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A very successful Ely Brick Show was held on Saturday at the Countess Church in Ely, with over £1600 being raised for Ely Christians Against Poverty (CAP) Debt Centre. Over 320 families came to see the many exhibits and take part in the activities which included a Lego Robot Wars. Derek Tye, from the Ely …
Ely Boathouse represents a new era of collaboration between the three Cambridge University Rowing Clubs and has bought new relationships within the University community. This is a place where past meets present meets future. As world-wide support from 450 alumni and Light Blue friends flooded in, the images and words took to life as construction …
Sue Freestone, Principal and Chief Executive of King’s Ely, has been appointed as a Deputy Lieutenant of Cambridgeshire. Sue, who has been in post at King’s Ely since September 2004, is one of six new Deputy Lieutenants selected by Her Majesty’s Lord Lieutenant of Cambridgeshire, Julie Spence OBE QPM DL. Deputy Lieutenants assist with any …
Principal of King’s Ely appointed Deputy Lieutenant of Cambridgeshire Read More »
Ely Netball Club held its annual fun tournament for Comic Relief yesterday. Teams played a round robin tournament, and ran a cake stall and raffle. Despite the windy conditions there was an excellent turnout and raised almost £200 for charity during the evening. Anyone interested in joining Ely Netball Club please contact elynetball@hotmail.co.uk. Press releases …
There were hoots of laughter and standing ovations when talented King’s Ely Junior thespians staged the toe-tapping musical, Fame. Pupils in Years 5 to 8 starred in the fast-paced show, which hundreds of families came together to enjoy in the school’s Hayward Theatre on March 8th and 9th. The sell-out production was directed by Laura …
Standing ovations for King’s Ely Junior’s vibrant production of Fame the Musical Read More »
A new short film festival comes to Babylon Arts when the Babylon Shorts Film Festival launches to bring a taste of international short films to Ely from Wednesday March 20th to Friday March 22nd. Many of the films are award winners and even Oscar nominated to bring a truly high quality and varied selection to …
Babylon Shorts Film Festival comes to the Babylon Gallery Read More »
Teenagers and staff from Ely College have recently returned from another life-changing experience, volunteering their February half term to help disadvantaged children at the Jubilee and Ungana Academies in Kenya. Over the last several years, students from Ely College have developed a close connection with two schools in the slums of Nakuru, Kenya’s fourth largest …
Preparations are underway for the 66th Soham Carnival to be held on 27th May, 9am – 5.30pm at the Recreation Ground, Fountain Lane, Soham. The Carnival commences with the traditional Heavy Horse Show in the main arena from 9.00am – 1pm. Followed by the judging of floats – Float procession 1.00pm from Holmes Lane through …
Preparations are Underway for the 66th Soham Carnival Read More »
It’s one thing to have your hard work and dedication recognised and to be promoted on your Squadron? But receiving your “stripes” from Her Majesties Representative The Deputy Lord Lieutenant for Cambridgeshire Colonel Roger Herriot OBE with Ely’s Mayor Mike Rouse cheering you on? Now that’s a promotion to remember! Congratulations to Cadet Corporal Saoirse …
Ely Tigers welcomed Fakenham to the Downham Road Field, knowing a win would keep the pressure on league leaders, Wymondham, having already beaten their opponents earlier in the season, the Tigers hoped to complete the double, naming a near full strength side, it was the visitors that took the game to Ely, however the home …
Following our successful Ellie the Eel Christmas appeal between 27th November – 4th December 2018, where all donations were worth twice their original value, we raised a total amount of £2455. This year will be the 16th Eel Day Parade, and with the funds raised, we’ll be running free workshops and arts activities in our …
Hopkins Homes is holding an online vote to decide which Cambridgeshire charities will receive a share of a £10,000 donation from the Hopkins Charitable Fund. Cambridgeshire residents can take part in the vote by choosing their favourite from a shortlist of six local charities. The charity which receives the most votes will receive a £7,000 …
Hopkins Homes’ Cambridgeshire Charity Vote now open! Read More »
