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September is known for “The Biggest Coffee Morning” from MacMillan Cancer and Spotted in Ely is hosting its own event at The Market Street Brasserie, next Saturday 24th from 10am till midday and you’re all invited. We also need cakes. Our kitchen is busy with preparation but the more the merrier. For more information see https://www.facebook.com/events/1640932182885379 …
You're Invited for MacMillan Cake and Coffee Morning Read More »
By-election for North Ward in Ely on October 6th My record speaks for itself. Since moving to Ely I have changed the face of local media in an old fashioned but progressive City – yet I am still just an ordinary person who goes to work, pays rent, pays bills and lives on a weekly …
During the last week of the summer term, members of the Rotary Club of Ely were busy presenting Usborne Dictionaries for Life to year 6 pupils at primary schools in and around Ely. The presentations were organised by the Ely Rotary Club vocational service chairman Viv Doji. In total 155 dictioneries were presented to pupils …
Spotted in Ely has secured assurances from Lakenheath Media Operations Officer Master Sgt Burke that the American Park will reopen once made safe. A date for reopening has not yet been decided but work is about to begin. However warning to those who abuse the use of the playground could result in the park being …
American Park to reopen but warnings to those who abuse it Read More »
The future of the Princess of Wales in Ely is troubling many people in the area. A petition to keep services going has reached over 4,000 signatures. There are many advantages to the local delivery of healthcare services. In fact, in its document Fit for the Future, the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Clinical Commissioning Group identified …
The monitoring and recording of the CCTV in Ely and Soham is a local responsibility. The City of Ely Council, Soham Town Council & Ely Constabulary are working in partnership to provide this service. We are preparing to recruit more volunteers to assist and play an important part in the monitoring and recording of the …
Local firm G & J Peck Ltd or better known as Pecks has been a leader in the area for agricultural supplies for over 150 years and this week it marks a new dot within its long history as it moves from its base on Lisle Lane to a much larger and more suitable accommodation …
Allgoods of Ely announced this morning that it is due to close its door on September 17th. The independent on Market Place has been a busy shop for the past few years but the owner has struggled to balance her work and life. While trading, its range of products have grown and has pride itself …
Ely XT has announced this years fireworks display on Cherry Hill as 12th November. The annual event which raises money for local good causes will have the usual rides, food stalls and good cause displays as well as the firework display itself which costs several thousands to put on and played to loud theatrical music. …
Ely came into the game after two successive away wins while Thetford after a good start had narrowly lost both of their last two games. Ely City manager Brady Stone was forced into one change from the Hadleigh starting line up with Liam Griffin not being available so central defender Ollie Brookes came back into …
The Robins give The Brecklanders a helping hand in taking all 3 point Read More »
A fast-growing craze that sees members of the public locked in a room and asked to solve puzzles to escape is set to storm Ely. A pop up Escape Room, which is an immersive interactive experience, and which has been referred to as a real-life Crystal Maze, is being launched in Oliver Cromwell’s House. Groups …
Viva is back from the famous Edinburgh Festival Fringe with a five star review and sell out shows. The cast and crew have had a ball and have enjoyed every second of it. Viva has been performing at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe since 2005 when they first went with a small cast of 15 and …
Five star reviews and sell out shows for Viva at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe! Read More »
A community will come together next week to share a special cake in celebration of the first birthday of a market which has increased footfall to a town. Adams Community Market was launched in Littleport, after a butchers’, greengrocers, bakery and grocery store shut shortly after closure of the bank and pharmacy too. The aim …
Market Marks First Birthday with Community Cake Read More »
Sport England’s Project Committee has approved a conditional lottery award of £1.5M towards the development of the East Cambridgeshire District Leisure Centre. At its full council meeting in June, East Cambridgeshire District Council agreed to proceed with the new District Leisure Centre project, subject to receiving £1.5M funding from Sport England. Confirmation of lottery award …
