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Plans to attract wildlife and increase biodiversity have led to East Cambridgeshire District Council recording its first-ever Pyramidal Orchid. The spectacular plant – which has brightly coloured pinky-purple flowers in the shape of a pyramid – has been spotted in one of the areas in Ely being carefully managed by the Council. This involves leaving …
Pyramidal Orchid Spotted on Council Managed Land Read More »
A local primary school is saying goodbye and thank you to their long-standing head teacher who is retiring this week. Liz Bassett joined Ely St John’s Primary school in Ely in January 2012, having previously been the Head Teacher of Fen Ditton Primary school from 2007. Liz began her teaching career in 1988 and Cllr …
Retiring Headteacher Ely St Johns Primary School Read More »
Looking for things to entertain the family this summer holidays? Have a look at all the great things on offer at Ely Museum. From craft workshops to dressing up, Victorian fun to marvellous mosaics, there’s loads of family fun to be had at Ely Museum. Family tickets cost just £12 and you can visit as …
A £2million Growth and Infrastructure Fund to support sustainable projects that improve the quality of life for residents has been launched by East Cambridgeshire District Council. Organisations, clubs or councils that want to deliver a project have until 7th October 2022 to bid for the funds which can be spent on infrastructure that assists, promotes, …
Council Launches £2million Fund to Support Growth in East Cambridgeshire Read More »
Last week Cadet Sergeant Polly Nickless of 1094 City of Ely Squadron Air Training Corps attended Royal Air Force College Cranwell to participate in the prestigious Air Cadet Leadership Course (ACLC). This week-long residential course is one of the most challenging and demanding courses that Air Cadets from the ATC and Combined Cadet Force can …
East Cambridgeshire District Council has pledged to continue to work hard to secure the best outcomes for residents. The latest version of its Corporate Plan, which sets out its priorities for 2022/23, includes a focus on delivering sustainable transport schemes, community-led housing and environmental outcomes. Providing the means for active travel is a top priority. Last …
Council Pledges to Deliver Best Deal for Residents Read More »
Speedy King’s Ely pupil, Oliver Loveday, sprinted his way to victory at the National Preparatory Schools’ Athletics Championships. Oliver, who is in Year 8 at King’s Ely Junior, joined top athletes from prep schools across the UK to compete in the Championships, which were held at The Pingles Stadium in Nuneaton on July 4th. Oliver, …
Health experts are urging people to prepare for extreme heat on Monday and Tuesday with a level 4 red warning in place for Cambridgeshire and Peterborough. The exceptionally hot temperatures mean that overnight temperatures may not fall below 20 Celsius in some locations, especially cities and larger towns. Cambridge currently holds the UK’s record high temperature …
Level 4 warning of extreme heat for Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Read More »
Students from Ely College have had their day in court thanks to a new initiative being “trialed” by the East Cambridgeshire Community Safety Partnership. The light-hearted awareness-raising event at the former Ely Magistrates’ Court used role play to talk about serious issues such as knife-crime and county lines. It also gave young people the opportunity …
Historic hats from work and play are on display in our brand new ‘Hold On To Your Hat!’ exhibition at Ely Museum. Fun for the whole family at Ely Museum this summer, with the Hold On To Your Hat! Exhibition running from 16th July to 18th September 2022. Alongside a fantastic range of historic hats from work and …
Put a Feather in Your Cap at Ely Museum this Summer Read More »
From Friday 17th June to Friday 1st July, the city of Ely was host to a jam-packed programme of arts events and activities for all ages, including live music, crafts, theatre and art, as part of the annual Ely Arts Festival. Organisers were delighted to welcome an estimated 5000 people to festival events and activities …
Launching a climate café, reducing paper use and delivering 24 electric charging points all feature in East Cambridgeshire District Council’s latest Environmental Action Plan. Every year the District Council sets itself 20 challenging actions to help it achieve its goal to become net carbon zero by 2040. The latest action plan, which can be downloaded here, …
