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The whole College took part in an Inter House Games Day on Friday based upon the World Cup. This was no ordinary sports day, the emphasis was definitely on everyone taking part and choosing both a curriculum-based activity and a sport. Students competed in their Houses (Lords, Twickenham, Wembley and Wimbledon) for the House Cup. The day …
Trikes R us, founded in 1995, is one of the biggest trike only clubs in the UK, although based in Lincolnshire, is both a national and international club with members as far away as Scotland and Holland. Each year the club holds its annual rally – TRIKEFEST, and since 2004 the club celebrated its 10th …
Trike Rally raises £1100 for pain relieving machines to be used in local communities Read More »
After four years of watching our students arrive at their Prom with umbrellas & dresses with wet trains, we finally got the weather that we had hoped for. Witchford Village College Prom took place on Friday 29th June and was attended by our Year 11 leavers. Students arrived in style and a large crowd had gathered …
This weekend looks like it’s going to be a hot one, so what better than to rest and relax in the sun at the Haddenham Beer Festival. The beer festival promises a full weekend of live music, great food, plenty for the kids to do, and you can try some of our 64 beers and …
The perfect antidote to a scorching weekend, it’s the Haddenham Beer Festival 2018 Read More »
Former Archbishop of Canterbury Rowan Williams was the guest of honour when he officially opened the head office of the Diocese of Ely Multi-Academy Trust (DEMAT). Dr Williams – now Master of Magdalene College in Cambridge – performed the ceremony with the Bishop of Ely, the Rt Reverend Stephen Conway. DEMAT – which currently runs …
Former Archbishop Opens Academy Trust’s Headquarters Read More »
Supporters of Highfield Littleport Academy (SOHLA) have launched their very own Crowdfunding page on “Just Giving”, to raise funds for an Outdoor shelter for the pupils at the Academy. The addition of an Outdoor classroom/shelter for the pupils would be a huge asset. The Academy is a fantastic new building, purpose built for the needs …
Supporters of Highfield Littleport Academy Launch Crowdfunding Page Read More »
Local charity marks its 10th year of taking school children to walk the Jurassic Coast, raising more than £150,000 to help people recover from cancer The Malcolm Whales Foundation, a charity established in 2008 by former Ely College-teacher Damien Whales in memory of his father, is preparing for its 10th annual Dorset Walk along the …
Ely Children Walking Miles for Whales to Bring Smiles Read More »
Seven members of the Cambs Youth Consultation Panel attended the House of Commons with Sergeant Phil Priestley on Wednesday 20th June for a meeting with Lucy Frazer QC MP to discuss knife crime and youth violence. Parliament was an absolute hive of activity with the Brexit debate heavily underway. Sgt Priestley said “Parliament was absolutely …
Members of the Cambs Youth Consultation Panel attended the House of Commons Read More »
Lantern Community Primary School, Ely, rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted, officially joined CMAT on 1st June 2018. The school had already been working closely with the Trust since the start of the year while the plans were approved by the Department for Education. CMAT (Cambridge Meridian Academies Trust) was formed in 2011 and enabled Swavesey Village …
Lantern Community Primary School joins CMAT Trust Read More »
Ely mum of two Angii Smith has been a massive fan of Prince Harry for many years. So when he announced his engagement to Meghan Markle, she decided that being a part of the wedding welcome crowd was a once in a lifetime opportunity. Angii told Spotted in Ey: “As soon as the date was …
Watching Harry and Meghan ride by was the "icing on the wedding cake" for Ely mum Read More »
Ely will welcome the world to its doorstep this coming Bank Holiday when its celebrated international market returns for a 12th year. The Flavours of the World market will sell everything from authentic North African food to French cheese, Mexican churros and Baltic amber jewellery. Julia Davis, of Ely Markets, said: “People love seeing something …
Bon Appetit! Flavours of the World market returns to Ely Read More »
Selfless sisters Izzy and Poppy Kisby have proved they’re as beautiful on the inside as they are on the outside by having their luscious locks bobbed to help kids with cancer. The Witchford sisters, aged eight and four, braved the chop at Fresh Approach Hairdressers on Saturday. The hair has been donated to Little Princess …
Selfless sisters go for the chop to help kids with cancer Read More »
