Ely Shotokan Karate Club – Welcoming New Members

Ely Shotokan Karate Club is a welcoming and family-oriented martial arts club based in Witchford, Cambridgeshire. Known for its friendly atmosphere and structured training, the club offers an excellent opportunity for individuals of all ages to learn the traditional Japanese martial art of Shotokan Karate. Ely Shotokan Karate Club teaches Shotokan Karate, a disciplined and …

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East Cambridgeshire District Council – Annual council Announced

Fordham and Isleham district councillor Kelli Pettitt has been elected as the new Chair of East Cambridgeshire District Council. This is a civic role to uphold and promote the purposes of the Constitution and preside over meetings of the council so that its business can be carried out efficiently and with regard to the rights …

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A breath taking textile art exhibition created with 25million stitches.

A textile exhibition, depicting stories of the Bible, which has taken 10 years to stitch, is on display at Ely Cathedral.‘Threads through the Bible’ is an astonishing and visually inspiring exhibition of textile art and possibly the largest ever of its kind created by a single person. This spectacular trilogy of tapestries, known as the …

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Soham Young Farmers – “British Farming” themed Sculpture!

Soham young farmers have been busy again! This years bale sculpture can be seen on the A10 between Stretham and Little Thetford. The theme for this year is “British farming” which is also a class for the Cambridgeshire county show and young farmers rally. Five local clubs will be participating in this years show which …

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Ofsted inspectors find Ely College continues to go from strength to strength

Already recognised as “Good” with “Outstanding” features, Ofsted has praised Ely College for continuing to make significant progress since its last inspection. “Highly skilled” teachers, pupils with “exemplary” behaviour, and an “ambitious and challenging curriculum” which ensures that “pupils achieve exceptionally well” are just some of Ofsted’s recent findings, as Ely College builds on its …

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Ely Nursery Swaps Storytime for Summits to Support Children’s Hospice

Ely Nursery Swaps Storytime for Summits to Support Children’s Hospice While most early years educators are busy managing sandpits, snack time and storybooks, a team from Cathedral View Childcare in Ely is preparing for a very different kind of challenge: climbing three of Wales’ highest peaks in just 24 hours. The team will be taking …

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Carnegie Medal Winner Tia Fisher Inspires Year 9 Students at Ely College

Ely College was honoured to welcome Tia Fisher, acclaimed author and winner of the YotoCarnegie Shadowers’ Choice medal for 2024, for a special visit with Year 9 students.The event, organised by Librarian Anne Shaw, was a highlight of the spring term and formed part ofthe College’s wider efforts to promote reading and creative writing across …

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ELY CITY WI NAMED CHAMPIONS AT EAST ANGLIA CLEAN & GREEN AWARDS

Ely City Women’s Institute (WI has been crowned winners in the CommunityChampion category at the inaugural East Anglia Clean & Green Awards ,recognizing their outstanding dedication to sustainability and environmentalconservation.The awards celebrate individuals, businesses, and organizations that actively promotegreener lifestyles and sustainable initiatives throughout the region.The judges were particularly impressed by the unwavering commitment and …

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East Cambridgeshire District Council (ECDC)

Get ready for the Mayoral election on 1 May

Residents across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough are being encouraged to get ready to vote in the mayoral election due to take place on Thursday 1 May. The mayor leads the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority which brings together the local authorities across the county. They are responsible for delivering economic prosperity across the region, particularly in …

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Select the performers, shape the show!

