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Emily Slater, from Ely a member of Gog Magog golf Club in Cambridge, has won 2 major competitions in a week! First, she won the Cambs and Hunts Country Championships on Sunday then travelled to Sunningdale golf club in Berkshire on Tuesday, one of the most prestigious golf clubs in the UK. Then she picked up …
Gogmagog golfer picks up second trophy in 2 days. Read More »
Monday 28th May sees Soham Carnival and Heavy Horse Show 2018 with a full day of entertainment for all the family. In the main arena from 9am- 1pm is the Traditional Heavy Horse Show Followed by the Parade – The parade of floats leaves Holmes Lane in Soham at 1.00pm arriving in the Arena for the …
A full day of entertainment at Soham Carnival and Heavy Horse Show 2018 Read More »
The 2018 Flower Festival is the perfect opportunity to introduce the new Ely Cathedral rose. The rose has been produced by award winning East Anglian rose growers, Peter Beales, recognised worldwide for the preservation of old fashioned, historic and rare roses. As a specialist propagator of new blooms, they have won many prestigious awards including …
There’s plenty to get excited about as the Isle of Ely Arts Festival kicks off in June with a month of arts and cultural events throughout the East Cambridgeshire District with a host of festival highlights running through until 7 July. You can pick up your free brochure at local shops and galleries or download a …
Children and staff at King’s Ely Acremont Nursery have become the proud ‘adopters’ of a baby elephant called Mapia. Mapia, who is named after the place where he was found in Tsavo, Kenya, had to be rescued by helicopter after he became orphaned in the recent drought. He is now being cared for by the …
King’s Ely Acremont Nursery children take Mapia the orphan under their wing Read More »
Ely based branding company, Soopa Doopa’s Jake Scott-Paul and friend Matt Lucas recently undertook the Obstacle Course “Rush” put on by Nuclear Races. While putting themselves through the mill with over 52 obstacles and 7km of running, they thought it would be a great idea to raise money for the charity Action on Addiction. This …
Ely Runners are pleased to announce their next 10 week beginners’ course – commencing on the 18th of June 2018. The course is run by qualified coaches and supported by established club members. It is very friendly and aimed at runners of all abilities! The aim of the programme is to gradually build on the skills, fitness and thinking required in order to …
Ely Runners announce their next 10 week beginners course Read More »
What is the Babylon Selected Summer Exhibition? During the summer months our riverside gallery is an unrivaled local setting for both professional and amateur artists to display and sell their artwork. We have an open-entry application system and your work will be judged on its merit. Our aim is to present an impressive display of …
Call for artists….Babylon ARTS Selected Summer Open Exhibition Read More »
Spellbinding Shakespeare play The Tempest is being staged at King’s Ely in June. The Lord Chamberlain’s Men are bringing the hugely popular open-air production to the picturesque gardens of King’s Ely’s Old Palace on the evening of Wednesday, June 6th – and tickets are selling fast! A play of soaring poetry, high comedy and tender …
Don’t miss magical production of The Tempest at King’s Ely’s Old Palace Read More »
The summer is finally here and to celebrate Grovemere Property have launched their brand new Bike Share Scheme for companies on Lancaster Way Business Park, Ely in partnership with Ison Distribution. All the companies based on Lancaster Way Business Park will be given the opportunity to join the Scheme and the idea of the Scheme …
Thirteen Air Cadets from Ely Squadron had a fantastic VIP day out at the Old Warden Airfield yesterday for the Shuttleworth RAF Centenary Airshow on Bank Holiday Sunday as guests of BAE Systems. 100 air cadets from Squadrons across the country were invited to take part in a series of STEM -Science Technology Eletronics and …
Ely Air Cadets had a fantastic VIP day out for the Shuttleworth RAF Centenary Airshow Read More »
It has become quite a College tradition that Year 11 don costumes for a day & raise money for their Prom. Dress-up day took place on Friday 4th May and students rose to the challenge, some wilting in inflatable costumes and masks in the heat. This fundraiser follows on from a successful cake stall and cake …
Witchford Village College Year 11 Dress-up Day 2018 Read More »