A sporting week played out in Ely against a background of sunshine and Wimbledon fever. 10is Academy was chasing the quadruple. With the Men 1 and the 14U girls having already won the National League Division 2, the attention was turned toward the Cambridgeshire leagues with the Ladies 1 and the Men 1 ready to …
10is Academy Ely’s Big Party as the Quadruple is Assured and SW19 is Coming to Ely Read More »
A new club, Ely Elites, part of Safe Soulmates, a friendship organisation which runs social events throughout Cambridgeshire, is now running in Ely. It is an evening club, running from 7pm to 8.30pm open to the additional needs community to encourage those who would like a safe space to meet once a month, to come along …
Ely Elites in Ely Open to All Adults with Additional Needs Read More »
A traditional afternoon tea in the garden of the Bishop of Ely’s house in the shadow of the cathedral was “just perfect” said one of the invited guests. For the past 12 years a team of volunteers, with the support of Ely Cathedral, has organised a community traditional Christmas Day lunch for those in need …
Ely Community Lunches Team Serves Teatime Treats Read More »
Businesses that experienced a downturn in trade as a result of the Covid pandemic but missed out on earlier grants or subsidies are being given a final opportunity to apply for a double discount on their business rates. East Cambridgeshire District Council believes more than 500 businesses across the district have yet to apply for …
Soham’s annual Beer and Music Festival kicks off tonight with free entry at 5pm All profits are in aid of local charities, EACH, Soham Rotary’s Ukraine Appeal and Soham Community fund. Please stop by enjoy the bands and sample the excellent range of over 20 draught craft beers and 10 craft ciders. There will be …
Jubilee themed craft bombs, bottle stalls, litter picking, diners club, making floral centrepieces and coffee meet ups; not to mention the monthly meetings with an array of activities and speakers. Just some of the varied events and projects that Ely City WI host and lead upon. We are a fun and friendly WI group that …
The forecast currently looks very good, so come and join the fun at Ely Tennis Club! We are offering the excitement of some fun games of tennis (suitable for kids and adults and all levels of players) including a thrilling exhibition match with our collection of vintage wooden rackets and tennis whites. As well as …
Ely Tennis Club is Hosting its Very Own Wimbledon Finals Day Event on Sunday 10th July Read More »
East Cambridgeshire District Council and Grovemere Property Limited have stepped in to provide urgent funds for a much loved Ely bus service at imminent risk of collapse. The Ely Zipper, which is commissioned by the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority (CPCA), has been providing an hourly service between Ely, Witcham, Haddenham, Wilburton, Stretham and Little …
Ely Cathedral’s traveller reviews lands it a place among travellers’ favourites and is rated amongst the top ten percent of attractions worldwide. Every year, Tripadvisor celebrates attractions that consistently deliver amazing experiences with a Travellers’ Choice Award—and this year Ely Cathedral is named amongst them as well as being acknowledged as one of the top …
Ely Cathedral Wins 2022 Travellers’ Choice Award by Tripadvisor Read More »
On Sunday, 1094 Ely Squadron were back out in the community for the second week in a row. This week the Squadron’s Civilian Committee were fund raising to support the cadets at Ely Aquafest by raising a fantastic £446.00 on the Tombola tables full of prizes donated by the Cadet’s parents. The cadets were extremely …
Ely Tennis Club’s Ladies 1 needed at least a draw to win the Cambs 2022 LTA Dunlop Summer League division 5 outright but they closed the season out in style, beating Cambridge based Cocks and Hens 8-0. A maximum possible total of 14 points, 7 match wins out of 7 and an impressive 46 sets …
Game, Set, Match and Promotions for Ely Tennis Club’s Ladies 1st Team and Men’s 2nd Team Read More »
On Saturday 25th June, 2 years later than planned due to Covid, the Garfield Memorial Pen was opened at Cats Protection, Little Ouse. This is where cats are fostered before going onto their new lives. After Ely’s most famous cat passed away three years ago it was decided to have a pen named in his …
Tribute to Mr Sainsbury’s at Ely Cats Protection Read More »
