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East Cambridgeshire District Council (ECDC)

Final Days for East Cambs Businesses to Apply for Capital Grants up to £15,000

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There are only a few days left for growing and innovative businesses in East Cambridgeshire to apply for a capital grant of up to £15,000. The scheme, delivered by East Cambridgeshire District Council and funded through the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority’s Rural England Capital Growth Fund, closes for Expressions of Interest at midnight on …

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Paul Bristow at the Electrotechnical Training and Careers Alliance roundtable with, left, Keith Sanderson, Head of Skills Delivery and Andrew Eldred, Deputy Chief Executive of the Electrical Contractors' Association.

Mayor Launches Alliance to Boost Electrical Apprenticeships Across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough

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Mayor Paul Bristow is taking action to address the decline in electrical apprenticeships across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough. The Combined Authority has a key role in boosting apprenticeship numbers across all sectors, supporting local businesses with the skilled workers they need to grow, and helping more residents access well-paid, sustainable careers. Businesses across the region have …

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Ely Hero Awards 2025

Ely Hero Awards 2025 – An Enchanted Evening Where Heroes Bloom

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Ely came alive on Friday 19th September with an unforgettable celebration of kindness, strength, and community spirit at the Ely Hero Awards 2025. It was truly an enchanted evening where heroes bloom and change blossoms, as friends, families, and Sponsors gathered to honour extraordinary individuals who make a real difference in the lives of others. …

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Oliver Cromwell House

TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF OLIVER CROMWELL’S HOUSE POSTPONED UNTIL SPRING 2026

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Oliver Cromwell’s House, one of Ely’s most iconic and historically significant landmarks, was due to close for restoration October 14th for temporary period.  However, due to an unavoidable delay the work will now be postponed until Spring 2026. These works form part of an ongoing commitment to preserve and protect this nationally important site, ensuring …

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Ely Bathrooms Showroom

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Discover Your Dream Bathroom at Ely Bathrooms Showroom! Transform your space with Ely Bathrooms Ltd, your premier destination for stunning bathroom designs in Ely, Cambridgeshire! Visit our state-of-the-art showroom to explore a curated collection of luxurious bathroom suites, modern and traditional fixtures from top brands like Claygate, Roper Rhodes, Calypso, Eastbrook and Bathrooms to Love.We …

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Waitrose Ely Opening

Waitrose Ely Unveils Multi-Million Pound Store Refurbishment

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Waitrose Ely has just completed a multi-million pound refurbishment designed to offer customers an inspiring shopping experience.  The store has been trading throughout the updates, which, as well as an expanded range of products throughout the store, include: Charlotte Stanton, Waitrose Ely Branch Manager, said: “Our shop has been transformed to give our food-loving customers …

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Oliver Cromwell's House

TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF OLIVER CROMWELL’S HOUSE

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Oliver Cromwell’s House, one of Ely’s most iconic and historically significant landmarks, will be temporarily closed to the public from 14th October 2025 to allow for essential structural repairs to the front beam of the building. These works form part of an ongoing commitment to preserve and protect this nationally important site, ensuring it remains …

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Cambridgeshire Chamber of Commerce Rising Stars

Cambridgeshire Chamber Team Members Nominated for Global Rising Star Award

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Two members of the team at Cambridgeshire Chambers of Commerce have been shortlisted for a prestigious global award recognising outstanding talent across the UK. Connor Butler and Dr Ilona Karpanos have been named finalists in the Rising Star category at the 2025 British Chamber Awards, a key event in the UK business calendar run by …

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British Dog Fields of the Year - Cambridgeshire

Ely Dog Field Wins Top Regional Award and Heads to UK Finals

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Ely Dog Field situated in Little Downham, Cambridgeshire – has been awarded 1st Place in the British Dog Field of the Year Competition for the Cambridgeshire & Rutland division. This exciting win means the field will now advance to the National Finals, competing against top dog fields from across the UK. Located just three miles from Ely in the village of Little Downham, …

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Out and about by bus

CAMBS BUS OPERATOR’S JOURNEY ASSISTANCE CARDS HELP EVERYONE GET OUT AND ABOUT

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Cambridgeshire residents who may need extra help and support to travel on the bus have been encouraged to get out and about with a range of free Journey Assistance Cards. Stagecoach East’s drivers have an outstanding reputation for helping vulnerable customers, but not all specific needs are obvious or visible, so a Journey Assistance Card …