Cineworld Ely rings in its one-year anniversary on Saturday, 12th May, after welcoming nearly 260,000 cinema-goers in its first year. The 954-seat state of the art cinema has shown over 150 films across over 10,000 screenings, showing the biggest blockbusters and thousands of hours of movie magic for local residents. Hungry film fans have also munched …
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 …
Ely Netball Club will be running ‘Back to Netball’ sessions on Wednesday evenings throughout June at Witchford Village College, 7.30pm-9pm. Ladies (age 16+) are invited to join, regardless of ability or experience. If you have always wanted to give it a try but weren’t sure, or if you are a returner to the game then …
Octagon Cycling Club is looking for sponsors for its next big charity challenge: Cycling 200 miles in one day, in aid of East Anglia Air Ambulance & Beads of Courage. Nearly fifty cyclists from Ely’s Octagon Cycling Club are each planning to pedal 200 miles in one day in June to raise money for two local …
This year’s Ely Aquafest on Sunday July 1st, organised by the two Rotary Clubs in Ely, will celebrate its fortieth anniversary. The event, started by the Rotary Club of Ely as a “thank you” to the community for supporting Rotary’s fundraising throughout the year, began as a modest river-based event, but now encompasses the river …
Sometimes you just have to embrace your inner 80s child! Legwarmers, leotards and lycra were the order of the day at The Lantern Community Primary School yesterday. Dedicated dancers proved that you can have your cake and eat it – getting into the groove before enjoying some refreshments. The Dancefit session, hosted by Friends of the …
Five-year-old Alex Fickling was first through the door when Little Roos opened on Saturday. Torn between a hummingbird top and a stripy dress, the Pymoor resident eventually went for the latter, enticed by its bright colours and bold patterns. Mum Vicki Fickling said the unusual range offered inside the new shop was refreshing, with brands …
Fed up with just pink and blue? Get to Little Roos! Read More »
Ely Country Park has been recognised by Natural England and awarded accredited country park status. This acknowledgement follows recent developments and successes for the park including the installation of a new multi-play ship which was opened in during Love Parks Week in July 2017 and its fourth consecutive Keep Britain Tidy Green Flag Award in …
Ely Country Park Endorsed with Natural England Accredited Status Read More »
Ever wondered what a Llamacorn is? Or where you might find a Beanie Flutter? Kids’ creative skills have been put to the test during a special competition hosted by the City Cycle Centre’s Toy Department in Ely. Over the past three weeks, the store’s been running a competition to see who could invent the best …
A member of teaching staff at King’s Ely has raised almost £2,000 for a mental health charity by completing the London Marathon. Claire Kyndt, Director of Learning Development and Teacher of Geography at King’s Ely Senior, was among the tens of thousands of runners who took on the gruelling 26.2 mile race in the capital …
King’s Ely teacher takes on London Marathon for second time in aid of MIND Read More »
Ely Archers began their first Sunday outdoors by closing off their indoor season with coffee, cake and awards. There were most improved indoor handicap awards for Louise Tapp (Ladies Recurve), Rob Edson (Mens Recurve), Rob Edson (Mens American Flatbow), Jasmine Pearson (Ladies Barebow), Malcolm Basing (Mens Barebow) and Mike Bradford (Mens Compound). There were also …
On the 22nd of April 2018, Justin Smith ran the Virgin Money London Marathon for MACS, a charity supporting children who are born without eyes, or with underdeveloped eyes. Various local fundraising events have been organised, concluding with a charity meal and head shave at The Prince Albert Pub on Silver Street. On the 24th …
Justin raises even more money for charity running the London Marathon Read More »
The Ely Guild of Woodturners enjoyed an incredibly successful hands-on day on Saturday 21 April at The Little Thetford Village Hall. The event has been held for a number of years, but this year saw a record number of attendees including young and old alike. Members of the public were able to have a go …
The Ely Guild of Woodturners Celebrates a Very Successful Hands-On Day! 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 …
Ely travellers may face delays and disruption while work is carried out to improve a Cambridgeshire level crossing next month. Network Rail is set to carry safety improvements at Shepreth level crossing on Station Road in May as part of the company’s railway upgrade plan. From 10pm on Saturday, May 5, Shepreth level crossing and Station …
Upgrade to Cambs level crossing likely to cause delays Read More »