Another weekend of flying lessons for Ely’s RAF Air Cadets from 1094 (City of Ely) Squadron Air Training Corps. The Cadets have been studying Airmanship and the principles of flight and today they put the theory into practice. The RAF provide The Air Cadets with Air Experience Flights in Squadrons of their basic training aircraft …
One of Ely’s key visitor attractions, Oliver Cromwell’s House, will re-open its doors on Saturday after a refurbishment made possible by funding from the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development through the Cambridgeshire Fens LEADER programme, co-ordinated by Cambridgeshire ACRE. The former home of the Lord Protector and Ely’s most famous resident now boasts a …
On Saturday 30th March 2019 The Stained Glass Museum in Ely will celebrate 40 years of opening to the public! To celebrate this landmark birthday, entry to the museum will be FREE* all day on Saturday 30 March, during our Family Fun Day. The Stained Glass Museum’s Curator, Dr Jasmine Allen, commented: “This will be …
The Stained Glass Museum opens its doors for free to celebrate its 40th Birthday Read More »
Four new Honorary Canons of Ely Cathedral were formally installed during Evensong earlier this week. This particular honour is awarded to members of clergy in recognition of their service to the Diocese of Ely and the wider church. They are appointed by the Bishop of Ely as non residential members of the Cathedral chapter …
Four new Honorary Canons installed at Ely Cathedral Read More »
Professional Theatre company ‘KD Theatre Productions’ will be producing a brand new open-air production of PETER PAN in The Deans Garden (Ely Cathedral) Peter Pan is desperate to find the Lost Boys a mother and he finds just the girl in Wendy. But by bringing the Darling Family over to Neverland, is he putting them …
Year 8 Students have been taking part in a Taster Day today. Witchford Village College had been selected by Cambridge Regional College to host the event, giving students an insight into the range of subjects on offer there. Staff and current students from CRC arrived with a range of vocational based activities for pupils to …
“Truly the best day of my life”. “The most amazing thing I’ve done EVER” “Flying an Aircraft for the first time and taking control myself ? The best birthday of my life”. Just three quotes from three of our cadets who flew for the first time today (Sunday 24th February) at RAF Cranwell in the …
Have you heard of parkrun? Did you know you have a local parkrun right on your doorstep at Littleport Leisure Centre? Be there just before 0900 hours on Saturday mornings. The parkrun community, and of course Littleport parkrun, is commited to welcoming and supporting people with a learning disability, and people who are autistic to …
Wood Green, The Animals Charity is taking part in World Spay Day 2019 by offering local pet owners help to get their pets neutered. Every year, World Spay Day takes place to promote neutering as a way of not only reducing the number of unwanted litters being born, but also to highlight the additional benefits …
Wood Green offers FREE neutering vouchers to local community on World Spay Day! Read More »
Ely Common was declared a Town Green in 2012 as a result of a campaign led by Ely Wildspace. Securing the Common’s future as an open space, free from development, for the people of Ely and the District to enjoy in perpetuity. This status however did not ensure that Ely Common would be maintained to …
Ely is playing host to a showcase of Lego models including Big Ben, Tower Bridge and the incredible Brick on Sea Lego City which includes fairgrounds, trains and a variety of buildings. For those who want more hands-on fun there will be the opportunity to take part in a Lego version of Robot Wars. Father …
Cadet Flight Sergeant Rory Donoghue is jetting off to far colder climes to take part in a week long residential Snow Boarding course as part of his Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme Gold Award. Over the past three years Flight Sergeant Donoghue achieved his Bronze and Silver Duke of Edinburgh Award and during the last …
Ely Choristers will be holding their traditional Pancake Race on Shrove Tuesday, 5th March. This is long standing custom at Ely Cathedral sees the choristers, and occasionally members of staff and the clergy, race down the Cathedral’s spectacularly long nave tossing pancakes as they go. As in previous years Ely Cathedral are teaming up with …
Cathedral Chorister’s Big Pancake Party for Charity Read More »