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Arthur Rank - Get your lead on

Arthur Rank Hospice Charity Launches ‘Lead On’ Challenge with Eye-Catching Ely Shop Window Display

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The Arthur Rank Hospice Charity Ely shop window has been taken over by four-legged friends to promote its latest fundraising initiative, Lead On – a pet walking challenge inviting dog lovers to raise sponsorship while enjoying daily walks with their pups. To kick off the campaign, participating pets enjoyed a photo shoot outside Ely Cathedral …

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The Beauty Box Ely, Littleport

Beauty Treatments in Littleport – The Beauty Box Ely

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Located at Saxon Business Park, Littleport (CB6 1XX), The Beauty Box Ely offers a one-to-one salon experience with a calming and personal touch. We specialise in a wide range of beauty and wellness treatments, including: Prefer to relax at home? We offer mobile beauty appointments across Littleport and surrounding areas. ✨ Gift vouchers available✨ Pamper …

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Spotted in Ely, Announced as Official Media Partner for New Cambridgeshire Business Expo – BNX Expo 2025

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New one-day business expo set for October in Ely aims to connect local and national exhibitors with hundreds of attendees. Business Networking Expos has confirmed Spotted in Ely as the official media partner for the upcoming BNX Expo, a brand new Cambridgeshire business event which will take place on Tuesday, 28 October 2025 at Ely …

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Olivia Seccombe and Ian Mitchell announced as new Board Members at Cambridgeshire Chambers of Commerce

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The Cambridgeshire Chambers of Commerce is delighted to announce that Olivia Seccombe and Ian Mitchell have been appointed to the Chamber Board effective immediately. Cambridgeshire Chambers of Commerce represent 60,023 businesses and 238,600 employees across the county. Acting as the voice of the local business community, the Chamber advocates on their behalf, championing key issues …

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Cambridgeshire Chambers of Commerce

Raise a Glass to Summer at the Chambers’ Annual Summer Drinks Reception in Ely

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Join business leaders, professionals, and community members for a vibrant afternoon of networking, refreshments, and celebration at the Annual Summer Drinks Reception, held at the prestigious Old Hall Ely on the beautiful Cathedral Terrace. Taking place just a mile from the historic heart of Ely, this grand Jacobean manor offers the perfect setting for an …

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STAGECOACH EAST SUPPORTS ARMED FORCES DAY 2025 WITH FREE TRAVEL FOR MILITARY, VETERANS AND CADETS TRAVELLING TO EVENTS

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Cambridgeshire’s biggest bus operator, Stagecoach East, is proud to support Armed Forces Day 2025 by offering free bus travel to serving military, veterans, and cadets across its network during the Armed Forces Day weekend from Friday 27 to Sunday 29 June. The initiative covers all Stagecoach East local bus services, allowing members of the Armed …

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The Courtyyard Littleport

Small Business Units to Rent at Saxon Business Park, Littleport – From £300+VAT

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Exciting small business premises to rent at The Courtyard at Saxon Business Park, Littleport Small business and retail units ideal for start ups and retail. We have everyone from hairdressers to bakers and accountants to florists using our units – a great mix of businesses creating a lively, welcoming environment. Saxon Business Park is an …

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SME Awards 2025 - Cathedral View Childcare Ltd

Cathedral View Childcare Wins Big at SME Cambridgeshire Business Awards 2025

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TRIPLE AWARD WIN FOR CATHEDRAL VIEW CHILDCARE AT SME CAMBRIDGESHIRE BUSINESS AWARDS Cathedral View Childcare has won three prestigious honours at the 2025 SME Cambridgeshire Business Awards, including two Golds and a Silver. The Ely-based nursery took Gold for both Business Woman of the Year – recognising the achievements of owner and manager Hayley Pierson …

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The Cambridge Building Society

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

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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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Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Combined Authority (CPCA)

Funding Approved for Littleport Business & Community Centre

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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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Ely City Crusaders FC U9

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

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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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Pymoor builder Paul Barrow receives national recognition

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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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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

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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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Save Our Cinema

WE WILL SAVE OUR CINEMA

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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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Local business wins prestigious Inclusive Wedding Award

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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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Mayor visits world leading surgical robotics business based in Ely

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

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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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East Cambridgeshire District Council (ECDC)

