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Marion Grant, who joined Ely Rotary Club in March 2002 with her husband Eric (the first husband-and-wife to join together) sadly lost her fight with cancer on Sunday morning, 30 minutes after Saturday midnight, after a long period since diagnosis in October 2017. Soon after joining Rotary – in 2004 – she was given chairmanship …
All of the hard work since City of Ely Swimming Club’s move to the Hive has paid off with incredibly strong performances at the Cambridgeshire ASA County Swimming Championships held over the last month in Whittlesey and Cambridge. Maximillian Veiga was crowned Top 12 Year Old Boy and Iona Trainer Top 16 Year Old …
City of Ely Swimming Club 2019 County Swimming Report Read More »
Big Fish Little Fish have been putting on award winning events (Winner of Best Family Event, Family Festival Awards 2014-18, Time Out ‘101 Things to do with Kids in London) since 2013. We have entertained over 150,000 family ravers up and down the UK and have now launched in Australia. We have organised events in …
Ely Netball Club celebrated successes as teams 3, 4 and 5 took victories at the weekend in the Cambridgeshire and District Netball League. Despite the windy weather conditions, each team battled on to win against tough opposition. Captain Michelle Whyman guided Ely 3 in a tightly contested game, with a final goal seeing them take …
The Tigers knew the first twenty was going to be hard work when they kicked off into the wind. Repeated infringements kept them pinned back in their twenty two. The Tigers defensive line held strong which forced Thurston to opt for posts and take the three points. Ely then had a period of possession and …
Ely leave several points on the pitch against Thurston Read More »
King’s Ely’s award-winning boys’ a cappella group – the King’s Barbers – are being given a once in a lifetime opportunity to sing in the south-western Indian state of Goa. Music lovers from across the globe are expected to attend the Ketevan World Sacred Music Festival at Unesco Heritage City in Old Goa later this …
King’s Barbers to have their voices heard on the other side of the world Read More »
The Ely Tri Club Duathlon (formerly the Monster Racing Duathlon) is a great way to shake down those winter legs and kick start the race season off in the best way possible. Race HQ will be at Witchford Village College. The 5km run course is an out and back road route taking you across a …
Throughout February a selection of exhibits from some of the world’s leading examples of embroidery will be on display in the Lady Chapel at Ely Cathedral. The Beautiful Stitch is made up of over 50 exhibits which have been handpicked from the Embroiderers’ Guild collection to show embroidery at its very best and, in some …
Ely Cathedral debuts the Embroiderers’ Guild first travelling exhibition Read More »
A primary school in Soham got to experience local democracy in action at East Cambridgeshire District Council’s offices yesterday. Students from the Shade Primary School were invited by their local district and county councillor, Mark Goldsack, to attend a presentation and mock council meeting within the council chamber. The chamber was set up in a …
East Cambridgeshire Distrcit Council is continuing the roll-out of free public Wi-Fi by providing access points in Soham this month. East Cambridgeshire District Council’s Economic Development team has been at the forefront of developing the network working with local specialist company, Air Broadband. The team has delivered an innovative and cost-effective solution, building the necessary …
The Tigers spent the first half defending their own try line, a slight wind advantage for the opposition made a difference. Their line held strong until Cantabs finally crossed from a dominant scrum on the five-metre line. In the second half Ely were able to use the wind to kick to the corner. Two penalties …
Ely ladies top their division & win promotion in the Cambridgeshire LTA Winter League. With their win against Cambridge team Cocks and Hens Ladies 3 on Saturday (26th January, 2019) Ely ladies came top of their division (Division 6 of the Winter League) and have earned promotion. Team Captain, Rachel Peacock, congratulating the players, said …
Following their sell-out visit in March 2017, Ely Hereward Rotary Club are pleased to announce the return of ABBA ReBjörn to The Maltings for a great evening dancing to the music of ABBA, on Saturday March 30th. Abba Rebjörn – one of the best tribute bands in the UK – will perform all the great …
Aitus Group on Angel Drove Business Park currently has 2 spacious office rooms available in their serviced premises. Suite 6 is a 1st-floor office is 160sq/ft which is immediately available to rent for £425pcm + VAT and no council tax.Heating is via a central system and you can access the first by stairs or disabled …
King’s Ely Junior pupil and promising Rugby star Dylan Clifton has been selected to join the Northampton Saints’ Developing Player Programme (DPP). Dylan, 12, who is from the Ely area, says he was “surprised but very excited” to have qualified for the scheme following a series of trials. The DPP aims to be a “world-class …
King’s Ely pupil qualifies for Northampton Saints’ Developing Player Programme Read More »
September last year saw a charity golf day between members of Ely’s On Par who raised over £500 through generous donations, auction and green fees. Shop Assistant Tanya Ffitch from Ely’s British Heart Foundation came to collect the cheque from Zoe Habbin, Catering & Bar Manager for On-Par. Owner of On-Par, Graham Mawe said “It …
Ely On-Par Golf Day Raises £500 for British Heart Foundation Read More »