East Cambridgeshire Leisure Centre boosted by £1.5M Sport England grant Read More »
Cambridgeshire County Council has awarded the estimated £35 million Ely Southern Bypass contract to VolkerFitzpatrick. The 1.7m single carriageway that includes a viaduct crossing and bridge over the railway line. The A142 is a trouble spot currently for long queues of traffic but the new road way between the A142 Stuntney Causeway and A142 Angel …
Students at Ely College are set to enjoy plenty of fresh food and a whole new dining experience when they head back in September, this is thanks to a new deal with education caterer Pabulum. Pabulum is the catering partner for Cambridge Meridian Academies Trust (CMAT), which Ely College joined in July. Pabulum, which caters …
Fresh Food on the menu for Ely College students Read More »
Last Saturday saw about 75 classic cars line up on Palace Green opposite Ely Cathedral. Owners for all over the region display their gleaming vehicles of various ages. The oldest vehicle was produced in 1937 and the newest was just 8 years old. Organised by the Cambridge and District Classic Car Club, this is the …
The future of Lodestar is now under threat for future years as they cancel this year due to low ticket sales. In a Facebook post tonight, Doug from Lodestar said, Dear all, I am deeply saddened to tell you that I have had to cancel LodeStar. Ticket sales were far too low to run the …
Last week saw yet another bridge strike on the infamous railway crossing in Ely. The company whose vehicle hit the bridge took to social media, especially commenting on Spotted in Ely to apologise for the inconvenience their driver caused. Their Facebook editor sent, “Hello Spotted in Ely, We’d like to apologise to the residents of Ely …
Kent Blaxill apologises to Ely – Breath of fresh air Read More »
We had planned to get to 15,000 followers on our 3rd Birthday on the 13th August – but like everything else with Spotted in Ely, it happened all too quick. The last 3 months have seen some massive changes especially on the people working on the site. We have 3 new very keen and enthusiastic members …
ELY SCOOPS DOUBLE AWARD WIN FOR ITS PARKS AND GREEN SPACES The city is celebrating a double award win for its parks and green spaces thanks to the Keep Britain Tidy Green Flag Awards Scheme. Ely Country Park and Jubilee Gardens are among 1,686 parks and green spaces that have received a prestigious Green Flag …
Double Award for it's Parks and Green Spaces – LuvEly Read More »
​A recent spate of vehicle crime in Ely City has underlined the need for people to check that they are locking their cars. Over the previous two weeks seven vehicles have been entered, and property stolen. Over night between 20th and 21st of July four vehicles were targeted in Cardinals Way, Gateway Gardens, and Broad …
With the high temperature set to continue throughout the week, the region’s ambulance service is advising people how they can beat the heat and stay safe. During the weekend’s heatwave, the service saw a surge in 999 calls. Over a 72 hour period (15th-17th July), the East of England Ambulance Service NHS Trust (EEAST) received …
Ambulance service advise public to beat the heat Read More »
The association behind the Barns area of Ely “The Barns Community Voice” has announced this years Annual Picnic on the Field. This Sunday, 24th July 2016 will all residents of the Barns invited to the High Barns Play Area where Children’s games, games for adults, 2 bouncy castles, Barbeque and Mini Carboot sale will be active. …
Chosen Bun from London has signed up to a restaurant on Ely’s new Leisure Development which see’s a Cineworld due to open in February 2017. But who is Chosen Bun? Well they are currently just one store in Fulham, London who have big plans to expand with their premium burger service. Started in 2012, Andy, Pete …
Leisure Development to Get Something Different in Chosen Bun Read More »
On 9 June the Rotary Club of Ely, with support from the Rotary Clubs of Soham and Littleport, took 64 children from Highfields School and 30 helpers and assistants to Wicksteed Park. Three buses from Grey’s of Ely, plus the school’s own minibus, took the excited children on a very sunny day to the Park. …
Littleport badminton club held their 5th annual Jim Burns Memorial tournament in memory of their late chairman Jim Burns. 16 players entered the completion which is a handicapped singles event. The semi finals featured 2 previous winners and 2 previous runners up, with Zahid Ahmed (2012 & 2015 winner) beating Doug Marsh (2012 runner up) …
HISTORIC HOTEL OVERLOOKING ELY CATHEDRAL CELEBRATES A NEW CHAPTER … The prestigious Interesting Hotels Group is delighted to announce that it has recently acquired the historic Grade II listed Poet’s House located in St Mary Street, Ely located opposite Ely Cathedral and Oliver Cromwell’s House. Originally consisting of three Grade II listed properties and run …