Eight-year-old Alessandro Rolfe is on a mission: to conquer Mount Snowdon this month. He may live in the flattest part of the country, honing his skills at Clip ‘n’ Climb in Cambridge – but Alessandro’s determined to complete his epic ascend to raise money for seriously sick children. The Ely boy’s been fundraising for children’s …
Ain't no mountain high enough for awesome Alessandro Read More »
Schools across the country are on high alert after receiving bomb threats today. The National Crime Agency said “a number of threatening emails” had been sent to schools this morning. The National Crime Agency is investigating the threats together with police. In a statement the agency said: “We understand that these types of emails can …
It’s day’s like these you imagine being at Centre Court watching famous names like Andy Murray, Roger Federer, Serena Williams and Johanna Konta but somewhere is history these guys have learned to play tennis at their local courts. Probably with a knock about using their local coach to see if the enjoyment and love for …
An iconic Ely adventure playground, recently plagued by litter and vandalism, has gone forever. However, the Ministry of Defence told Spotted in Ely that the decision to remove the playground, known locally as the American Park, was unrelated to its recent troubles. On April 27 the play equipment was dismantled from its site off Heaton …
Where can you buy “Scotch Eggless”, ethical clothing, cruelty-free beauty products – and up-cycled furniture? At Ely’s Vegan and Vintage Fair, of course! Ely Markets is gearing up for its iconic fair this May Day bank holiday weekend. This popular event brings together an eclectic mix of vegan food alongside vintage, retro and traditional market …
A feast for foodies on May Bank Holiday weekend! Read More »
Want to have a go at a Total Wipeout style challenge near Ely? You shore can now! Or at least, on Saturday, May 12, when Cambridge Aqua Park opens to the public. The inflatable obstacle course has now been installed in Stretham, with a “few more finishing touches to the site” to be completed before …
A slice of Paradise will be forever lost for swimming champion Hayley Turner when Ely’s central pool closes this weekend. Hayley’s excited about the opening of The Hive – but the Paradise Pools hold special memories for the Little Downham record-breaker. Nicknamed “Turbo Turner” for her super speeds, at the tender age of nine, Hayley …
Paradise lost but new beginnings for "Turbo" Turner Read More »
In this weeks Spotted in Ely eMagazine – Meet the youth offer their friendship to Florida, The Marathon Runners and much more. We have a competition for you this week, check out our Facebook page for more details. Competition Terms & Conditions You must be able to collect your prize from a CB6 or CB7 …
Spotted in Ely – Issue 11 – Truly Heartwarming Appeal Read More »
Police investigating reports of ivory trafficking have executed warrants in Little Thetford. No arrests were made, but a notice was posted publicly, advising residents that warrants had been executed “at an address in your community”. The action was carried out yesterday by officers from the Cambridgeshire Rural Crime Action Team (RCAT) in conjunction with the National …
Police investigate ivory trafficking in Little Thetford Read More »
A local youth group is fundraising to bring survivors of one of America’s deadliest high school shootings to Ely. During an exclusive interview with Spotted in Ely yesterday, members of the East Cambs Youth Consultation Panel revealed they needed to raise at least £10,000 to bring eight students and two chaperones over in October. They’re …
East Cambs youth invite US school shooting survivors to Ely Read More »
The queue stretched out of the door during the launch of Ely’s first dedicated vegan and gluten free cafe. Lucy at 35 celebrated its grand opening at midday today – and within minutes the cafe was full of foodies curious to try out its colourful cuisine. Any stereotypes of vegan food being bland or boring …
A purge on plastic has been declared in East Cambridgeshire, with councillors unanimously voting to cut down on single use plastic. As the UK prepares to ban plastic straws, cotton buds and other single use plastics from next year, East Cambridgeshire District Council is hoping to take a lead in reducing waste. Across the UK …
Do you believe in fairies? Spotted in Ely has received reports of pixies and dragons flying into Tindalls art supplies shop. Witches and wizards have joined in the mischief – and despite being miles away from the coast, mermaids have managed to swim to the Market Street store. Customers have also reported mysterious sightings of …
Ely Campaign for Real Ale (CamRA) were once again out in force this weekend to present awards to the winning establishments but like the last 2 years, Ely’s awards didn’t take long as all 3 applicable awards went to The Drayman’s Son. This year however was different as a fourth and exclusive award was presented …
