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Cambridgeshire’s biggest bus operator has encouraged local customers to always make sure they pay the best price for them, after revealing great new fares that will apply on its services from 31 August 2025. Stagecoach East has consistently delivered great value options for travel and, with the new fares, Adults can now get unlimited travel …
Cambridgeshire residents who may need extra help and support to travel on the bus have been encouraged to get out and about with a range of free Journey Assistance Cards. Stagecoach East’s drivers have an outstanding reputation for helping vulnerable customers, but not all specific needs are obvious or visible, so a Journey Assistance Card …
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Four of Ely’s leading heritage attractions have joined together in an exciting new partnership to launch the Ely Passport – a money-saving, multi-site ticket designed to help visitors make the most of their time in the city. For just £29.50, The Ely Passport offers discounted entry to four of the city’s must-see attractions: Ely Cathedral, …
The Stained Glass Museum is delighted to have reopened its doors after a major redisplay of its 20th and 21st century collections. More works than ever before are now on display in the museum’s permanent gallery, located in the south triforium of Ely Cathedral. As part of the redisplay, over a third of the museum’s …
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Families looking for a fresh adventure that will deepen their connection with nature can enjoy a new postcard adventure trail launching for the school summer holidays at WWT Welney. The trail is one of many activities planned that will offer a summer of wonder for all exploring the wetlands. Giant postcards, designed by children’s illustrator …
WWT Welney Promises a Summer of Wonder with New Postcard Adventure Trail Read More »
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 »
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 »
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. …
Visitors at WWT Welney in Norfolk can experience a white winter wonderland with a difference as thousands of swans return to the area after completing incredible journeys from their summer homes in Arctic Russia and Iceland. To celebrate this migratory miracle, the wetland site is putting on a range of events to allow people to …
Swan Spectacle Makes for a Wild Winter at WWT Welney Read More »
Museum continues good work with grant funding from The National Lottery Heritage Fund Ely Museum is delighted to announce the support of The National Lottery Heritage Fund for their project to increase access to their historic collections and to develop and grow the exhibitions and events that they hold for the community. Faced with growing operational …
WWT Welney is hosting a special day-long event later this month with the RSPB to mark the end of a seven-year programme that has boosted the numbers of one the UK’s rarest breeding wading birds, the black-tailed godwit, by an incredible 40%. The wetland site will be opening its doors at 6.30am on Sunday, September …
Conservation Charity Celebrates Regional Revival of Rare Wading Bird with Free Event Read More »
Visit Ely Opens the Door to the Cities Heritage from 8th September – 17th September Heritage Open Days, the national festival aimed at making Heritage accessible to all, returns for 2023 and Visit Ely are thrilled to be organizing a number of wonderful events again. With the support of partners, including Kings Ely and more, the …
Historic House, once home to the Cromwell family Earns a Place Among Travelers’ Favorites for 2023 Oliver Cromwell’s House today, announced it has been recognised by TripAdvisor as a 2023 Travelers’ Choice award winner for a Visitor Attraction. The coveted award celebrates businesses that have consistently received great traveler reviews on TripAdvisor over the last …
Warm summer evenings are the perfect time to go on a nocturnal wildlife adventure, a great chance to see a different side to your local wetland centre. Just as many of us are finishing our day and thinking about turning in for the night, there are a range of mammals, birds and insects who are …
Experience Incredible Wildlife on a Night Time Adventure Read More »
From drainpipe wetlands to bogs in backyards, the Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust (WWT) is calling on residents across East Anglia to make room for nature by creating a network of watery habitats to help wildlife in the region, particularly in cities/towns like King’s Lynn, Bury St Edmunds, Ely and Wisbech. As summer temperatures look set to soar, …
WWT Welney Wetland Centre has received a summer score to match that of the more famous winter experience. So the site is again to be put forward for a Gold accolade. The calibre of staff and volunteers was also very high, leading to a nomination in the Welcome Accolade for a second year running. WWT …
WWT Welney Top Score by Visit England as a Great Experience Read More »
