Ferry Meadows CC Site, Ham Lane, Peterborough, PE2 0UU, Tel. 01733233526

www.caravanclub.co.uk

To find site:- Leave A1 onto either the A47 or A605 towards the centre of Peterborough and follow brown signs for the 'Nene Park' the campsite is situated just before the car parks.

This was one the first sites we ever stayed at when we started caravanning more than 25 years ago. We have visited this site quite a few times over those years and seen many changes. In total there are 252 pitches which are split between two sections either side of the Nene Park access road. The main reception is in the West site which consists of virtually all hard-standings pitches and it is this part of the site which is open all year. The East site, just across the road, has all grass pitches and a tent area. Both parts have their own toilet blocks which are up to the usual CC high standards. (during our latest visit, November 2007, the toilet block in the East site was being refurbished and extended) There are play areas in each section. Each electric bollard also have a TV hook up point. A recent introduction to this campsite is a WiFi facility. The pitches in the vicinity of reception give the best signal. I found the service a bit disappointing because as I could not receive it in the van so had to sit in the car with the door open, and I was only 50 feet from the aerial! The minimum cost of this service is £6 for one hour although there are better value offers for longer stays. This site tends to be very busy, particularly at weekends so its an idea to book, non members are accepted.

It certainly makes an ideal site for a weekend or even longer. It is situated in the Nene Valley Park which is in the outer suburbs of Peterborough within easy access from the A1. The Park provides wonderful opportunities for walks and cycle rides. If you want to visit the city centre the best way is to catch a steam train into the centre of Peterborough if it is in operation during your stay. The Nene Valley Railway runs along one side of the site and the station is a few minutes walk from the site. Also within easy walking distance is a Notcutts Garden Centre, a Beefeater Pub and a golf course. The site information hut gives details of the local supermarkets and directions. Click on thumbnails below for a larger image.

The East site was closed during our stay so the photos below are added just to give an overall impression.