Emotional Bon Voyage to former owners of Drayman's Son Read More »
An Ely commuter has started a petition, calling on Great Northern Rail to reconsider changes that will see passengers paying more to travel on the same service. Under the revised timetables, rail users will no longer be able to take full sized bike on the 0858 train – a major blow for bike and train …
Commuter's petition calls on Great Northern to reconsider changes Read More »
The countdown has begun for the launch of Ely’s new leisure centre, with a month to go until it opens, Spotted in Ely can reveal. The Hive is due to open on May 14, with a “soft opening” for swimming lessons transferring from the Paradise Pools set for May 7. Today Spotted in Ely got …
Countdown to the Hive Opening – Spotted in Ely Exclusive Read More »
A free science fair has been gaining momentum at Ely Library, wowing visitors with interactive displays about everything from sound waves to sensory processing. Run by Cambridge Science Centre, the free COSMOS roadshow aims to make science accessible to everyone, staff member Jess Bartlet told Spotted in Ely. “It’s been very popular. We’ve had people …
Thanks to the suggestions of local Ely residents, the team who put on the Ely fireworks display last year have now donated a total of £2,000 to local good causes following the success of the 2017 event. So many amazing local causes were nominated that the team are evaluating many of the other groups that …
Sparks Fly for 2 more Ely groups who benefit from Fireworks Cash Giveaway Read More »
A charity helping farmers in times of hardship is hosting a Joules Seconds Sale in Barway next week. The Royal Agricultural Benevolent Institution (RABI) hopes to raise funds to help struggling farming families. Established in 1860, RABI is farming’s oldest and largest welfare charity, and most of its recipients are elderly or disabled. RABI helped …
Getting football boots to protect their young feet will be a game changer for these Kenyan youngsters. Yesterday 172 pairs of shoes and boots, including 73 collected in Ely, were distributed to children at The Walk Centre School in Nakuru by Boots2Africa. The charity enables children and young people living in impoverished areas to stay …
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The project to build the Southern Bypass around Ely has now passed several major milestones. Ely Southern Bypass will provide a huge boost for the area and will ease congestion in and around Ely by providing a new link between Stuntney Causeway and Angel Drove. The new route will remove the need for heavy goods …
Thirteen Million over budget but milestones passed and due to open in October Read More »
Giraffes can’t dance – but they can certainly rock, alongside luscious lions, elegant elephants and even dastardly dung beetles! The colourful rocks are among a series of painted pebbles created by members Spotted in Ely Rocks to support Ely teen Paris O’Keeffe. Paris, 17, needs to raise £2000 so that she can return the slums …
Rockers assist in teen's dream to help more Kenyan kids Read More »
Co-founder of The Big Issue, Lord John Bird is to be the keynote speaker at Ely Cathedral 2018 Celebration of Business. Lord Bird, who entered the House of Lords in 2016 has endured a chequered life, living in orphanages, on the streets and a spell in prison where he learned to read and write. In …
Big Issue founder and Social Entrepreneur, Lord John Bird to speak in Ely Read More »
Two-thirds of patients attending the revamped Ely Minor Injuries Unit say they’d have travelled to Accident & Emergency, had the service not been saved from closure. This staggering figure is revealed in a just released report by the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Clinical Commissioning Group. Spotted in Ely launched a campaign in July 2016 to #saveourminorinjuriesunit, …
Two-thirds of patients visiting Ely's Minor Injuries Unit would have gone to A&E Read More »
A Stretham miniature zoo has beaten King’s College Chapel, Duxford Air Museum and the University of Cambridge to win the second spot in a Trip Advisor poll, Spotted In Ely can reveal. The Animal Experience is second on the list of Top Things to Do in Cambridgeshire, beaten only by the Cambridgeshire Wine School in …
Stretham attraction wins second spot in Trip Advisor poll Read More »
Ely will join the plastic-free revolution with the launch of its new mini markets next month. Shoppers will be encouraged to bring refillable cups and reusable bags in a bid to reduce their carbon footprints. Julia Davis, of Ely Markets, hopes the new mini markets will also help residents cut down on food waste and …