Nestled amidst the scenic, 2,500-acre Stuntney Estate in Ely, in Cambridgeshire, this picturesque rural retail village, halfway between London and Norfolk, is unlike any other. It’s a destination to be explored, a naturally immersive experience to be enjoyed; a place where sophisticated shopping, inclusive hospitality and untamed nature meet. Mark your calendars for an unmatched retail experience, where the service …
Ben’s Yard Opens 30th June 2023: Discover Shopping, Hospitality and Untamed Nature Read More »
Three seasonal trails highlighting the best of the UK’s wetland nature will be running at WWT Welney from 18th May until February 2024 as part of a partnership between renowned illustrator Sir Quentin Blake and the Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust. Throughout the partnership, “Drawn to Water: Quentin Blake at WWT”, WWT Welney will run three seasonal trails …
Visit The Stained Glass Museum for FREE on Coronation Day and Explore Royal Connections in Glass The Stained Glass Museum is celebrating its ties to the British monarchy by opening to visitors for free all day on Coronation Day, Saturday 6 May. To commemorate His Majesty King Charles III’s Coronation, visitors will be able to …
After a roaring success in 2022, Foodie Friday will relaunch just in time for the Easter Bank Holiday Weekend at Ely Markets on 7th April and will run throughout the summer on the last Friday of every month. Featuring some of the most delicious food vendors from across the region, there will be something for …
‘Foodie Friday’ Returns at Ely Markets this weekend – Don’t Miss Out! Read More »
Spring is in the air and for Ely that is the signal that the ever popular, unique Eel Festival is just around the corner. This year is special for two reasons. For the first time since before the pandemic, the Food, Drink and Craft Fayre is returning to being a two-day event, meaning that for …
Ben’s Yard is the new dynamic retail village located in Ely (near Cambridge), set to open in Summer 2023. The new go-to destination is halfway between London and Norfolk, making it the perfect stop-over for Londoners heading out of the city. With universal access, Ben’s Yard plays host to retailers including local businesses and great …
Ben’s Yard: Visit Local British Businesses at New Retail Village Read More »
Digital signs are being installed across the city of Ely as part of a joint initiative designed to celebrate our medieval city using the latest modern technology. East Cambridgeshire District Council has teamed up with Visit Ely and the City of Ely Council to install 13 digital information points which go live in June. They’ll …
A 20ft long interactive wetland mural will visit Ely Cathedral this weekend (Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th March) during its tour of the UK. Commissioned by the Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust (WWT) and originally unveiled in Bristol on 2nd February 2023, the mural highlights this year’s World Wetland Day theme of wetland restoration. Members of …
Giant 3D Wetland Mural to Visit Ely Cathedral on UK Tour Read More »
Gravel Farm Cottages comprise four stylish and luxurious self-catering properties located on a family-farm near Stretham, just five miles south of the beautiful Cathedral City of Ely in Cambridgeshire. Close to local amenities, yet delightfully rural and secluded, it is perfect for holidays, business travel, family and friend celebration weekends and mini-breaks. Dog, wheelchair and …
Style and Comfort at Gravel Farm Self-Catering Cottages Read More »
Families can discover the UK’s greatest winter wildlife like never before this February half-term by joining WWT Welney’s The Big Hideout. This half term the bird hides have become hideouts with activities available to take part in and the enthusiastic team at Welney on hand to help you discover the joy of birdwatching. All the family can …
Find out what’s happening at Ely Museum this spring Countless resolutions are made to kick off each new year, as we promise ourselves we’ll learn or try something new. At Ely Museum this spring, there are lots of opportunities to do just that! With a programme of evening talks and craft workshops, ideal for beginners …
Spring Programme of Talks and Workshops Announced Read More »
“Burial of a Princess? Treasures from a Saxon Cemetery in Ely” exhibition to open on Saturday 21st January Over 13 centuries ago in the south-west corner of Ely, a young woman was buried. Who was she, and was she a princess? It wasn’t until, on a cold winter’s day in 2006, the grave was discovered, …
Ely Museum has been selected as a Regional Finalist for both the 2023 Civic Trust Awards and the Selwyn Goldsmith Awards for Universal Design. A huge congratulations to architects, HAT Projects. Hana Loftus from HAT Projects said; “The Civic Trust Awards are rigorously judged through in-person visits, and set a high bar for projects that genuinely contribute …
Ely Museum is Selected as a Regional Finalist for a Civic Trust Awards Read More »
Calling all eek!splorers: Put Your Courage to the Test on eek!citing Interactive Trails this Half Term at WWT Welney Wetland Centre Families can test their bravery as they explore the eek!citing and mysterious world of wetland nature this October half term at Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust WWT Welney Centre in Norfolk. From the feathered and …