On Wednesday 29th July, a new exhibition: You Live in a Paradise of Your Own Creation by Harland Viney launched at the Babylon Gallery, Ely. The exhibition’s curator Nancy J Clemance worked at Babylon Gallery from 2004 to 2008. She then moved to Dorset and met artist Harland Viney, quickly becoming friends and collaborators. After …
The session proved so popular that coach Matt found ways of including more attendees than were originally expected so that nobody missed out! The lucky boys and girls were treated to a series of games and activities that were inspired by the cheeky yellow characters from the Universal Pictures movie series, and the idea proved …
Yesterday, (28th June) saw the final release of hand-raised black-tailed godwits as part of an emergency intervention which has thrown the critically endangered wetland bird a lifeline and helped increase its chances of survival. With this latest release – the last of the project – over 200 headstarted birds will have been released onto the …
Critically Endangered Black-Tailed Godwits Thrown Lifeline in the Fens Read More »
Haddenham Beer Festival is running from the 1st to the 3rd July at The Recreation Ground, Hop Row, Haddenham. CB6 3SR. It will feature live music from great bands such as Max Headroom, Special Groove, The Routine and many more! Our headline bands are So 80’s on Friday and Scooted n Booted on Saturday. We …
Ely Museum has been shortlisted for the Kids in Museums Family Friendly Museum Award, it was announced today. Charity, Kids in Museums, has run a prestigious annual award for 16 years, recognising the most family friendly heritage sites in the UK. It is the only museum award to be judged by families. From late March …
Ely Museum Shortlisted for National Family Friendly Museum Award Read More »
Over 20 film costumes from the world of movies to be exhibited in Ely Cathedral this summer. Following the success of Crowns and Gowns I, this follow up exhibition showcases even more fabulous costumes and jewels from major movies and TV, filmed on location in some of the UK’s most notable Cathedrals. This visually exciting …
The City of Ely RBL and Visit Ely ran the Inaugural Armed Forces Day event on Sunday 26th June on Palace Green. Participants included; 1094 (City of Ely) Air Training Corps with a great display of their outstanding work with their cadets, ejection seat and a 1969 Land Rover. Cambridgeshire and Suffolk RBL riders branches …
Just ten days to the opening of Ely Folk Festival 2022 at its new home on Stuntney Estate south of Ely. Festival spokesperson Fionnuala Lennon said ‘We’re rolling up our sleeves now to get the new site ready for our first visitors on 8th July. The new festival site will provide a wonderful green backdrop …
In their first year as a tennis club in Ely, the 10is Academy teams are flying high and are still chasing the quadruple. On Wednesday, the 10is Academy men’s 1st team took another step toward the Cambridgeshire League promotion and title in Division 10. The 10is Academy’s Men 1 visited local rival Ely TC 3 …
In its 20th Anniversary year, Witchford Colts FC became the first grassroots club in Cambridgeshire to become a Partner of Her Game Too, the voluntary organisation fighting sexist abuse in football. One of Witchford’s coaches, Emma Smith, is also the Ambassador for Her Game Too at Cambridge United FC. “I was so pleased at the …
Anyone who rents privately in East Cambridgeshire is being asked for their views on how the Council should address unsafe and substandard housing in the district. The supply of good quality, affordable, privately rented accommodation is vital for the welfare of tenants, and to meet housing need. East Cambridgeshire District Council is seeking the views …
Council Seeks Views on Policy to Address Unsafe Housing Read More »
Pupils and staff at Lantern Community Primary School, part of Meridian Trust, are celebrating achieving the School Games Bronze Mark Award, for their commitment to physical and sporting activities. Launched in 2012, the School Games Mark is a government-led award scheme, facilitated by the Youth Sport Trust to reward and recognise the school’s engagement (provision …
Lantern Community Primary School Receives Prestigious School Games Mark Award Read More »
Blessing Smith and Christy Buckingham picked the perfect spot to meet for a day in Ely on Monday. The mother and daughter from Ely sat admiring the wildflowers packed into the new seating area at Newnham Street Car Park with three-month-old Elora-Sunshine. They are pictured chatting to Councillor Bill Hunt, assets champion at East Cambridgeshire …