Shop Watch Attracts 100 Members in East Cambs

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More than 100 businesses across East Cambridgeshire have now signed up to the East Cambs Community Safety Partnership’s Shop Watch scheme. Shop Watch is a scheme similar to Neighbourhood Watch. Running via WhatsApp it allows businesses to effectively communicate with each other to help tackle shoplifting and anti-social behaviour. It is being organised by East …

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Apprenticeships thriving in East Cambridgeshire

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Businesses across East Cambridgeshire are being encouraged to consider the benefits of apprenticeships as part of the council’s drive to mark Apprenticeship Week (5th February to 11th February) The number of young people enrolled on apprenticeships in East Cambridgeshire is one of the highest levels across the county, with 11.4% of 18-year-olds enrolled. But currently, …

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Exclusive resource portal launched for East Cambridgeshire businesses

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Businesses across East Cambridgeshire are being encouraged to sign up for a new resource portal dedicated to helping them gain a competitive edge in today’s dynamic economic landscape. East Cambridgeshire District Council’s Economic Development team has written to more than 5000 businesses, encouraging them to register their interest. Those that sign up will gain free …

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East Cambs Businesses Invited to Shop Watch Launch

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Businesses that want to find out more about Shop Watch in East Cambridgeshire and collect a free Members’ Pack are invited to a special event on Tuesday 5th December. Shop Watch is a scheme similar to Neighbourhood Watch. Running via WhatsApp it allows businesses to effectively communicate with each other to help tackle shoplifting and …

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Employment shortfall to be addressed in Littleport

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Plans for a £1.5 million project to address a shortfall of jobs and office space in Littleport have been given the backing by East Cambridgeshire District Council. The council has approved £550,000 towards the cost of improving and expanding the E-Space North Business Centre into a dynamic hub to support the formation and growth of …

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Enhance Unveils Its State of the Art Dental Facility, Setting a New Standard in Dental Care

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Enhance, a renowned dental practice in the UK, officially opened the doors to its new site to the public on June 23rd. The highly anticipated launch reinforces Enhance’s position as a leading dental facility, and signifies a groundbreaking milestone for Enhance, as it positions itself as a pioneer in dental care, offering patients an unparalleled …

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Ben’s Yard Opens 30th June 2023: Discover Shopping, Hospitality and Untamed Nature

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Nestled amidst the scenic, 2,500-acre Stuntney Estate in Ely, in Cambridgeshire, this picturesque rural retail village, halfway between London and Norfolk, is unlike any other. It’s a destination to be explored, a naturally immersive experience to be enjoyed; a place where sophisticated shopping, inclusive hospitality and untamed nature meet. Mark your calendars for an unmatched retail experience, where the service …

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Council Offers Free Nick Elston Mental Health Sessions for Businesses

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Businesses and employers in East Cambridgeshire are being given the opportunity to sign up for free mental health seminars. Nick Elston – award winning mental health speaker and transformational speaking coach – will be delivering the first of five online mental health seminars at midday on Monday 22th May. The seminars have been organised by …

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Ben’s Yard: Visit Local British Businesses at New Retail Village

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Ben’s Yard is the new dynamic retail village located in Ely (near Cambridge), set to open in Summer 2023. The new go-to destination is halfway between London and Norfolk, making it the perfect stop-over for Londoners heading out of the city. With universal access, Ben’s Yard plays host to retailers including local businesses and great …

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Style and Comfort at Gravel Farm Self-Catering Cottages

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Gravel Farm Cottages comprise four stylish and luxurious self-catering properties located on a family-farm near Stretham, just five miles south of the beautiful Cathedral City of Ely in Cambridgeshire. Close to local amenities, yet delightfully rural and secluded, it is perfect for holidays, business travel, family and friend celebration weekends and mini-breaks. Dog, wheelchair and …

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Government is Running Out of Time to Support Businesses in Urgent Need

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The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) has written to the Prime Minister, Chancellor of the Exchequer and both leadership candidates for the Conservative Party proposing a comprehensive five-point plan to provide vital support to UK businesses.   The BCC five-point plan to support businesses includes the following measures:  Ofgem to be given more power to strengthen …

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New COVID-19 Funding Round – Eligible Businesses Encouraged to Apply for a Double Discount on Business Rates

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Businesses that experienced a downturn in trade as a result of the Covid pandemic but missed out on earlier grants or subsidies are being given a final opportunity to apply for a double discount on their business rates. East Cambridgeshire District Council believes more than 500 businesses across the district have yet to apply for …

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Ely Business Networking Organiser Network Central Wins Business Champion 2022 Award for Covid Success Against the Odds!

