visitors can unwind, picnic, or join guided nature walks.


Park rangers say the success has sparked plans to expand the scheme across the Lynch Wood and Thorpe Meadows areas next spring.

 

Have you visited the Butterfly Garden or spotted more wildlife in your area lately?


Tag your best Nene Park nature photos on Instagram with #PeterboroughSpotlight β€” we’ll feature our favourites in next week’s issue.

 

Plus if you want to know more about Bugs and Insects check out the Bug LIfe charity website

Posh Foundation brings football fever to city schools”

Peterborough United’s #UnitedForSchools programme has been keeping local pupils on their toes bringing coaching sessions, fitness challenges and classroom talks on teamwork to schools across the city this autumn.

 

Foundation coaches sometimes joined by first-team players have already visited more than a dozen Peterborough schools, including Nene Park Academy and Ken Stimpson Community School, reaching over 1,500 pupils this term.

 

One Year 8 student said the highlight was β€œseeing pros train with us β€” they make it fun, not just drills.”

 

Teachers call it β€œthe kind of initiative that gets kids believing they belong on the pitch.”

 

Your say:
Should more local sports clubs visit schools or should schools take pupils to stadiums instead?


Vote in our quick Spotlight Sport Poll 

Paws and Whiskers Walk brings tails, smiles, and £3,000 for rescue pets

More than a hundred dogs (and a few brave cats in carriers) took over Ferry Meadows last weekend for the Paws and Whiskers Walk, raising funds for Wood Green Animal Charity.


The annual event brings together local pet owners, trainers and rescue volunteers for a two-mile loop around the lakes with plenty of photo stops and the occasional unplanned swim.

 

Organisers said this year’s turnout was the biggest yet, with more than Β£3,000 raised through entry fees and donations.


Volunteer Marta, who helps at the Wood Green centre, said the day’s best moment was β€œseeing a nervous rescue dog wag its tail again β€” that’s why we do it.”

 

Pet stalls, microchipping stands and free training demos added to the festival feel, proving once again that Peterborough’s love for animals has real heart.

 

🐢 Spotlight invite: Thinking of adopting or volunteering?


Visit Wood Green Animal Charity or share a photo of your own rescue on social media with #SpotlightPaws we’ll showcase a few in next week’s edition.

Peterborough volunteer named ‘Neighbour of the Year’ after two decades of quiet kindness

You probably wouldn’t notice Alan, 67, if you passed him in Ravensthorpe but half the street credits him with keeping the neighbourhood together.


This month, he was officially named Neighbour of the Year in the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Neighbourhood Watch Awards, recognising more than twenty years of volunteering, litter-picking and checking in on elderly residents.

 

Alan says he’s embarrassed by the fuss. β€œI just like seeing people smile it’s that simple,” he told the local press. β€œIf I can help someone change a bulb or fix a fence, that’s a good day.”

 

Council leader Wayne Fitzgerald praised the win as β€œa reminder that community spirit doesn’t come from committees, it comes from people like Alan.”

 

🏑 Spotlight shout-out: Know another unsung local hero?


Nominate them for our next Spotlight Local Legend feature β€” reply to this email or message us on Facebook with a few lines about what they’ve done.

Sellers stall, renters scramble: Peterborough’s market in slow motion”

Peterborough’s housing scene has gone oddly quiet unless you’re renting, in which case it’s anything but.

 

Average rents have crept to around Β£970 a month, up nearly 6 % on last year, with letting agents in Hampton Vale and Dogsthorpe saying they could fill most flats twice over.


β€œI’ve never seen so many people turning up to viewings,” said Daniel, a local renter. β€œHalf the time the place is gone before I even get a call back.”

 

Sales, meanwhile, are moving at walking pace.


The average sold price across the city sits just above Β£240 k, and mortgage-rate jitters mean buyers are choosier than they’ve been in years.


A seller in Stanground told us they’d had β€œloads of viewings but nobody in a rush β€” everyone’s waiting for a drop that may never come.”

 

The result?

 

A market that feels more like a staring contest than a sprint.