Car Park Makeover Benefits Residents, Visitors and Bees Read More »
Suffolk Philharmonic Orchestra to play a glorious all-Mendelssohn concert in Ely Cathedral One of East Anglia’s leading professional orchestras, the Suffolk Philharmonic Orchestra, is to venture out of its own county for the first time to play a concert of some of the most loved music in the repertoire as part of the 2022 Ely …
The journey to net zero by 2040 and a vision of a landscape thriving with wildlife are on track thanks to a year of action by East Cambridgeshire District Council. Figures published this month show the Council has already started to make cuts to its own carbon emissions, with a massive 76 less tonnes of …
Council’s Carbon Emissions Down, Tree Planting Up Read More »
Greater Anglia is advising people to only travel if absolutely necessary and expect severe disruption as national rail strikes – should they go ahead – are set to heavily reduce train services next week The RMT union is holding three 24-hour strikes on Tuesday 21st, Thursday 23rd and Saturday 25th June, with members of the …
Greater Anglia Warns of “Severe Disruption ” Due to Industrial Action Read More »
We are back! Rotary Aquafest on Sunday 3rd July. It’s been a long time! Come and join us. We have the usual river events including the annual raft race, entertainment from local groups and bands, including Isle ‘Ave a Shanty and plenty of lovely stalls and of course the fun fair. The events take place …
East Cambridgeshire District Council has apologised to residents and is assuring them measures have been put in place to address the issues relating to missed waste collections. A national shortage of HGV drivers combined with unforeseen staff absences has meant there has been a recent increase in the number of missed collections. Last week, East …
District Council Lays Out Plans for Waste Improvements Read More »
You can join with nature experts, wildlife charities and some very special Fenland characters from the past in Haddenham, Rampton and Over this summer. Across three dedicated dates and locations, experts will be on hand to help people of all ages to discover the wildlife living in the local area. With tailor made talks, table …
Unique Wildlife Event Days in Haddenham, Rampton and Over Read More »
Following the success of April’s litter pick after the Great British Spring Clean Ely City WI “jumped to the left and stepped to the right” to do the litter pick again! It’s clear to see that Ely City WI are striding ahead and most definitely not in a ‘time warp’! With the help of equipment …
A major milestone has been reached in the transformation of Ely’s St Mary’s Parish Church to make the medieval building fit for the 21st century. The project has attracted support from local and national charities, including £100,000 from the Amey Community Fund, but the major contribution, a staggering £388,000, has come from church members and …
The Ely Arts Festival voluntary committee are making the final preparations for the Ely Arts Festival 2022 programme, which runs from Friday 17th June to Friday 1st July. It includes a variety of events for everyone to enjoy. Highlights include professional theatre company Impromptu Shakespeare, who present an improvised Shakespeare play in The Maltings on …
On Tuesday 31st May, the East Anglia Stitch Textiles (EAST) group launched their exhibition of works at the Babylon Gallery in Ely. The exhibition explores the ‘Power of Stitch’, pursuing their own areas of interest, with a deliberate focus on stitch to interpret their creative journey. Two years in the making, the group have been …
Local Textile Group Explore the ‘Power of Stitch’ in Exhibition at Ely Riverside Gallery Read More »
On the morning of Sunday 5th June, Ely’s annual Eel Parade took place, led by a new 12m long carnival eel named ‘Eel-izabeth’ to mark the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. The rain subsided just as the Eel Parade started from Ely Cathedral at 10.30am and wiggled its way down the High Street and Forehill to the …
‘Eel-izabeth’ paraded through Ely High Street to commemorate Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Read More »
A Teacher at King’s Ely has been crowned a winner in this year’s Pearson National Teaching Awards. Esmeralda Salgado, who is Head of Modern Foreign Languages (MFL) at King’s Ely, has won Silver in the prestigious award scheme’s ‘Teacher of the Year in a Secondary School’ category. Esmeralda, who joined King’s Ely in 2009 and …