Public invited to choose the acts they would like to see perform at the much-loved Cambridgeshire arts programme A new season of The Library Presents is currently filling Cambridgeshire libraries with music, theatre, dance, and creative workshops this spring – now it’s your opportunity to help shape the future by choosing the performers you want …

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Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Combined Authority (CPCA)

Soham Lodge Care Centre cuts energy costs by £30k per year thanks to Combined Authority funding

Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority Climate Change funding has enabled Soham Lodge Care Centre to upgrade their facilities to improve operational efficiency and reduce costs by an impressive £30k per year. This has had a positive impact on the living and working conditions for residents and staff.   In May 2024, the care home applied for a …

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Ely Tigers - Lee Thompson looking for a way pass

Ely Tigers Lose by a Single Point in Home Finale Against Saffron Walden

Ely Tigers wrapped up their home season on Saturday with a dramatic and frustrating one-point loss to Saffron Walden, who edged it 27-26 with the final kick of the match. The opening 15 minutes saw both sides locked in a tight battle with neither gaining the upper hand. That changed in the 22nd minute when …

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Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Combined Authority (CPCA)

Free all-day travel for concessionary bus pass holders to go live

All-day free travel for concessionary bus pass holders in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough will take effect from April 1 2025 thanks to Combined Authority funding.  At present, free travel for concessionary bus pass holders is only allowed during off-peak hours, beginning at 9.30am on weekdays.   From April 1, they will be able to use their passes …

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Ely Pride 2025 Celebrates at New Venue with Star-Studded Lineup

Ely Pride is thrilled to announce its highly anticipated event on August 9th, 2025, taking place at the newly sponsored Amherst Field venue, generously supported by King’s School. Following a record-breaking attendance of over 5,000 participants in 2024, Ely Pride is moving to a larger location to accommodate the growing number of supporters and allies. …

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Breaking ground: work begins on transformative extension for Highfield Littleport Academy

++ New building will feature state-of-the-art sensory room for students with diverse needs ++ Staff and students at Highfield Littleport Academy in Ely are excited to have marked the start of building work for the school’s extension, with students helping to ceremoniously break the ground. The students were joined by Lynsey Holzer, CEO of The …

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Visit Ely is thrilled to announce Ely’s EelFestival and VE80 Weekend 2025

Taking place from the 3rd, 4th and 5th May 2025. 2025 is a celebration as we celebrate May 1945 and the end of the War in Europe. With a wide range of food vendors, traders and an entertainment programme from some wonderful local organisations, this promises to be another truly memorable weekend of fun and …

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Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Combined Authority (CPCA)

Progress towards launch of new Cambridgeshire and Peterborough ‘Tiger’ bus routes

The Combined Authority is moving closer to the launch of new Tiger bus routes, with contracts awarded to bus operators this week marking the latest milestone.  Funded by the Mayoral Precept, the new routes will provide important extra connections to towns and cities for bus users across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough.  The following routes were put …

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The Cambridge Building Society

Positive impact of The Cambridge’s community engagement revealed in report

The positive impact The Cambridge Building Society has had on charities, projects and people in the community has been revealed in a report published this week.  The Impact Review outlines how The Cambridge made a difference in its community during a record-breaking year of donations and volunteering by staff, and the expansion of schemes designed …

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East Cambridgeshire District Council

Council offers safe space to report hate crime

East Cambridgeshire District Council has become the latest Third Party Hate Crime Reporting Centre (TPRC) in East Cambridgeshire. A hate crime is any criminal offence which is perceived by the victim, or any other person, to be motivated by hostility or prejudice based on a personal characteristic, specifically actual or perceived race, religion/faith, sexual orientation, …

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Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Combined Authority (CPCA)

Funding Approved for Littleport Business & Community Centre

The Combined Authority has approved funding to support business, leisure and community facilities in the region’s market towns, helping to ensure they remain vibrant places to live and work. The Combined Authority’s Market Towns Programme is investing back into high streets, community buildings and outside spaces to support a sustainable future for these historic towns. …

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Hive Leisure Centre in Ely supports Diabetes UK fundraising challenge

Swim the length of the English Channel to support vital diabetes research For the second year, Hive Leisure Centre in Ely will be supporting leading health charity Diabetes UK with one of the charity’s key fundraising initiatives – Swim22. Swim22 invites participants to swim the length of the English Channel – 22 miles –  over …

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Danny and the Champs

Ely Folk Festival Unveils a Star-Studded Americana Celebration for 2025

Ely Folk Festival is delighted to announce a very special concert for this year’s festival.  On Saturday 12 July four of the finest acts on the Americana scene will take the stage for a celebration of all things roots and country.  Opening the evening will be Paul McClure, aka The Rutland Troubadour.  Described as “open, …

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Ely City WI

ELY CITY WI HAVE BEEN SHORTLISTED!