Two men and a teenage boy have been charged in relation to a series of ram raids across East Anglia. The suspects were arrested and charged on Tuesday (April 17), following a ram raid at the Co-Op in Isleham at about 4.35am that morning. They have each been charged with four counts of conspiracy to …
The common crane Grus grus has successfully bred for the first time at WWT Welney Wetland Centre. The birds arrived on 21st March and to the delight of visitors, staff and volunteers they nested within sight of the visitor centre. These scarce birds are shy and secretive during the breeding season, which could be why …
Former Great Britain Davis Cup player Danny Sapsford visited 10is Academy to help train coaches and volunteers in a pioneering new programme. Sapsford, founder of Bright Ideas for Tennis, recently set up ‘I PLAY 30’, a charity to develop disability coaching in tennis clubs throughout the UK. He teamed up with Mark Bullock, National Sports …
Davis Cup player delivers disability coaching course at 10is Academy Read More »
The King’s Barbers are jubilant after winning this year’s National Youth a Cappella Competition. The all-boys a Cappella group, who celebrated their 25th anniversary last year, discovered in February that they had qualified for the prestigious competition. Entries for the contest were submitted by video and judged by a panel to assess which groups should …
The Tigers travelled to their opponents with only 17 men and lost one man to injury early on. Woodbridge had a massive crowd and were up for the game, they put two past Ely in the first twenty minutes as the Tigers were slow off the mark. Ely fought back and crossed twice themselves. The …
Ely Tigers with a modest performance away against Woodbridge. Read More »
Leading Norfolk and Cambridgeshire law firm Ward Gethin Archer have appointed well-known and respected commercial solicitor, Andrew Carrier, to join its commercial law team in Ely. Andrew, who has worked in commercial law for 18 years has vast experience in dealing with all aspects of commercial work, previously working for a large regional solicitors practice in …
Andrew Carrier Joins Ward Gethin Archer's Ely Commercial Team Read More »
Waste Company, Ellgia based at Lancaster Way plan to raise over £12,000 over the next 12 months for Macmillan Cancer Support. Last year, the same partnership raised over £5,000 when Managing Director Steve Cook and Technical Director Cameron Murdoch took on the Berlin Marathon. Macmillan is the UK’s leading cancer care charity, with the purpose …
Feel like getting some exercise now that the weather is warming up? Then perhaps you should give Ultimate Frisbee a try. Ultimate is a fast-moving team sport enjoyed by millions of players the world over. Although frequently compared to sports like soccer or American Football, Ultimate has some unique features that set it apart. There …
Renowned pianist Alexander Soares will be delighting an audience at King’s Ely this April. Alexander’s concert is being held at King’s Ely’s Recital Hall on Wednesday, April 25th and, as always, members of the public are welcome. Hailed by The Telegraph as a pianist of “huge intensity”, Alexander is developing a reputation as an artist …
The Greatest Showman Party is coming to Ely! Do your children love it as much as you do? Make the most of the last day of the Easter Holidays! Come join in the fun with dancing with Annalisa from the amazing 4th Dimension Dance, sing-a-long & games all themed around ‘The Greatest Showman’. Also before …
Ely’s fast turning into a hot spot for vegans, with the city’s first meat-free cafe set to open this month. Bi-annual vegan fairs are already drawing foodies from far and wide to Ely – and now, the city’s celebrating the launch of its first, dedicated vegan and gluten free cafe. “Nourish to flourish” is the …
This year’s “Win a Giant Easter egg” raffles, organised by Ely Hereward Rotary Club, raised a cracking £385.30, which will all be donated to local charities and good causes. The winners were: Jenny Doncaster (The Almonry), Elisabeth Seymour (Ely Fudge Shop), Sue Reeder (Burrows News), Adrian Algar (Sutton Conservative Club), Tina Webb, (Toppers Hairdressers), Phil …
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 »
Are you looking for a new way to get outdoors and active or find something you can enjoy together with the family? If the answer is yes, Ely Sailing Club is inviting you, your family and your friends to come and try sailing for FREE this Bank Holiday Monday 7th May 2018. Whether you’re completely …
Free Sailing Taster Sessions at Ely Sailing Club Read More »
