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Several Ely gardens are opening their gates for this years National Garden Scheme Open Gardens Event, on Sunday 2nd June. Six gardens are welcoming visitors between 12 and 6pm, including: The entrance fee for all of the gardens will be £10, while are children free, and dogs are welcome. Start your garden trail at any …
Arthur Rank Hospice Charity invites local people from diverse backgrounds and ethnic minority communities to join their “Community Voices” sessions, where your thoughts and experiences regarding care for life-limiting conditions and at the end-of-life, are valued and much needed. The Charity, which provides palliative care, recognises that Cambridgeshire has a diverse population, and its care …
Community Voices – Your Perspective Matters for End of Life Care Read More »
Back in the mid -1980s, a ground-breaking TV drama, written by local Haddenham writer Leslie Stewart, pushed boundaries for the time by telling the love story of two young men. It is being screened in Ely for one night only, marking ~ 40 years since the introduction of Clause 28. “Two of Us” was produced …
Local Writer Puts Gay History Under The Spotlight in Ely Read More »
The Etheldreda Craft and Food Fair will take place on Saturday 1st June across Palace and Cross Greens, surrounded by the splendour of the Cathedral and The Old Palace, two of Ely’s most magnificent historic buildings. The fair is an entertaining day out for the whole family, showcasing a selection of over 50 tempting stalls …
A skillful musician at King’s Ely is celebrating success in a national competition. Thomas Strudwick, who is in Year 10 at King’s Ely Senior, has been crowned the ‘Intermediate Class’ winner of this year’s Young Organists’ Competition. The contest is organised by the School Organists’ Association, which was launched in 2020 to support organists and …
King’s Ely student triumphant in 2024 Young Organists’ Competition Read More »
Following His Majesty The King’s Accession in September 2022, a major review ofmore than 1,000 Royal Patronages and charity Presidencies has been undertaken. To mark the anniversary of Their Majesties’ Coronation, the outcome of this review hasbeen announced, and The Stained Glass Museum is amongst the charities to beretained. As HRH The Prince of Wales, …
His Majesty King Charles III retains his patronage of The Stained Glass Museum Read More »
Five teams from Fordham Primary School, Isle of Ely Primary School and Littleport Community Primary School took part in a Years 5 & 6 QuickSticks Hockey tournament on Friday 10th May. Organized by ActivePlay Education, the tournament was held on the astro pitch at Ely Outdoor Sports Association and the teams played 15 minute games …
Years 5 & 6 Inter School QuickSticks Hockey Tournament Read More »
Family ticket offers over £270 worth of activities for just £80 Soham’s exciting new family festival, SoFest, is set to offer local families huge value for money, with a range of activities worth over £68 per person. A group of two adults and two children will save nearly £200 compared with having to pay for …
Soham’s fantastic fun family festival offers huge value for money! Read More »
There are so many good reasons to get out for a walk, especially with the promise of some fairer weather. Walk this May is a campaign to get everyone thinking about making walking a new healthy habit and a reminder of all the health benefits associated with it. Keep an eye out for some helpful …
A new defibrillator has been installed outside a Scout Hut on St John’s Road The new Automated External Defibrillator (AED) has been fitted on the wall next to the skate park, adding to the network of life-saving equipment across Ely. The Defibrillator is available for use 24/7 by anyone who needs it, and has been …
Members of the public are being asked for their thoughts on new planning guidelines aimed at helping increase hedgehog numbers across East Cambridgeshire. The Hedgehog Recovery Design Guidance supplementary planning document – believed to be the first of its kind in the country – asks developers to put measures in place to help hedgehogs when planning new …
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In the early hours of Tuesday 7 May 2024, Ely Museum was broken into. Thieves stole the East Cambridgeshire gold torc and a gold bracelet, both dating from the Bronze Age. The museum acquired the torc in 2017 with a series of grants and donations from the public. The police are currently investigating the theft. …