 

🏑 Your move:

 

Lotus brings a little Mayfair magic to Westgate

Westgate just got its buzz back β€” and this time it’s coming from the kitchen.


Lotus, the new modern Indian restaurant in the former Banyan Tree site, opened this week to steady queues and plenty of curiosity.

 

Behind the project are two familiar names: Keshab Khatiwada, best known for Hampton Vale’s Gurkha Lounge, and Chef Badri Khadka, whose London background includes Michelin-starred Tamarind, Zaika, and Kricket.


Their goal?

 

Refined Indian and Nepalese dishes served with genuine local warmth  fine dining without the fuss.

 

Highlights include crisp vegetable momos, slow-cooked Himalayan lamb shank, and seafood curries rich enough to make you forget it’s Tuesday.

 

Before the official launch, the team hosted a Sue Ryder Thorpe Hall Hospice fundraiser  a thoughtful start that hasn’t gone unnoticed.

 

Early diners are calling Lotus β€œthe restaurant Peterborough’s been waiting for” a place that feels special but still familiar.

 

πŸ₯’ Spotlight question: Tried Lotus yet?


Tell us what dish impressed you most β€” or tip us off to another hidden gem on our Peterborough Spotlight Facebook page.

Spooks, Sparks & Saturday Sounds

When: Fri 31 Oct – Sun 2 Nov 2025


Weather snapshot: Mild (12–14 Β°C). A few showers Friday evening, then drier. Saturday looks best for fireworks; Sunday cooler and clearβ€”perfect for one last pumpkin selfie.

Friday 31 Oct β€” Frights you can schedule

 

  • Peterborough Museum – Halloween Horror Night (6–10 pm)
    Guided ghost walks, jump-scare theatre, proper local lore inside the city’s most storied building.

  •  
  • Nene Park –  Witches of Ferry Meadows Adventure Trail (5–9 pm)
    Lantern-lit loop, storytelling, crafts for kids. Book slotsβ€”these go fast.

  •  

Spotlight nudge: Best costume you actually can walk in. Capes beat six-foot inflatable dinosaurs on stairs.

Saturday 1 Nov β€” Boom night

 

  • Yaxley Fireworks 2025, Three Horseshoes Field


  • Gates 5:45 pm β€’ Fireworks 7 pm β€’ Live music, food stalls, funfair. Funds local schools & clubs.



  • β€œBrew & Boom” trail (Westgate β†’ Cathedral Square)


  • 7 pm-late β€’ Unofficial post-Halloween crawl; themed cocktails, prize for best low-effort costume.


  • πŸ”— (Eventbrite listingsβ€”varies by pub)

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Spotlight tip: Arrive 30–40 mins early for Yaxley. Field fills, car parks don’t expand.

Sunday 2 Nov β€” Flares & fresh air

 

  • Peterborough Lions RFC Fireworks, Bretton Park
    Gates 5:30 pm β€’ Fireworks 7 pm β€’ BBQ, bar, kids’ rides, charity raffle.



  • Wood Green Charity Dog Walk, Ferry Meadows (11 am)
    Easy social loop for a good cause (and great photos).
    πŸ”— woodgreen.org.uk/events

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One-line outlook: Saturday is your golden window; Sunday’s calmerβ€”ideal for regrouping (and reheating leftovers).

Text SectionYour pics, your shout: Tag #SpotlightSpooks on Instagram or reply with your best fireworks snap β€” top three go in next week’s gallery.

How’s Peterborough doing this week?

πŸ“ˆ 2.3 % β€” Local unemployment rate (ONS Q3 2025)
Lowest in Cambridgeshire, but hospitality still short of seasonal staff.


Probably job opportunities if you’re after a little extra income for Christmas pressies.

 

🏠 Β£242,800 β€” Average sold property price (Zoopla 12-month rolling)


Flat month-on-month; family homes holding steady, flats slightly down.
We know it’s not cheap here any more β€” but at least it’s not Cambridge.

