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Little Thetford village is gearing up for its annual village Feast which will take place on Saturday 8th July from 12-4pm at the Village Hall and Recreation Ground. Local Hero Bert Russell and Lucy Frazer MP will be opening the event at 12pm. Lots of activities will be on offer for all ages including a …
Little Thetford Village Feast: Fun for all the Family! Read More »
[vc_row 0=””][vc_column][vc_column_text 0=””] This weekend should see warmer and dryer weather for one of Ely’s Big Days Out, “Aquafest 2017”. While participants of the water-based fun day won’t mind the wet weather, for the thousands of onlookers that flock to the banks of the Great Ouse will welcome the warmer temperatures for what promises to …
Warmer and dryer weather approaches for Aquafest Read More »
The class of ‘78 from the City of Ely College will abseil down their old school building – the soon to be demolished Needham’s Tower – to raise money for charity. Ian Cox (top left), Geoffrey Everett (top rt), Robert Skinner and Elaine Pullar. Four of the former students met up and agreed that turning 50 would …
Fond Farewell from Class of 78 to Needhams Tower with Charity Abseil Read More »
Less than two weeks to go before our big event (Feb 13th during the half term) and we are busy preparing for the day’s activities. Brand new to East Cambridgeshire, we wanted to showcase the Repair Café running at the basement of the Conference Centre. Expert repairers will be on site to help people fix …
This Christmas we are celebrating the 10th Anniversary of The Angela Mellor Studio & Gallery on December 3rd/4th & 10th/11th 10.30am-5pm Angela’s love of ceramics began whilst teaching in the early 70’s and she furthered her studies in 1984 at the University of East Anglia under the direction of Peter Lane, the ceramist and author, who became …
Internationally Acclaimed Artist Celebrates 10 years in Ely Read More »
From The Same Company That Brought You Sister Act Cat Theatre Company, Ely Are Back With Beauty And The Beast The Pantomime 15th -17th December 2016 Ely College Tickets on Sale Now ‘She warned him not to be deceived by appearances, for beauty is found within…’ CAT THEATRE ARE BACK WITH BEAUTY AND THE BEAST …
'Try The Grey Stuff, It's Delicious! Don't Believe Me? Ask The Dishes!’ Read More »
Jane Fellows takes inspiration for her work from the glass she observes everyday while working at The Stained Glass Museum in Ely Cathedral. Jane started work their as a volunteer 6 years ago. She has been doodling since young and while taking a break with children she created her work while at home and from …
The speaker for Ely City Amnesty Group’s seventh annual lecture is Paul Joseph, a close friend and political ally of Nelson Mandela. The South African was just 16 when he became an activist, was jailed, became an Amnesty prisoner of conscience – and fled to Britain in 1965, where he and his family obtained political …
Amnesty Lecturer and Friend of Nelson Mandela Speaks Read More »
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. …
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 …
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. …
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 »
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 »
Opens at the Babylon Gallery Saturday 14 May – meet the artists this Saturday 2 – 4pm An exhibition of new contemporary textile work opens at the Babylon Gallery on Ely’s Waterside on Saturday 14 May and continues to Sunday 12 June. stitch-links are a group of 5 contemporary textile artists who are scattered around …
Stitch-Links : Contemporary Textile Art Exhibition. Read More »
On Saturday 14th May, Wicken Recreation Ground will be the venue for the 13th Wicken Beer Festival run by a group of volunteers from the village to fund raise for play equipment. Over the years the group have managed to install a multi-use games arena, installed play equipment and supported local groups who use the …
Wicken Beer Festival 14th May 2016 4 pm until the beer runs out…… Read More »
The first BACFAD in 2016 takes the form of a short afternoon-only taster session for young boys currently in the year 2,3 or 4 groups (and their parents or guardians). The aim is to have lots of fun! Please note that there is no charge for this very special event, but we do need to know …
Joining us in our midwinter revels will be Black Annis Molly, Good Easter Molly Gang,Holly Copse Molly, The Norwich Kitwiches, Mepal Molly Men, Old Glory Molly Dancers, Ox Blood Molly Dancers and Seven Champions Molly Dancers. With so many sides from different parts of the country you’ll be sure to see a remarkable variety of …
