In This Weeks Spotlight… |
There’s a lot more to Peterborough than another debate about the city centre.
This week we’re looking at the practical things that make everyday life easier, the people doing valuable work in our community, and a few local questions that deserve better answers.
We’ve also got useful ideas for dog owners, homeowners and renters plus some lighter distractions, because not everything needs to involve a bill, a council meeting or a parking argument. |
Interesting Facts |
A painted ceiling: Peterborough Cathedral retains a 13th-century painted wooden ceiling in its nave—an exceptionally rare survival from medieval Europe.
A buried causeway: At Flag Fen, archaeologists found a Bronze Age timber causeway preserved in wet ground. Francis Pryor discovered the site in 1982.
Art in a tower: Longthorpe Tower preserves 14th-century wall paintings, including an unusual image known as the Wheel of the Five Senses.
Pottery country: Near present-day Peterborough, the Roman town of Durobrivae was associated with the production of distinctive Nene Valley colour-coated pottery. |
From Lincoln Road and Cygnet Bridge to road repairs and the proposed new pool, here’s where the money becomes visible.
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Thinking about solar panels, a heat pump, new windows or more insulation? Peterborough homeowners should start with an energy assessment and grant check before committing to expensive work. Read More... |
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Mary’s Child: Sometimes the Most Useful Thing You Can Give Is a Connection |
When people think about supporting a charity, money is usually the first thing that comes to mind.
But sometimes a useful introduction can be just as valuable.
A local business might have equipment, space or skills to offer.
Someone else might know a community group that could help.
Another person might simply know someone who would benefit from learning about the charity’s work.
Mary’s Child is a Peterborough charity worth keeping on your radar.
Rather than guessing what it needs this week, why not ask?
Whether you have time, resources, contacts or simply want to find out more,
the best starting point is the charity itself.
Find out more about Mary’s Child:
A question for our readers: If you could offer one useful skill or connection to a local charity, what would it be? |
Rain does not have to mean cancelling your plans in Peterborough.
These 5 great local spots offer a perfect solution to those rainy day blues.
From an inflatable activity centre a complete venue for indoor entertainment in Queensgate, a unique cinema to catch those classic movies you missed years ago.(you'll findno multi screens here).
Plus an out of town bowling venue for a fun meet up with friends and family. Check it out ... Read More... |
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Peterborough £20 Challenge |
You’ve got £20 and a free afternoon in Peterborough.
How would you spend it?
A café and a wander? A second-hand bookshop? Something to entertain the children? Or could you manage a whole afternoon without spending anything?
Tell us your best £20 Peterborough plan using the button below
We’ll look at sharing some reader favourites in a future edition. |
Your dog knows how to sit. They come when called in the kitchen. They might even wait patiently while you put their lead on. Then you step outside. Another dog appears. A cyclist passes. Read More... |
Property auctions can move quickly, but the homework should happen before bidding day.
This Peterborough-focused guide explains the checks buyers and sellers need to make, from legal packs and title plans to surveys, local searches, leasehold costs and auction fees. Read More... |
Peterborough landlords face new rental property registration requirements from January 2027.
Find out the deadline, £65 annual fee, documents needed and what letting agents can do. Read More... |
Before supermarkets, takeaways and meal deals, people around Peterborough were already cooking, preserving and eating surprisingly varied food.
The Must Farm settlement near Whittlesey has given archaeologists an extraordinary glimpse into everyday life during the Bronze Age including clues about what people ate and how they prepared food. |
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A Peterborough-focused guide to the grocery habits that can make the biggest difference each month, from choosing your main supermarket to avoiding costly top-up trips and using food before it is wasted.
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The phone keeps ringing. The diary’s packed. Customers are coming through the door.
So why does the bank balance still look miserable?
Cambridgeshire Business Pulse looks at the difference between sales, profit and cash flow, and the hidden costs that can turn a busy business into a financial headache. |
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Before You Go… What Should We Be Looking Into? |
Is there something happening in Peterborough that deserves a closer look?
A council decision nobody seems to be explaining? A local business doing something extraordinary? A change affecting your neighbourhood? Or a story you think the rest of the city should hear?
Tell us what we've missed.
We want Peterborough Spotlight to ask better questions, uncover useful answers and give local stories the attention they deserve.
And if there's someone you know who'd enjoy this edition, please forward it.
Thanks for reading. We'll see you next time!
The Peterborough Spotlight Team |
Peterborough Spotlight |
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