The Ely Repair Cafe is back again in Ely Library and will help you save money and reduce your impact on the environment Do you have something that’s broken that you don’t know how to fix but can’t bring yourself to throw away? Something like a toaster, kettle, lamp, bag, toy, jewellery, pair of jeans …
Ely Swishing are fundraising again and this time it’s personal… Ely Swishing group have been active for nearly thirteen years. Ruth has been running the group with a team of fabulous helpers for most of that time. ‘Team Swish’ have raised several thousand pounds and helped re-use at least a tonne of clothing. Swishing is …
Am I My Brother’s Keeper is a new exhibition by British artist and sculptor Sean Henry. Curated by Visual Arts Advisor Jacquiline Creswell, the exhibition prompts reflection on the extent to which individuals may support each other and can be interpreted as an enquiry into one’s moral responsibility toward others. Sean Henry presents over 25 hand painted terracotta and bronze figures, which will populate …
Ely Cathedral to Host Thought Provoking Exhibition by Celebrated Artist and Sculptor Read More »
Eleven King’s Ely photography students had their images shortlisted in an international competition – two of whom proceeded to be crowned category winners. Hundreds of photographers from across the globe entered this year’s ‘Beyond the Frame’ competition, which is organised annually by Norwich University of the Arts (NUA) and Canon to celebrate the creativity and …
Photography Competition Victory Continues for King’s Ely! Read More »
The Ely Cathedral Boy Choristers, famous for their regular singing of choral music at services, will soon be stepping away from their usual repertoire to perform uplifting and beautiful, music celebrating the joys of spring. Edmund Aldhouse, Director of Music at Ely Cathedral said, “Seasons and Charms is a chance for our twenty boy choristers …
Cathedral Choristers to Welcome Springtime in Song Read More »
Still life paintings of vibrant animal characters made from rescued materials, form the distinct style of Suffolk based artist Mark Ward. His upcoming solo exhibition at Babylon Gallery is entitled ‘Birds, Beasts and Even More Bendy Stuff’, and opens on Wednesday 1st May 2024. When he left teaching Art and Design to produce his own …
Vivid Paintings of Paper Wildlife Scenes will Fill this Exhibition from Artist Mark Ward Read More »
Eel Day 2024 is celebrating its 20th year this year. This quirky event was born in 2004 and has grown over the many years to a full, three-day celebration of all things ‘Eel’ and Ely! You’ll find the event team at Cross Green from 10 am, Saturday 4th May as they prepare the annual parade. …
Celebrating 50 years of City Status – Eel Day Festival 2024 Read More »
Ely City WI (ECWI) are no strangers to fun, appreciation and celebrating success. With Easter already behind them and the glint of spring through the wet weather, Members have been delighted to forge forward into the new season with some well-deserved accolades (and trophies!) to those who have particularly shone over the past twelve months. …
The Newmarket Masters event fielded a team of 11 competitors from Ely, all of whom won medals. The team members ranged in age from 17 to 62. Despite the diversity in age, each competitor demonstrated a shared love for the sport, showcasing the enduring appeal and inclusivity of swimming as a lifelong activity. A team …
Surging Success – Ely Swimming Club Weekend Triumphs and Achievements Read More »
On Sunday 7th April, Producer Becky Smith, made her way to Ipswich for the annual NODA (National Operatic and Dramatic Association) award ceremony, as the Littleport Players had been nominated for the ‘Best Pantomime’ award, for their production of Alice in Wonderland, that took place in December. They were up against fellow local theatre groups, …
Littleport Players Win NODA Award for Best Pantomime! Read More »
Residents across Cambridgeshire are being encouraged to check they have Voter ID for the Police and Crime Commissioner election due to take place on Thursday 2nd May. Government legislation means all voters must take with them an acceptable form of ID when voting at polling stations. Without it, potential voters risk not having their say …
Voter ID needed for Police and Crime Commissioner election Read More »
Ely Tigers signed off the 2023/24 season with an away game at Ipswich RFC, until recent weeks Tigers were pushing Ipswich to finish in 3rd place, but a conceded game away to Ipswich YM pushed Tigers down the league, and with Shelford dropping points Ipswich were looking to take the runners up spot, as both …
