Peterborough City Council will decide if the East of England Showground should be used for a 1,500 homes and leisure village development tomorrow.
But for years the Showground has been a venue for royal visits, pop star performances to monster vehicles and stunning sky shows, the East of England Showground on the edge of Peterborough has been a venue for many spectacular events that have enthralled thousands of people over the years.
As the site owner, the East of England Agricultural Society, and its land promoters AEPG prepare the 164 acre site for development, we take a step back in time with a look at some of the highlights.
Two outline planning applications have been submitted by AEPG to the council.
AEPG says Peterborough is massively under-served in terms of health, fitness, leisure and active lifestyle facilities and the leisure village will right the balance for future generations.
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Tour of Cambridgeshire cycle road race from the East of England Showground Photo: David Lowndes
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Antiques Fair at the Arena East of England showground Photo: David Lowndes
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Firework Fantasia at the Arena Showground. Little Mix tribute band on stage Photo: David Lowndes
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Antiques Fair at the Arena East of England showground. Peterborough dealer Flav Cipriano with a 2CV door Photo: David Lowndes