Ely Tigers displayed one of their best performances of the season with a decisive win over Holt in their last home game. Both teams traded scores in the first ten minutes. The Tigers try came from a solid scrum on the opposition five metre line, Scott Macfarlane picked at eight and ran in almost untouched …
Ely Tigers displayed one of their best performances of the season Read More »
A chance for everyone to sing Choral Evensong under the magnificent Octagon of Ely Cathedral. On Saturday 14 April Ely Cathedral has a rare and exciting opportunity for everyone to sing Evensong under the world famous Octagon Tower. The last time the event was held in 2016 it proved extremely popular and a similar response is …
10is Academy will once again be offering a quality “Tennis for Kids” programme (TFK), the legacy from Team GB winning the tennis Davis Cup. TFK has become a popular Lawn Tennis Association initiative designed to introduce youngsters to the game. TFK courses at the Academy will be open to boys and girls aged between 6 …
A feast of fundraising in the run up to the Easter break resulted in King’s Ely students, families and staff raising hundreds of pounds for charity. Staff at King’s Ely’s Medical Centre donned their aprons and staged their own version of the Great Stand Up To Cancer Bake Off. The event saw a whole host …
Easter fundraising at King’s Ely tops up hundreds of pounds for good causes Read More »
East Cambs brought the waste home this week with its trading company now responsible for rubbish and recycling collections. On Tuesday East Cambs Street Scene, the council’s trading company, took over waste collection and street cleansing throughout the district. This followed a cost-saving decision by the council in February 2017 to bring the service in-house, …
Possibly the UK’s only double decker coffee rig has opened this week to help residents get their caffeine fix amid a stunning backdrop of Ely Cathedral. Silver Oak Coffee has unveiled its brew-ti-ful coffee rig to coincide with the launch of Ely Mini Markets today. Susanne Stent, who runs Silver Oak with husband Bruce, told …
Double decker coffee rig launched to keep up with Ely's demand for caffeine 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 »
YEH!, the charity which runs Centre E on Barton Road in Ely, has been granted an extended lease on the building until 2030 by Cambridgeshire County Council, helping to secure the future of the building. Youth Ely Hub Charitable Incorporated Organisation, a registered charity, was set up by local Councillor Elaine Griffin-Singh, with the support …
YEH! Secures ‘Centre E’ on Barton Road in Ely until 2030 Read More »
A new era for Ely’s micropub is now official as local brewery partners, Dan, Alex and Stu, also known as Three Blind Mice purchase the award-winning establishment. The pub went through a regeneration a couple of years ago when Andy and Jo Pearson bought the then named Liberty Bell and renamed it on behalf of Andys …
Two little princesses are planning to have their luscious locks chopped off to make wigs for youngsters undergoing cancer treatment. Witchford sisters Izzy, eight, and Poppy, four, have decided to donate their beautiful tresses to Little Princess Trust, after reading about another little girl who’d also gone for the chop to raise cash for the …
Selfless sisters to get locks chopped for kids with cancer 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 »
The South-African born pianist Neil Hilgrove Colledge will be giving his 4th lunchtime recital at Ely Cathedral on Thursday May 24th, however this year’s concert date is by far the most significant. May 24th marks the date of Neil & Alison’s oldest son William’s sixteenth birthday. William has spent most of his life in Littleport …
Charitable organisation ‘All In Sound’ are delighted to announce their new project “Sing! Together”. All In Sound, are looking for people to participate in their new group “Sing! Together” which is for people living with dementia, memory loss and their carers. The group will happen in Ely at Ely Methodist Church, on Monday mornings starting …
'All In Sound' delighted to announce their new project “Sing! Together” Read More »
Ely had a troubled first half, Thetford used the width and their pace to run the Tigers ragged. They quickly got on the scoreboard with two converted tries. Ely fought back and gained a penalty on the twenty-two after a Thetford player was sin-binned for a dangerous clear out in the ruck. Ely opted for …
Tigers slow to start but pull it out of the bag to win away at Thetford. 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 »
The first resident to receive a second blue bin says recycling is “very important”, urging others to help cut down on waste going to landfill. Tracey Arnold, of Littleport, was “thrilled” to receive her second blue bin, as well as a voucher from East Cambridgeshire District Council to say thank you for her dedication to …