 

πŸ’· 6.7 % β€” Annual UK inflation


Food prices easing; mortgage renewals still sting.
They keep telling us we’re better off this year … can’t say we’re convinced.

 

β›½ Β£1.47/litre petrol, Β£1.52/litre diesel (RAC Fuel Watch Oct 2025)
Down a few pence from summer highs β€” small mercies.


Top tip: try the Petrol Prices App β€” or fill up at Esso Boongate (Padholme Road) if you’re passing; usually the best value in town

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🌑️ 12 Β°C β€” Average daytime high this week
Coats out, heating bills back in.


Insulate first before you touch the thermostat.

 

πŸ“¬ Β£15.99 β€” Cost of a first-class stamp book (12-pack)


Royal Mail price rise lands just in time for Christmas post.


At this rate it’ll be cheaper to hand-deliver β€” or stick to e-cards

 


πŸ’‘ Spotlight take:


Flat prices, flatter pay, but the city keeps ticking coffee queues still long and estate-agent windows still full.

Because a bargain feels better than a latte

🧾 Warm Home Discount 2025/26 – Β£150 credit on winter energy bills for eligible households. Apply via your supplier before 31 Jan.


Sally says: β€œDon’t assume your energy firm will apply it automaticallyβ€”most don’t.”


πŸ”— gov.uk/the-warm-home-discount-scheme

 

🍽️ Tesco Clubcard boosts – Exchange points for double value at Pizza Express, Bella Italia & Zizzi until 5 Nov.


Sally says: β€œDinner for two on points? That’s the good kind of inflation.”


πŸ”— tesco.com/clubcard

 

πŸ“± SIM-only bargain – Lebara 12 GB data, unlimited calls/texts, Β£7 per month (no contract, Vodafone network).


Sally says: β€œSame signal, half the billβ€”don’t fund someone else’s free phone.”


πŸ”— moneysavingexpert.com/cheap-sim-only-deals

 

πŸ›’ Aldi Super 6 (31 Oct – 6 Nov) – six fruit & veg picks under 59p: carrots, broccoli, pears, peppers, sweetcorn and onions.


Sally says: β€œWonky veg = half price, same soup.”


πŸ”— aldi.co.uk/super6

 

πŸš† LNER Advance Fares – Christmas sale now live – save up to 60 % if booked before 15 Nov.


Sally says: β€œBook now, and your future self won’t be crying at King’s Cross.”


πŸ”— lner.co.uk

 

πŸ§₯ Uniqlo Winter Warm Week – 10 % off HeatTech basics until 4 Nov .


Sally says: β€œBase layers are cheaper than turning the heating on.”


πŸ”— uniqlo.com/uk

 

β˜• Costa App Reward – Free drink after four scans through 10 Nov (national app offer).

 

Sally says: β€œCollect stamps, not calories β€” then pretend it’s β€˜self-care’.”


πŸ”— costa.co.uk

 

Our Spotlight take: Stack the points, grab the discounts, and beat the bills by being the smug one who checked before buying.

Your Cash Radar for Nov 2025

The UK economy is doing that familiar double-take: β€œThings can’t stay this sluggish… can they?”


Here’s what matters right now β€” and what it means for your wallet.

 

1️⃣ Slow Growth, Tight Pockets


GDP crept up just 0.3 % over summer .


Translation: pay rises will be stingy, and household budgets are still in β€œmake it last” mode.

 

Expect the Chancellor to be cautious in the 26 Nov Autumn Budget β€” with whispers of council-tax tweaks and pension changes.

 

2️⃣ Budget Buzz


Analysts expect announcements on property tax bands and ISA reform.


Spotlight thought: time to check that your savings and rent income are parked in the right places the rules may shift.

 

3️⃣ Tempting but Tricky Returns


LendInvest’s new retail bond is offering 8.25 % fixed until 2030 (MoneyWeek).


Spotlight says: β€œNice number but if it sounds too calm for an 8 % return, read the small print.” Diversify before you commit.

 

πŸ’‘ Spotlight Take:


The moral this month: play steady, stay liquid, and keep an eye on 26 Nov β€” the taxman’s early Christmas may be your cue to reshuffle.