Passionate King’s Ely Teacher Recognised with National Award Read More »
The much-publicised Jubilee Big Band Show with Opus 17 in Isleham on Saturday proved a great success for St Andrew’s church funds, with over 120 tickets sold after limiting the number due to the need for dancing space. It was a superb programme, some of it unplanned, and leading to the rafters being lifted to …
A private fundraiser has just been launched to create a bronze sculpture as a permanent memorial for Garfield, known as ‘Ely’s most famous cat.’ The ginger tom, commonly known as Garfy, was a local celebrity who regularly featured in the local press for his various antics, as well as being the star of two books. …
2022 sees the return of not one, but two fabulous Art Unequalled events with a different mix of some of the best Artists and Crafts people that the UK has to offer at each. The first event, taking place on 11th and 12th June, will be a highlight of the attractions in Ely this summer. …
Bright, spring sunshine greeted the 84 athletes and two teams who took part in the Ely Tri Club 115 Squadron Duathlon on Sunday 8th May. The race started and finished on Lancaster Way next to the Apex Coffee House, heading out onto Witchford’s disused WW2 airfield for a 5K run before transitioning to a bike …
Ely Duathlon Tests Runners, Cyclists and Triathletes Read More »
The VCAEC, Helping Hands gardening team were lucky enough to gain £1,500 worth of funding from Redrow Home Construction. This incredibly kind donation has enabled the purchase of a sizeable garden shredder. VCAEC CEO Mark Goldsack said: “We are extremely grateful to the support received from Redrow and thank them for recognising the incredible work …
An amazing lady who would do anything to help residents, members and staff, was how Members at East Cambridgeshire District Council unanimously described Jo Brooks at its annual meeting. The Director of Operations retired to a standing ovation from all Members as they celebrated her work at the Council over the past 10 years. Her legacy …
The county’s largest-ever tree maze has been officially opened at Ely Country Park to celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. Designed by Bottisham school pupil Toby Milner, aged 14, the intricate walkways have been planted up with more than 5000 native hornbeam saplings. A junior maze, aimed at younger children, has also been planted using the …
County’s Largest Ever Tree Maze Officially Opened Read More »
Ely Cathedral will be celebrating the Platinum Jubilee weekend in style by exhibiting the official replica of her HM The Queen’s Coronation dress, which was commissioned by Harrods in 2012 to celebrate the Diamond Jubilee. The dress is an exact copy of the original, was famously worn by Claire Foy at Ely Cathedral for the …
Ely Arts Festival is on the look-out for local people who love drawing, have a passion for photography or are potty about painting to take part in the Picture Ely Art Challenge. #PictureEly is a free event taking place on Sunday 19th June, 10am to 3pm at Ely Market Square. The brief is to sketch, …
It’s been another successful week for 10iS Academy (pronounced ‘Tennis Academy’) The week started with a 7-1 win for the Women 1st team away at Cottenham in the Cambridgeshire league. Captain Ling Ling and Giulia winning 4 sets while young Ciara (14) paired with Mutsuko won 3 sets. The win means the team is now …
10iS Academy Jubilant After the 14U Girls win in the National League Read More »
On Sunday 29th May swimmers from City of Ely ASC attended the March Marlins Fenland Open Sprint Meet and had a very successful time winning 9 Gold, 6 Silver, 4 Bronze medals and achieving 54 Personal Best Times. Excellent swims by Megan Clarke and Daniel Kendall helped them to achieve the Top 13 year old …
Superb Swimming at the Fenland Open By City of Ely ASC Swimmers Read More »
This popular Music Festival, set at the Mad Hatters Campsite just outside of Ely will run from 1st – 3rd July 2022. Music will be in plentiful supply, with more than 20 Bands performing over two stages throughout the Festival, and a Neon DJ event on the Friday night. The event is family friendly, with …
The Mad Hatters Music Festival Returns for its Second Year Read More »
Ely Market is hosting a weekend of fun community events to mark the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. On Friday 3rd June, there will be a special Platinum Jubilee Celebration Market, and all the regular markets will take place as usual on Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. The Platinum Jubilee Celebration Market is on Friday 3rd June, 9am-4pm. …