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Visit Ely are thrilled to announce that the beloved “Apple Day” is returning for the 22nd year in 2022. October 8th will see many stalls including Street food, cider, hand crafted delights, apple crumbles, pies and more! Taking place on the iconic Palace Green from 10am, this free festival of fun and flavours celebrates the …
Peel Away the Autumnal Blues at Ely’s Apple and Harvest Fayre Read More »
As the cost of living soars, and household budgets are squeezed, the museum is delighted to be providing these packs, filled with fun, to the foodbank. Ely Museum is continuing, for the third summer, to share the creative fun, and our love of the fens, with children across East Cambridgeshire with our creative ‘Museum From …
After a three-year gap Ely Brick Show returns on Saturday 3rd September 2022 at the Hayward Theatre Ely. Ely Brick Show was created by father and child duo Duncan and Kayla, who sought to bring the magic of Lego shows to Ely. This is its third year – the first year was hugely popular and raised £1500 …
Learn more about the process of making elegant hats and have a go yourself as part of Ely Museum’s programme of events during the ‘Hold On To Your Hat!’ exhibition. The fabulous summer of hats continues at Ely Museum! Have you ever looked at a fascinator in a shop and thought, ‘I quite like this, …
Create Your Very Own Hat at Ely Museum this Summer 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 …
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 »
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 »
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 …
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 …
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 »
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 …
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 …
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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 »
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 …
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 …
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 …
After two years of closure, artist Ted Coney is opening his pop-up gallery again on Ely’s Waterside from 24th April. His guided tours, which last about an hour show some of the oil paintings he has been making over the last fifty years. All his pictures have their starting point in family life and although he …
Residents, visitors, and green tourists alike are set to benefit if Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Combined Authority Board gives Soham Town Council a major grant to link the town’s new railway station by a cycleway to the world-famous wetland habitat and beautyspot, Wicken Fen. Wednesday’s Board (30th March) is being asked by Mayor Dr Nik Johnson …
Green Cycleway bid to link Soham rail station with Wicken Fen Read More »
New posters are on display at Ely rail station to encourage passengers passing through to stop and discover the area. The new poster boards and large posters – which display images of the city’s attractions such as the cathedral, waterways and town centre – have been funded by the Hereward Community Rail Partnership (CRP), Community …
New Rail Station Posters Highlight Delights of Ely to Boost Tourism Read More »
Thanks to a successful bid at auction, supported by Art Fund and the Arts Council England / V&A Purchase Grant Fund, The Stained Glass Museum has acquired the last window designed and cartooned by renowned Irish Arts and Crafts artist Wilhelmina Geddes (1887-1955). The Faith, Hope and Charity window was designed for the now deconsecrated St Paul’s Church, Battersea, London. Wilhelmina …
After two years’ absence we are back! On July 3rd we will return with all the usual stalls, fun fairs and arena entertainment. We are planning a special show. The ever-popular Raft races will also be back. Now is the time to get a team and build your raft. The more rafts the merrier. This …
East Cambridgeshire residents are being asked to identify which buildings, structures, archaeological sites and landscapes help make their local communities special. East Cambridgeshire District Council is taking part in a new Local Heritage Listing project for Cambridgeshire, along with the county council, and four other district councils. It’s an opportunity to help capture what makes …
Residents Asked to Identify Assets that Make East Cambs Special Read More »
One of Ely’s most treasured attractions has been named a “hidden gem” by the National Tourism Agency. Oliver Cromwell’s House was assessed under Visit England’s Visitor Attraction Quality Scheme and signified by the Quality Rose Marque before being highlighted in a list of special attractions. The Visit England assessor said the accolade was testament to …
Oliver Cromwell’s House named ‘Hidden Gem’ by Visit England Read More »
A new report has highlighted the hugely positive economic and social impact England’s cathedrals have on the cities and communities they serve and the effect the pandemic has had on their contribution. The report, issued this week, states that in 2019, England’s 42 Anglican cathedrals contributed £235m to their local economies. They provided 6,065 jobs …