Raising Money for Local Charities, Organisations and Groups Based in Soham and Surrounding Areas Now in its 71st year, The Soham Benevolent Association, organisers of Soham Carnival are looking forward to bringing you their great family fun day on Sunday 5th May 2024 at the recreation ground in Soham. Main Arena: From 9am until 1pm …
The Cambridge Spring Open Swim Meet held over the weekend of 23rd and 24th March was a resounding success. Team Ely emerged as a dominant force, clinching an impressive total of 91 medals, 190 personal best and 11 regional times from the team of 48 swimmers. Among the notable athletes, the Clarke Siblings, 14 year …
Ely Barracudas Dominates Cambridge Spring Open with 91 Medals Read More »
Mr. Norman Brown was born one hundred years ago in Newcastle on 23rd March 1924 and in 1938 at the tender age of 14, he became one of the very first Air Cadets in the country when he joined the newly formed Air Defence Cadet Corps. Norman went on to achieve another Air Cadet first, …
As the season comes to a close, Ely Tigers bid farewell to Senior Squad coach, Paul “Buzz” Coulson, after 15 years at the helm, as the Tigers faced Southwold to the Cambridge Commodities Park, for the last home game of the season. The first attack of the game saw Ely drive over the first try …
British Science Week (8th -17th March) is an exciting time for students and teachers alike, as it provides a special platform to showcase the wonders of science and its many connections to our daily lives. Celebrating its 30th anniversary, this year’s British Science Week theme was ‘TIME’. Ely College have been ‘maximising the minutes’, packing in …
The Freecycle Network® is a global movement that believes in the power of sharing, recycling, and building a community. Founded in 2003, it has grown into a vast network with millions of members in over 5000 volunteer-run local groups worldwide. The website provides a platform where individuals can give away items they no longer need …
Museum reflects on 50 years of Ely’s history The Young Curators’ Club at Ely Museum have been working with the museum team on a temporary exhibition to celebrate 50 years of Ely’s history. Ely’s city status was only officially confirmed in 1974 and as this anniversary approaches, the museum felt it would be a good …
Ely Museum Proud to Celebrate Young Curators’ Exhibition Read More »
East Cambs Conservatives are working to ensure the restoration of a full timetable of the Number 9 Bus service from Littleport to Cambridge, insisting that the route must have three buses rather than two. Stagecoach currently runs three buses on the Littleport to Cambridge route which calls at Ely, Little Thetford and Stretham before going …
On Thursday 7th and Friday 8th March, Needham’s Hall was transformed into a theatre-in-the-round for Ely College’s enthralling production of ‘The Caucasian Chalk Circle’ by Bertolt Brecht. Both shows brought the audiences to their feet for two unforgettable evenings that celebrated the joy of live and immersive theatre. The play follows the character, Grusha, a …
All-Round Triumph as Ely College Delves into Brecht’s ‘Caucasian Chalk Circle’! Read More »
One of Ely’s junior Air Cadets has her sights set on an office with a view, 43,000 feet to be precise. First Class Cadet Ariyaana Khanom joined 1094 (City of Ely) Squadron Air Cadets in March of 2023 and she hasnt let the grass grow under her feet. Ariyaana (seen here knitting poppies for the …
‘Poems, Pictures and Poppycock’ is an exhibition showcasing the diverse work created by artist Mack Mathod throughout 2023. It features a range of poetry and artworks reflecting the artists own, sometimes bizarre, experiences over a busy and eventful year. This upcoming exhibition at Babylon Gallery will showcase the artist’s work over the pastyear. Mack Mathod …
A Wonderfully Absurd Exhibition Comes to Babylon ARTS this April. Read More »
A grand total of 75 oak trees are in the process of being planted across 20 locations in East Cambridgeshire, thanks to support from parish councils, schools, nurseries and landowners. East Cambridgeshire District Council donated the trees free of charge as part of its campaign to mark King Charles III’s coronation and 75th birthday. The …
75 Oak Trees Being Planted to Mark King’s Coronation Read More »
A free 12-week activity course that has positively changed people’s lives is now being offered at Soham, Littleport and Bottisham. Active for Health is being offered to people over 18 who struggle with exercise and have a body mass index (BMI) of over 25. The course is designed to help people improve their fitness, learn …