Saturday night saw 1094 (City of Ely) Squadron host their Annual Awards Evening. The Deputy Lord Lieutenant for Cambridgeshire Colonel Roger Herriot OBE in addition to Ely’s Mayor Mike Rouse and Mr David Martin The Chair of The Ely Royal British Legion graciously accepted our invitation as Guests of Honour at the Squadron Annual Awards …
Campaign Amateur Theatre (CAT) will be turning 50 this year. In ‘Celebration’, the Ely based Amateur Dramatics group will be showcasing songs from Past, Present and Future productions this May! This fun and friendly group is run by volunteers and is welcoming new members from all walks of life to take part in their showcase …
CAT Celebration Audition and Information Evening Read More »
Various workshops at Ely College this week, allowed students to explore their personal wellbeing, encouraging discussion about making health choices so that each and every young person aims to reach their fullest potential. Working with outside partners, PLEDGES and Futures Day coincided perfectly with the #TimeToTalk national mental health campaign. PLEDGES and Futures Day is …
Marion Grant, who joined Ely Rotary Club in March 2002 with her husband Eric (the first husband-and-wife to join together) sadly lost her fight with cancer on Sunday morning, 30 minutes after Saturday midnight, after a long period since diagnosis in October 2017. Soon after joining Rotary – in 2004 – she was given chairmanship …
King’s Ely’s award-winning boys’ a cappella group – the King’s Barbers – are being given a once in a lifetime opportunity to sing in the south-western Indian state of Goa. Music lovers from across the globe are expected to attend the Ketevan World Sacred Music Festival at Unesco Heritage City in Old Goa later this …
King’s Barbers to have their voices heard on the other side of the world Read More »
The Ely Tri Club Duathlon (formerly the Monster Racing Duathlon) is a great way to shake down those winter legs and kick start the race season off in the best way possible. Race HQ will be at Witchford Village College. The 5km run course is an out and back road route taking you across a …
Following their sell-out visit in March 2017, Ely Hereward Rotary Club are pleased to announce the return of ABBA ReBjörn to The Maltings for a great evening dancing to the music of ABBA, on Saturday March 30th. Abba Rebjörn – one of the best tribute bands in the UK – will perform all the great …
Wisbech were up for the game and it was a slow start for Ely. Wisbech crossed twice from Ely’s repeat infringements. The Tigers fought back when a well worked backs move saw Charlie Coupland make space down the wing. Oscar Edwards found a gap and put Jacob Muncey in for a try. Moments later Ely …
Ely just about see out victory in a hard fought game away at Wisbech Read More »
Ely Tigers Rugby Club is hosting a series of taster sessions exclusively for women at the Downham Road playing fields and anyone who wants to challenge themselves is invited. No experience of the game is needed, all that’s required is the willingness to get involved and try something new in 2019. Experienced coaches will be …
Fun for all the family! Beat the January blues with a fun day out at Ely Museum on Saturday 2nd February. Meet Marcus, the Roman Soldier and learn about his life. Dress up as a Roman and learn more about how the Romans lived. There will also be some fun Roman themed crafts to make …
TV Presenter and Naturalist, Mike Dilger, will be the special guest at this year’s Festival of Swans event at WWT Welney Wetland Centre. Numbers of wintering swans, ducks and wading birds peak on the Ouse Washes this month, and along with a mix of low water levels and cold weather forecasted, we could be in …
Join a new community group to advise on the redevelopment of the Princess of Wales Hospital in Ely . The hospital is being developed by the local NHS into a health and care superhub. This is a place where lots of different health and care services are offered on one site. They need your help …
Have your say to advise on the Ely superhub plans Read More »
The New Year got off to a flyer on Sunday for the City of Ely Swimming Club at the Borough of Waltham Forest Swimming Club’s New Year Meet at the London Aquatic Centre. The Olympic pool inspired success for the Ely Swimmers who brought home 38 medals and 109 personal best times. There were …
Children with a love of music and singing are being given the chance to join the world famous Ely Cathedral Choir. And this year, for the first time ever, auditions for both girl and boy Ely chorister places are being held on the same day – Friday, January 18th. Being a chorister at Ely Cathedral …