Poets House is saved by The Interesting Hotels Group Read More »
The Department of Transport has approved funding of £16 million for the Ely Bypass. The Ely Bypass, which has been in the pipeline for around a decade, would significantly improve delays on the A10 and around Ely. The reduction in congestion would bring huge benefits to those who use these busy main roads, cutting travel …
​Press Release: Department for Transport announces funding for Ely Bypass Read More »
Richard Spencer, who has been working in the college since April to lead the transition to Cambridge Meridian Academies Trust (CMAT), said today he was delighted to have been appointed and was looking forward to the challenges ahead in improving educational standards and attainment at the college in Downham Road, Ely. His appointment follows the …
​A new principal has been appointed at Ely College Read More »
Residents of Collier Close are calling on David Wilson Homes to rectify the terrible workmanship conducted last week. Last Thursday, contractors TCL Landscapes were called in to conduct hedge and tree trimming to prepare Collier Road for adoption by Cambridgeshire County Council. After 15 years, the road is still under ownership of David Wilson Homes, a …
Frustrated Residence Call for Work to be Redone Read More »
​ We are a team of 24 students and staff that will be travelling next year to work alongside teachers and children at two charity funded schools in a slum district of Nakuru, western Kenya. We will be assisting teachers in classes, building new classrooms, refurbishing existing classrooms, repairing classroom furniture and running multi-sports programmes …
Zoe and Zareen host this month’s Ely Soup at Sylhet Restaurant on Market Street courtesy of owner Zahid with Ely Community First Responders, Invisible Illness Support Group and Pos+Ability inviting the attendees to vote for the £260 in the pot. The Soup movement was first started in Detroit USA, has a way of bringing community …
Patrick & Carol Creek are pleased to announce the opening of the new look and revitalised Plough & Harrow on Ely Road in Littleport. The original Plough & Harrow closed some years ago and made way for the Littleport Steakhouse & Gigi’s. The premises is no longer 2 rooms downstairs but one walk through from …
Aquafest 2016 sure did go off with a bang this year as Thorlabs took the glory for winning the raft races but not before Atrium fell apart and Tesco just well stopped on launching their water weapon. Several thousand people lined the banks of the Great Ouse to watch the spectacle and enjoy not only …
Ely & District/B&T Motor Repair riders were in action on both days of the weekend, on Saturday, Cliff Loveday and Phil Gosling took part in the Norwich ABC 10, where club honours went to Cliff Loveday, but only just, with a finishing time of 23:06, just three seconds ahead of Phil Gosling who crossed the …
The 9th of July 2016 at Witcham sees the 46th holding of the World Pea Shooting Championship & Village Fair on the Green at 12 pm.  (Competition starts around 1pm). This is the main fund raising event of the year for the upkeep of the Village Hall. Entry on the day: Price individuals £4, £2 …
The 46th World Peashooting Championship – Are you man enough? Read More »
In April Viva auditioned for Disney’s production of The Little Mermaid JR and we could not believe the turnout and enthusiasm shown by the local community. Since April the cast of 70, aged 7 to 15, have been working hard at rehearsals and show week is now only around the corner. The show has had …
Viva is proud to present Disney’s The Little Mermaid JR! Read More »
East Cambridgeshire District Council has purchased land close to Ely railway station with the aim of providing additional car parking spaces for commuters. The land is close to the Tesco ‘Click and Collect’ depot at The Dock. Subject to obtaining planning approval, the Council is aiming to provide at least 100 new car parking spaces …
East Cambs purchases land for a commuter car park Read More »
At last week’s meeting Calene Easey became the newest member of the Ely Hereward Rotary Club, Ely’s evening Rotary Club. Calene who works at the Littleport Timebank, was welcomed by Club President Janet Porter, and will be helping he club next Sunday when the two Ely Rotary Clubs will be holding the annual Ely Aquafest, …
1,100 red, gold, blue and green ties will be handed out to students as Ely College is set to become part of Cambridge Meridian Academies Trust (CMAT) on Friday 1 July 2016. Ely students will be greeted by students from other CMAT schools across Cambridgeshire, and will each receive one of the four coloured ties …
Over 1,000 ties will be handed out to Ely College students Read More »