Ely City Women’s Institute members have been out in force to decorate Ely in honour of Her Majesty, The Queen becoming the first British Monarch to celebrate a Platinum Jubilee. The planning, preparation and work behind the scenes has been in the making since 2021 and members have been busing crocheting, making pom poms, creating …
Ely City WI Celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Read More »
Pupils at Highfield Ely Academy were thrilled to receive several celebrity responses, including one from Her Majesty The Queen, after sending out letters with an invitation to ‘have an adventure with Flat Stanley’ – the character from the popular children’s book series. Nadine Long, a class teacher at Highfield Ely Academy, set her pupils the …
Pro Wrestling Ambush returns home to Ely Beet Sports and Social Club on 28th May for ‘You Know The Drill’. Pro Wrestling Ambush Men’s Champion TK Cooper will defend his belt against international wrestling star ‘Drilla’ Dan Moloney. Plus see all your favourites Sunshine Machine’s Chuck Mambo, ‘The Nigerian Kaiju’ Warren Banks, Spike Trivet, Mike …
Pro Wrestling Ambush Returns to Ely with ‘You Know The Drill’ Read More »
Brian Bignell was a freelance photographer in the early 1960s and took pictures of musicians on their way to stardom. Now residing in Ely, Brian certainly has some extraordinary photos, taken by him as he joined some of the most famous musicians in the world on their tours and gigs. Many, which are unpublished, are …
British boys’ choir Libera has chosen Ely Cathedral for its first major UK concert of 2022, when it will give one of the first live performances of music from its latest album, ‘IF’, which is already an international hit. This concert is likely to be a real celebration, bringing together ‘IF’ and Libera’s return to …
This Wednesday, The Old Hall, Ely, (Cambridgeshire) held an opening event at their newly constructed Orangery, an expansion of their Jacobean house, which offers an exclusive wedding and events venue, hotel and fine dining restaurant. The Orangery, for which plans were approved in March 2020, blends seamlessly with the beauty of the existing building, being …
On Tuesday 10th and Wednesday 11th May, Year 5 pupils from Littleport Community Primary School assisted in decorating a new carnival eel, named ‘Eel-izabeth’, ready for the Queen’s Jubilee inspired Eel Parade on Sunday 5th June. Babylon ARTS commissioned artist Cary Outis to lead the sessions, tie-dyeing three sections of five metres of cotton muslin …
Join us on Saturday 21st May for a fun-filled family day out at Ely Museum, included with normal admission. Ely Museum is delighted to be celebrating its first birthday on Saturday 21st May! Join us as we mark this event, exactly one year later, with the festivities and fun that we were not able to …
The pandemic is over and the ladies of the Isle Singers are back in full voice and would like to invite you to come and join us at our concert on 28th June. It will be held in our beautiful and historic church of St Andrew, Witchford. A concert to celebrate Summer, it promises to be …
Tenacious King’s Ely student, Eleanor MacGillivray, has been certified the highest scoring contestant in this year’s European Girls’ Mathematical Olympiad. Eleanor, who is in Year 13 at King’s Ely Sixth Form, is no stranger to academic achievements, particularly when it comes to Maths and other STEM subjects. However, Eleanor has just secured her highest Mathematical …
King’s Ely Pupil is Highest Achieving Contestant in Major STEM Competition Read More »
Staff and pupils at Downham Feoffees Primary Academy are celebrating the results of their latest Ofsted inspection which found the school to be ‘Good’ in all areas. The academy, which is part of Meridian Trust, had the accolade of being rated ‘Good’ across all five key areas within Ofsted’s framework – quality of education, behaviour …
Three fabulous designs by young people in East Cambridgeshire have been selected to help East Cambridgeshire District Council celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. The Council ran an artwork competition over the Easter Holidays based on the theme “Plant a tree for the Jubilee.” Each winner will get to see their designs displayed on the side …