Voice Trials 2019 – calling all potential new cathedral choristers! Read More »
Building on the success of last year, Ely College students celebrated their second ‘Charities Day’ which raised over £3000 for their chosen charities. This action packed event, dedicated to fundraising, is one of the Cambridge Meridian Academies Trust’s well-established PLEDGES and Futures Days, where students are given the opportunity to work towards their PLEDGES or …
Formed back in 1993 Ely Outdoor Sports Association is home to Ely City Hockey Club, Ely Tigers Rugby Club and Ely Tennis Club. With three rugby pitches, an astro pitch and four tennis courts and a Clubhouse, it provides sporting and social facilities for not only its three member clubs but to the wider community …
College staff were very excited to take a small group of students to the House of Commons on Thursday for the final of the South East Cambridgeshire annual inter-school debating competition. Lucy Frazer, MP for South East Cambridgeshire, adjudicated whilst Head of Criminal Justice, Sir Brian Leveson, judged the debate. The final follows first rounds of debating in …
Witchford Village College Student wins debate at Westminster Read More »
It was a back and forth first ten minutes with neither side conceding. Finally, the deadlock was broken when Ely gained a penalty in the opposition twenty-two. Man of the match Mitchell Kennett opted for the quick-tap penalty and rumbled his way over the line for a converted try. The Tigers crossed again a few …
Ely just missed out on a bonus point win against West Norfolk Read More »
It’s your last chance this week for amateur and professional artists to enter Babylon ARTS’ fundraising Album Art competition. Florence Tong, Head of Project Delivery at Babylon ARTS said ‘You need to get your entries in by Monday 17 December. There’s £100 prize up for grabs for ‘Best in Show’. Entries are open to any …
Your last chance to enter Babylon ARTS’ Album Art Exhibition Read More »
A group of Ely College students have spent their free time over the past few weeks collecting food to donate to the Ely Food Bank. Students across school were inspired by those in Scott House, who have organised this year’s collection. Everyone donated an array of food to give to those in need, from baked …
Members of Isle of Ely Rowing Club brought home a fantastic 14 Gold medals from the British Rowing Indoor Championships in last Saturday. Ely’s Captain, Duncan McCulloch, congratulated all who took part and said the performances from club rowers “did us all proud”. The Indoor Championships take place each year at the 2012 Olympic velodrome …
Gold Rush for Ely at British Rowing Indoor Championships Read More »
Today the College is buzzing with one hundred and twenty-six students taking part in 12 hours of continuous sport. Students will be improving their sports skills, team building and working on their physical strengths whilst having fun. The main aim of the day is to raise money for the Malcolm Whales Foundation. Damien Whales founded …
A café in Littleport is being praised after meeting requirements to become a member of the Healthier Options scheme. Fieldside Café at Littleport Leisure Centre is celebrating becoming a Healthier Options member and as a result will be listed on the members page of the Healthier Options website and receive a certificate to display on …
Littleport Café Joins Healthier Options Award Scheme Read More »
The fitness suite at Ely College has been given a welcome boost with the addition of new strength equipment donated by Life Fitness UK. Prior to the arrival of this new equipment, the fitness suite had been more geared towards cardio exercise, with a select number of weightlifting options available to students. Now equipped with …
Ely College enhances fitness offering for students with new strength equipment Read More »
On a wet and cold Thursday evening, the people of Ely turned out in their hundreds to support their local college and small businesses. Ely College Christmas market on 29th November was a fantastic festive success, raising £1400 for their PE and Drama departments. An event set to be repeated next year! Earlier this year, …
Ely College’s first Christmas Market was a gift to… and from the community Read More »
The Chapter of Ely Cathedral is delighted to announce the appointment of Edmund Aldhouse as Director of Music. Edmund will succeed Paul Trepte who retires next Easter and whose distinguished career in this post spans 29 years. Speaking about his appointment Edmund said: “I am thrilled and humbled to have been appointed as Director of Music …