Get creative with a canvas and see your own art exhibited at the prestigious Kings College, Cambridge! ‘Connections’ a charity art exhibition is open to artists and non-artists – young and old! Entrants can purchase a 12 inch canvas for £10 and produce their own work of art. Entries will be exhibited anonymously at Kings …
A local Barn Owl Recovery project in partnership between the Ouse Washes Landscape Partnership and the Barn Owl Conservation Network (BOCN) has been working hard to increase the population of Barn Owls in the area by recreating a connected habitat across the Ouse Washes Landscape. Research has taken place to establish the locations of existing …
Creating new homes for Barn Owls in the Ouse Washes Read More »
Haddenham Beer Festival is back! The Beer Festival Committee has been doing some of its finest work to create a second event for this summer, which promises to be as much family fun as last year’s, if not more(!) . There are an impressive list of bands playing on all 3 days, listings can be found on …
Service to commemorate Cambridgeshire soldiers who fought at the Battle of the Somme to take place at Ely Cathedral, 1 July, 11am – 12 noon, 100 years on from the first day of fighting. Local residents are invited to a commemorative service to be held on the 100th anniversary of the first day of the …
Battle of the Somme commemorative service to mark 100th anniversary Read More »
Do you fancy pitching a project at Ely SOUP? Are you local to the Ely area, with a project or idea up your sleeve that needs a little help to get off the ground? Or perhaps you know someone else who does? We can help you! There are no limits to what your project can …
The Bishop of Ely, the Rt Revd Stephen Conway, has made the following statement following the announcement of the result of the EU referendum:Â “There is no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear…” These are words from the Bible written by John, a friend of Jesus. I have been reflecting on these words …
Bishop calls for healing and hope after EU poll Read More »
A road traffic collision on the A10 near Stretham this morning resulted in two vehicles being written off. The two cars involved are a Ford Fiesta in red, and a Volvo S60 in silver. The Volvo initially caught fire and both Ambulance and Fire Rescue services attended the scene before order could be restored. One …
Very Lucky Escape for Everyone as 2 cars are written off Read More »
Ely My shop is Local had their Grand Opening on Friday the 17th of June. The company was officially opened by Lucy Frazer, local MP. The event was held at the Old Dispensary and attended by local dignitaries and independent shop owners. These days the local independent shops are facing an increasingly tough competition from online …
INSIDE THIS ISSUE
The Ely Muslim Association once again feed Ely in a spectacular way on the Market Square. Despite Football being on, hundreds of people turned out for the now annual Fasting Feast that the Indian restaurants around Ely arrange to show why they love being a part of our community. Ely’s Mayor, Ian Lindsay came out …
South Cambs MP Lucy Frazer has today paid tribute to murdered Labour MP for Birstall, Jo Cox. She was attacked last week and died in her home constituency. In a Facebook status, Lucy said, “I am deeply saddened by the senseless murder of Jo Cox MP last week, and my thoughts are with her family …
Inside the magazine
Removal of a mature willow tree in Ely will take place next week, on Wednesday 22nd June, to ensure the area remains safe to the public. The Willow tree (tree number 2183, highlighted on the site plan) is situated near the corner of Lavenders Land, on the edge of the Riverside footpath, off Willow Walk. …
Council notifies public of emergency tree felling work in Ely next week Read More »
Local guest blogger Kate Holmes has asked us to share her thoughts of what is happening in the world and asks everyone for peace, calm and understanding during tough times. There is a lot of hate spreading around the world at the minute. It makes the world a very sad place right now. I …
Kate asks for Peace and Understanding in tough times Read More »
The old Montaz is gone and in it’s place is new chef Robin D’Souza and business partner Nelson who have created the “Market Street Brasserie”. Robin has moved from London where he was the head chef at Piccadilly’s Le Meriden Hotel. The food at the restaurant on Market Street, Ely is described as English with …
The Brook in Soham welcomes Viva! from tonight in their production of Sweeney Todd. The 15 plus cast is a mostly adult affair as they tell the story of the Barber of Fleet Street and his story of revenge. A very dramatically musical which is very vivid and dark. The stage is set so the …
Ely MILKS is a local breastfeeding support group, offering much needed help to local mums and babies. They meet weekly on Thursday afternoons and there is no charge to the mums accessing the group. Further details can be found on their website, www.elymilks.co.uk. On Thursday June 23rd from 12.30-2.30pm they will be hosting a picnic …