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Champions in Crisis 2022 awarded for resilience and quick thinking in pandemic. Ely Breakfast Networking for Business are delighted to share some news! Network Central, the new home of 4Networking, the national business networking organisation, has won the National Champions in Crisis 2022 Award at Canary Wharf’s East Wintergardens on Wednesday 23rd March. The group was …

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New Business Centre in Ely Library Will Offer a ‘One Stop’ Hub for all Things Business, Education, Training and Qualifications!

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The Business & IP Centre (BIPC) Cambridgeshire & Peterborough officially launched its BIPC Local hub at Ely Library on Monday 28th March.  This was the first launch event of the week with Wisbech, Huntingdon and Peterborough coming online in the following days. The Ely launch, which was well attended by key local stakeholders, partners, and …

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Eligible Businesses Urged to Apply for COVID Grant Before Deadline

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Businesses operating in the hospitality, leisure and accommodation sectors across East Cambridgeshire are being encouraged to check if they are eligible for a one-off COVID grant of up to £6000 before the deadline on 18th March 2022. The Omicron Hospitality and Leisure Grant Scheme (OHLGS), has been made available by Central Government in recognition that …

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Her Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant of Cambridgeshire Keynote Speaker at Chamber Event to Celebrate International Women’s Day

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Delegates are encouraged to help create a gender equal world to celebrate International Women’s Day at Peterborough Cathedral on Tuesday 8th March. This annual, prestigious event in the Chamber calendar is expected to be another sell out with over 100 business people in attendance. International Women’s Day is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural …

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Announcing the High Profile Business Representatives set to Judge BIPC Jumpstart Applications

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Further to the launch of BIPC Jumpstart last month, the Business & IP Centre (BIPC)  Cambridgeshire & Peterborough has today introduced the judges that are now signed up to  support the programme and choose its winners.   BIPC Jumpstart offers grants, resources and support designed to help start-up businesses get set  and grow. £30k of grants …

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BIPC Cambridgeshire and Peterborough launches Jumpstart, Offering Grants, Resources and Support to Local New Businesses

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In celebration of its recent expansion across the region, the Business & IP Centre (BIPC) Cambridgeshire & Peterborough has announced the launch of a brand new support programme to businesses in the area.   BIPC Jumpstart is a unique initiative offering grants, resources and support designed to help start-up businesses get set and grow. In the …

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Money for Miles! Elyte Fitness Aims to Raise Hundreds of Pounds for Children in Need!

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Elyte Fitness aims to raise £1,000 for Children in Need and convert the money raised into miles, which they will collectively cycle within 24 hours. Staff members Courtney Pettifor, Ollie Rutherford and Sam Loveday, from Elyte Fitness, will start the challenge on Thursday 11th November at 18:00 and aim to complete all the miles by …

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Cambridgeshire Chambers of Commerce appoints Harvey Bibby as Chair of Ely and East Cambs Chamber Committee

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The Cambridgeshire Chambers of Commerce (CCC) is delighted to announce Harvey Bibby has been appointed to chair the Ely and East Cambs Chamber Committee. He will be taking over from Jo Evans who will still remain on the Chamber Board. Harvey is Marketing and Development Director at Grovemere Property Limited and has been instrumental in …

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New homes Sales Consultant set to take on Cambridge Half Marathon

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Vistry East Midlands employee Damien Crosby has signed up to run the TTP Cambridge Half Marathon to raise vital funds for the Arthur Rank Hospice Charity. The 29-year-old sales consultant from Cambridge will be competing in the 13.1-mile race on Sunday 17th October in memory of his late grandmother Marina. Damien is aiming to raise …

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Countrystyle Enters into Partnership with Soham Town Rangers

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Soham Town Rangers Football Club, based in Cambridgeshire are currently members of the Northern Premier League Division One Midlands and play at Julius Martin Lane. Countrystyle Recycling is pleased to announce that it will be partnering the club this season. The partnership is a welcomed opportunity to promote the importance of the sustainability and sport …

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Last Chance to Apply for Coronavirus Restart Grant

