It finally feels as though summer is on its way.
As the days are getting longer and the weather's getting warmer, it's becoming that little bit easier to venture out of the house.
But whether the sun is shining or the rain is pouring, there's plenty of family activities to do in Peterborough.
And whether you're a Peterborough local or want to travel somewhere new, there's something for everyone in the city.
We've compiled a list of the very best things to do in the city, which will be sure to keep you and your family busy.
1. Ferry Meadows
Everybody's favourite place in Peterborough to go out and enjoy the sunshine, Ferry Meadows is one of the best places to go and enjoy the great outdoors.
Whether you want to go for a cycle, go on the pedalos or take the dog out, it's somewhere the whole family can enjoy.
2. Big Sky or Activity World
Whichever your favourite, everyone who grew up in Peterborough has fond memories of these soft play centres.
They've always been the place to be for birthday parties as a child, so they're the perfect place to take your kids.
With both offering ball pits and various play equipment, whether you want to host a party or just take yours kids out for an hour or two, it's the place to go.
And at both centres, there's a cafe for the adults to have a sit down if it all gets a bit hectic.
Situated on Wainman Road, the cost to enter Big Sky varies depending on the age of your child and the day that you take them. More information can be found here.
To get into Activity World on Padholme Road, the prices also vary depending on age and peak or off-peak. For more information, click here.
3. Go for a swim
If your kids love to swim, then the Regional pool is a great place to go.
Whether it's to go for a lesson, use the diving boards or just have a paddle about, the Regional on Bishop's Road has you covered.
If you fancy a little more fun, the Jack Hunt swimming pool on Ledbury Road offers an inflatable course every school holiday.
For more information on the Regional and Jack Hunt swimming pool time tables and costs, click here.
And it's not long until Peterborough's outdoor swimming pool will be open.
The Lido in Peterborough city centre makes for a perfect afternoon in the sun and opens for the year on May 25.
For further details on when the Lido will open, visit the Vivacity website here.
4. Get to know the history of the city
Help your children learn something new about the past by taking them to the Peterborough Museum on Priestgate.
Appropriately located in one of the city's most historic buildings, the museum has something for the whole family.
For more information, visit the website here.
5. Burghley House
Just outside of Peterborough, Burghley House is a short drive away.
The 16th century country house in Stamford is a great place for an afternoon stroll.
There's also a range of events and markets on throughout the year, and of course the famous Burghley Horse Trials.
For more information, click here.
6. Bounce trampoline park
Remember all the excitement when Peterborough finally got a trampoline park? Well there's no better place to take your kids for them to use up some of their never ending energy.
Prices depend on age and when you go. For more information on costs and opening times, click here.
7. Planet Ice
And if you want to make a day of it, the trampoline park is just round the corner from Peterborough ice rink.
At Planet Ice, you can take lessons or just skate freely.
For more information, visit the website here.
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8. Hills and Holes
A free day out to take the kids and the dog for a runaround, Hills and Holes is just outside of Peterborough.
The name really does say it all - with rolling hills and scenic views, the nature reserve in Barnack is a great place to spend a relaxing sunday.
9. New Ark Adventure playground
With a traditional adventure playground, an eco-garden and a city farm, the New Ark Adventure playground is a fantastic place to let your children play and explore.
An independent charity, it aims to get children in the great outdoors.
It's suitable for kids of all ages, from babies and toddlers (0-3), young children (4-8) and older children (9-12).
For more information about what's available, and how much it costs, visit the website here.
10. Nene Valley Railway
While the Flying Scotsman has recently steamed through Cambridgeshire, it's set to return to the Nene Valley Railway in September.
But that's not all it has to offer, as there are a range of events throughout the year.
It's also home to everybody's favourite train: Thomas the Tank Engine.
For more information, visit the Nene Valley Railway website.
11. Sacrewell Farm
Sacrewell Farm is a great place to take your kids to see a range of farmyard animals.
It also focuses on teaching children about the countryside, with a range of workshops available.
The farm is open every day from 9.30am - 5pm and children under the age of two get in for free.
If you want to make a weekend of it, there's also camping spaces available.
For more information on ticket prices, click here.