Now in it’s 5th year the Haddenham Beer Festival has raised in excess of £28,000 for local charities and good causes including in excess of £8000 in 2018! Organisations receiving cheques this year included Arthur Rank Hospice, Multiple Sclerosis Society, The Brownies, Haddenham Over 60’s Club, The Bonfire Committee, Haddenham Pre-School, Haddenham Library, Big H …
Haddenham Beer Festival Donates Funds to Local Groups Read More »
Wedding and Events venue, Horsley Hale Farm announced today that it has been named the Best Newcomer at the 4th Annual 4 Counties Wedding Awards. The prestigious awards, presented by Director of the National Association of Wedding Professionals, Tracey Butterfiled, recognise and reward the hard work and dedication of wedding suppliers in Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire …
Babylon ARTS has joined the #GivingTuesday movement to encourage people in Ely to do “good stuff” in the run up to Christmas. The Ely-based arts charity is launching a Christmas Appeal to raise funds for Ellie, the infamous Eel who can be seen parading the streets of Ely each spring. Donations made to the …
10 year old Jasmine McIntosh lives in Ely and is a long standing member of Ely Wildlife Watch, the junior club of the Wildlife Trust. Jasmine has been working hard to achieve her Kestrel award. This award has four wildlife challenges: Create it!, Do it!, Record it! and Shout about it!. To complete the final …
Create it!, Do it!, Record it! and Shout about it! with Ely Wildlife Watch Read More »
A fourteen year old from Witchford Village College took centre stage at a major sporting event this week. Jess Lonnen was successful in her application as one of two young event hosts at the School Games National Summit 2018 for the Youth Sports Trust. The prestigious celebration lunch took place at the Ricoh Arena in Coventry …
Sporting Presentation Success for Witchford Village College Pupil Read More »
The latest Ely Runners 10-week Beginners’ course has just ended, with the participants completing a 5K run. Everyone did brilliantly! This is a popular course, which fills up quickly and is made possible by a group of coaches and club volunteers, who all give up their free time. Many of the graduates from this course …
People in Cambridge, Ely and surrounding villages are now able to attend GP and nurse appointments in the evening and at weekends thanks to a free, new NHS service. The service, which was officially launched by Cambridge City Council Mayor, Cllr Nigel Gawthrope last night (21 November), is run by Cambs GP Network (CGPN) – …
Mayor opens valuable new service for patients in Cambridge Read More »
Ely Cathedral welcomed over 15,000 visitors to its annual Gift & food Fair last week making it record attendance for the seventh year the Fair has been taking place. Due to the event growing in size and popularity an extra day was added this year to accommodate the growth. Many stall holders sold out and …
Record number of visitors attend Ely Cathedral’s Christmas Gift & Food Fair Read More »
Four of Ely Squadron’s young cadets received their first taster flying lesson this weekend in the RAF’s basic trainer aircraft The Grob Tutor at RAF Wittering. The Squadron also flies at the home of the Air Force RAF Cranwell. The Air Cadets are a voluntary youth organisation closely affiliated to the Royal Air Force but …
In its first inspection since receiving a Good rating in 2014, Ofsted has praised Highfield Ely Academy for its clear vision, drive and unwavering determination in a strong and effective safeguarding environment. The report states: ‘Aspirations for all pupils are high. Staff encourage pupils with their learning and provide well-targeted support. Leaders ensure that …
“Off to the shed” isn’t something which my family and friends are likely to hear me call, but this week I did just that. The lure of visiting ‘The Hangar – Littleport’s Men’s Shed’ became more than tempting. I think in part, it came about as my father had never let me into his shed. …
There’s a lot happening at Ely Markets this Christmas. There will be extra markets throughout December with vibrant seasonal flavours and innovative new ideas. Shop for the best local produce and gifts, and get in the festive mood with live music and street food. First up are the Festive Lates, which take place on the …
