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About East Of England Showground
The East of England Arena and Events Centre, formerly known as the East of England Showground, sits in Alwalton, Peterborough (PE2 6XE). This rebranded venue hosts a wide range of events—from truck shows to motorsport and antiques fairs—and offers substantial on-site facilities, flexible spaces, and practical access for visitors from across the region. Whether you’re attending a large arena event or an intimate meeting in one of the suites, you’ll find straightforward, no-fuss ticketing and clear information to help you plan your visit.
We’ve gathered key details to help you secure your seats, plan transport, and book convenient hotel stays nearby. Think of us as your friendly connection who can make tickets simple and reliable.
Venue details below cover seating configurations, parking capacity, transit options, and nearby hotel and dining recommendations with affiliate partner options for easy booking. If you’re planning on a multi-day event, treat each date as standalone and check for the latest schedule. For venue updates, note that major redevelopment work has taken place in recent years, with changes to outdoor spaces and facility licensing.
Nearby area highlights include quick-access hotels adjacent to the Showground and trusted dining options within easy reach by car or bus. For event-specific planning, verify current parking rules and available on-site spaces on the day of your visit.
Good to know
Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Location and name: the site is the East of England Showground in Alwalton, Peterborough (PE2 6XE); it has been rebranded as the East of England Arena and Events Centre and is owned via EEAS/AEPG arrangements. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/East_of_England_Showground?utm_source=openai))
- Capacity: The Arena has a 5,000-person capacity; other spaces include The Atrium (900), Cambridge Suite (550), Peterborough Suite (400), and Grandstand (2,100). ([conferences-uk.org.uk](https://www.conferences-uk.org.uk/venue/east-of-england-arena-and-events-centre))
- Parking: On-site parking available, with around 22,000 spaces. ([conferences-uk.org.uk](https://www.conferences-uk.org.uk/venue/east-of-england-arena-and-events-centre))
- Transit: Nearest station is Peterborough; nearest airport is Stansted; the venue is accessible from major roads (A1, A605) and by bus in the area. ([conferences-uk.org.uk](https://www.conferences-uk.org.uk/venue/east-of-england-arena-and-events-centre))
- Nearby hotels: Holiday Inn Express Peterborough (adjacent to the Showground) and Premier Inn Peterborough Ferry Meadows are common choices for event-goers. ([concerthotels.com](https://www.concerthotels.com/hotel/holiday-inn-express-peterborough-by-ihg/400769?utm_source=openai))
- Notable events hosted: Truckfest, MCN Motorcycles/Motorhomes, Plantworx, Antiques fairs; Cambridge Rock Festival has relocated to the East of England Arena; historically, Peterborough Panthers speedway events were held on the site (grandstand since demolished). ([aepguk.com](https://www.aepguk.com/peterborough-east-of-england-showground-development/?utm_source=openai))
- Renaming and redevelopment: the site is officially the East of England Arena and Events Centre (formerly East of England Showground); major redevelopment plans have included demolition of the grandstand/speedway track and relocation of some outdoor shows; the showground surrendered its events licence in 2025. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/East_of_England_Showground?utm_source=openai))