Peterborough Magistrates’ Court Listings

About Peterborough Magistrates' Court

Peterborough Magistrates' Court is located at The Court House, Bridge Street, Peterborough, PE1 1ED — right in the heart of the city centre, close to the historic Queensgate shopping district and Cathedral Square. Serving Peterborough and the surrounding Cambridgeshire region, this court handles a significant volume of criminal, civil, and family proceedings each week. Whether you are a legal professional, a defendant, a witness, or a member of the public, this page provides up-to-date access to the daily magistrates' court listings for Peterborough.

What Cases Are Heard at Peterborough Magistrates' Court?

Peterborough Magistrates' Court handles the full range of summary and either-way offences under the jurisdiction of magistrates in England and Wales. Cases regularly heard here include:

• Road traffic offences, including drink-driving, speeding, and driving without insurance
• Assault, public order offences, and anti-social behaviour
• Drug possession and supply charges
• Theft, shoplifting, and fraud
• Domestic abuse and restraining order applications
• Single Justice Procedure (SJP) cases — TV licence and minor road traffic matters decided on paper
• Preliminary hearings for more serious indictable offences before committal to Northampton Crown Court or other Crown Courts
• Bail applications and remand hearings

Peterborough Magistrates' Court also handles social security and child support tribunal sittings. Appeals relating to HMCTS benefit decisions are directed to HMCTS Benefit Appeals, PO Box 12626, Harlow, CM20 9QF.

Court Listings: How to Access Peterborough Magistrates' Court Daily Lists

The Peterborough Magistrates' Court daily listings are published each working day and show scheduled hearings for the following day. Lists are typically made available at the end of the business day, with Monday's lists (and Saturday sittings where applicable) published on the preceding Friday. Each listing includes the defendant's full name, the prosecuting authority, the courtroom number, the listed time, and the case reference number.

Cases involving youths (under 18) are not published in open court lists to protect their identity. Similarly, overnight custody cases may not appear in advance listings. If you need information about a youth case or a remand matter, you should contact the court directly using the enquiry details below.

Who Is in Peterborough Magistrates' Court Today?

If you are searching for information about cases listed for today at Peterborough Magistrates' Court, the daily court list above is updated regularly. For specific same-day queries, you can also contact the court directly by telephone or email — see the contact information in the section below. Members of the public can attend most magistrates' court hearings, as proceedings are open to the public unless a special order has been made by the bench.

Opening Times and Contact Details

Peterborough Magistrates' Court is open Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm. The court is closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and bank holidays.

Contact Information

• Address: The Court House, Bridge Street, Peterborough, PE1 1ED
• General Enquiries (not SJP): 03308 084 407 | [email protected]
• Cases heard today only: 0330 808 4407 | [email protected]
• Single Justice Procedure (SJP) cases: 0300 303 0656 | [email protected]
• Social Security & Child Support: 0300 123 1142 | [email protected]
• National Payment Line (24hr): 0300 790 9901
• Witness Service: 0300 332 1000

Getting to Peterborough Magistrates' Court

Peterborough Magistrates' Court sits on Bridge Street, a short walk from the city centre. The court is conveniently accessible by various modes of transport:

• By Train: Peterborough Railway Station is approximately a 15-minute walk from the court. Peterborough is well connected on the East Coast Main Line, with direct trains from London King's Cross (approximately 50 minutes), Ely, Cambridge, and Grantham.
• By Bus: The Peterborough bus station is around a 5-minute walk from the court. Bus routes 1, 3, 4, 5, 33, and 37 serve stops near the court building on Bridge Street.
• By Car: Peterborough city centre is accessible via the A1(M), A47, and A15. Several NCP and short-stay car parks are available within walking distance, including Queensgate multi-storey.
• On Foot: The court is centrally located and easily reached on foot from the city centre, Queensgate shopping centre, and the Cathedral Quarter.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the address of Peterborough Magistrates' Court?

The court is located at The Court House, Bridge Street, Peterborough, PE1 1ED.

What time does Peterborough Magistrates' Court open?

The court opens Monday to Friday at 9:00am and closes at 5:00pm. It is closed on weekends and bank holidays.

How do I find out who is in Peterborough Magistrates' Court today?

You can check the daily listings published on this page. For urgent same-day queries, call 0330 808 4407 or email [email protected].

Can the public attend hearings at Peterborough Magistrates' Court?

Yes. Most magistrates' court hearings are open to the public. However, some cases — particularly those involving minors or sensitive matters — may be heard in closed sessions.

What happens to serious cases heard at Peterborough Magistrates' Court?

Serious indictable offences — such as murder, rape, or robbery — are heard initially at the magistrates' court for a preliminary hearing, then committed to the Crown Court. The nearest Crown Court to Peterborough is Huntingdon Magistrates' Court area, with Crown Court matters typically sent to Peterborough Crown Court or Cambridge Crown Court.

How do I contact the court about a Single Justice Procedure case?

For SJP matters (such as TV licence or minor road traffic offences), call 0300 303 0656 or email [email protected].