A group of over sixty Year 8 pupils had an inspiring day on Wednesday when representatives from Creating the Future project visited the College. The aim of the project is to build effective careers education, information, advice and guidance on pathways to the creative industries. This sector is a fast-growing part of the UK economy …
Creative Industries Event at Witchford Village College Read More »
Ely Wildlife Watch is looking for volunteers who would like to register as Leaders to help deliver fun and enjoyable monthly wildlife sessions to children. Wildlife Watch is the junior branch of the Wildlife Trust and the UK’s leading environmental action club for kids. It encourages 5-11 year olds to have an interest in wildlife, …
Witchford Village College was built on the site of a former RAF airfield, which was used during the Second World War. Just before Armistice Day we hold a Remembrance Ceremony to honour the lives lost during the First and Second World Wars and subsequent conflicts. We also honour those who flew from RAF Witchford and …
Remembrance Service at Witchford Village College Read More »
Year 11 students at Witchford Village College were given breakfast by Waitrose, Ely prior to their first GCSE mock exam today. Debbie Walker, Head of Community Liaison at Waitrose arrived laden with boxes of food donated by the store. Waitrose have generously backed the College’s initiative and will be supplying healthy breakfasts for the two-week …
Exam Breakfasts from Waitrose at Witchford Village College Read More »
Ely Markets has come top out of more than fifty entries as Market Team of the Year 2018. The award was presented by the National Association of British Market Authorities (NABMA). “Out of all the entries, the Ely Markets team made an instant impression on the judges,” says Graham Wilson, Chief Executive of NABMA. “We …
Ely Tri Club are proud to announce they are taking over the running of the popular Ely Duathlon (formerly run by Monster Racing) on 10th March 2019. Paul and Liz Heselwood, the former owners of Monster Racing set up this enormously popular local event 7 years ago and have kindly gifted this, and the Runfest …
On Friday, Ely College students and staff marked the Armistice Centenary and remembrance weekend with a moving Last Post Ceremony. All 1100 students from Ely College and Bishop Laney Sixth Form gathered together as a community to show their respects for the fallen. They were joined by Mayor Rouse and representatives from the Royal British …
Ely College remembers with hundreds of handmade poppies as the Last Post is sounded Read More »
Calling all artists! Babylon ARTS in Ely are looking for entries from professional, amateur and first-time artists for their charity Album ART fundraising exhibition. There’s an impressive £100 Prize for Best in Show up for grabs. You can find all the details and an entry form online but you need to get your entries in …
Album Art Fundraising Exhibition at Babylon ARTS Read More »
This week, as students at Ely College were welcomed back after the half term break, a special assembly hosted by Ms Shaw and the English department saw every Year 7 student get a FREE book. Thanks to the Bookbuzz reading programme run by the UK’s largest reading charity, Book Trust, each student was given the …
Bookbuzz free books for Ely College students encourages a passion for reading Read More »
Rainbow Preschool in Ely is bidding to bag a massive cash boost from the Tesco Bags of Help initiative. Tesco teamed up with Groundwork to launch its community funding scheme, which sees grants of £4,000, £2,000 and £1,000 raised from carrier bag sales in Tesco stores awarded to local community projects. Three groups in every …
Rainbow Preschool calls out for votes to bag a share of Tesco’s bag fund Read More »
This morning as part of the 100th anniversary of the Great War armistice, 1094 (City of Ely) Air Cadets installed five of their “There but not there” Tommy Silhouettes in St Andrews Church Soham. Soham’s community groups including all four the town’s schools and the town’s church got together with the Soham branch of the …
When my family and I moved to Littleport 8 years ago, it didn’t take us long to find out about all the amazing events and places that Littleport has to offer. For such a geographically small place, it oozes with charm, friendliness and amenities. When you go for a walk, people often strangers, will talk …
Ely Air Cadet Saoirse McNeil has landed an apprenticeship for herself with Marshalls paint and body repair centre in Cambridge and she starts her new career this coming Monday. Back in February half term, 16 year old Saoirse attended an apprenticeship open day With other Air Cadets, Army Cadets and Sea Cadets from across the …