The time is fast approaching to the Platinum Jubilee celebrations that will be held in Ely and surrounding areas in June, and music will be featured in many for its nostalgia and inspiration. The St. Andrews Parish Church of Isleham is arranging a spectacular programme of just that at The Beeches Community Centre on Saturday June …
Ely City Women’s Institute members took on the craft of quilting as the activity for their May meeting. Highly skilled and experienced seamstress Pam Bedingfield prepared a simple and fun task to allow the group to have a go at making an octagon patchwork pattern. Supported by Members Sylvie and Linnie everyone got stuck in, …
A Table for the Nation will be unveiled in Ely Cathedral on Tuesday 17th May. The Fenland Black Oak Project has been working on this spectacular table for the last ten years. The giant Black Oak trunk was unearthed in 2012, Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II’s Diamond Jubilee year, from Wissington Fens, South West Norfolk. 10 years …
Giant Fenland Black Oak Table arrives at Ely Cathedral Read More »
Help experts survey the wildlife in your local area on 14th and 15th May, 2022 The New Life on the Old West (NLOW) team is inviting local people to join them on the weekend of 14th -15th May for some very special BioBlitz activities. Activities are taking place in Haddenham, Rampton and Cottenham or locals can …
In its first Ofsted inspection since opening in September 2017, Highfield Littleport Academy in Littleport, Ely has been rated ‘Good’ in all areas. The academy, which is part of The Active Learning Trust, is an area Special School providing education with specific educational needs. The report, which was published following a visit from Ofsted inspectors …
As the new Principal at Littleport and East Cambs Academy, Lauren Phillips is already putting steps in place to allow the school, its staff and students to reach their full potential. Lauren, previously Vice Principal at Milton Keynes Academy, started her new role after Easter and is proud to be leading the school into its …
The City of Ely Council has recently installed three new defibrillators at some of their sites and wanted the public to be aware of their locations. These are located at Ely Cemetery, Beech Lane, on the side of the chapel; on the river front path near the Maltings and next to Jubilee Gardens and one …
Sebastien Scaux hailed the dizzying improvement of the 10is teams ahead of another derby match in Ely. The 10is Academy head coach has been a driving force behind the growth of tennis in Ely, resulting in the creation of a new tennis club in September. That new tennis club helps install tennis as one of …
The French painter, sculptor and designer, Henri Matisse (1869-1954) was one of the 20th century’s most influential artists. His vibrant works are celebrated for their extraordinary richness and luminosity of colour and his spectacular paper cut-outs were his final triumph. Matisse: Drawing with Scissors, a Hayward Gallery Touring exhibition from the Southbank Centre features 35 …
Skilful King’s Ely pupil, Isobel Holland, is celebrating achieving a place with the National Youth Music Theatre (NYMT). Isobel, who is in Year 11 at King’s Ely Senior, is not only going to benefit from the many opportunities that the leading arts organisation provides to young people, but she has already been cast for their …
Talented King’s Ely Student Secures Role with National Youth Music Theatre Read More »
The Ely Arts Festival voluntary committee are delighted to present the programme for Ely Arts Festival 2022, which runs from Friday 17th June to Friday 1st July. It includes a variety of events for everyone to enjoy. Highlights include professional theatre company Impromptu Shakespeare, who present an improvised Shakespeare play in The Maltings on Thursday …
The 30th April 2022 marked the graduation of the most recent Ely Runners Beginners’ course. This time, they celebrated at Littleport parkrun! A good handful of graduates completed the 5K at Littleport, whilst supported by some of their coaches and regular Ely Runners Club members! Everyone did amazingly! There was a smattering of 5K PBs! …
Ely Runners Celebrate Completing Beginners Course Read More »
Ely Radio and Ely Swishing are joining forces with FRESH to support their fundraiser to provide ramp access to their building. Sara Ford co-founder of FRESH on Broad Street in Ely explains the Fundraiser “For most of us, getting around on a daily basis is easy. We can walk upstairs, squeeze through tight spots and …