Free Active for Health Course Helps Change Lives Read More »
As sleepy hedgehogs emerge from hibernation this spring, residents are being asked to record their sightings on an interactive map. The BIG Hedgehog Map (www.BigHedgehogMap.org) enables sightings of hedgehogs from across the UK to be recorded, helping conservationists understand where they’re living and where they most need help. The BIG Hedgehog Map is run by …
Plea for hedgehog sightings to be recorded on interactive map Read More »
A new Changing Places toilet is now available at the Fountain Lane car park in Soham. These toilets are special because they contain a hoist and a changing bench, enabling people who need personal assistance to use the toilets or get changed without having to lay on the floor of a public toilet. This can …
East Cambridgeshire’s first vegetable powered vehicle is now collecting recycling from homes across the district. The new lorry is able to run on hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) which is renewable, sustainable and 100 per cent biodegradable. Residents will be able to easily spot the vehicle thanks to its “Red Lorry, Yellow Lorry, Green Lorry!” design. …
More than 100 businesses across East Cambridgeshire have now signed up to the East Cambs Community Safety Partnership’s Shop Watch scheme. Shop Watch is a scheme similar to Neighbourhood Watch. Running via WhatsApp it allows businesses to effectively communicate with each other to help tackle shoplifting and anti-social behaviour. It is being organised by East …
Stop Me stickers have been given to farmers to place on agricultural vehicles across East Cambridgeshire to help crack down on theft. They are part of a joint initiative between Cambridgeshire Police and East Cambridgeshire Community Safety Partnership, and funded by the Cambridgeshire Police and Crime Commissioner. The bright yellow stickers bear the words “Police …
More than 250 residents on low incomes in East Cambridgeshire have been able to keep warm this winter thanks to a free electric blanket from the council. The Energy Team at East Cambridgeshire District Council has been handing out the blankets to more vulnerable residents to help with the cost of living. The electric throws …
The Sensing Nature exhibition at Babylon Gallery had a very successful opening weekend. From a visit from the Secretary of State for Culture to a wonderful turnout for the officialopening event, this exhibition is off to a great start. On Friday 1st March, Sensing Nature opened at Babylon Gallery. This multi-sensoryexhibition comprises of a variety …
The Stained Glass Museum has expanded its collection of contemporary works with the recent acquisition of Beauty Tricks (2017), a stained glass artwork by Scottish artist Pinkie Maclure. The acquisition was made possible thanks to funding from Art Fund and The Arts Council England/V&A Purchase Grant Fund. Beauty Tricks is a commentary on notions of beauty, body image and representation in modern society. …
Around 300 properties in Stretham could benefit from a new scheme to help people make energy efficiency improvements to their owned or rented homes. Members of East Cambridgeshire District Council’s home energy team have written to occupiers and will be out and about in the village from the 20 to 22 March to identify properties …
District council providing a HUG for homes in Stretham Read More »
Birds, butterflies bees and bats are among the wildlife set to benefit from more than £18,000 in funding from East Cambridgeshire District Council. Burrough Green has been awarded £14,700 to fully renovate its village nature pond. This will include working with Froglife to dredge and clear the pond and add new pond plants to attract …
Talented musicians Lauren Booth and Julian Mak have been crowned King’s Ely’s 2024 Instrumentalists of the Year. Students in Years 9 to 13 spent weeks battling it out in a series of heats, all vying for a place at the school’s annual Instrumental Festival Finalists’ Concert, which was held in Ely Cathedral’s beautiful South Transept. …
King’s Ely Instrumentalists of the Year are announced! Read More »
Ely’s Air Cadets are no strangers to venturing into new and interesting activities but even our staff were pleasantly surprised at just how enthusiastically the cadets took to crocheting Poppies for a huge 3D yarn bombing work of art “The Longest Yarn” to commemorate the 80th Anniversary of The Longest Day of the Second World …