Claire’Marie and the Littleport Adams Heritage Centre are appealing for community makes of poppies. These will be used to mark the special occasion, 100yrs of Remembrance Day (11th Nov) 1918-2018. The poppies can be in any form: card-work, drawing,painting, knitting, crochet. All sizes up to about A4. So get creative ! Open for all. See …
Staff at King’s Ely Acremont Nursery have raised almost £1,500 for the Alzheimer’s Society by completing the charity’s Memory Walk in Cambridge. Thousands of people put their best foot forward by taking part in the 7km event on October 14th, including nine members of the team at King’s Ely Acremont Nursery. Despite treacherous rain on …
King’s Ely Acremont Nursery staff put their best feet forward for Alzheimer’s Society Read More »
Here is a report from one of our Cadet Sergeants Luca Chadwick “On Saturday -20th October- a group of cadets from 1094 (Ely) Squadron visited the old United States Air Force Base RAF Bentwaters which is now known as Bentwaters Parks. The base used to be home to the 81st Tactical Fighter Wing, most famous …
1094 Ely Squadron visited the old United States Air Force Base RAF Bentwaters Read More »
We just received the most exciting e-mail at 1094 City of Ely Squadron “Remembered and Youth United are pleased to announce that you have been successful in your application for 10 There But Not There Silhouettes, fully funded by The Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust. We look forward to seeing the installations and Remembrance events …
‘There But Not There’ Elys ATC Granted Ten Tommy Silhouettes Read More »
The East Cambridgeshire Gold Torc has now been on display at Ely Museum for a full year as of the 8th October! In the spring of 2017 we began the task of raising the £220’000 we needed to purchase the torc, and public fundraising beginning that summer. It would not have been possible to acquire this amazing …
The East Cambridgeshire Gold Torc has now been on display at Ely Museum for a full year Read More »
Lighthouse will be providing hot lunches throughout the October half term for primary school age children. Places are limited and booking is essential. There is no charge for the lunch, although a suggested donation would be £2 per person if people can afford it. The lunches will be available Monday 22nd – Friday 26th October. To …
Members of Ely Walking Netball Club took part in the BBC Children in Need Ramble. Countryfile presenter, Ellie Harrison, was keen to meet and talk to the group about their upcoming Children In Need fundraising tournament, as well as finding out more about Walking Netball as a form of exercise and competitive sport. Several free …
A KING’S Ely Junior pupil has raised funds and awareness for good causes by completing the Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride. Syrah Simcock-Stow, 11, and her father, Edward, were among hundreds of people who took part in the quirky, annual fundraising event in Cambridge on September 30th. The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride is a global motorcycle fundraiser to …
King’s Ely Junior pupil Syrah completes Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride Read More »
Year 8 students from Ely College were invited to showcase their exceptional work at the Design and Technology Association conference in Birmingham on Monday 1st October. The conference aimed to influence government policy on how we train the next generation of British designers and engineers. Enjoying keynote speeches and panel discussions at the event hosted …
A very successful recruiting evening on Wednesday night at Ely with over 50 parents and recruits attending 1094 Squadron to find out #whatwedo The Squadron was honoured with a surprise guest appearance by The Mayor of Ely Councillor Mike Rouse who very kindly addressed both prospective recruits and their parents extolling the virtues of cadet service. …
Arts charity planning a treat for fans of Pink Floyd, Ian Drury, Audio Slave, Biffy Clyro, 10cc, Cranberries, Steve Miller and Muse Ely-based charity Babylon ARTS is planning to stage an impressive exhibition of album art at its riverside gallery in Cambridgeshire later this year. The exhibition will be officially launched on Saturday 17th November …
Storm Thorgerson Exhibition at the Babylon Gallery Read More »
This Sunday the villagers from Sutton joined the Scout Group in a family fun day. Scout Leaders from around the District along with Ely and Sutton Community First Responders, offered a range of fun Scouting activities to the community, to include archery, pioneering, code breaking, target golf, backwoods cooking and First Aid to include CPR and …