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East Cambridgeshire District Council is urging eligible businesses to apply for the Coronavirus Restart Grant before the deadline on 30th June. The Coronavirus Restart Grant is available for businesses with a business rates account in the non-essential retail, hospitality, accommodation, leisure, personal care, or gym sectors. The scheme was launched to provide a one-off grant to …

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Spotted in Ely Legacy Continues with Help from Trustees and Local Businesses

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A new radio station which is building on the work of Ely community stalwart Mark Cooney is being supported by local housebuilder Vistry East Midlands. Mark, who was diagnosed with incurable cancer earlier this year, founded the Spotted in Ely community Facebook page in 2013 and has grown its online audience to more than 28,000 …

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Helping Cambridgeshire Close the Loop on Vegware Waste Collections

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Countrystyle Recycling have teamed up with sister company Envar to provide a “Closed Loop” collection service for all hospitality companies, caterers, cafes plus many more companies who uses Vegware products. This is great news for Ely and Cambridgeshire Companies, as this new service provides a “True Closed Loop” recycling service for compostable packaging from restaurants …

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Create a New Opportunity at Deanta in April

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Deanta UK Ltd From our HQ in Ely we offer an extensive range of market-leading interior door solutions. With over 20 years’ experience, we are a forward-thinking, innovative company, working hard to revolutionise the door industry with an ever-expanding range of premium doors and accessories. What Makes Us Different? We are a rapidly growing business. …

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Ely Cathedral and Soham Church End ‘iffy Wifi’ and Soar Digital to New Heights

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Soon more people will be able to log on to the internet whilst out and about in Ely, thanks to the latest stage of work to extend free Wifi in East Cambridgeshire.  Work started today (Tuesday 23rd March) on hugely extending digital connectivity in both Ely and Soham – in each case, using ecclesiastical landmarks …

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East Cambs and HSE Team up to make sure Businesses are COVID-Secure

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East Cambridgeshire District Council is working with the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) to contact operational businesses within the district to check they continue to have the necessary COVID-secure measures in place and to help tackle coronavirus (COVID-19) in the local area. During the checks, advice and guidance will be provided to manage risk and …

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Third Round of Additional Restrictions Grant Launched to Help a Wider Range of Businesses

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East Cambridgeshire District Council has published details of its third round of the Additional Restrictions Grant (ARG) scheme, which has widened its eligibility criteria to support more businesses affected by national restrictions. The ARG scheme is designed to support businesses impacted by the COVID-19 restrictions in place from 26th December 2020 – 15th February 2021 that have …

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Business Discretionary Grant for Second Lockdown Opens Today

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East Cambridgeshire District Council is inviting businesses severely impacted by COVID-19 to apply for its discretionary funding from noon today.  The Additional Restrictions Grant, which is in addition to the Local Restrictions Support Grant announced last week, will focus on supporting two priority categories with the central government funding; those businesses legally required to close …

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Last call for local businesses to share their comments on the impact of COVID-19

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East Cambridgeshire District Council’s online survey to assess the impact of COVID-19 on local businesses and tailor its future support is closing soon. The purpose of the survey is to capture information about how the pandemic has affected businesses and provide an overview of the predicted long-term effects. The council will then use this data …

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East Cambs District Council to Assess COVID-19 Impact on Local Business

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East Cambridgeshire District Council is launching an online survey to assess the impact of COVID-19 on businesses in the District. The survey will remain open until 16th October 2020. The purpose of the survey is to capture information about how the pandemic has affected businesses and provide an overview of the predicted long-term effects. The Council …

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The Orchards – the exceptional new care home in Ely

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We are delighted to announce that The Orchards is now welcoming new residents into our beautiful caring community. The stunning home provides the very best possible residential and dementia care to older people in a beautiful, positive and safe environment.  We fully understand people’s anxieties during this worrying time; but want to reassure you that …

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East Cambridgeshire District Council calls for business to claim remaining grant funding

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East Cambridgeshire District Council is urging businesses to check their eligibility for the small business and retail, hospitality and leisure COVID-19 grants. The Council has so far paid £11,355,000, 72% of available funding and is waiting on responses from the remaining eligible businesses in order to process their applications. The Council is doing its upmost …

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Council calls for small businesses to utilise available coronavirus funding

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East Cambridgeshire District Council is calling for businesses that it has contacted to return their grant applications for support during the coronavirus pandemic. The council has contacted more than 1,300 businesses in the area informing them that they are eligible for financial support and instructing them on what they need to do to apply for …