Ely Air Cadet Yarn Bombers on target for The Longest Day Read More »
Last Friday Ely’s Air Cadets and Staff had the pleasure of inviting several guests to our Squadron’s Annual Dining in night. Our Guest of Honour and principal speaker, Wing Commander Anthony Kelly RAFAC (Retd) and his wife Mrs Sue Kelly, The Mayor Cllr Chris Phillips and The Mayoress Mary Rone, Mr David Martin, Chairman from …
Ely Tigers travelled to Diss looking to continue their recent run of wins. The squad once more saw changes from the previous week, which may have explained the slow start by Tigers and it was against the run of play that Tigers take a lead, as Ely break, from a scrum deep in their own …
On behalf of City of Ely Council, we are proud to restate the Council’s commitment to its support for 20mph for Ely. The Council has maintained unanimous support for several years. Here’s why: 20mph for Ely means- The City of Ely Council looks forward to work starting on the installation of signs and street furniture …
Jay Carter, one of Ely Air Cadets three Flight Sergeants, was promoted to Cadet Warrant Officer last night by Wing Commander Rob Bradshaw Officer Commanding the 28 Squadron’s of Bedfordshire and Cambridgeshire Wing ATC Jay joined Ely Squadron in July of 2019 and he has certainly followed his passion for aviation ever since. Jay has …
The second Sutton Beast’s Big Colour Blast will be held on Sunday 21st July again welcoming people of all ages for a morning of colourful mayhem. This unique family orientated event is in aid of the Breast Cancer Now charity with all profits being donated. The Colour Blast is a fun run with a difference. …
Colour Chaos Returns at The Beast’s Big Colour Blast 2024 Read More »
Growing and innovative businesses in East Cambs are being encouraged to apply for a grant of up to £30,000. The money can be used to create or safeguard jobs or bring new products to market. Businesses can also use it to invest in new technologies, processes or measures to improve productivity. Grants will be made …
Businesses Encouraged to Apply for Grants of up to £30,000 Read More »
Did you think it was cold on Sunday? Well some of the team from Stretham Football club decided to take it to another level and undertake a combined one hour ice bath challenge, to raise valuable funds for the Caring from Cambridgeshire’s Homeless group – https://www.facebook.com/groups/664504283747356 The aim of the group is to offer support …
After a week of rain it was nice to see the sun shining for this afternoon’s re-arranged fixture, the first fixture was called off in early December due to a frozen pitch. Ely were forced once more to make changes to their starting XV, it was the visitors that started the brightest pushing Tigers back …
Sensing Nature celebrates work made with local communities who have creativelyengaged with the heritage, significance and stories of the Fenland landscape, inpartnership with Ely Museum, RNIB and Wicken Fen. Curated by Basecoat Collective – a group of 18-25 year olds – the exhibition invited people to contemplate how they connect with nature, and includes new …
The Helping Hands Gardening scheme, which is managed by VCAEC, have been awarded £3,148 per annum for 3 years as part of the Healthier Futures Fund from the Cambridgeshire Community Foundation. The project is called Dementia Friendly East Cambs which is a consortium with eleven other East Cambridgeshire agencies. The aim of our part of …
East Cambridgeshire District Council remains debt free and is freezing its Council Tax again in 2024 – for the 11th year running. The announcements were made during its Full Council meeting on 20th February. This is despite an economically challenging environment which has seen many other local authorities rack up millions in debt. Out of more …
Council Remains Debt Free and Freezes Council Tax Read More »
East Cambs Building Control and Andrew Fleet, a building control agent based in Soham, have received national recognition for their working relationship at the Local Authority Building Control Awards. They were crowned winner of the “Best Partnership” award, which recognises excellence in collaboration, communication and overall partnership working practices. More than 900 leading construction industry figures …
Council and Agent Nationally Recognised for More Than a “Fleet-ing” Relationship Read More »
Ely Tigers met second from bottom placed North Walsham IIs to the Cambridge Commodities Park on Saturday afternoon, hoping to keep the pressure on the leading pack. The game got off to a bright start as Nathan Brookes with the home side passing the ball through hands, eventually finding captain Lory Martin crossing the line to …
