Events

LAST CHANCE FOR ICE SHOW TICKETS!

Don't miss out - time's running out to grab the last few tickets for the fabulous Holiday On Ice show Tropicana at the East of England EXEC centre. TROPICANA – The Passion Tour began its UK premiere in Brighton and will be returning to the Exec Peterborough, East of England Showground February 2-5. The show's attracted national media ... Full story

REACH NEW HEIGHTS FOR CHARITY

Plucky Cambridgeshire fundraisers will be able to reach new heights and enjoy stunning views across Peterborough City centre by taking part in a charity abseil. East Anglia’s Children’s Hospices (EACH) is hosting a charity abseil event- where participants will descend 70ft down the Park Inn hotel in Wentworth Street. This is a unique event, as it is the ... Full story

FOLLOW THE BEAR

January might not have much going for it other than the sales but the annual Straw Bear festival in Whittlesey this weekend will definitely provide a little light relief. Follow the straw ‘bear’ around the town centre as he drops into several pubs (now you’re talking!) for a tipple followed by various folk dance troupes. Now we’re not ... Full story

WEDDING FAYRE @ THE BULL

If you’re planning your big day and need some big ideas for what to opt for to make it just perfect, head to the Bull Hotel’s fabulous wedding fayre on February 5 on Westgate in Peterborough. As well as the Bull Hotel being the perfect venue itself for your special occasion there’ll be plenty of inspiration for ... Full story

ESP DANCERS HELP LAUNCH YEAR OF EVENTS

An estimated 4,000 people celebrated the arrival of 2012 in style and the New Year's Eve celebrations in Cathedral Square are being hailed a big success, paving the way for more exciting times ahead this year. The ESP Dance Crew entertained the crowds at the event hosted by BBC Radio Cambridgeshire and sponsored by The Clock Restaurant. The ... Full story

STARGAZING @ FLAG FEN

Has Professor Brian Cox got you all hot under the collar about what mysteries the night sky holds? Do you want to know more about space and its stars? Head to Flag Fen this month to discover the universe of incredible wonders above your head! In partnership with BBC Stargazing LIVE, Flag Fen will host special astronomy ... Full story

ESP DANCE CREW PARTY ON FOR NY EVE

  Following last year’s success, preparations are gathering pace for the New Year’s Eve Party on Cathedral Square and the ESP Dance Crew will be joning in the party. Residents and families are being urged to wrap up warm and come and enjoy the free entertainment as Peterborough counts down to 2012 with a burst of fireworks at ... Full story

PARTY ON FOR WILLOW FESTIVAL

If you’re as excited as we are about the return of the Willow Festival join the organisers at a fantastic Christmas party to help raise funds for the project on Friday December 9. It’ll be the ideal festive night out for fans of live music with local heroes The Nuggets entertaining the party goers with their own ... Full story

DON’T MISS STYLISH CRAFTS EVENT

If you’re looking for a unique gift or just to treat yourself, don't miss the Merge Contemporary Craft Fair in Oundle this weekend! ESP is offering readers a special two for one deal – just print out the voucher available on the home page of the ESP website under 'reader offers'. Merge Contemporary Craft Fair will be showcasing ... Full story

CHOIR CREATE CHRISTMAS MAGIC

Get in the festive spirit and grab the last few tickets to the concert of the season... Peterborough Male Voice Choir have had a fantastic year with the success of their Sing For Heroes and Sing For Life concerts and are rounding off 2011 in style with a concert for Christmas. They’re joined by the Peterborough Youth Choir ... Full story