We hold collections of original records and manuscripts
relating to the history of Peterborough. From here, you will be able to search
our entire catalogue to see if we have documents that interest you.
Our searchable online database currently contains over 25,000
catalogue entries, including:
the administrative records of Peterborough City Council and its predecessors;
papers documenting the work of the Peterborough Development Corporation;
original manuscripts penned by Helpston poet John Clare.
Our holdings help tell the story of the lives of local
individuals, governing bodies, businesses, societies, associations and groups
from the 13th century to the present day.