Young people across East Cambridgeshire are being given the opportunity to design artwork for its new fleet of waste and recycling lorries. The competition is being run by East Cambridgeshire District Council to help launch the council’s new Love Your Street campaign. Love Your Street is all about making East Cambridgeshire a cleaner, greener place …
Hereward the Wake can be seen, met and heard in Ely this March at the pub he maywell have frequented had it been around in his time. Medieval re-enactor Rory Gibson, who has gained quite a reputation for himself acting as the folk hero of the Fens in recent times, will be part of an …
A Celebration of Bridal Gowns – Ely Cathedral to host an exhibition of over 40 fabulous bridal gowns highlighting the history and allure of the wedding dress. This fabulous exhibition explores how wedding styles and materials have changed over the centuries and how their adaptations reveal as much about social history as fashion, whilst defining …
The annual East Cambridgeshire Schools’ Art Exhibition is now open at Babylon Gallery. On Wednesday 7th February Babylon ARTS held a prize giving ceremony, in which the winners were announced, with prizes awarded that were generously funded by Tindalls Ltd. Ely Hereward Rotary Club and Anglia Ruskin University. Babylon ARTS is hosting the East Cambridgeshire …
East Cambridgeshire Schools’ Art Exhibition 2024 Award Winners Announced Read More »
City of Ely Swimming Club might be small but it fought hard over two weekends at the Cambridgeshire County Championships. Ely took twenty swimmers who met the qualifying times to Cambridge and despite fierce competition from other clubs, Ely showcased their strength and determination, securing a commendable third place overall. Adding to the excitement of …
Businesses across East Cambridgeshire are being encouraged to consider the benefits of apprenticeships as part of the council’s drive to mark Apprenticeship Week (5th February to 11th February) The number of young people enrolled on apprenticeships in East Cambridgeshire is one of the highest levels across the county, with 11.4% of 18-year-olds enrolled. But currently, …
Get ready for an adrenaline-packed day at our Muddy Monster Race Event on Sunday, 3rd March at King’s Ely Barton Road Sports Field. Registrations open from 12 noon! Are you 14 or under? It’s your time to shine in this off-road cycling competition! Whether you’re a novice or a seasoned muddy monster, join us for …
40 local people, including 6 pupils who make up Robert Arkenstall Primary School’s Road Safety Squad, representatives from Cambridgeshire County Council and East Cambridgeshire District Council, parish councillors, hauliers MLH, AG Wright and EJ and RE Clark, schoolchildren’s parents and our Neighbourhood Policing Team sergeant attended the launch of the Road Safety Campaign on 31st …
Haddenham Launches the 2024 Slower is Safer Campaign Read More »
With a proud history of taking action to protect the environment, the WI is a founding member of The Climate Coalition; protecting what we love from Climate Change and lobbying politicians to prioritise tackling the issue. Our climate is changing as a direct result of human activity, and the impacts of climate change are already being …
Ely City WI Show the Love For Third Year in a Row Read More »
Ely Tigers made the short trip across to face the leagues basement side, Wisbech, where again they we’re forced into changes to the squad due to injuries and player unavailability. The home side the lead, despite their league position, looked the b righter of the two sides, pushing Tigers back, it was no surprise that …
Funding to adapt a gym at Littleport Leisure to provide a safe and welcoming space for under-represented groups to improve their health and fitness has been approved by East Cambridgeshire District Council. A grant of £11,400 has allocated towards the £17,000 cost of improving the leisure centre’s second gym to create 14 workstations. The money …
Council Helps Fund Multi-Adapted Gym in Littleport Read More »
Here’s a report from one of our Cadet Junior Non-Commissioned Officers, Corporal Noah Deal (Centre rear rank in the photograph below) “This weekend ten of our cadets from Ely Squadron were given the opportunity to attend a bronze first aid course at 104 Squadron Cambridge“ The cadets were taught how to help people with:AsthmaHypothermiaBites and …
