Last chance to see giant dinosaur at Peterborough Cathedral - as more than 17,000 people have gazed in awe at the Titanosaur

More than 17,000 visitors have already stepped through Peterborough Cathedral’s grand West Front to encounter one of the largest animals ever to walk the Earth.

With visitor numbers continuing to rise, organisers encourage early booking ahead of what is expected to be a busy half term period.

Beneath the soaring central tower of the Cathedral, the full-scale cast of Patagotitan mayorum, on loan from London’s Natural History Museum, has quietly transformed the space into one of wonder. At approximately 37 metres in length and 6 metres high, the titanosaur has inspired thousands of people already.

The last day to see the incredible exhibit in Peterborough is Sunday, May 31.

This is the first opportunity to see this internationally significant specimen in the UK outside London. Within the Cathedral, it forms a rare convergence of natural history, architecture, and creativity, where deep time and human craftsmanship are held within the same space. A spokesperson for the Cathedral said: “The effect is immediate and a reminder of just how vast and limitless both the natural world and human architectural ambition can be.”

The Very Reverend Chris Dalliston, Dean of Peterborough said: “Seeing this great creature in the context of the Cathedral is remarkable. It almost seems to have grown out of the building, while it is on display here, with its bone structure imitating the patterns and designs of the Norman architecture inviting us to reflect on our place in history and creation.”

Discovered in Argentina in 2010, Patagotitan mayorum remains one of the most important dinosaur finds of recent decades, helping scientists better understand how these immense animals lived and grew.

The cathedral spokesperson added: “For many visitors to date, alongside what we already know about dinosaurs, the experience is also the feeling of awe shared across generations when they encounter the titanosaur cast.”

Accompanying the installation, the Cathedral will offer Titano-Crafts, a dedicated craft area for family-friendly activities during the May half term, as well as a dinosaur trail featuring nine hidden dinosaurs throughout the building.

Tickets are available at https://peterborough-cathedral.org.uk/event/titanosaur/