 

πŸ“ˆ Want more practical money moves?


Subscribe free to Peterborough Smart Money News quick local insights on saving, investing & keeping more of what you earn.

Hydration Nation: why your skin’s crying out for comfort this autumn”

When the heating clicks on, so does the annual skin mutiny dry patches, dull tone, and that β€œtight face” feeling that not even three coffees can fix.

 

Dermatologists call it barrier breakdown; the rest of us call it β€œI need a facial”.

The science bit: Central heating and colder air pull moisture from the skin faster than you can scroll Instagram.

 

The NHS Skin Health Hub suggests keeping indoor temps around 19 Β°C and using ceramide-based moisturisers twice daily. 

 

Translation: less money on makeup, more on moisture.

 

The trend: Beauty editors are calling 2025 β€œthe year of the barrier balm.” Boots reports sales of hydrating serums up 42 % since September β€” think CeraVe, La Roche-Posay, and The Ordinary.

 

The local touch: Peterborough salons are already leaning in β€” The Beauty Room (Whittlesey) and Luxe Skin Clinic (Westgate) have both added β€œhydration recovery” facials this month.


If you’ve tried one locally, tell us whether it’s worth the hype β€” or your best under-Β£20 skincare hack.

 

πŸ’§ Spotlight tip:


Moisturiser before makeup, humidifier before heating and don’t underestimate the life-changing magic of drinking actual water

 

Tell us what your local salon offers and we can spread the word contact us at hello@peterboroughspotlight.co.uk or drop a message on our Facebook page

 

 

The Brewery Tap: Where the Beer (and the Buzz) Never Runs Dry

When locals start listing the pubs in Westgate they used to go to, a few names always come up β€” the Six Bells (better remembered as the Rat & Carrot), the Wortley Arms, which survived three centuries before closing in 2022, and the Royal, which became the Banyan Tree and has now been reborn as The Lotus.

 

But one name always finishes the list: The Brewery Tap.

 

Housed in the city’s old labour exchange on Westgate, it’s part time capsule, part Thai restaurant, and part weekend living room for half of Peterborough.

 

Run by the Oakham Ales team, it’s still the only place in town where your pint might have been brewed ten metres from your barstool.

 

The menu?


Thai-pub fusion that shouldn’t work but somehow does aromatic curries, sticky ribs, and starters that make β€œjust one more beer” inevitable.

 

Regulars say the green curry’s still got it; newcomers blink at the disco ball above their noodles.


That’s the Tap β€” a bit chaotic, always fun.

 

β€œIt’s lively, it’s loud, and the curry’s better than my last holiday,” said Suzanne from Bretton, laughing over a pint of Oakham Citra.

 

Prices have crept up (what hasn’t?), but few complain once the first sip lands.


Maybe it’s nostalgia, maybe it’s the beer β€” either way, The Brewery Tap remains the pub Peterborough simply won’t let fade.

 

πŸ“ Westgate, Peterborough – open late weekends
πŸ”— brewery-tap.com

 

 

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Email hello@peterboroughspotlight.co.uk β€” you might just be our next Business Review.

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If October felt like a blur of drizzle and deadlines, November’s promising the same β€” just brighter at night.


Bonfire season’s about to spark, the Autumn Budget’s looming on 26 November, and the Christmas lights switch-on is already creeping into conversation.

 

Mortgage rates may still bite, but there’s a little calm in the air β€” and a lot of mulled wine on the horizon.

 

So light the log burner, hide the heating bill, and brace yourself for fireworks both literal and political.

 

Stay warm, stay witty, and keep your eyes on the small wins β€” like the rare moment when your broadband actually works through a storm.

1️⃣ Best place for a Friday pint right now? β€” Brewery Tap, Drapers Arms, or somewhere new?


2️⃣ Have you started Christmas shopping yet or still pretending it’s β€œnext month’s problem”?

 

Comment on Facebook or hit reply β€” the funniest answers make next week’s spotlight!

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