Tracey "thrilled" to be first resident to get second blue bin Read More »
Greater Anglia has unveiled the “face” of its new trains, which will run across the region from next year. The shells of the driver’s cabs have now been built. They will form part of 58 new Greater Anglia trains currently being assembled by Stadler at its factory in Bussnang, Switzerland. The trains will replace the …
Greater Anglia unveils "the face" of its new trains Read More »
There is a historical significance to the marketplace. Before the supermarkets, before the internet; the marketplace was where traders would introduce their world to the world. Traders, who had sailed the seas, discovering lands and cultures, would gather the culinary and material treasures they harboured and bring them to market to showcase to their native …
King’s Ely’s Equestrian Team has qualified for one of the UK’s largest horse shows. Four members of the team – George Hearn, Emily Gredley, Adele Shaw and Ryan De Sousa – travelled to The Jays Equestrian Centre in Bury St Edmunds earlier this month to compete in the show jumping qualifiers for this year’s Royal …
King’s Ely riders qualify for Royal Windsor Horse Show Read More »
On Saturday the 17th of March five members of Witchford Archers competed in the 12th annual Portsmouth tournament hosted by the Fenland Archery Club with the club secretary, Dr Derek Matthews winning a Gold medal. Pictured are (from left to right) Nick Oakland (scoring 564 with a compound bow), Derek Matthews (scoring 561 …
COSMOS Roadshow, powered by Cambridge Science Centre, is coming to Ely Library to deliver a week of amazing interactive science this Easter holiday that you really need to come and see. Cambridge Science Centre has teamed up with the Greater Cambridge Greater Peterborough Enterprise Partnership (GCGP LEP) to provide the families of Ely with a …
Missing several players from the week before, the Tigers took a few minutes to get into the match. They were caught napping when Stowmarket forced their way over the line in the first few minutes. Ely then started to settle into the game. A good flow of play forced Stowmarket to concede a penalty for …
Ely’s target of second place takes a blow after loss away at Stowmarket. Read More »
Two young rock hunters enjoyed a magical afternoon in Ely after winning special unicorn rings, promoting this summer’s Pride festival. Freya, six, and Esme, five, were presented with the rings by members of LGBT+ in Ely, who are organising the festival. The unicorn prize giving afternoon took place at 11a cocktail bar last Sunday, and …
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MP Lucy Frazer has defended her decision to vote in favour of government reforms to free school meal entitlements, saying “no child will lose their meals”. The South East Cambridgeshire MP has rejected claims by the Children’s Society that 10,400 children in poverty across Cambridgeshire will miss out on free meals. Ms Frazer told Spotted …
"No child will lose their meals during the rollout of universal credit" – MP Lucy Frazer 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 »
Rail operator Greater Anglia is giving staff special training to raise awareness and understanding about autism. Accessibility manger Rebecca Richardson said some passengers on the autism spectrum found using public transport a daunting experience. “We want all of our customers to have a good experience while travelling with us.” World Autism Awareness Week takes place …
WE know that if we could bottle the spirit of King’s Ely we would be onto a real winner, but we would like you to come and experience it for yourself. On Friday March 23rd, we are doing just that by hosting a Spring Tour Event for families interested in joining King’s Ely Nursery (ages …
If you’ve ever wondered what woodturning is all about, then here’s your chance to pop along and discover more about this wonderful craft. Fancy having a go yourself? Well, you are certainly welcome to do so, under the expert eye and guidance of some of our senior and expert members. The hall will be set …
The Monster Racing Duathlon took place on Sunday, 11th March. The event has taken place Witchford Village College since 2012. Monster Racing are known for their well thought out routes and cool events. The event was a sell out at 125 entrants, the start list included newcomers to multisport through to GB age groupers. The …
A scrappy bonus point win in muddy conditions at home against West Norfolk. The Tigers ill-discipline at the ruck saw West Norfolk go ahead by two penalties early on. Ely then woke up and started to fight back, gaining a line-out on the opposition five metre line. The ball was thrown short and Nathan Brooks …