Ely Writers’ Day will take place in Ely Library on 19th March 2016 from 1000 to 1500 when there will be a number of speakers talking about writing and time to network. At the end of the day, the winners of the Short Story Competition will be announced. The event is free to attend Ely …
Sing! Choirs and GO Sing! Start their new terms next week on Tuesday 12 January and Thursday 14 January. Now in its 5th year Sing! Choirs attracts people from all over Ely as well as the surrounding villages to come and Sing! a great selection of pop, rock and songs from the shows. With two …
Little Miracles has been nominated this year as the Minster Taverns Christmas Charity and they wanted to do something different from the norm. Instead of this year asking for donations, they plan to get a wish list of gifts they would like to see under this years Christmas Tree. Anyone is invited to then view …
Huge success with latest Big Band Show The Ely Rotary Club’s seventh Big Band show at the Community College on Saturday was a resounding success, with favourable comments from all sections of the sell-out audience. Opus 17, the well-known big band from Royston, provided the excellent choice of numbers from the 1940s, for the concert …
This years Ouse Washes Experience provides a wonderful opportunity for youth groups to fundraise for our Rotary charities which include Pos+Ability, a local stroke support group. We are interested to hear from any youth groups that would like to take part in the Youth Group Challenge, the winners of which will be the youth team …
A volunteering project offering support to families of young children in Lincolnshire/Norwich with autistic spectrum disorders Last year I had a try at volunteering in the UK and it turned out to be one of the most astonishing experiences of my life, so I am doing it again! I hope to be, ‘walking the walk …
Blue Thunder helped raise over £800 with their gig in the Hereward on behalf of the Breast Cancer Charity, Coppafeel. Organised by Jake Scott-Paul, the money raised will be added to the target he has already cleared to do the walk along The Great Wall of China with 3 band members of Union J, Jamie, …
Jake, 34, is hoping to raise thousands of pounds for breast cancer charity Coppafeel as he takes on a trek across the world’s most famous wall with other fund-raisers and members of the pop band Union J – who appeared on the X Factor in 2012. The feat is being backed by the Sun newspaper, …
Jake to join Union J on Great Wall trek for Coppafeel Read More »
Local businesses, including Spotted in Ely, will be hosting an event through the Cambridgeshire Chamber of Commerce on Friday 3rd July at the Market Square in Ely. We are there to give out lots of magazines, so if you haven’t got your copy then come see us. We will be there from 10am to 2pm. …
Family Fun over a Relaxing Weekend The Haddenham Beer Festival is approaching fast, and will be held on the Recreation Ground in Haddenham from the 3rd to the 5th of July, with drinks being served in the Pavilion and live music, food, stalls and family events being help on the Recreation Ground. The Haddenham Beer …
Etsy Cambridge, a group of Cambridgeshire designer-makers and vintage specialists who all have shops on the global online handmade marketplace Etsy, are coming to Ely for one weekend in July. They’re holding their latest pop-up shop event in the beautiful riverside Babylon Gallery on Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th July, 10-5 each day. The pop-up …
On Saturday 27 June, Ely Farmers’ Market will be celebrating 15 years of providing shoppers with some of the best local produce around. The day will be marked with food demonstrations, the chance to sample tasters of delicacies available for sale as well as the opportunity to enter a prize draw to win a hamper …
Come and celebrate 15 years of Ely Farmers Market Read More »
Once again, G’s Open farm Sunday was a huge success with even more people attending this year than in past years. The day, designed to give an understanding to farming especially on such a large scale certainly provokes a positive response to one of the areas leading employers. Many of the stands and shows are …
Although the official badminton season is over, Ely Victoria will again operate a weekly summer club which starts Tuesday 2nd June. £4.50 Adults / £3 Juniors (Covering all court time and feather shuttle use). No membership or regular commitment required, simply pay as you play. 7-10pm 3 courts initially available but this will be extended to 4 when attendance increases. If you are a club …