Ely City WI is delighted to be named a finalist in the East Anglia Clean & Green Awards. These inaugural awards celebrate individuals and groups committed to sustainability and greener lifestyles across business, agriculture and community initiatives.  Ely City WI has been shortlisted in the Community Champion category for their dedication to sustainability and conservation …

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Ian Millar and Dominic Spencer appearing at Little Thetford Village Hall

Ian Millar & Dominic Spencer Jazz Duo Live at Little Thetford, Ely

Saxophone & piano duo from Scotland, The UK’s hardest working jazz group! “Very cool music played in a magical atmosphere – this will appeal to jazz novices as well as hardcore enthusiasts.” Three Weeks Magazine Appearing at: LITTLE THETFORD VILLAGE HALLFri 28th March 8pm Ian and Dominic are unique in the UK Jazz community taking …

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Ely City Crusaders FC U9

Sponsor Ely Crusaders U9s Blue – A Powerful Local Business Promotion Opportunity

Ely Crusaders Under 9s Blue are looking for a local business to become our official sponsor for the next two seasons. If you want to increase brand awareness, reach new customers and support grassroots football, this is an unmissable opportunity. We’re seeking £1,000 per season to cover new kit and essential equipment. In return, your business logo will be featured on …

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Ely Tigers RFC

Ely Tigers Overcome Colchester IIs in Tough Weather for 25-12 Victory

Ely Tigers Secure Hard-Fought 25-12 Victory Over Colchester IIs On Saturday, Ely Tigers hosted Colchester IIs, looking to build on their previous week’s win. The match was played under extreme weather conditions, with rain, hail, sleet, and snow making play difficult. First-Half Action Despite the challenging conditions, Ely struck first at 25 minutes when Rhys …

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Sophie Bevan

Ely Cathedral welcomes the Philharmonia Orchestra for a performance of Vaughan Williams’ A Sea Symphony

When: 15 March 2025, 7:30 pmWhere: Ely Cathedral The world-renowned Philharmonia Orchestra will be visiting Ely Cathedral to perform Vaughan Williams’ A Sea Symphony alongside Cambridge University Symphony Chorus on Saturday 15 March 2025. The collaboration also involves members of Cambridge college choirs, renowned soprano Sophie Bevan MBE, and rising star baritone Daniel D’Souza, an …

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Pymoor builder Paul Barrow receives national recognition

Paul Barrow, of Paul Barrow Builders from Pymoor, near Ely has received national recognition for his work by being named the winner of the Best Residential and Small Commercial Builder at the recent LABC Building Excellence Awards. The awards, held at the prestigious Grosvenor House Hotel in London, are a showcase of both building projects …

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Ely Tigers Match Report

Ely Tigers faced Ipswich in a rearranged fixture aiming to move away from the bottom two positions in the league. Ely started strongly, pushing Ipswich back on their try line, with Matt French scoring the opening try for Ely, giving them an early lead. After the game settled, with 25 minutes on the clock, Tigers …

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START WITH A HEART – ELY CITY WI SHOW THE LOVE

For the fourth year running Ely City WI are taking part in the Climate Coalition’scampaign ( www.theclimatecoalition.org/show-the-love ).The WI has a proud history of taking action to protect the environment being afounding member of The Climate Coalition ; protecting what we love from ClimateChange and lobbying politicians to prioritise tackling the issue.Every February hundreds of …

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Ely residents celebrate ‘warmth of care’ with tea and banjo tunes  

(28 January 2025) A tea party brought connection and comfort to the local community as part of a special celebration of those who care for others.  The multi-generational event took place at The Orchards care home in Ely on the afternoon of Saturday 25 January.  Staff held an afternoon tea party with cream teas enjoyed …

