Car hire Peterborough

The city of Peterborough boasts a number of historic attractions as well as great nightlife and shopping venues. The city straddles the River Nene and is in a central position for travelling around the region. Fares for public transport are not cheap in this part of the country and self-drive vehicles are a more economical option. The cheapest deals can be located if you compare car hire online.

Transport

Peterborough railway station is a regional hub as it is a stop on the London to Edinburgh East Coast Main Line, and several cross-country routes also converge here. The city's majestic cathedral, the Guildhall and shops are within walking distance. Buses or taxis are the choices for reaching the suburbs and outlying villages, yet car hire in Peterborough provides much more freedom when exploring.

Car Hire Peterborough

A self-drive hire allows Peterborough visitors to see more than the cathedral. The city is in a prime spot for reaching the Fens, Cambridge and South Lincolnshire. Reputable suppliers offering rental vehicles in the city include Avis, Enterprise and Thrifty.

Driving

City centre locations are accessible on foot, but anywhere else is easier to get to by car. Outside weekday rush hours, roads in and around the city rarely get congested. A modern and well-signposted road system enables drivers to get around with the minimum of fuss.

Things To See and Do

The old market towns of Oundle and Stamford are both within a 20-mile radius when using car rental in Peterborough. Oundle features some interesting old churches and a 14th century pub, The Ship Inn. Beyond Oundle, the medieval Rockingham Castle is on the outskirts of Corby. Nearby Kettering is the home of Wicksteed Park, which is packed with amusements that will suit all age groups. Flag Fen is east of Peterborough and is a Bronze Age site with attached museum.

Best Time To Visit

Peterborough looks its best from late spring to around the end of August. The temperatures at this time average 20°C and, apart from the occasional summer storm, are conducive for a visit. Between November and early March, the thermometer hovers around the 2°C mark and there is often ice on the ground.