To celebrate the recent major acquisition at The Stained Glass Museum by contemporary artist Kehinde Wiley (b.1977) join us this Summer for more #museumlates. Earlier this summer, The Stained Glass Museum was thrilled to announce a new major acquisition by American artist Kehinde Wiley. Wiley (b. 1977) is an established and celebrated visual artist, best …
More Museum Lates at The Stained Glass Museum to Celebrate New Acquisition Read More »
The annual relay race which celebrates the humble potato has been postponed for the second time in its nine-year history, but it will then look to remember Spotted in Ely founder Mark Cooney in 2022 The contest, which is organised by Isle of Ely Produce with the help of over 30 local potato farmers, sees …
The Great Ely Potato Race 2021 Falls to Covid Virus – but Honours Mark Read More »
On Friday 16th July, the East Cambridgeshire Schools’ Art Exhibition opened at Babylon Gallery. Babylon ARTS held an online awards ceremony, in which the prize winners were announced from each of the six Key Stages, with work from children aged 4 to 19 years. In it’s twelfth year, the exhibition includes artworks in a variety …
East Cambridgeshire Schools’ Art Exhibition Award Winners Announced Read More »
Ely’s EEL celebrations are back! Whilst it may not the usual Eel Festival, Visit Ely have bought you over the years, they are still marking occasion by holding a smaller, community event celebrating the humble Eel and all things local! Ely’s patriotic ‘Ellie’ and friends’ will be on the East Lawn of Ely Cathedral, Saturday …
With only 14 days to go to the opening of Ely Folk Festival 2021, it’s all hands on deck for the volunteer organising committee as it puts in place the final arrangements to ensure a covid-safe an music-filled weekend. Committee spokesperson Fionnuala Lennon admitted that it was a huge undertaking – ‘We really wanted to …
‘Edge of the Fens’ is the new exhibition at the Babylon Gallery, which features work that explores the light, line and texture of the Fens, as experienced by local artists: Annie Brown, Ruth E Blundell, Di Cope and Annie Neild. Annie Brown: “I relocated to the edge of the Cambridgeshire Fens in 2003 and taught …
Living on the Edge – Babylon Gallery hosts the work of four artists inspired by the Fens Read More »
The 10ft high exhibit is made up of over 100 individually sculpted glass feathers by artist Layne Rowe. The glass ‘angel’ wings are to support visitors and worshippers as they remember loved ones and contemplate all that has happened over the past year. The sculpture is made up of around 100 glass feathers, each one …
The second ‘Celebrate the Fens’ event is this weekend from the 18th – 20th June 2021, with ‘Celebrate the Fens’ day being 19th June, and it promises to be bigger and better than last year when the whole programme was online due to Covid restrictions. The event is organised by Karen Merrison who runs the …
To celebrate the recent major acquisition at The Stained Glass Museum by contemporary artist Kehinde Wiley (b.1977) join us for two free #museumlates to see the panel Last month, The Stained Glass Museum was thrilled to announce a new major acquisition by American artist Kehinde Wiley. Wiley (b.1977) is an established and celebrated visual artist, …
Free #MuseumLates at The Stained Glass Museum to celebrate new acquisition Read More »
Ely Cathedral has welcomed over 4500 visitors in the first two weeks of reopening to visitors. Like many major attractions, Ely has been awarded ‘Good To Go’ status which is the Visit Britain’s industry standard and means they have taken all the necessary steps to help ensure people’s safety in line with latest Government and Public Health guidance. …
Cathedral ‘Good to Go’ as it Welcomes Back Visitors with New Tours and Experiences Read More »
Following a far-reaching open-call in January, fifteen artists have been selected to feature in a unique and timely exhibition called I Matter, curated by Babylon Young Curator Olu Taiwo at Babylon Gallery in Ely. Formed of new and existing works created by artists from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds and communities, the exhibition responds …
The Ely Arts Festival committee have launched a crowdfunding campaign to raise £1000 to ensure the success of this years’ event and strengthen its foundations for future years. Run by a voluntary committee, the festival has been brought together despite the uncertainties of Covid, to provide residents and visitors to Ely with a vibrant programme …
Crowdfunding Campaign Launched to make Ely Arts Festival 2021 Shine! Read More »
Businesses in Cambridgeshire have declared it’s time to kick back from Covid and come together for a Summer festival of fun. They’ve come together to hold an Eco-Festival in the countryside just outside Ely, on the weekend of 18th – 20th June. The event will be one of the first large scale gatherings in the …
Kicking Back from Covid With Environmentally Friendly Festival Fun Read More »
Ely Museum reopened its doors today following a nearly 2 year shutdown, to allow for extensive redevelopment work and of course latterly due to the Covid-19 global pandemic. The £2.2m project was made possible thanks to a successful Heritage Lottery bid, along with support and funding from local councils, businesses and private donors. The redevelopment …