Latest figures reveal that more people than ever travelled between Norwich and Cambridge by rail last year. More than 35,000 additional passenger journeys were made with Greater Anglia in 2018, bringing the annual total to over 1 million – up 3.6% on 2017. Numbers of people travelling by rail between the two cathedral cities, and …
Coinciding with the ancient Celtic festival of Imbolc, which welcomes the start of agricultural Spring, twenty talented local crafters, makers and practitioners will be selling their wares in Ely Library on Saturday 2nd February 9.30am until 2pm From art, jewellery and textiles, to cakes, candles and woodcraft; you can even get a 15 minute massage or …
Students and staff from King’s Ely Junior and King’s Ely Senior came together at Ely Cathedral to mark National Holocaust Memorial Day. The theme of the school’s moving Service of Remembrance, held on January 28th, was ‘Torn from Home’. The service was held to commemorate the liberation of Auschwitz Birkenau; to mark the 25th anniversary …
King’s Ely students pay their respects at Holocaust Memorial Service Read More »
The Ely group of East Anglian Women in Business (EAWIB), celebrated its first anniversary on Wednesday 9th January 2019. The networking group marked the occasion with cake and conversation. East Anglian Women in Business was created by Ward Gethin Archer Director and Family Law Solicitor, Sarah Fairbrother, to provide a local forum where business women …
Networking Group For Ely Business Women Celebrates One Year Anniversary Read More »
Ely City Ladies 1s won 4-0 at home against Royston. Ely managed to dominate play despite Royston’s relentless efforts. Goal scorers were Gemma Mott (1), Ali Woods (1), Pam Clarke (1) and Jo Rayner (1), player of the match went to Gemma Mott. The Ladies 2s continued their unbeaten streak in style with a 4-0 …
Out of the blue a person needs to find the strength they didn’t know they had to do something absolutely amazing. James Salmons is such a person who saved his family from being devastated. In 2017, while enjoying an evening with his wife, Charlotte and children, Grace and Alfie. James was called upon to remove …
Community Stars Launches with an amazing Life-Saving story at Ely Cathedral Read More »
Wisbech were up for the game and it was a slow start for Ely. Wisbech crossed twice from Ely’s repeat infringements. The Tigers fought back when a well worked backs move saw Charlie Coupland make space down the wing. Oscar Edwards found a gap and put Jacob Muncey in for a try. Moments later Ely …
Ely just about see out victory in a hard fought game away at Wisbech Read More »
Following Babylon ARTS recent Taken by Storm exhibition, The Babylon Gallery is showcasing 66 original artworks inspired by the art of the vinyl sleeve in their Album Art Fundraising Selling Exhibition which runs until Sunday 27th January at the riverside gallery in Ely. Submissions came from people across the area, in a range of styles …
High Streets Minister, Jake Berry, came to Ely High Street. As part of her campaign to improve the outlook for our high streets, Lucy Frazer MP, invited the Minister to come to Ely. He met with key local figures who are actively engaged in efforts to ensure the future prosperity of the High Street. At a meeting with the …
Lucy Frazer MP Brings High Streets Minister To Ely Read More »
Ely Tigers Rugby Club is hosting a series of taster sessions exclusively for women at the Downham Road playing fields and anyone who wants to challenge themselves is invited. No experience of the game is needed, all that’s required is the willingness to get involved and try something new in 2019. Experienced coaches will be …
Following hot on the heels of Christmas and New Year Ely & District Branch of CAMRA will be holding its 9th Elysian Winter Beer Festival on Thursday 24th, Friday 25th and Saturday 26th January 2019. The venue for the festival The Maltings, Ship Lane ELY CB7 4BB The festival will be open from 6pm till …
Ely Southern Bypass walkway will be open in time to beat those January blues on Wednesday 23 January. The new bypass opened to traffic at the end of last year and since then our contractors, VolkerFitzpatrick, have been continuing to work on the walkway. The separate walkway linking Fen Rivers Way and Ouse Valley Way …
Fun for all the family! Beat the January blues with a fun day out at Ely Museum on Saturday 2nd February. Meet Marcus, the Roman Soldier and learn about his life. Dress up as a Roman and learn more about how the Romans lived. There will also be some fun Roman themed crafts to make …
TV Presenter and Naturalist, Mike Dilger, will be the special guest at this year’s Festival of Swans event at WWT Welney Wetland Centre. Numbers of wintering swans, ducks and wading birds peak on the Ouse Washes this month, and along with a mix of low water levels and cold weather forecasted, we could be in …
Ely crossed the whitewash within the first few minutes of the game. Charlie Coupland darted through the opposition defence, similar to last week’s score, and dotted down for a converted try. The Tigers crossed again moments later when Matt McCarthy dived over in the corner from a clever counterattack. The Tigers began to concede penalties …
During December, owner of Pure Ely, Cheryl Bailey decided it was time for Colin the Bear to leave the nest and make a family happy but before he left the shop on Three Cups Walk, he had one more life-saving task to perform. Colin who is over 2 metres tall and weighs more than most …
Colin Finds His Forever Home at Littleport Academy Read More »
Join a new community group to advise on the redevelopment of the Princess of Wales Hospital in Ely . The hospital is being developed by the local NHS into a health and care superhub. This is a place where lots of different health and care services are offered on one site. They need your help …
