- In which pub could you go to watch
a cock fight?
- What was 'Fen Ale'?
- Which pub had a stuffed bear on display and
why?
Take a trip down memory lane with our costumed
guide and discover the answer to these questions as well as many
more of the fascinating stories behind many of Peterborough's
pubs.
Travel back to Victorian Peterborough and find
out about the hundred and more drinking establishments that covered
the city centre. Hear about some of the bizarre brews and beers,
such as 'Fen Ale' which used to be served in local pubs, and the
breweries which made them.
Learn more about some of the characters and
landlords who frequented and inhabited our hostelries.
Uncover some of the dark deeds, entertainments and other strange
tales connected with our local pubs.
A must for anyone who likes pubs or just a
simply a good evening's entertainment!
Tour dates for 2010
Tours on the first Thursday of every
month at 7.30pm
Thursday 6 May at 7.30pm
Thursday 3 June at 7.30pm
Thursday 1 July at 7.30pm
Thursday 5 August at 7.30pm
Thursday 2 September at 7.30pm
Thursday 7 October at 7.30pm
Thursday 4 November at 7.30pm
Thursday 2 December at 7.30pm
Ticket prices and how to
book
We can also organise private
bookings on a night of your choice (subject to
availability).
Many of Peterborough’s most popular cultural and sporting
facilities are now part of something new. Vivacity.
Find out more about the new
trust on the Vivacity website.