The royal couple attended the Maundy service at the cathedral.
It was the first time the city had received a visit from a reigning monarch.
To the delight of residents the Queen and Prince did a walkabout in Bridge Street.
The Queen was presented with flowers by Julie Swift, the daughter of Councillor Charles Swift.
The East Of England Show often welcomed Royal guests and in 1970 it welcomed Prince Philip who, judging by the picture, was on top form.
Do you have any pictures of Peterborough people and places from the 60s, 70s, 80s or 90s?
If so, and you’d like to share them with Looking Back readers, send them to: nigel.thornton@jpimedia.co.uk
3.
The Queen and Prince Philip on a visit to Peterborough in 1975... Do you have any memories of the visit? Photo: Midlands
4.
The then Princess Elizabeth being escorted round the Peterborough Show by Lord de Ramsey. We believe the picture was taken in 1951, do you know any more details?