With the cost of living crisis and increasing numbers of people feeling the strain, Lighthouse provides essential services that are a lifeline for those we manage to reach. Unfortunately, there are even more people out there in need, so we are asking for your support; to enable us, to help those who need a helping …
Member of Parliament for South East Cambridgeshire, Lucy Frazer MP, met sixth form staff last Friday following the recent granting of planning permission. Lucy Frazer MP met senior staff from Bishop Laney Sixth Form in Ely on Friday, 26th January, to mark the beginning of works to expand the student intake from 300 to 400. …
Local MP Marks £5 Million Government Investment In Bishop Laney Expansion Read More »
A competition is being launched to name a new fleet of 10 waste and recycling vehicles. The new fleet, purchased by East Cambridgeshire District Council, includes new in-cab technology designed to deliver a more efficient and cost-effective waste collection service. They are also able to run on Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) as well as diesel, which …
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Ely Tigers played Cantabs on Saturday afternoon at the Cambridge Commodities Park, again they were forced into changes to the starting XV, however they welcomed Tom Gunbie who was handed his debut for the senior squad, having played at every level possible at the club. A bright start for the home side saw an early …
Four projects that improve the quality of life for residents in East Cambridgeshire have been awarded over £1.76 million funding. Stretham and Wilburton Community Land Trust is to receive £1.21 million towards its Link Project. This will see the creation of a wellbeing community hub, GP rooms, café and meeting rooms at Plantation Gate. The vibrant …
Council Approves Over £1.76 Million Funding For Community Projects Read More »
The number of illegal fires across the district has fallen 58% in a year according to East Cambridgeshire District Council. The council has been cracking down on the burning of commercial waste as part of its commitment towards a cleaner, greener East Cambridgeshire. Burning waste, particularly oil-based wastes, plastics and treated wood, results in a …
This World Wetlands Day, 2nd February 2024, WWT Welney wants everyone to duck the stress of modern living and visit their local wetland for a moment of calm. Research has shown that just ten minutes in a wetland setting, spaces like a marsh, lake or river, is enough to boost your mood, and WWT wants …
Duck the Stress this World Wetlands Day and Visit WWT Welney for a Moment of Calm Read More »
East Cambridgeshire District Council has achieved silver accreditation of the Investors in the Environment scheme. The council signed up to the scheme two years ago as part of its commitment to reduce the environment impact at its main head office in Ely, known as The Grange. Within a year it achieved bronze and now its …
Council Achieves Silver Investors in Environment Accreditation Read More »
The staff owned co-operative running The Hive Leisure Centre in Ely has been awarded the prestigious Investors in People (IiP) Gold Standard. GLL, which runs leisure centres and libraries across the UK, is a charitable leisure and cultural social enterprise and has been running The Hive at Ely’s Leisure Village on behalf of East Cambridgeshire District …
The Hive awarded Gold Standard by Investors in People Read More »
A group of local organisations are teaming up to help entice East Cambs residents with a range of tempting ways they can give time to their local community. Since the Covid pandemic, the numbers of people volunteering have seriously declined leaving organisations and charities without the necessary capacity in some cases to support the services …
Ely Tigers travelled to league leaders, Shelford II’s, hoping to carry forward the form they showed a week earlier against Bury IIs. Again the side was forced into changes, it was the home side that point the first points on the board, with their first meaningful attack, forcing an error in the Tigers backline, forcing …
The number of fly-tips in East Cambridgeshire has fallen to its lowest level since 2017, thanks to a multi-agency campaign. Last year 444 tips were recorded. This is a 17% fall on the 535 recorded the previous year and a 40% decline compared to 2021. The success is the result of continued efforts under the …
Ely Folk Festival launches programme for 2024. The 38th annual Ely Folk Festival takes place from 12th – 14th July at Stuntney Estate. Three stages and 35+acts plus workshops and meet and greet sessions. Ely Folk Festival returns to showcase a wealth of local and global talent celebrating folk, roots and acoustic music over a …