Ely Museum reopens, following its £2.2m redevelopment Read More »
Major Acquisition to The Stained Glass Museum By Contemporary Artist Kehinde Wiley (B.1977) The Stained Glass Museum is thrilled to announce a new major acquisition by American artist Kehinde Wiley. Wiley (b. 1977) is an established and celebrated visual artist, best known for his portraits that place black men and women in traditional settings of original …
Stained Glass Museum Reopens with New Artwork by Celebrated Artist Kehinde Wiley Read More »
Nature lovers will once again be able to view wildlife from inside the popular hides and the multi-level observatory at WWT Welney Wetland Centre, when government restrictions on closing indoor areas are lifted on 17 May. The Wigeon café will also be re-starting indoor seating, giving visitors the full wetland centre experience for the first time …
Following a £2.2m redevelopment, Ely Museum is set to open its doors again. Ely Museum is delighted to announce that we reopen to the public on Friday 21st May! Our much awaited reopening means we can now begin to share our amazing new museum with visitors and normality can begin to return. You can …
Organisers are delighted to announce that Ely Arts Festival is back for 2021. After the enforced break in 2020 due to Covid, a new volunteer committee has formed to bring together arts and cultural events and activities to celebrate how the creative ‘spirit of the Fens’ has endured through this challenging time. Ely Arts Festival …
Ely Will Be Celebrating the Spirit of the Fens, with Refreshed Arts Festival this June Read More »
People from the East of England are now able to find solace from the latest lockdown by getting out into the 1,300 acres of big skies and beautiful wetland nature at WWT Welney Wetland Centre which re-opened on Monday 12 April. Visitors are able to find out what is currently available and to get tickets on …
WWT Welney Wetland Centre re-opened on 12th April 2021 Read More »
Ely Museum is among more than 2,700 recipients to benefit from the latest round of awards from the £1.57 billion Culture Recovery Fund The award will support Ely Museum as it prepares to re-open to the public, following a Heritage Lottery Fund redevelopment which began in summer 2019 Ely Museum in Cambridgeshire has received a …
As birds begin returning this spring, a search for some very special eggs will soon be underway. The work of Project Godwit will resume next month, after last year’s lockdown saw efforts come to a halt on aspects of the project. The first few black-tailed godwits have arrived back in the Fens during the last …
Egg-cellent Conservation Project Helps Rare Birds this Easter Read More »
Thank you to everyone who has already submitted an expression of interest for the Ely Arts Festival event programme this year. We’re aware that given the challenges that groups and organisations have faced due to Covid, there may be limitations on the activities you can run or the type of work that you could present. We hope that …
Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust (WWT), the conservation charity which runs Welney Wetland Centre, in partnership with leading mental health charity the Mental Health Foundation (MHF), have created a guide to help people improve their mental health and wellbeing by getting out and connecting with winter wetland nature. Launched tomorrow on World Wetland Day (Tues 2nd …
On World Wetlands Day Charities Collaborate to Launch Wetlands and Wellbeing Guide Read More »
This time 50 years ago the Wildfowl Trust now known as the Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust (WWT) was donated 100 acres of land on the Ouse Washes in 1970. This was the mark of the second wetland reserve from the remarkable pioneer, Sir Peter Scott. At 50 years old, Welney Wetland Centre would like to pay …
Oliver Cromwell’s House is one of 445 organisations across the country set to receive a lifesaving financial boost from the government thanks to the £1.57 billion Culture Recovery Fund to help them through the coronavirus pandemic. 445 organisations will share £103 million, including Oliver Cromwell’s House to help restart vital reconstruction work and maintenance on …
Ely Cathedral is one of 445 heritage organisations across the country set to receive a lifesaving financial boost from the government thanks to the £1.57 billion Culture Recovery Fund to help them through the coronavirus pandemic. 445 organisations will share £103 million, to them help restart vital reconstruction work and maintenance on cherished heritage sites, …
Ely Cathedral receives lifeline grant from Government’s £1.57bn Culture Recovery Fund Read More »
The Babylon Gallery, based in Ely celebrates the community’s creativity in an exhibition that brings together five projects that began in lockdown and have, over the period of five months, involved hundreds of people in creative activities and discussions. During the course of lockdown, Babylon ARTS invited the community to get involved in various projects …