New mini markets "a more thoughtful approach" to shopping Read More »
As you come into Ely along Cambridge Road, you’ll see Ely City Golf Club. What you can’t see from the road is that if you turn in instead of driving past, you’ll be treated to one of the best views in Ely. A stunning 110-acre parkland course with a mature woodland and majestic views of …
Arctic winds and snow did not deter a brave 10-year-old from completing a night walk through London to raise funds for the National Autistic Charity. Oliver Chapman, together with mum Tracey and friend Alison Campbell-Smith, completed the 15km route in about 3.5 hours as the Mini Beast from the East hit the capital. Oliver, who …
Brave Oliver battles wind and snow to complete autism night walk Read More »
Ely’s mayor has welcomed the arrival of three major retailers to a new, out of town development, but says not including a hotel is a “missed opportunity”. Councillor Richard Hobbs told Spotted in Ely that a family hotel would “boost the tourist economy in the area”. Mr Hobbs said: “This is something which I would …
Lack of hotel near new retail park a “missed opportunity”, Ely’s mayor says Read More »
Three major retailers are coming to Ely – as long as developers can satisfy planners that water vole and bat populations will be protected, Spotted in Ely can reveal. Last week, East Cambridgeshire District Council gave the green light for the construction of budget supermarket chain Lidl, bargain store B&M and DIY chain Wickes, in …
Three major retailers coming to Ely – but only if bats and voles are protected Read More »
When Oliver Chapman contacted meningitis as a baby, his parents were told he might not survive the night. A decade on, amazing Oliver’s gearing up for a nocturnal trek through London – his fourth epic charity mission to help causes close to his heart. This Saturday Oliver, 10, and mum Tracey are planning to take …
Brave Oliver to take on London night walk to raise funds for autism charity Read More »
A rescue cat has dazzled judges for the second year running to win Best in Show at the Ely & District Cats Protection cat show. Thirty cats were entered into the charity show in Little Downham yesterday – but it was friendly tabby Charlie that stole the judges’ hearts. Charlie, who lives in Welney, won …
Rescue cat wows the judges for the second year running Read More »
Plots for new houses in Ely have gone on the market – but with prices starting at £222,995 for a two-bedroom flat, the dream of home ownership may be far off for many locals. A number of plots have already been snapped up at St James’ Park, off Cam Drive, since going on the market …
New homes unaffordable for locals, residents say Read More »
Ely pizza and pasta lovers will be relieved to hear that the city’s popular Prezzo restaurant has survived the cutter for now, Spotted in Ely can reveal. The struggling Italian chain plans to shut down a third of its restaurants in a bid to save the company. But the Ely restaurant, overlooking Ely Cathedral, is …
Planning to park at Waitrose car park on a busy Saturday? Beware: you will now get stung with a parking notice if you outstay your welcome – even if it’s because you got stuck in a traffic jam trying to leave! Motorists have contacted Spotted in Ely after receiving parking charge notices – despite getting …
Motorists trying to leave busy Waitrose car park stung by ANPR cameras Read More »
Fitness fans will be able to get their exercise buzz at The Hive in May, when Ely’s new sports centre opens, Spotted in Ely can reveal. Massive leisure company GLL, who’ll be running The Hive, are advertising for lifeguards and fitness instructors in readiness for the grand opening. Spotted in Ely has today gained exclusive …
A controversial decision to confiscate the tent of a suspected rough sleeper in Ely has been defended by East Cambridgeshire District Council. At around noon today, the tent was seen being loaded onto two vans from a meadow on Lisle Lane, where it had been based for some months. The action has been slammed by …
Council defends decision to seize tent of vulnerable man Read More »
A Sutton family is celebrating their daughter’s recovery from a life-threatening brain tumour by hosting a fundraiser for the Brain Tumour Charity. Sid and Sally Bibby will don their bandannas with pride during the coffee and cake fundraiser at Sid Bibby’s Turf & Landscaping on March 2 – almost a decade after daughter Ella-Rose was …
Brave brain tumour survivor Ella, 12, hosts fundraiser to save more lives Read More »
A Total Wipeout style water park is expected to make a massive splash when it opens this spring, drawing thousands of visitors to Stretham. Cambridge Aqua Park will open on the last weekend of April, Spotted in Ely can reveal. The family-owned lakeside attraction, off the A10, will include a variety of inflatable obstacles, appealing …
