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Inns & Taverns of Peterborough Walk

Old pubIn 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!

 

Inns & Taverns of Peterborough Tour Dates in 2008:

Tours on the first Thursday of every month at 7.30pm:
Thursday 1 May at 7.30pm
Thursday 5 June at 7.30pm
Thursday 3 July at 7.30pm
Sunday 13 July at 2pm
Thursday 7 August at 7.30pm
Sunday 17 August at 2pm
Thursday 4 September at 7.30pm
Thursday 2 October at 7.30pm
Thursday 6 November at 7.30pm
Thursday 4 December at 7.30pm
 
As with all our tours, this walk is available for group bookings (subject to availability). Go to our group bookings page for more information.
Peterborough City Council. Town Hall, Bridge Street, Peterborough, PE1 1QT - (01733) 747474 - DX12310 Peterborough 1