Ely MILKS to celebrate National Breastfeeding Week Read More »
The Ely Muslim Association are once again inviting the citizens of Ely to come and enjoy their free Fasting Feast on the Market Square next Monday, 20th June at 8.30. Muslims every year practise Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic Calendar and they celebrate by fasting during daylight hours. The month of fasting can …
All of the fantastic entries to the Snap the Ouse Photography Competition have now been shortlisted and the eight finalists are up for public vote on the Ouse Washes Landscape Partnership’s website (www.ousewashes.org.uk/resources/galleries). The Ouse Washes Landscape Partnership (OWLP) launched the exciting Snap the Ouse Photography Competition back in March as part of the lead …
Vote for your favourite photo of the beautiful Ouse Washes Landscape! Read More »
After the inaugural event of the Isle of Ely Arts Festival this year: a workshop with budding young cellists, these highly talented musicians gave a splendid concert in Ely Cathedral. The programme was varied but the performance was constant: a performance that can only be described as outstanding. Their phenomenal technique was immediately apparent as …
Review of Guy Johnston ( ‘cello) and Melvyn Tan (piano) in Ely Cathedral Read More »
A record standing since 10th August 1989 was finally broken on the 9th June, taken part in the VTTA East Anglian 10, raced over 4 weeks on the E2/10 course at Six Mile Bottom on the A11. Club members, Robert Golding, Mathew Ely and Phillip Gosling, joined 69 others on the start line with Robert …
Records Broken by Ely & District/B&T Motor Repairs Cycling Club Riders Read More »
This week find out how the WakeHereward Project has started and G’s Open Farm Sunday This weeks pages
Last weekend saw the celebrations for St.Etheldreda, the founding Abbess of the first Abbey in Ely, get off to a fabulous start with the wonderful Etheldreda Craft and Food Fair on Palace Green.  Visitor numbers were slightly down on previous years due to a cold start to the day but those who did visit enjoyed a …
Record breaking year for Etheldreda Craft and Food Fair Read More »
PC Guy Spencer deployed today at 11 a.m. on Cambridge Road, Ely, conducting speed checks. In a forty minute period he issued no fewer than four tickets to vehicles, clocking speeds of 43mph, 48mph, 49mph, and even 50mph in that 30mph zone. The officer has commented: “This stretch of road is 30 miles per hour …
Becky Cross has always been “Beauty by Becky” above Toppers on Forehill but to be able to offer more services decide to join forces with Louise Nicholas from “Little Beauty Treats” and formed “The Beauty Loft”. The official opening took place last Saturday with free drinks and cakes and opened their doors to everyone who wanted …
Beauty businesses join forces and create The Beauty Loft Read More »
Last Saturday, members of Viva! Theatre Group from Soham came to Ely to promote their new production of Sweeney Todd which starts next week at the Brook in Soham and tickets are still available! Even PCSO Matt Chennell from Ely Central thought he would help with promotion Spotted in Ely will be their for the …
Last week we had a message saying that the theatre seating was looking old and dirty and Spotted in Ely reported that to Ely City Councillor Liz Every to which a meeting was called. Cllr Every reported back that the matter was being looked at and explained that groups who use the hall are responsible …
Much needed care and attention is happening at The Maltings Read More »
With such terrible wintry weather for most of last week, it seemed improbable that the annual Ely Rotary Club barbecue would not be too pleasant. But summer turned up on Sunday, giving an absolutely perfect day for fifty members and guests attending at the beautiful garden of Enid and John Bedford at Witchford. Everything made …
Lucy Frazer, Member of Parliament for South East Cambridgeshire, has today pressed for improvements to Junction 37 between the A14 and A142. Ms Frazer and neighbouring MP Matthew Hancock met with the Parliamentary Under Secretary of State for Transport, Andrew Jones MP, to raise the issue of traffic on the A142. Ms Frazer and Mr …
Lucy Frazer MP presses Transport Minister for improvement on A142 Read More »
Ely PCSO’s and cadets were out in force on Saturday with a stall on the Market Place to offer anyone and everyone free advice on Crime Prevention. Anything from looking after your home to property you carry about. From personal safety to road offences. Anything and everything was offered with leaflets and who to contact …
Police and Police Cadets offer Crime Prevention Advice Read More »
Gallery from the Dress Rehearsal of Sister Act from the CAT Theatre Company last week