The Soham Benevolent association, organisers of Soham Carnival are looking forward to bringing you their great family fun day this Sunday 1st May 2022. From 9am until 1pm in the main arena is the infamous heavy horse show. The parade of floats commences from 1.00pm from Holmes lane in Soham, travelling through the town then …
Saturday and Sunday saw the start of the LTA National Team Tennis Leagues for 10is Academy’s teams. The 9 and Under match against Cambourne had to be postponed as the away team couldn’t get 4 players. Meanwhile the 12 and Under boys promoted to the 1st division welcomed several time champions Cambridge Lawn Tennis Club. There was …
10is Academy begins LTA National Team Tennis Competition with Great Spirit Read More »
Many of you know about Spotted in Ely, or SIE for short. We have been around a few years now in fact eight years to be precise. We started small created by Mark Cooney on social media and we grew and we grew and now we have over 30,000 followers. Many of you will have …
Good Vibes Locally as Spotted in Ely reaches over 30,000 followers Read More »
To mark the Platinum Jubilee Ely City WI wanted to pass on their congratulatory message to HM The Queen by way of a personalised card. One of our talented Committee Members, Pam Bedingfield, hand crafted the red, white and blue celebratory piece to mark Queen Elizabeth II accession to the throne in 1952. As the …
The Great British Spring Clean has now ended and up and down the Country nearly half a million bags of rubbish had been gathered. Ely City WI played their part in this too, with the help of equipment provided by Ely Litter Pickers. The campaign has a clear and simple aim which brings people together …
Hearty Congratulations are in order for Cadet Sergeant James Munday, of 1094 City of Ely Squadron, who recently passed his Solo Gliding Scholarship course at 644 Volunteer Gliding Squadron RAF Syerston. James attended a nine day residential course held over the Easter Holidays by 644 VGS. After a week of intensive flying lessons both practical …
Cambridge Meridian Academies Trust (CMAT) and Cambridge Primary Education Trust (CPET) have confirmed their voluntary merger – and will be known as Meridian Trust. Under the new Meridian Trust, 23 CMAT primary, secondary and special schools have come together with five CPET primary schools, educating approximately 17,000 pupils. These schools include Ely College, Downham Feoffees …
Ely Foodbank is appealing to members of the public to continue donating essential food and other items to those in crisis as people across the UK face another sharp rise in living costs. Many of us will be feeling the squeeze from further food, fuel and energy price hikes hitting homes this month, with household …
Public thanked for foodbank donations as cost of living soars Read More »
More than 90,000 discounted rail tickets for journeys on the Greater Anglia network are on sale from as little as £3 as the Great British Rail Sale gets underway today. From 19th April to 11.59pm on 2nd May, customers can save up to 50% off selected advance tickets on thousands of journeys across the whole …
We have recently celebrated the 20th Anniversary of the Opening of Jubilee Gardens and several friends have got together to plan a relaunch of the Friends of Jubilee Gardens in this very special year, marking the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. We would like to invite everyone who enjoys the gardens to come to our relaunch on …
Work to give Steeple Row in Ely a makeover which will see the area transformed into an elegant walkway and seating area is due to start on 19th April. East Cambridgeshire District Council and Cambridgeshire County Council are working on a joint initiative to renovate the area which runs alongside Ely Cathedral’s Cross Green and is …
East Cambridgeshire District Council has underlined its commitment to going green by signing up to the Investors in the Environment accreditation programme. The Council, which declared a climate emergency in 2019, is the first local authority in Cambridgeshire to sign up to the scheme. It hopes becoming independently accredited as an Investor in the Environment …
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Community sports facilities across East Cambridgeshire are to be encouraged to apply for a share of a £300,000 grant. East Cambridgeshire District Council has made the money available as part of its Community Sports Facility Grants Scheme 2022-2025. The fund has been created to enable leisure providers to make sustainable improvements to the facilities they …
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