WHEN: 10am to 3pm WHERE: G’s Social Centre, Hainey Farm, Barway CB7 5TZ (signposted off the A142 between Stuntney & Soham) ENTRY, PARKING & TOURS: Free entry, parking and tours. Disabled facilities. Indoor and outdoor activities – all farm tours are on covered trailers. Sorry, no dogs allowed. Proceeds from the day …
Every June, Independent Phoenix Traders across the country raise money for the fabulous charity Together for Short lives, formerly Children’s Hospices. Many traders host Butterfly Tea Parties – my own party is at my Ely house on Friday 19th June from 11am to 9pm. Phoenix Trading releases a set of products especially designed for the BTPs …
The Enterprising Communities Partnership, is hosting ‘The Skills Springboard’ in Ely at the Maltings on Tuesday 23 June. This is designed to help local people take the next important steps back into work. Workshops will be led by businesses, including Waitrose, Lloyds Bank and The Cambridge Business Lounge and include CV and Covering letter support …
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Mike Leigh’s 1970s classic starring David Moat (Laurence), Sarah Dowd Crosby (Bev), Rania Kurdi (Sue), John Bedford (Tony) & Kirsten Martin (Angie) will hit The Brook stage in June! Abigail’s Party opened in April 1977 at the Hampstead Theatre and is most well-known for the arranged recording produced at the BBC as a Play for …
The latest half marathon in the region was run on Sunday from the Ross Pears Sports Centre in Soham in which over 100 runners took part. It was perfect weather for the endurance race in which Alan Darby from the Ely Runners won in a time of 1 hour and 15 minutes. Martin Gear from …
“Have a great time at Ely Museum this Half Term! Join us for fun crafts inspired by the popular Hickory Dickory Dock Rhyme! Have fun exploring the museum with a special trail, make fun crafts including your own grandfather clock and mouse to help you complete the rhyme, don’t forget to taste the yummy clock …
This Sunday, Ely District Scouts held an afternoon of football for local Cubs at Ely college. Twenty-five members of all abilities from all across the District were split into four mixed groups, and held a series of ‘friendly’ matches between the teams. There was great support from a crowd of parents and friends, and the …
The race is on the River Great Ouse by Lavender Green Ely. The race starts at the line at Lavender Green. The course runs to a marker buoy opposite the Cutter Inn and returns to the Start Line. The raft that completes the course in the shortest time is the Winner. Race Rules Person …
[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text]Viva is keeping the local community entertained this summer with not one, or two, but three summer shows. Tickets are now on sale for all three shows. Abigail’s Party will be performed at The Brook, Soham from Thursday 4th June to Saturday 6th June. Tickets are £10 / £8 and all three shows will …
A busy weekend in the area for events was opened by “Thumper” the British Lancaster from the Battle of Britain Memorial flight based at RAF Coningsby in Lincolnshire. The fly-past arranged by organisers of the Clowning Around Motorbike being held in Littleport.
Win theatre tickets, local shopping/dining vouchers AND a photoshoot! CAT Theatre Company has teamed up with Cambridge wedding photographer Peter Buncombe (buncombe.co.uk) to launch a Facebook competition ahead of their spring show ‘The Wedding Singer’. The romantic musical comedy, based on the 1998 smash hit movie of the same name, follows 80’s wedding singer Robbie …
The Ely Hereward Rotary Club celebrated its 14th Charter Night with more than 50 members, partners, and guests at the Almonry in Ely last Friday. The Guest Speaker was John Elworthy, editor of the Ely Standard, who gave a passionate, interesting, and informative speech about the need for a strong local press. As a highlight …
Hereward Rotary club donates £1935 to Ely charity Read More »
Macmillan have annouced the return of the Green Bus in April and have asked Spotted in Ely to pass on this information. Our service Our small team of specialists provide a free, face-to-face, information and support service to anyone with concerns about cancer helping with for example: Different cancers and their treatments How cancer affects …
**Calling all local businesses** The shop are currently organising a fundraising event, taking place on March 21st. Sean Foy, the shop owner, will be shaving his head for charity, raising money for The Little Princess Trust. We were hoping that you might be willing to supply us with a suitable prize for our raffle, anything …
After thousands of people came out to enjoy Ely’s first Food and Drink Festival as part of the Eel weekend last year, planning is well under way for 2015 – with the first celebrity chef signed up. Valentine Warner – the renowned food writer and cook, famous for his BBC series ‘What to Eat Now’ …
