NEW LOOK VISITOR CENTRE SHOP OPENS IN FERRY MEADOWS!

The newly refurbished Visitor Centre, Gift & Farm Shop in Ferry Meadows will open its doors again with its brand new look from 9am on Saturday April 2.

The refurbishment of the Visitor Centre is part of Nene Park Trust’s ambitious redevelopment plans for this area of the Park, which also includes the refurbishment of the Ferry Meadows Café and the toilet facilities, creating a completely refreshed visitor hub for Ferry Meadows.

The previously named Lakeside Farm Shop has also been relocated inside the extended premises so now shoppers will be able to pick up delicious and locally sourced produce alongside gifts, garden and homeware items.

Nene Park Trust have been working closely with rural retail industry leaders Appetite Me to update the farm shop produce ranges available within the centre, sourcing the very best food and drink items whilst continuing to support local and regional suppliers.

Among many other produce, you'll find freshly baked bread from King’s Cliffe Bakery, fresh meat and pies from The Peterborough Game Company and chilli sauces and scorching seasonings from Badgers Artisan Foods.

Also stocked are oriental sauces and noodles from Yau’s Foods, award winning natural fruit ciders handcrafted in Cambridgeshire by Cranes Drinks, and handmade fudge from ethical supplier Fudged Up in Grantham. The product range will change with the seasons, introducing locally grown fresh fruit and vegetables alongside a selection of premium quality fresh lamb, born and reared on the Nene Park Rural Estate.

Visitors will have the opportunity to try before they buy with regular tasting days running throughout the year. Pop in to try tasters from new suppliers such as Savoursmiths Crisps, Ferneleys Ice Cream, Papworth Brewery and Jenny’s Jams – all attending on dates during April.

In addition to the Farm Shop, visitors will find a delightful and unique range of gifts, garden and homeware items in store. New suppliers have been introduced alongside old favourites, with exciting additions including den kits from The Den Kit Co, natural and vegan soaps and bath salts from Isle Soap Co, and eco-friendly greeting cards designed by pointillist artist Fay Martin.

All the proceeds made from purchases will be reinvested back into Nene Park, helping to maintain and nurture its much loved green spaces for all the community to enjoy.

Open 7 days a week, with newly extended opening hours from 9am to 6pm, the Visitor Centre, Gift & Farm Shop will continue to provide useful information on the Park and things to do in the local area, as well as operating a mobility scooter loan service and stocking the ever-popular duck food!