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What's in a Name? Tour

Why are so many streets in Peterborough called gates?

what's in a name tourCumbergate, 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 2011

Sunday 17 April at 2pm

Sunday 5 June at 2pm

Sunday 14 August at 2pm

Sunday 9 October at 2pm

Sunday 4 December at 2pm

Ticket prices and how to book

As with all our tours, this walk is available for group bookings (subject to availability).


Vivacity 

Many of Peterborough’s most popular cultural and sporting facilities are part of Vivacity, an independent, not-for-profit organisation with charitable status.

Find out more about the trust on the Vivacity website.