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 »
Stained Glass Museum awarded funding for developing future plan. The Stained Glass Museum in Ely has received a grant of up to £88,000 from the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF). This exciting two-year project, awarded under the Resilient Heritage scheme, will investigate options and produce a masterplan for the museum’s future development. The project has been …
The Stained Glass Museum wins National Lottery support Read More »
King’s Ely Junior pupils won a haul of awards at the Littleport Low Grade 4’s Judo Tournament. Oliver Loveday, Mienke Putter, Nicholas Marshall, Lucas Hilcenko and Joseph Sibson were among over 120 young people who entered the competition on February 25th. Oliver won a Bronze medal in the under 11 years old/less than 34 kg …
Medals for budding Judo stars at King’s Ely Junior Read More »
With donations from local businesses and the help of volunteers from its three member Clubs – Ely Tigers Rugby Club, Ely City Hockey Club and Ely Tennis Club – Ely Outdoor Sports Association (EOSA) has been given a makeover. Spearheaded by EOSA Director, James Craven, the bar and social area in the Clubhouse has …
Ely Outdoor Sports Association has had a Makeover! Read More »
What would future homes look like if children were in charge of designing them? You can capture a glimpse of some of these designs on building site banners next to The Shade Primary School in Soham. Youngsters at The Shade were invited to enter a competition to draw their “home of the future” by developers …
Out of sight, out of mind, is the message from police, following a rise in local car crime. Police are warning residents to remove bags, clothes, Sat Navs and other personal items from cars and vans in a bid to deter crooks. “Most thieves are opportunistic and want to take as little time as possible …
Littleport residents can access free advice on topics such as homelessness, debt and benefits during new monthly drop in sessions. The Littleport Community Hub was launched on March 1, and will open its doors to residents no the first Thursday of every month at Littleport Village Hall. The hub will cover a range of topics, …
Littleport Community Hub offers free advice to residents Read More »
Press Release by Councillor Anna Bailey – 6th March 2018 Conservatives at Cambridgeshire County Council have agreed to prioritise and protect support for some of the most vulnerable people in our communities and their carers, by rejecting the three main proposals to change the way that adults with learning and physical disabilities and mental health …
Conservatives Set to Reject Proposals to Increase Charges for Social Care Services 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 …
2018 has seen a long run of success for City of Ely Swimming Club at the Cambridgeshire ASA County Championships with members competing across distances from 50m to 1,500m in Whittlesey, Corby and Cambridge. The Championships culminated on Saturday at Parkside Pools Cambridge with the team relays. Overall Ely’s team of 36 swimmers competing in …
A police officer suffered an horrific ordeal after a robber drove off with her car, leaving her dangling out of the door. On Monday, career criminal Michael King, 37, of Orton Drive, Witchford, was sentenced to over three years for the Burwell theft, which luckily only left the officer with minor injuries. The court heard …
Robber jailed after subjecting police officer to horrific ordeal Read More »
As part of the BBC Civilisations Festival, the Stained Glass Museum and Ely Library have joined forces to host some events for both children and adults Design & make a Comic Strip The first joint event is Saturday 3rd March, 1pm – 3pm. Amy Glover, Learning Officer at the Stained Glass Museum will run the …
Events for the BBC Civilisations Festival in Ely Read More »
This year marks the eighth year of Art Unequalled events at the Maltings in Ely. Independently organised by local sculptor Sally Dunham, Art Unequalled brings together highly talented local and national artists and craftsmen all presenting their handmade creations for sale direct to the public. Following on from the success of the winter show, held …
Art Unequalled launches a new Summer show this June at The Maltings in Ely. Read More »
Budding young stars from around the Ely area are required to audition for parts in the Little Downham “Youth Acts UP” summer performance of “The Dracula Rock Show”. The youth theatre group is inviting children and young people aged 7-15 years old for the chance to get involved in the production at open auditions on …