Total Wipeout style park to make massive splash in Stretham Read More »
The 2017 Fireworks event was produced by Ely fireworks Ltd who started the planning without a single penny in the bank. A grant was received from City of Ely Council for £500 but the rest of the funding came from just one generous individual who made a donation to make this important event possible. The …
Your help is needed to make the 2018 Ely Fireworks event go off with a bang! Read More »
Fifty-four new houses have been given the green light in Haddenham, including 19 affordable homes. Last week the Haddenham Community Land Trust was given full backing by East Cambridgeshire planners to go ahead with its development. The houses will be built by Palace Green Homes, following two years of work by the Haddenham CLT and …
A group of teens have been banned from Ely McDonald’s by police, following numerous complaints. Police are reassuring residents they’re taking a firm approach in dealing with troublemakers at the Ely Leisure Village, and that any lawbreakers will be prosecuted. Over the past week they’ve identified a number of suspects regarding a spate of misconduct …
"Abusive" teens banned from McDonald's by police Read More »
The Littleport Public Hall was besieged by an angry mob during a visit by Suffragette leader Emmeline Pankhurst to the village in 1910. As celebrations start to commemorate the centenary of some British women being granted the vote, Spotted in Ely looks back on an unlikely visit to the Fen village. The hall was completely …
Suffragette leader's visit sparked angry scenes in Littleport Read More »
Rock hunters are turning their skills to a new pursuit – tackling East Cambridgeshire’s growing litter problem. Fed up with mistaking muck for psychedelic stones, a growing number of rock collectors are combining the fun of finding rocks of art with a clamp down on trash. Armed with bin bags and litter pickers, Karen Sheail …
Kids at The Lantern Community Primary School are celebrating a major tech upgrade at their school, thanks to a £18,000 cash boost. Sixteen iPads, 30 laptops and an interactive classroom board have now been delivered to the Ely primary school, which will help children stay on the cutting edge of technology. Digital leaders, made up …
Massive cash boost keeps Lantern kids at cutting edge of technology Read More »
Kindhearted couple Sid and Sally Bibby have a heart of gold – not stone – so when they heard about Ely’s rock art craze, they cobbled together pebbles to give away to residents. That’s 250 bags of smooth Scottish pebbles, to be precise! From tomorrow (Wednesday, January 31), people will be able to collect stones …
Bibbys’ pebble dash will bring avalanche of joy to residents Read More »
Visitors to the Prince Albert Pub may be surprised to find a “carpet of love” spreading across a section of the garden. Spotted in Ely Rocks are hoping to “cover the garden in love for a spectacular sight” on Valentine’s Day. Young and old alike have been leaving love-themed rocks of art – aimed at …
Prince Albert Valentine's garden to show "how much love there is in Ely" Read More »
Find a new leader or face closure. That’s the “heartbreaking” message for Police Cadets in East Cambridgeshire. The hugely popular unit has been running for almost three years, catering for 30 teens, aged between 13 and 18. The team volunteers in the community, supporting local police, delivering crime prevention advice and acting as mystery shoppers …
East Cambs Cadets face "heartbreaking" closure unless new leader found Read More »
Ely rockers may love painting pebbles but their hearts are definitely not made of stone. When members of Spotted in Ely Rocks found out about a penguin-loving, poorly three-year-old, they decided to make him rocks of art, decorated with his favourite Antarctic animal. Spotted in Ely Rocks administrator Fleur Patten launched Mission Penguin last week, …
Penguin pebbles (and toy) give comfort to poorly pre-schooler Read More »
It’s only a matter of time before there’s a serious smash at the Chettisham level crossing, comes the chilling warning from Network Rail. Today the body responsible for managing railways issued a warning, blaming “selfish” drivers for endangering lives at the crossing on Lynn Road, Ely. Cameras have caught motorists recklessly ignoring red lights, shooting …
"Selfish" drivers putting lives at risk at Chettisham crossing Read More »
Ely College is taking a proactive approach to tackling the issue of mental health in young people by arranging a special session on Monday, aimed at getting students to talk openly. At a time when mental health of children and young adults is increasingly hitting the headlines, the college, together with Talking FreEly, hopes to …