After many years of being the heart of Littleport, The Plough & Harrow is set to make a comeback to the wonderful building on Ely Road. Patrick & Carol Creek are the new owners and have begun on making major changes both inside and outside since GiGi’s and The Littleport Steak House closed. Carol said, …
Plough & Harrow set to make a comeback in Littleport Read More »
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Ely is proud to host every year, graduates from Open University. Many of the graduates spend over 4 years studying their chosen subjects and this is their day to celebrate with a graduation mass in Ely Cathedral. The OU, despite having many offices in many larger cities throughout the UK choose Ely every year and …
Ely Welcomes Open University Graduates from All Over UK Read More »
A Terrific Sister Act from CAT Theatre Company. A hero in our midst and rescues a man from drowning. Another hero helps a family escape from car wreck. Prince William lands his chopper in Ely. The Great EU Debate and Soham Carnival Pictures plus over 100 events coming up in the area. Inside Issue 16
A MAN has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and failing to stop at an accident following a fatal collision in Littleport on Wednesday night (June 1). The 43-year-old from Ely was arrested yesterday evening after he voluntarily attended Parkside Police Station. He was released on bail to return to Parkside …
On June 8th 2016, Ely City Football Club’s first team players and management team will be taking on Wilburton Cricket Club. The difference being there won’t be a overhead kick, corner or goal line clearance in sight as it will be at cricket as opposed to football for the Ely City side, with the proceeds …
The packed house at the Maltings were treated to a show stomping performance of ‘Sister Act, the Musical’ by the CAT Theatre Company. The already sold out show featured all the characters from the blockbuster film. With an adapted for stage script and musical score, each of the amateur actors have clearly put every ounce of heart and soul into …
Babylon ARTS are staging a powerful one man show ‘A Girl with a Book’ based on the true story of Nobel Peace Prize winner Malala Yousafza on Friday 24 June : 7.30pm, the ticket price? Whatever you decide! Written and performed by Nick Wood for the New Nottingham Playhouse, this will be Babylon ARTS first …
‘Pay what you Decide’ show at Babylon ARTS for ‘A Girl With A Book’ Read More »
This weeks pages
Lucy Frazer, Member of Parliament for South East Cambridgeshire, brought parents, carers and Ely College management together to discuss the future of the school on Friday 20th May. This meeting, called by Ms Frazer, was primarily to address the change in the school’s sponsor from CfBT Schools Trust to Cambridge Meridian Academies Trust (CMAT) on …
Lucy Frazer MP chairs positive meeting at Ely College Read More »
The Ely Foodbank on Barton Road has made a fresh appeal for donations to help under privilege families in the East Cambridgeshire region. Food can be donated at the Ely branches of Sainsbury, Tesco, Nisa (Market Street) and Waitrose. Soham donations can be received at Asda and Co-op. Chatteris and March donations can be received at the …
Another local restaurant has today announced it is to close. Montaz on Market Street announced on their Facebook page that they are to close as of next Monday, 30th May. They curry house will be open as normal for the weekend but will not open on Monday. Staff at the restaurant have told us that they …
A taste of the continent is coming to Ely this Bank Holiday weekend with the return of the Continental Market on Saturday, Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday, 28 – 30 May. Experience the sights and sounds of a traditional continental market, with stalls selling everything from freshly made paella, crêpes and tartiflette to artisanal cheese …
A Taste of the Continent in Ely this Bank Holiday Weekend Read More »
A project to help provide essential items for children and young people who may not have access to basics, such as toothpaste and soap, has been set up in partnership with the Police and East Cambridgeshire District Council. The packs of basic toiletries, underwear and other essential care items will be made available through schools, …
Project to provide young people in need with daily essentials Read More »
At a club meeting where he was a guest, Will Cowell from the Cambridge and Ely Child Support Centre was presented with a cheque for £1,000 by Ely Hereward Rotary President Janet Porter. The Child Contact Centres provide a place where children from separated families can enjoy contact with a non-resident parent or other family …
Hereward Rotary Club presents cheque to Child Support Charity Read More »
This week find out about Sophia’s selfless act and what did you miss on Spotted in Ely this week?