Plans to plant 75 oak trees across East Cambridgeshire have reached the half way mark, thanks to support from parish councils, schools, nurseries and landowners. East Cambridgeshire District Council has received requests for 39 oak trees, as part of its campaign to mark King Charles III’s coronation and 75th birthday. And there is still time for …
A full business plan to build a state-of-the-art ecological bereavement centre alongside a beautiful lakeside setting at Mepal is to go before East Cambridgeshire District Councillors. The plan for the council-owned land includes a crematorium, natural burial area, and a pet cemetery. Set within flower meadows and woodland walks with views overlooking the lake, it …
Children at an Ely primary school are getting closer than ever to nature, thanks to a cash boost to their Forest School area. The Lantern Community Primary School has been able to purchase bushcraft materials, create wildlife habitats and revamp equipment, thanks to a £1000 City of Ely grant and a £200 grant from Spotted …
Ely Tigers faced third in the league Bury 2s at Cambridge Commodities Park on the weekend. From the start of the game Tigers showed their intention, from a Bury line out, which Ely stole the ball to set up the attack, seeing the ball pass through the hands of Jordan Barnes, Lee Thompson and Jim …
An online form to help residents identify if they qualify for home energy efficiency grants is being promoted by East Cambridgeshire District Council to help mark Energy Saving Week (17th January to 23th January). The form, which takes 10 minutes to complete, helps the council’s energy advisers to better understand an individual’s circumstances, such as …
Ely Tigers opened 2024 with a trip to second in the league, Wymondham, for the first of three difficult fixtures for the Tigers. The home side took the lead on 7 minutes, as a mistake from Ely proved costly, with the referee playing the advantage, Wymondham raced forward to cross the try line, the conversion was missed, …
Ely Cathedral to be one of the first UK venues to host a new, large scale light show in 2024 Crown and Coronation is a spectacular immersive light and sound show on tour in the UK. Following its highly acclaimed launch at the Tower of London in November 2023, Ely Cathedral will be one of …
Crown and Coronation Sound and Light Show at Ely Cathedral Read More »
A county-wide programme of arts and entertainment, is calling on the public to help select the acts they would like to see perform in Cambridgeshire this Spring. Since its launch in 2018, The Library Presents has grown in both popularity and appeal, attracting audiences of more than 30,000 and consistently delivering a diverse arts programme …
Do you have something that’s broken that you don’t know how to fix but can’t bring yourself to throw away? Something like a toaster, kettle, lamp, bag, toy, jewellery, pair of jeans or computer? Bring it along to the Repair Cafe being held on Saturday 27th January from 11.00am – 2.00pm in Ely Library and …
The end of term ‘Charities Day’ sees Ely College students raise over £5000, with an equal split going to their six chosen House Charities Established in 2017, each year students at Ely College set themselves the challenge of raising as much money as they can for their House Charities. This year with a change to …
The whole Squadron would like to send a huge thank you to Waitrose and their lovely customers who allowed our cadets to help them pack their Christmas shopping bags in Ely today. Eighteen of our cadets worked in two hour shifts packing the customers Christmas food shopping supported by our Commanding Officer and three of …
In anticipation of Wicken Fen’s 125th Anniversary of becoming the first National Trust nature reserve, Babylon ARTS were invited by Wicken Fen to lead creative conversations with local communities. Led by artist Mina Heydari-Waite, people created their own ‘future artefact’. Over 350 of these artifacts will be displayed in Babylon Gallery alongside work from local …
Babylon Arts presents ‘Future Artefacts’, a local celebration of Wicken
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Ely Tigers rounded of 2023 with their first return fixture of the season as they faced West Norfolk, Tigers were looking to revenge a 29-22 defeat from earlier in the season. Tigers got off to the perfect start during the opening minute. Ely won a scrum and break quickly, with Matt French who in turn finds …