Apple Day is one of Ely’s best loved festivals and sadly this year, Visit Ely can’t deliver the whole event! However what we are bringing to Ely is a ‘mini’ Apple Day, outside Oliver Cromwell’s House, Saturday October 17th from 10 am – 4pm. This year, it maybe tiny in comparison, but we are still celebrating and …
Contemporary artist Amy Wormald is to present a new exhibition of paintings inspired by urban and rural landscapes within 20 miles of Ely. The exhibition entitled “20-mile radius” will take place at the Babylon Gallery from 29th September – 11th October. Amy Wormald is a contemporary painter living in Ely whose colourful work is inspired …
Award-winning Artist to Present New Exhibition in Ely Inspired by Local Landscape Read More »
A prominent building and tourist attraction in East Cambridgeshire will shine green in a joint effort of support for the nation’s Recycle Week. For the first time, East Cambs Street Scene (ECSS), the trading company owned by the district council and responsible for providing recycling and waste services across the district, and Ely Cathedral have …
East Cambs Landmark Joins London Eye and Blackpool Tower and Goes Green For Recycle Week Read More »
Visit Ely are very excited this Ghostly Season, as they have conjured up some really amazing tours and walks. New to the programme for 2020 we have a Witches and Witchcraft Tour, running every Thursday from October 1st! Every Friday from October 2nd we have a real treat in store! Enjoy a spooky walk after …
Ghost Tours and Walks Commence in Ely this October Read More »
This weekend sees the popular Heritage Open Days in Ely. Discover unique buildings and Ely’s historic past on Friday 11th , Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th September 2020. Visit Ely have come up with a completely COVID-19 secure and compliant programme! Friday 11th September11 am Ely Cathedral Monastic Tour1:30 pm Ely Cathedral Monastic Tour5 – …
The Stained Glass Museum is delighted to be reopening after a 5 month closure. We are delighted to announce that The Stained Glass Museum will reopen to the public from Wednesday 5th August 2020 with a number of safety measures in place. The Stained Glass Museum has acquired the Visit Britain ‘We’re Good to Go’ …
The Stained Glass Museum Reopens to the Public on Wednesday 5th August Read More »
On Wednesday 29th July, Ely Cathedral reopened its doors to visitors after over 130 days of closure. Over 250 visitors came through the doors on the first day to experience the Cathedral which has widely been acknowledged as one of the wonders of the medieval world. Nearly all areas are accessible to the public including …
Ely Cathedral is ‘Good to Go’ and re-opens to Visitors this week Read More »
At WWT Welney Wetland Centre the safety of our visitors, staff and volunteers is a priority and we are delighted to say that we have been accredited with the “We’re Good to Go” stamp of approval. “We’re Good To Go” is a UK wide industry standard which has been developed in partnership with Visit England, …
The Stained Glass Museum is delighted to announce that His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales has agreed to extend his role as Patron of The Stained Glass Museum for a further two years from May 2020. His Royal Highness first became Patron of The Stained Glass Museum in 2008 during a major appeal when …
Visit Ely may not be able to deliver our unique ‘escape room challenge’ right now, but we’ve come up with a fun alternative. Have a go at trying to locate the missing treasure that is still said to be located within the medieval walls of Ely! Download ‘Ely Pilgrim’s Lost Treasure’ for just £5 and …
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Ely Cathedral has been awarded an Eco Church Silver Award, in recognition of the steps the Cathedral is taking in implementing a more environmentally friendly approach in its day to day operations and ministry. The Silver award is part of the Eco Church scheme created by A Rocha UK, a charity committed to mobilising Christians to care for nature. The award, …
7thMay to 10th May 2020 Celebrate Ely’s eel origins with four fabulous days of quirky eel related fun and entertainment. We are truly honoured this year to share our Eel Celebrations with VE Day 75! Here’s a line-up of what’s on! Thursday 7th May – Launch of Eel Food Safari and Business Eel Throwing on …
An exciting new project, spearheaded by local residents, is gaining momentum in Ely; a ‘Splash Pad’. Featuring interactive sprinklers, fountains, water jets and much more a Splash Pad is a playground for water play. Typically zoned into three areas, a Splash Pad caters from babes-in-arms up to thrill-seeking teens making it the perfect active family …
Looking for something to do this year then come and see what Ely Outdoor Sports Association is doing for the community in Ely. With free live sports demonstrations, stalls, competitions and music all day at our Family Fun Day at Ely Rugby Club on Sunday, 7th June 2020. There will also be a delightful selection of cars, …
Join us in the fight against climate change! Since 2018, we’ve planted over 2000 hedge and tree plans on and around our campsite, and we’d love your help in planting more! Join us on Saturday 22nd and Sunday 23rd Feb between 11am – 1pm to plant your very own tree on our campsite. We’ll also …