Sending a belated Valentine to this year’s Food and Drink Festival Read More »
Red Nose Day is back and Sainsbury’s Ely is out in full force to help customers and colleagues fundraise and take up the Red Nose Day challenge to “make your face funny for money”. Fundraising activities at the store will take place on Friday 13th and Saturday 14th March and will include colleagues wearing fancy …
Local singing duo Charlie and Molly will be officially launching their charity CD at Sainsbury’s in Ely tomorrow from 1pm – 3pm. The pair will be performing in the main foyer at the Lisle Lane store to entertain Sainsbury’s shoppers. All proceeds from their debut CD, ‘Wish you were here’, are donated to the Arthur …
Charlie and Molly set to entertain Sainsbury’s shoppers Read More »
Ely was given a surprise on Saturday when Jenny and troop of singers from Rock Vox Choir descended on the Market Square. They sang with different songs and locations to give as many people as possible the chance to hear what the organisation can do. Spotted in Ely was there to record the events and …
[real3dflipbook id=”4″] Spotted in Ely – Issue 2 Now available to view above or download the full PDF version here Nominate someone for the Random Acts of Kindness Competition by clicking here
Planning a clear out or after a bargain?Teachers and parents at Goslings Pre-School in Ely hope their first ever Nearly New Sale will raise enough cash to boost their garden area – just in time for spring.Pre-school manager Michelle Smith hopes the fundraiser on February 21 will help fund new toys, equipment and plants. There …
Fans of classic TV comedy are in for a real treat when “Ely Amateur Dramatic Society performs ‘The Vicar of Dibley’ in February. A stage play by Ian Gower and Paul Carpenter adapted from the original TV series by Richard Curtis and Paul Mayhew-Archer. With kind permission from Tiger Aspect Productions. Samantha Gallop takes on …
Young men and women from Ely and the surrounding area will have the chance to find out about some of the exciting activities that the can take part in when Ely Air Cadet Squadron opens its doors on Wednesday 28th January. The Squadron, which this year is celebrating 50 years since it reformed, normally meets …
Something new for 2015?!!! Booking is now open for all my Sing! Choirs – which includes my choir for young people “GO! Sing!” …. So if you are aged from 8 years to 108 years and love singing contact me to find out more on kathryn@singchoirs.com www.singchoirs.com And here is a taste of our concert …
CAT Theatre Company to take Ely back to the 80’s! CAT is hugely excited to announce that their spring musical will be…‘The Wedding Singer’! Based on the 1998 smash hit movie of the same name (starring Adam Sandler and Drew Barrymore) The Wedding Singer, set in the 1980’s, is an extravaganza of shoulder pads, glitter and big hair! Director …
There are only 3 days to go until the Ely Christmas Lights Switch On and for the first time we are revealing the running order of this fantastic event! The event begins at 4pm and the lights turn on at 7pm. We hope to see you there and don’t forget to follow our Facebook page: Ely …
Its almost Christmas time once again and its less than three weeks until the ‘Big Switch On!’. On the 28th November, be prepared to enjoy an evening of entertainment varying from stalls to live acts on stage. You can visit Santa Claus in his Grotto, have an enjoyable ride in the teacups and meet Cinderella …
The 8th November will see the local area’s biggest Firework Display on Cherry Hill starting at 5.30pm. The big community family event brings in large crowds of people from all over our region and is now noted as one of our Big Annual Events. BUY TICKETS IN ADVANCE Family tickets, for two adults and two …
COMPETITION TIME Your chance to win 2 VIP Tickets to the fabulous show The Wizard of Oz (On Friday 19th December, 7.30pm at Ely College.) Look at this photograph and identify where, in Ely, Dorothy left her ruby slippers. To be in with a chance of winning, post your answer on the Campaign Amateur Theatre …
Residents in Ely are getting the chance to have their say on how the green space which is part of the new North Ely development will look. East Cambridgeshire District Council and Sheila Flynn are working together to develop the design and layout for the new North Ely Park through a three week consultation. The …
On the surface, Ely appears to be a thriving, peaceful and tranquil city but every year on the approach to All Hallow’s Eve, stories of murder, lost souls and mournful victims seep out from its haunted streets. To understand the spooky going-ons and ghostly appearances – those who are brave enough are invited to join …
