About Peterborough - Proud of its heritage this modern-day city hides a wealth of history just waiting to be uncovered. Visit Flag Fen Bronze Age Centre where archaeologists found the oldest wheel in Britain. Then fast forward a few centuries to discover the "new" 12th century cathedral with the largest surviving example of a painted wooden ceiling from the Middle Ages.
Shopping - Peterborough has a diverse range of independent clothes boutiques and specialist shops and also has a range of traditional family-run businesses which provide good quality and value, with excellent personal service.
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There are three shopping centres; Queengate, Serpentine and Rivergate offering all the big brands. No shopping experience is complete without calling into the market. Peterborough has a thriving covered market with more than 150 stores to choose from.
Things to do - You should visit Peterborough Cathedral. The Norman building is famous for its stunning west front and its painted nave ceiling that contains the tomb of Katharine of Aragon, the first wife of Henry VIII. Flag Fen is the most important Bronze Age archaeological site in Europe and includes a modern visitor centre and museum.
For days out with children see: www.kidsdaysout.co.uk/
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