An exhibition of contemporary textile work opens at the Babylon Gallery on Ely’s Waterside until Sunday 12 June. About Stitch – Links Stitch – Links was founded in 2005 as an exhibiting group. The current members are Sheila Cahn, Marilyn Carter, Liz Hunter, Mara Lindemann and Maggie Paykel. With a passion for fabric, focusing on producing …
Stitch – Links, Latest Exhibition at BabylonARTS Read More »
By kind permission of the King’s School, Amnesty International Ely City Group are delighted to announce that, following three sell-out concerts, we are once again bringing members of Ronnie Scott’s All Stars to Ely for a memorable afternoon of brilliant jazz. Heading the line-up will be James Pearson, resident pianist and Artistic Director at Ronnie …
Ronnie Scott's comes to Ely for a Jazz Picnic at the Palace Read More »
Lucy Frazer QC MP, Member of Parliament for South East Cambridgeshire, has called a further meeting for parents and carers of pupils at Ely College to give them an opportunity to meet the new sponsors, Cambridge Meridian Academies Trust (CMAT) on Friday 20th May. The meeting follows on from a meeting on 4th December 2015, …
Lucy Frazer QC MP calls further meeting with Ely College on Friday Read More »
Local architect Margherita Cesca from MCMM Architecture, Consultancy & Interior Design has give Spotted in Ely has exclusive access to plans to unveil a new manufacturing and office building for Lancaster Way Industrial Estate. Deanta UK, one of the worlds leading design and manufacturers of doors has outgrown its current location in Pymoor and the new …
Ely SOUP is a new sociable community crowdfunding project , £5 buys you soup and a vote for a local Ely project. We launched and hosted are first SOUP in March 2016 at the Babylon Gallery and raised awareness of four community groups, whilst Ely Milks were voted the winners and took home the door …
Calling all businesses or organisations Ely SOUP needs your help! Read More »
Local business Pure Ely has officially opened in 3 Cups Walk thanks to our now former Mayor, Cllr Lis Every. As her last duty to help with commerce in the City Centre, Lis agreed to formally open the renovated shop which is now home to a wide range of beauty treatments and already employs 5 …
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Award winning Viva is back with their next production ‘Sweeney Todd The Demon Barber of Fleet Street A Musical Thriller’. From Wednesday 15th to Saturday 18th June this black comedy will be performed at The Brook Entertainment Centre in Soham. The plot follows the infamous homicidal career of Sweeney, the unjustly exiled barber, who returns …
Local pet supplies business Jurassic Bark will be 2 years old as of the 28th of May and are inviting local people and businesses to gather at their store in Littleport. They will also be giving one customer the chance to win a £50 voucher with raffle tickets given for every purchase made. The owners, Ania …
On Thursday 12th May cadets from 42F (King’s Lynn) Squadron and 1094 (Ely) Squadron took part in a tug of war with a difference. A team of cadets and staff of the Squadron pulled a Tornado GR4 aircraft down part of the runway at RAF Marham in Norfolk on a beautiful evening. The RAF Tornado …
Quite frankly there are no horrors in our magazine this week, which is the biggest edition to date. MORE CONTENT – LESS ADVERTS = MORE ENJOYMENT from a community publication Over 20 articles and 100 events its time to start reading E4Ely every Friday afternoon Pages this week:
The residents of Stretham are gearing up for their Feast weekend, which starts on Friday 13th May with an open mic family picnic and BBQ on the villages Recreation Ground. The whole weekend is packed with activities for the whole community. The theme of the Feast for 2016 is the Queen’s 90th Birthday. On Saturday …
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