Dare you visit the most haunted small city in Europe? Read More »
Need to know what variety of apple grows in your garden? Want to enter the record books for the longest apple peel or even take part in an apple and spoon race? Well anyone can in Ely this Saturday (18 October) in the city’s fourteenth Apple Festival organised and ran by East Cambridgeshire District Council …
Cox, Bramley or Pippin? Find out at our Apple Festival Read More »
Next week, hundreds of students and businesses will be coming together at the first annual East Cambridgeshire Careers & Skills Fair. The event will give around a 1,000 Year 11 and Sixth Form students from the four secondary schools in the district the chance to talk to 50 of the top employers in East Cambridgeshire …
Local businesses unite to help 1000 young people Read More »
Women across Cambridgeshire have the chance to raise money for Breast Cancer research and help women in Africa by donating their old, unwanted or unloved bras starting this October. Local authorities in the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Waste Partnership are supporting the charity Against Breast Cancer by launching a ‘Bin your Bra’ campaign during Breast Cancer …
Kaitlyn (3) and Lydia (5) are excited to announce their “Fairy Mission Exhibition” at Ely Library! The exhibition celebrates the creative processes the girls have taken in making their own books & developing a Children in Need project. It’s up now, and will run until November 1st. If you’re in the area, they invite you …
A fantastic and well known local youth organisation (1094 Ely ATC) is opening its doors with the hope to recruit new Cadets. On Wednesday 1st October Ely ATC will be hosting an open evening for anyone interested in joining the organisation, as either Civilian Staff or a Cadet. We at Spotted In Ely recommend a …
Last weekend saw the Great Autumn Show of 2014 at the Paradise Centre. This is Ely Horticultural Society one big outing each year and although the show nearly didn’t happen, the committee pulled together and made it a tremendous success. Over 100 exhibits were on show and many prizes given out. Many prizes we’re award …
Kate Potter earlier this year lost her father suddenly, after suffering a fatal heat-attack. Lester Potter was a keen sportsman and cyclist who had started plans to ride from Geneva to Milan in June of this year. Along with Nicola Bell and Finlay MacLean, Kate has taken up his challenge and decided to ride a …
This weekend visitors to Ely’s Markets will be able to enjoy a bumper weekend with something for everyone over the Saturday, Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday on Ely Market Place. Saturday hosts the regular Craft & Collectables Market with a number of guest stalls along the High Street plus the award winning popular Farmers’ Market …
Take a trip to Ely Markets this Bank Holiday Weekend Read More »
Monster Racing staged their fourth middle distance and their second olympic distance triathlon around Ely on Sunday, 17th August. These events were long sold out with a great mix of triathletes taking part. From newcomers to the sport to GB age groupers. Plus Monster Racing events are well supported with a generous prize fund from …
Yesterday saw the start of potential future stars from Ely in the form of 15 year old’s Charlie & Molly. They performed live for the first time in their home town in front of family, friends and members of the public at the Liberty Bell of Forehill. Currently recording their first album in aid of …
20 students and staff from Ely College Sixth Form will be travelling to the slum area of Kenya called Nakuru in October. They will be working alongside other teachers and students at the African Adventures Foundation school. Their mission to help build and decorate new classrooms, run multi-sport programmes, as well as cook and feed …
450 Monster Athletes! [gss ids=”1931,1930,1929″] Our BIG event… The ECF Monster Middle & Olympic sponsored by PWR+ promise an “iconic” river swim, a flat and fast bike through sleepy Cambridgeshire villages and a challenging but great run through the City in the shadow of the historic Ely Cathedral. These events are sold out with a great mix of triathletes taking …
Many of you may remember a couple of weeks we asked the question, would anyone support re-inventing the Ely Carnival for 2015? Well we got so many yes’s and not one single no, that we decided to make some enquiries. Firstly, I spoke to a couple of councillors who agreed in principle that they would …
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