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East Cambridgeshire District Council supports businesses impacted by COVID-19

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East Cambridgeshire District Council has contacted all eligible local businesses to support them in accessing vital funding during the coronavirus pandemic. As part of the government’s COVID-19 support package, a £25,000 cash grant is being provided for retail, hospitality and leisure businesses that are operating from premises with rateable value between £15,000 and £51,000. Businesses …

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East Cambridgeshire District Council provides small business support in uncertain times

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East Cambridgeshire District Council has taken action to assist small businesses during the Coronavirus pandemic. The Council has responded to the roll out of the Government small business grant and has contacted all eligible businesses in the area with information about what they need to do, more than 1,000 businesses in total.   The first grant …

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Find Your Perfect Holiday with Archer & Gaher Adventures

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Archer & Gaher AdventuresYour Local Independent Tour Operator If you were to ask 100 people their top ten holiday destinations, you’d expect to find some similarities, wouldn’t you. But why? The world so big and we are so different that we should be able to travel on our globetrotting expeditions and never bump into each …

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Levi Roots Confirmed as Headline Speaker at East Cambs Business Boost 2019

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Reggae Reggae Sauce entrepreneur and Dragons’ Den winner, Levi Roots, is confirmed as headline speaker at East Cambs Business Boost 2019 alongside Google and ex- Special Forces’ Jem Hills. Annual business event East Cambs Business Boost, which is now in its third year, has been created by East Cambridgeshire District Council and Cambridgeshire Chambers of …

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Deanta UK Continues Expansion at Lancaster Way Business Park in Ely

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On Friday the 21st June Déanta UK officially broke ground for an extension to their HQ facility at Lancaster Way Business Park, Ely. Lucy Frazer MP for South East Cambridgeshire attended a reception to mark the occasion with the Déanta team. This event marks significant progress for Déanta, who are currently experiencing rapid growth. The …

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East Cambs Businesses are Invited to Cut Carbon at Free Workshop

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With climate change and energy efficiency a hot topic in the news at the moment, businesses are invited to learn more about how they can be more sustainable and reduce their carbon outputs at a free energy efficiency workshop at the e-Space North business centre in Littleport, Ely on Tuesday 11th June, 8.30-10am. The breakfast …

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Platinum Properties wins ‘Best in County’ title at The ESTAS, the most prestigious Estate & Letting Agent awards in the UK

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The Ely based agency received the ‘Best in County’ title for Cambridgeshire at the prestigious ESTAS 2019. The award was announced by Phil Spencer, the TV property expert at a lavish luncheon & ceremony at the Grosvenor House, Park Lane London attended by 1,000 of the UK’s top property professionals. Phil Spencer, who has hosted …

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Everest Summiteer to speak at annual Celebration of Business in Ely Cathedral

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The Ely Cathedral Business Group committee are thrilled to announce that the Everest Summiteer Ricky Munday will be delivering the keynote speech at the inaugural Celebration of Business dinner in Ely Cathedral’s Lady Chapel on Thursday 16 May 2019. Ricky Munday is an inspirational speaker, international expedition leader, Red Cross delegate and Chartered Accountant. To overcome redundancy, in 2004 …

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Networking Group For Ely Business Women Celebrates One Year Anniversary

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The Ely group of East Anglian Women in Business (EAWIB), celebrated its first anniversary on Wednesday 9th January 2019. The networking group marked the occasion with cake and conversation. East Anglian Women in Business was created by Ward Gethin Archer Director and Family Law Solicitor, Sarah Fairbrother, to provide a local forum where business women …

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Local Building Firm Raises The Roof at National Awards

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An Ely-based building firm is celebrating after scooping a prestigious award at a national ceremony last month. D.G. Building won the title of Best Local Builder or Traditional Craftsperson at the Local Authority Building Control (LABC) Building Excellence Awards Grand Finals. The LABC Building Excellence Awards are the largest business to business awards in the …

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Ely to Celebrate Small Business Saturday with a HUGE GIVEAWAY

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Ellgia a local, community-minded recycling company has pledged to raise the profile of small businesses this Christmas. Partnering with Visit Ely, Ellgia has called upon their wide network of business contacts to seek donations to come up with a variety of free giveaways this December. Joe Hemsley-Rudd, Sales Director at Ellgia said: “We are a …

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