More than 17,000 people have visited Peterborough Cathedral to see a massive dinosaur exhibit as of 21 May 2026. The display features a full-scale cast of the Patagotitan mayorum, one of the largest dinosaurs ever known, and marks the first time this specific specimen has been shown in the United Kingdom outside of London.
The cast, which measures approximately 37 metres in length and 6 metres in height, is currently on loan from the Natural History Museum in London. The installation is displayed in the building’s central tower, an arrangement that the Dean of Peterborough, The Very Reverend Chris Dalliston, described as a remarkable blend of natural history and Norman architecture. The bones were originally discovered in Argentina in 2010 by a farm worker, with major scientific excavations taking place between 2012 and 2015.
The exhibition runs until 31 May 2026 and includes family-friendly attractions such as a Titano-Crafts area and a trail featuring nine hidden dinosaurs throughout the site. The project, sponsored by Titan Wealth, serves as a major fundraising effort for the site. All ticket proceeds are used to support the preservation of the historic building, as well as its ongoing music, education, and worship programmes.
According to the Cambridgeshire Chamber of Commerce, visitor numbers have continued to rise throughout the May half-term break. Due to the high level of interest, the cathedral is encouraging residents to book their tickets in advance for the remainder of the exhibition.
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