Special event to tackle teen mental health at Ely College Read More »
She’s had Storm Eleanor to contend with, sub zero temperatures and bitter gales – but come rain, wind or shine, Emma Torrens is determined to run every day this month. That’s because the Ely mum of two is doing RED (Run Every Day) January to raise funds and awareness for mental health charity MIND. Having …
Emma beats the post-Christmas slump with RED January Read More »
Cheaper weekday train deals have been launched today by Greater Anglia in a bid to blow away “post Christmas blues”. However, even with the offer, Ely will be paying twice as much as Cambridge travellers to visit London – because it’s classified as being in the furthest zone, even though it’s only a stop or …
Cheaper train tickets for Cambridge travellers – but Ely misses out on best deal Read More »
Ely’s first ever gay Pride festival will take place in Jubilee Gardens this summer, Spotted in Ely can reveal. The city will join the ranks of San Francisco, London, Sydney, Tel Aviv, São Paulo, Hong Kong, New York, Brighton and Johannesburg (to name a few) in what organisers hope will be an annual event. The …
Ely's first Pride festival to take place this summer Read More »
The Ely area rail “bottleneck” must be sorted before investigating reopening Soham Station or building a new train station in the North of Ely, Chris Grayling says. The Secretary of State for Transport visited Ely Station on Thursday (January 11) to talk about ways of “improving” track and train reliability in the area. He told …
Ely rail "bottleneck" key priority, Transport Secretary tells Spotted in Ely Read More »
The idyllic village of Wicken is the setting of a new psychological thriller by Ely author Alison Bruce. Alison will be talking about her latest page turner during the launch of I Did It For Us on January 23, hosted by Toppings Bookshop. Set largely in East Cambridgeshire, the thriller follows Emily, who moves into …
The fun craze of rock art has accumulated an avalanche of hunters and artists across East Cambridgeshire. In about six weeks, Spotted in Ely Rocks has attracted 1085 members, with numbers soaring each day. Visitors and residents alike are choosing Ely and surrounding areas as rock hunting destinations, while local art shop Tindalls has devoted …
Fun craze draws an avalanche of rock hunters to Ely Read More »
Due to popular demand world-famous, award-winning family rave phenomenon ‘Big Fish Little Fish’ returns to the Maltings for a follow up event. Big Fish Little Fish have been putting on multi award winning events (Winner of Best Family Event, Family Festival Awards 2014-17, Time Out ‘101 Things to do with Kids in London) since 2013. …
Big Fish Little Fish returns to the Maltings this February Read More »
A prestigious children’s art exhibition in Ely has attracted a record number of entries this year, with organisers staggered by the quality of artwork. Over 200 pieces were submitted to the East Cambs Schools Art competition, which held a private viewing tonight (January 5) for youngsters whose artwork had been selected to be displayed at …
Record entries wow organisers of school art competition Read More »
Isle of Ely Produce are now searching for charities and local groups from the Ely area to share their £3,000 potato race cash pot! Isle of Ely Produce is searching for charities and local organisations that could benefit from a share of £3,000 which was raised at its annual potato race. Held in Ely’s High …
CASH POTATOES! Festive £3,000 Potato Race Giveaway! Read More »
Two decades after an Ely landlady disappeared without trace, police hope members of the public will help them solve the tragic mystery and find closure for her family. Those in charge of investigating the case believe Deborah Steel was murdered – and that someone in Ely holds the answers. The former Royal Standard landlady was …
Answers to missing landlady’s fate “lie in Ely”, police say Read More »
There may be 12 days of Christmas – and today, 12 students from Ely College brought festive cheer to kids with cancer after sweating it out for 12 hours to raise charity cash. The Ely “elves” spent their last day of term today visiting Addenbrooke’s Hospital in Cambridge, delivering gifts to children on cancer wards. …
Ely College “elves” bring Christmas cheer to kids with cancer Read More »
Dreaming of a white Christmas? Hoping that Jack Frost may grace us with his presence when the big man comes down the chimney? Looking forward to snowball fights with your mince pies? If the answer is yes, you’re likely to be disappointed. Despite the recent spell of snow, chances of a white Christmas appear slim, …
Dreaming of a white Christmas? Here's what the Met Office says… Read More »
