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Secret Peterborough

Explore fascinating stories from Peterborough.

Radio Cambridgeshire,4 episodes

Episodes

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Hovertrain: A futuristic failure in the Fens
Peterborough is the final resting place for a bold and revolutionary transport project.
02 Jul 2025,12 mins
The ‘awe-inspiring’ Abbey that dominated the Fens
Thorney Abbey was once one of the most important Christian sites in the Fens.
14 Apr 2025,8 mins
The wonderful world of Walter
Exploring the life and times of Peterborough’s own daredevil, Walter Cornelius.
07 Feb 2025,6 mins
When polar bears roared in Thorney
Exploring the village that was once home to exotic animals cared for by circus performers.
30 Jan 2025,7 mins