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Ely College - Oliver production

Ely College’s OLIVER! Delights Audiences with Three Sold-Out Performances

Ely College wowed audiences with three sold-out performances of Oliver! on the 15th, 16th, and 17th of January. After months of hard work, the talented cast and crew transformed Needham’s Hall into a stunning stage for Lionel Bart’s beloved musical. A West End-Worthy Production Principal Simon Warburton praised the students, calling the show “worthy of …

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Ely Tigers

Ely Tigers Fall Short in Hard-Fought Clash Against Saffron Walden

Ely Tigers travelled to Saffron Walden for a rescheduled league match with a revised starting lineup from their previous week’s game against North Walsham. The home team took advantage of an early opportunity to score by securing a penalty and choosing to kick for points, resulting in an early 3-0 lead. This was followed by …

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ELY & DISTRICT CAMRA 15TH ELYSIAN WINTER BEER FESTIVAL 7TH & 8TH FEBRUARY 2025

We are delighted to announce that the Elysian Winter Beer Festival is back for its 15th year, and will again be held at the beautiful riverside location of The Maltings, Ship Lane, Ely, CB7 4BB. The Festival will be open from 11:00 until 22:00 on Friday 7th February and 11:00 until 20:00 on Saturday 8th …

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Tigers Frozen Out 

Following on from last weekends frozen shut out for the Tigers, it was much the same this weekend as the Seniors game at Cantabs was frozen off on Saturday, while all Mini’s and Youth games were also victim of the cold spell, following the success of last weeks 5km ROAR, the club once more headed …

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Faye Holland, Chair of the Cambridgeshire, Peterborough and Stamford Chambers of Commerce

Faye Holland, a prominent entrepreneur, has been appointed as the Chair of the Cambridgeshire, Peterborough and Stamford Chambers of Commerce

We are delighted to announce that Faye Holland has been elected Chair of Cambridgeshire Chambers of Commerce.  Faye succeeds Brian Jones, who skilfully guided the Chamber and its member businesses through the challenges of the Covid pandemic while paving the way for a major transformation. Faye brings exceptional experience and insight into working with businesses …

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Ely Tigers

First ‘Tigers 5km Roar’ a Success Despite Frozen Rugby Weekend

With Rugby being frozen off all weekend, approx 50 people took part in the first “Tigers 5km Roar”, which included players, coaches, team managers, first aiders and families. The route took the “A10 path” from the Hive towards the BP petrol station and back. Tigers are back in action this weekend as they travel to …

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Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Combined Authority (CPCA)

Bus reform moves forward after close of franchising consultation

The Combined Authority’s statutory bus franchising consultation – a key step towards reforming the bus system in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough – saw more than 1,600 responses.  Residents, businesses, statutory consultees and stakeholders took part in the consultation, which ran between Wednesday 14 August and Monday 25 November 2024, to have their say on the future …

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Ely Tigers Dominate Bury IIs in Final Home Game of 2024 with a 32-0 Victory

Ely Tigers signed off their last home fixture of 2024 with the visit of Bury IIs, a side they’d already beaten earlier in the season, with 6 minutes on the clock Tigers made the breakthrough as Matt McCarthy broke free to score under the post, with the conversion added also by McCarhty to lead 7-0, both …

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Repair Cafe is back again in Ely Library to help you save money & reduce your impact on the environment

Do you have something that’s broken that you don’t know how to fix but can’t bring yourself to throw away? Something like a toaster, kettle, lamp, bag, toy, jewellery, pair of jeans or computer? Bring it along to the Repair Cafe being held on Saturday 25 January from 11.00am – 2.00pm in Ely Library and get it …

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Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Combined Authority (CPCA)

Combined Authority Board approves subsidy to keep £2 bus fares to March 2025

A proposal from Mayor Dr Nik Johnson to maintain a £2 cap for bus fares in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough until the end of March was approved at an extraordinary meeting of the Combined Authority Board today (December 13).  The decision follows the reinstatement by Government of a national fare cap at £3 from January 1, …