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 »
Ely Runners are pleased to announce that they are commencing their next beginners’ course on the 12th of March 2018. The course is run by qualified coaches and is well supported by established club members. It is very friendly, and is aimed at runners of all levels and abilities: speedy types, long distance types, and …
Ely Runners are commencing their next beginners course Read More »
A £1 million package of repairs to a railway bridge between Ely and Littleport was carried out last week to prevent future delays between Ely and Kings Lynn. Had the work not been carried out, speed restrictions would have been imposed on the line, leading to delays and cancellations, Network Rail says. Between February 12 …
Bridge repairs will mean fewer delays between Ely and Kings Lynn, Network Rail says Read More »
John Bedford, a local farmer, celebrated being a member of the Rotary Club of Ely for fifty years at a lunch at Ely Golf Club for Rotarians, partners and friends. He gave a very interesting talk about his time in the Rotary Club of Ely and the changes that he has seen. John is still …
It took about ten minutes before the Tigers got on the scoreboard, Man of the match Luke Turner pounced on a failed clearance kick and ran it back under the posts for a converted try. Newmarket fought back and gained a penalty which they slotted to bring the score to 7-3. Afterwards, Ely gained a …
Ely Tigers dominated Newmarket after a slow start away from home. Read More »
Alfie McCreadie (10) from Ely is a talented magician and has a passion for performing. He was asked last September to perform for the Ipswich Magical Society and afterwards got the idea he’d like to put on a big show for charity. The idea has grown and he now has three full time magicians starring …
Residents will be advised on how to protect their homes and belongings from crooks during a special crime prevention workshop in Fordham this week. The event is part of a police day of action on Wednesday (February 21) across Cambridgeshire. It’s Cambridgeshire Constabulary’s biggest ever crime prevention event, involving 40 police officers, 80 PCSOs and …
Fordham crime prevention evening aims to reduce thefts 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 »
A taste of Ghana came to Cambridgeshire when African Activities paid excited children at King’s Ely Acremont and Nursery a visit. The school hall was transformed with stunning West African textiles and vibrant materials by Kwame Bakoji-Hume, founder of African Activities, who launched the pupils’ African Storytelling Day with an inspirational assembly all about his …
African Storytelling Day goes down a storm at King’s Ely Acremont and Nursery Read More »
Witchford Archers are happy to announce that they’ll once again be running regular beginners classes. While we’re small in comparison to other clubs we’ve got a significant history of winning medals and we’re now once again able to run beginners courses. We had issues last year in regards to a permanent venue, but we’ve now …
‘Apprenticeships work’ is the message coming from business and public sector leaders involved in Enterprise East Cambridgeshire’s newest event taking place during this year’s National Apprenticeship Week. Key speakers for the free to attend event, taking place on Friday 9th March at the Maltings, Ely, will include Mayor of Cambridgeshire and Peterborough, James Palmer and …
Award-winning homebuilder Hopkins Homes is delighted to announce the launch of the marketing suite at St James’ Park in Ely on Saturday 17th February, giving house hunters their first glimpse of this exciting collection of homes within Orchards Green, a vibrant new community for Cambridgeshire. Perfectly positioned in the Cambridgeshire countryside, this much anticipated development …
Hopkins Homes introduces St James’ Park at Orchards Green, Ely Read More »
With such a successful Muscle Mash up charity exercise event back in May, we have decided 2018 must bring it back! We are so excited to announce that this event will be held in Ely Cathedral, such an iconic venue! The Muscle Mash Up 2 Charity Event is a 2 hour exercise event which will include …
Local mental health project Talking FreELY is holding its third pop up café at the Ely Cathedral Conference centre on the 3rd of March from 9.30am to 1.00pm. Talking FreELY is for everyone, encouraging people talk about their mental health. The group believes that the more people from all walks of life talk about mental …
Talking FreELY: Third pop up Café in Ely on 3rd March 2018 Read More »
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