There were smiles all round when children from King’s Ely Acremont visited Ely Fire Station. Reception pupils took the short walk along Egremont Street to the station, where they were able to get up very close to one of the fire engines. Members of Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service were on hand to educate their …
King’s Ely Acremont pupils have a blast at Ely Fire Station Read More »
King’s Ely’s Equestrian Team was on top form at the National Schools Equestrian Association’s (NSEA) Arena Eventing Qualifiers. Two of King’s Ely’s teams and three of the school’s individual riders qualified for the National Championships at the qualifiers, which were held at Forest Edge Arena in Swaffham, Norfolk. The 90cms team of Adele Shaw, Ellie …
Talented King’s Ely riders qualify for NSEA Championships Read More »
October is a big month in mental health. Each year on the 10th is World Mental Health Day. An entire day dedicated to growing awareness of mental health issues around the globe. Talking FreELY is making October a big month for mental health in Ely too, by putting on two events. Both free of charge …
All of the students from Witchford Village College have joined the college’s ‘Stamp out bullying’ campaign. As part of their introduction to the new academic year, students have signed a footprint indicating that they will not engage in or turn a blind eye to bullying, to make the College a bully free community. The college …
A new venture for young musicians who want to take their music to greater heights by playing in a proper ensemble is being launched in Ely at the end of September. The Ely Area Music Centre starts on September 29 and will run on Saturday mornings during term time. It is open to school-age students …
Ely Cathedral to host centenary celebration of one of the UK’s best-loved musical works exactly 100 years to the day after the first performance. One hundred years to the day after its first performance, Gustav Holst’s magnificent Planets Suite will ring out in Ely Cathedral, on Saturday 29th September 2018, when Ely Sinfonia takes to …
Witchford Village College has taken delivery of its new SPARK bus. Grey’s Coaches of Ely have kindly donated a double decker bus that the school will be converting into an interactive learning space for its SPARK students. Mrs Georgina Wright, Assistant Principal in charge of the SPARK programme explained: “The Witchford SPARK programme is designed …
On Saturday 15th September twenty three cadets from 1094 (City of Ely) Squadron spent the day collecting for the Royal Air Force Association in Ely Market Square. RAFA believe that every generation owes a debt of gratitude to the RAF and their families. To protect the peace and safety we enjoy every day, they sacrifice …
Royal Air Force Association charity street collections in Ely Read More »
The Tansy beetle was thought to exist at just two sites in the UK, but has now been recorded for the first time in Norfolk, at the Welney Wetland Centre. It may be one of the smallest species on the reserve, but as far as beetles go it is one of the chunkiest around. Tansy …
King’s Ely has taken delivery of three stunning Ely Cathedral roses. The Dean of Ely, Mark Bonney, visited the school to present Principal, Sue Freestone, with the roses, which are a welcome addition to the gardens of the Old Palace and a reminder of the close links between the cathedral and King’s Ely. The Ely …
Ely Cathedral roses are a welcome addition to King’s Ely gardens Read More »
Awards and smiles all round tonight at Ely Squadron with three sets of blue ATP wings for Cadets Ethan Saggers, Cameron Hudson and Finn Elcombe for passing the first phase of their Aviation Training. The cadets completed their basic Airmanship training and then moved on to the Part Task Trainer simulator course at 614 Volunteer …
Awards at Ely Squadron with three sets of blue ATP wings for Cadets Read More »
Felix Hawes and Maria Campbell have been formally installed as King’s Ely’s new Heads of School. Over a thousand people gathered inside Ely Cathedral on September 3rd for the school’s Beginning of Year Service, which includes the robing of incoming Heads of School in their prefects’ gowns. The new Heads of School then robe the …
New Heads of School, Deputy Heads, Prefects and Heads of Houses appointed Read More »
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