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Save Our Cinema

WE WILL SAVE OUR CINEMA

A message from Ely Community Cinema: Thanks to your incredible support, we’re one step closer to reopening The Maltings Cinema!  At our second public meeting, 64 attendees joined us to share their enthusiasm and ideas, proving how much our community values this cherished venue. Exciting Progress: Reopening Early in the New Year We’re delighted to …

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Babylon Arts Encouraged by Community Support as Negotiations Continue

Babylon Arts is heartened by the overwhelming support from local residents following their recent public meeting. Many have written letters to Local Authorities, including Ely City Council, East Cambridgeshire District Council (ECDC) and the Mayor of the Combined Authority, advocating for the future of the gallery and its vital role in the community. As active …

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Local business wins prestigious Inclusive Wedding Award

On Thursday 21st November 2024, local business, Tom Juggins UK, received the award for Most Unique Videographer at the Quirky Wedding Awards, the UK’s only Wedding Awards celebrating alternative, inclusive, accessible, and unique wedding suppliers. The awards were judged by industry experts using a unique secret shopper method, examining their websites, social media profiles and …

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Ely Wishing Tree delivers joy to the community this Christmas

An Ely care home is celebrating the season of selfless giving by doing something amazing for those members of the community who deserve an extra special Christmas. The inaugural Wishing Tree at Greensleeves Care’s The Orchards is an initiative designed to bring a touch of magic to the festive season. Hanging on its branches are …

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Winners - Isleham 1s

Inter Primary School Tag Rugby Tournament

Eight teams of year 5 and 6 students from six schools in the East Cambridgeshire district took part in a mixed Tag Rugby tournament organised by ActivePlay Education on Thursday, November 28th,2024. Although it was a frosty start to the morning, the pitch at Ely Outdoor Sports Association soon thawed and with Young Leaders from …

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Stained Glass Museum

The Stained Glass Museum celebrates a major redisplay

The Stained Glass Museum is delighted to have reopened its doors after a major redisplay of its 20th and 21st century collections. More works than ever before are now on display in the museum’s permanent gallery, located in the south triforium of Ely Cathedral. As part of the redisplay, over a third of the museum’s …

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Malcom's Retreat, Pidley

Malcolm’s Retreat: A Transformational Project by The Malcolm Whales Foundation

Over the past 24 months, The Malcolm Whales Foundation (TMWF) has worked tirelessly to bring its most ambitious project to life: Malcolm’s Retreat, a beautiful lakeside lodge in Pidley, Cambridgeshire, just a 40-minute drive from Ely. Completed in November 2024, this milestone is the largest project TMWF has ever undertaken and promises to deliver its …

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Bablon Arts

‘Small, but perfect’ returns to Babylon Gallery

The Babylon Winter Open is an annual exhibition of small, affordable artworks from many of the excellent artists in the local area. This years exhibition will take place throughout December at Babylon Gallery. In the midst of the festive season, this exhibition will be a celebration of the artistic talent in the local area. All …

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Ely Tigers Match Report

Ely Tigers faced Southwold at the Cambridge Commodities Park, in conditions that Ely normally face on the Suffolk coast with a strong breeze blowing across the pitch, again this season the Tigers were forced to make changes to the starting 15, but it was the visitors that were forced into a change inside the opening …

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A Grand Georgian Christmas

400 young local singers to join the UK’s most ambitious youth music programme at Ely Cathedral for ‘A Grand Georgian Christmas’ 400 local young singers will enjoy an extraordinary musical experience this Christmas, singing alongside Gabrieli, one of the country’s most acclaimed ensembles, in a spectacular seasonal programme ‘A Grand Georgian Christmas’. The concert, which …

