What's in a Name? Tour

Why are so many streets in Peterborough called gates?

Cumbergate, Cobden Street, Wheelyard where did they get their names?

Why is Peterborough even called Peterborough?

Our guide will take you through city streets, exploring the origins of the names and giving a fascinating insight into the history of Peterborough through our streets and their changing uses over the centuries.

You'll also discover the story of those streets that no longer exist, and the people and trades that have given their names to the city today.

 

Tour dates for 2010

Sunday 16 May at 2pm

Sunday 8 August at 2pm

Sunday 12 September at 2pm

Sunday 12 December at 2pm

Ticket prices and how to book

As with all our tours, this walk is available for group bookings (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.