The Bridge Fair, which hosts a variety of rides and amusements, including the UK’s tallest The XXL giant observation wheel (standing at over 47m) will be open on the Embankment until Sunday October 8.
Both Saturdays of its run (September 30 and October 7) will feature giant fireworks displays, while Thursdays will be cheap night will all rides costing just £1.50.
The fair was opened on Thursday night by Mayor Nick Sandford and Mayoress Bella Saltmarsh. The mayor cut the ribbon on the event and then preceded to have a go on the bumper cars.
. Peterborough Bridge Fair
The UK's tallest ride. The 47m Giant Observation Wheel. Photo: David Lowndes
. Peterborough Bridge Fair
Mayor of Peterborough Nick Sandford opens the Bridge Fair at the Embankment and takes the wheel of one of the dodgems. Photo: David Lowndes
. Peterborough Bridge Fair
Mayor of Peterborough Nick Sandford cuts the ribbon to open the Bridge Fair at the Embankment with owners John and Harry Scarrott. Photo: David Lowndes
2. Peterborough Bridge Fair
The UK's tallest ride. The 47m Giant Observation Wheel. Photo: David Lowndes
4. Peterborough Bridge Fair
Mayor of Peterborough Nick Sandford opens the Bridge Fair at the Embankment and takes the wheel of one of the dodgems. Photo: David Lowndes