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Ely Tigers Match Report

Ely Tigers travelled to 10th placed Colchester IIs looking to halt their recent run of defeats, but it was injuries and players availability that once more came back to haunt Tigers as they went down another heavy defeat to slip to second from bottom in the league, the game started evenly but with 10 minutes on …

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Bring Back Nature

Ely Library 10am-3pm Saturday 16 November 2024 Find out about local nature recovery projects and how you can make a difference. From 10am-3pm on Saturday 16 November 2024, local organisations like the Wildlife Trust Beds, Cambs, Northants, the RSPB, Renew: Ely Cathedral Environment Group, Isle of Ely Primary School, Ely Wildspace, and East Cambs Climate …

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Ely Tigers Report

Ely Tigers played league leaders, Norwich, on Saturday, with the visitors unbeaten in their opening six games of the season, again Tigers were forced to make changes due to picking up injuries the week before, The game started brightly for the Tigers, as they were awarded an early penalty in front of the posts, opting …

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£1m fund for local climate projects to open next month

The Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority Environment and Sustainable Communities Committee has welcomed that an open bid of £1m for schemes to protect against or ease the effects of climate change will open on 25th November with funding to be awarded by March 2025. The Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority Environment and Sustainable Communities Committee …

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Council takes significant step to end homelessness

East Cambridgeshire District Council has taken a significant step towards ending homelessness in the district. The council will be working in partnership with Cambridgeshire County Council to jointly-fund a full time Housing First project worker dedicated to providing one to one support for homeless people with multiple or complex needs. Angela Parmenter, Housing and Community …

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Ely Folk Festival Presents: Heidi Talbot & Boo Hewerdine

Ely Folk Festival is delighted to present an evening of great music with Heidi Talbot & Boo Hewerdine on Monday 18 November at City of Ely Bowls Club. Heidi Talbot (“Simply vocal heaven” The Sunday Times) effortlessly blends Celtic & Americana influences and has shared the stage and recorded with Mark Knopfler, Graham Coxon (Blur), Idlewild, King …

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Ely’s first Imaginarium event to help to reduce the impact of Climate Change

Ely’s first Imaginarium event is calling on locals to have their say on Future Developments that will help to reduce the impact of Climate Change The East Cambridgeshire Climate Action Network is running an Imaginarium and wants locals to bring forth ideas on how to tackle the challenges of climate change in a fun way …

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Mayor visits world leading surgical robotics business based in Ely

Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Mayor Dr Nik visited CMR Surgical’s global manufacturing facility and was given a demonstration of Versius, a surgical robotic system designed to assist surgeons to perform keyhole surgery. As part of the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority’s ongoing mission to create a strong, sustainable economy and encourage high-growth businesses to flourish in …

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Council proud to re-affirm Armed Forces Community Support

Members of the Armed Forces Community including current serving, veterans and spouses joined staff in the Council Chamber at East Cambridgeshire District Council to witness the signing of the council’s own Armed Forces Covenant. This not only supersedes the 2011 shared Armed Forces Community Covenant but gives the council the opportunity to refresh its commitment …

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Council offers help with Pension Credit applications before December deadline

Residents of state pension age in East Cambridgeshire are being urged to apply now for Pension Credit to be in with a chance of qualifying for this year’s winter fuel payment. Eligible residents have until 21 December to apply for the benefit and still receive the £300 winter fuel payment from government. Applications received after …

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Exciting new experience for dogs and their owners launches in Little Downham

Dog owners in the Ely and the surrounding area can now take their four-legged friends to an exciting new facility which has recently opened in Little Downham.  Ely Dog Field offers a large, fully enclosed space for private use where dogs can explore and exercise safely. The field also features play equipment specially designed to …

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Repair Cafe is back again in Ely Library and will help you save money and reduce your impact on the environment

Do you have something that’s broken that you don’t know how to fix but can’t bring yourself to throw away? Something like a toaster, kettle, lamp, bag, toy, jewellery, pair of jeans or computer? Bring it along to the Repair Cafe being held on Saturday 26th October from 11.00am – 2.00pm in Ely Library and …

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