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The rink opened at the weekend

Peterborough gets its skates on as open air ice rink opens for Christmas

Jason Coe

Sex offender breached court order by attending child's party in Peterborough

The former Dog In A Doublet pub, North Bank, Whittlesey

Peterborough's disappearing pubs

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Cush are headlining Ostrich Rocks this Sunday

Who to see and when at "Ostrich Rocks" Festival this weekend

Christmas season in Queensgate in the 1980s

Stepping back into Christmases past with a trip to the shops

Bellway Eastern Counties Elder Brook development

First residents move into new homes at development near Peterborough

An under-18s night at Faith nightclub in Geneva Street, Peterborough, in 2006

2006 - and 'nappy night' at Faith nightclub in Peterborough

Landal Kenwick Woods is set in abundant greenery as far as the eye can see.

Kenwick Woods: A hot tub break with countryside and coastline on the doorstep

Homes and Gardens

The house is described as having "elegant, bespoke fittings and décor"

Take a tour of beautiful luxury home priced £1,195,000
“A beautiful and spacious, detached, family home”

A computer-generated image of a street scene at Bovis Homes’ Cromwell Abbey location in Ramsey

New initiative offers shared ownership homes in Ramsey

Street Scene Plots 26-30 - CGI of Allison Homes' Abbey Park development

New homes now selling at Peterborough development

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The land adjoining Knarr Farm in Thorney.

New 'Eco-friendly' homes plan in village refused

Property offers two reception rooms, three bedrooms one with en suite

Look inside three bed end-townhouse with no onward chain

Pets

Classical Reflection with a guide dog puppy.

Twin sopranos serenade guide dogs at Peterborough Cathedral concert

Identical twin soprano singers, Naomi and Hannah Moxon, known as Classical Reflection, serenaded some special four-legged guests at their concert in Peterborough Cathedral this weekend.Eleanor Stephens

Bailey.

Emergency surgery helps dog eat properly again

The field at Lodge Farm in Thorney.

New dog park coming to Peterborough

Decision due after 'Dogs on leads' trial at Ferry Meadows

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Charity appeals to help young cat walk again

Urgent appeal launched to raise almost £2000 to help young cat walk again

The RSPCA is this year backing Guinea Pig Awareness Week, as it deals with a big spike in the tiny critters coming through its doors (RSPCA/Supplied)

RSPCA centres jam-packed with 'cruelly abandoned' guinea pigs

Cocker spaniels have been named the most expensive pet to own in 2023

How much it costs to be a pet parent in 2023

The Bellflower in Preston, Lancashire, won the accolade of the official best pub for dogs in the UK

Stick library and A La Barke Menu: Inside the UK’s best pub for dogs

Food and Drink

Hotels.com is offering up to £100 for 100 guests to spend on their unusual room service requests

These are the top 10 wacky room service orders - including diet water
Some of the weirdest room service demands include 'diet water', melted ice cream - and rice bowls for dogs.

These are the UK’s top 10 unexpected food and drink pairings

Aldi has cut the price of one of its top selling drinks ahead of the May bank holiday

Aldi slashes price of prosecco to under £5 for bank holiday

Lucozade hint return of two past favoured flavours on TikTok

Lucozade hint return of two past favoured flavours

Pepsi’s new recipe contains 57% less sugar than previous versions.

Pepsi makes major recipe change to their classic drink

Staycation

This enchanting country house hotel offers a warm welcome and traditional hospitality.

Reconnect on a romantic spa break or friends’ reunion in the Cotswolds

Bike & Boot: Explore the countryside with stay in Peak District hotel

The AmaViola

The big differences between river and ocean cruising

Retro

The Christmas lights switch on in the City Centre

Christmas Lights: Revellers packed into square for 2022 festive spectacular
This year’s light switch on takes place tonight

1980 - "Metal Mickey" - Steve - in Long Causeway

Photos separated by 36 years

Joe Wright with Sparkle the barn owl in 2020 - and the original photo of Joe in 1984 with Rocky

Looking Back: ‘It was lovely to have an owl on my shoulder again’

The Wirrina in Peterborough - a popular Peterborough venue for dance events in days gone by

Peterborough places known for a good night out in the 70s & 80s

Former Peterborough United manager Noel Cantwell (1932-2005) pictured on right with forward John Cozens at London Road on 2nd December 1973.

The very different look of Posh back in the 1960's and 70's

Family

From school runs to late lifts home try this new family-friendly taxi service. Picture – supplied.

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Cars and Motoring

The new Volvo EX30 has been named the Sun's 'Car of the Year'

A shining star! Local car retailer’s latest addition named The Sun’s Car of the ...

The Dacia Spring will go on sale in the UK in mid-2024

Dacia confirms Europe’s cheapest electric car is coming to the UK

The UK's best and worst service stations for EV owners have been named (Image: Adobe Stock/Gridserve)

The UK's best and worst motorway service stations for electric cars

The car was stolen from outside a hotel in Yorkshire (Photo: Wheeler Dealers)

Wheeler Dealers classic Fiesta stolen ahead of star appearance

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Peterborough Embankment will welcome the Ibiza Orchestra Experience and the Sausage and Cider Festival in June 2024

Two huge events lined up for Peterborough Embankment in 2024

Cutting the ribbon to Barnardo’s new extension

Barnardo's open bright new extension

See Cosmic Rodney this weekend

What's on: The pick of the gigs in Peterborough this week

Luxmuralis 2023 at Peterborough Cathedral. Alistair Scriven (9 months)

First look at sound and light extravaganza inside Peterborough Cathedral

The Pizza Parlour in Cowgate.

Final ruling on restaurant canopy row

Give the gift of golf from Peterborough’s AF Golf Store. Picture – supplied

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Bijou cocktail bar and restaurant in Bridge Street, Peterborough

City centre bar with £140,000 price tag

A range of activities are on offer

Christmas activities on offer for Peterborough families during school holidays

Laurel’s On The Roof has a great atmosphere (photo: Niall Clutton)

Travel: Embracing the best of London’s gritty East End

PCR FM host Kev Lawrence cuts the ribbon with Dave Poulton and Kez Hayes Palmer from UTGB.

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Father Christmas and Kev Lawrence switch on the Christmas lights at Queensgate.

Santa on hand to switch on Queensgate's Christmas lights in Queensgate

The Christmas Tree in Cathedral Square

Christmas tree arrives in Cathedral Square ahead of big lights switch on

The big switch on takes place on Friday, November 24

Former Eastenders star to switch on Cathedral Square Christmas lights

A number of festive films, including Home Alone and White Christmas will be shown at the Showcase

Christmas films including Elf return to the big screen at Peterborough cinema

Gill and Trevor Atkinson from Gilly's Emporium

Mayor opens Cathedral's Christmas Market as festive season officially begins

Some ideas of where to go if you are planning to go out for a meal over the festive period

Where to eat from a festive menu in Peterborough

Wisbech Christmas Fayre

Enjoy festive cheer at Fenland Christmas events

UNITY will showcase 50 creatives in time for Christmas at the former Paperchase site.

Up The Garden Bath to open permanent store this weekend