Christmas has come early for five charities, thanks to the fundraising efforts of Ely College students. The college held its first Charity Day yesterday, with the five houses competing to raise the most cash for their chosen charities. This action packed event, raising almost £2000, was one of the Cambridge Meridian Academies Trust’s (CMAT’s) PLEDGES …
Ely College students raise almost £2000 for good causes Read More »
State of the art features have been added to ticket machines at Ely Station, enabling passengers to chat to virtual agents. Travellers can now press a button, connecting them to a real person who can help them buy tickets and find the best fares. Greater Anglia is the first train operator in England to roll …
Virtual ticket agents available from Ely Station Read More »
Debating duo Katie and Ellen have described being crowned Debating Champions of East Cambridgeshire as the perfect early Christmas present. The two students, representing Soham Village College and Ely College, were among 14 Year 11 students to battle it out last week in the finals of MP Lucy Frazer’s Parliamentary Inter Schools Debating Competition 2017, …
Katie and Ellen crowned Debating Champions of SE Cambs Read More »
Witchford’s post mistress has been overwhelmed by the kindness shown by villagers since a heartless thief stole charity boxes from inside the shop. The whole village has rallied together to show their incredible community spirit – raising almost £800 in just 48 hours, more than five times the money thought to have been inside the …
Witchford shows spirit of goodwill following heartless theft Read More »
Ely with a twist is the theme behind a new photography exhibition that opened this week. Called ‘Ely Through the Lens’, it features stunning photography, with profits from the sale of prints going to East Anglia Children Hospices (EACH). The other twist is that all those taking part were complete novices just 10 weeks ago! …
From amateurs to exhibitors: 'Ely Through the Lens’ shows off students’ photography Read More »
Much loved Ely resident Frank Grooms has left a lasting legacy to the pre-school close to his heart. In his funeral instructions, Frank asked that instead of well-wishers bringing flowers, they would leave a donation to Rainbow Pre-School. This week youngsters at the pre-school celebrated the arrival of three new ride-on toy cars, bought with …
If you thought scouting was just about knots, woggles and oversized shorts, then think again. Raft racing, survival camps and participating in Ely’s Remembrance Day Parade are just a few of the activities the thriving 3rd Ely Scouts pack have taken part in this year, with a trip to France planned next summer. Scouting’s more …
On the Scout for new leaders (not necessarily Bear Grylls!) Read More »
It’s beginning to feel a lot like Christmas, as Ely gears up for a feast of festive markets throughout December. This Wednesday (December 6) kicks off a trio of Ely Market Festive Lates, a family friendly shopping night promising sumptuous street food, live music and entertainment as well as a host of gift stalls. Mulled …
A feast of festive markets to count down to Christmas Read More »
Last week I was asked to judge Ely’s shopfronts along with Mayor Richard Hobbs and Councillor Alison Arnold and if I am honest was very honoured to be given the responsibility. The three of us trawled the High Street, Forehill, Market Square, The Passages, The Cloisters and Market Street in search of the best “Winter …
Winter Wonderland comes to Ely with Best Christmas Window Competition – Editors Column Read More »
Issue 1 of the Spotted in Ely e-Magazine is finally here!! We are still working on a look and feel but please enjoy and feel free to send us feedback.
It may be freezing outside but Natasha doesn’t mind. Despite being “born” in Ely, she has Baltic blood (who said you can’t get blood out of a stone?) and doesn’t mind being cold. Stone cold, to be precise. That’s because Natasha’s a rock of art, crafted by Ely College teacher Fleur Patten – and for …
Ely Fireworks organiser Richard Stewart dropped into the Lantern School yesterday to give away what money they had left from the successful night of lights and explosions on Cherry Hill. The Guy competition winning school received a cheque for £150 alongside the Royal British Legion. Marc Beveridge from the Poppy Appeal said, “This is a really generous …
That's £1300 up in smoke but all to worthwhile charities. Read More »
Two Ely schools are celebrating after getting a prestigious “good” rating by OfSTED inspectors. Ely St Mary’s C of E Junior School and The Lantern Community Primary School have both been rated as “good” in all areas following recent inspections by OfSTED (the Office for Standards in Education). OfSTED praised St Mary’s headteacher Rebecca Ireland-Curtis, saying …
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