Have your say to advise on the Ely superhub plans Read More »
The New Year got off to a flyer on Sunday for the City of Ely Swimming Club at the Borough of Waltham Forest Swimming Club’s New Year Meet at the London Aquatic Centre. The Olympic pool inspired success for the Ely Swimmers who brought home 38 medals and 109 personal best times. There were …
Babylon ARTS & Ely Hereward Rotary Club announced the winners of the East Cambridgeshire Schools Art Competition at the exhibition launch at the Babylon Gallery on Ely’s Riverside on Friday 4th January. The exhibition continues until Sunday 13th January – open daily from 12-4pm and entry is free. Awards were made in five categories for young people aged …
East Cambridgeshire Schools Art Competition Winners Announced Read More »
Children with a love of music and singing are being given the chance to join the world famous Ely Cathedral Choir. And this year, for the first time ever, auditions for both girl and boy Ely chorister places are being held on the same day – Friday, January 18th. Being a chorister at Ely Cathedral …
Voice Trials 2019 – calling all potential new cathedral choristers! Read More »
The Tigers crossed the line first when the ball was shipped wide to Jacob Muncey who ran through the opposition defence to touch down under the posts. Ely then conceded a penalty in their twenty-two and the opposition opted for the three points. The Tigers conceded more penalties which gave the Crusaders the upper hand. …
Ely Tigers hold out for victory in a tough physical encounter with Crusaders Read More »
Ely Museum is delighted to have been awarded a National Lottery grant of £1.66 million for the Unlocking the Potential of the Old Gaol: Ely Museum Redevelopment Project. Thanks to money raised by National Lottery players, the project will rejuvenate Ely Museum and make it a fantastic destination for local people and visitors to the …
Ely Museum awarded £1.66 million from the National Lottery Read More »
Building on the success of last year, Ely College students celebrated their second ‘Charities Day’ which raised over £3000 for their chosen charities. This action packed event, dedicated to fundraising, is one of the Cambridge Meridian Academies Trust’s well-established PLEDGES and Futures Days, where students are given the opportunity to work towards their PLEDGES or …
On February 3rd or 10th, depending on the weather, Spotted in Ely admin Mark Cooney will be attempting to do a mini-triathlon around Ely.
On Christmas Day Ely Cathedral hosted 130 people to a full Christmas lunch with all the trimmings This is the eighth year the Cathedral has put on a Christmas Day lunch for those who are in need or lonely or just want to celebrate with others and enjoy being part of a community on this …
2018 may not be over but with just days to go before Christmas, it’s time to look back at what has happened this year and look ahead at what’s to come. As with every year before, Spotted in Ely has helped with lost and found items, travel reports, local good news and community issues, local …
Staff at Rackham Primary School in Witchford were asked by their headteacher to spread some Christmas Joy to the pupil and parent community this festive season. Headteacher, Bridget Harrison said, “I saw a brilliant video online of some shopkeepers singing and walking through Ely High Street Passage and it got me thinking that our staff …
Year 11 students at Witchford Village College took part in a very poignant road safety day culminating in their Vice Principal and fellow students being cut from a vehicle. Firefighters from Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service staged the road traffic accident involving a car and a cyclist and arrived at the scene in a Fire …
Around 1,500 people witnessed talented King’s Ely students perform a stunning version of 1970 rock opera Jesus Christ Superstar. Hailed as “wonderful” by one reviewer and “impeccable” by another, five performances were held in the school’s Hayward Theatre, tickets for which sold out within a matter of days. More than 50 King’s Ely Senior students …
Formed back in 1993 Ely Outdoor Sports Association is home to Ely City Hockey Club, Ely Tigers Rugby Club and Ely Tennis Club. With three rugby pitches, an astro pitch and four tennis courts and a Clubhouse, it provides sporting and social facilities for not only its three member clubs but to the wider community …
Ely Netball Club is offering FREE Walking Netball sessions throughout the month of January for ladies (16+). The popularity of netball is currently being seen across the UK. Come along and see what it’s all about by joining our Walking Netball sessions – the slower paced version of the game, aimed at anyone who is …
College staff were very excited to take a small group of students to the House of Commons on Thursday for the final of the South East Cambridgeshire annual inter-school debating competition. Lucy Frazer, MP for South East Cambridgeshire, adjudicated whilst Head of Criminal Justice, Sir Brian Leveson, judged the debate. The final follows first rounds of debating in …
Witchford Village College Student wins debate at Westminster Read More »
Ely Free Wifi is a collaborative project that has drawn together the needs of the public, shoppers, market traders and tourists visiting the city.
It was a back and forth first ten minutes with neither side conceding. Finally, the deadlock was broken when Ely gained a penalty in the opposition twenty-two. Man of the match Mitchell Kennett opted for the quick-tap penalty and rumbled his way over the line for a converted try. The Tigers crossed again a few …
Ely just missed out on a bonus point win against West Norfolk Read More »
Fantastic day here at Witchford Village College. We have been raising money for Save the Children supporting their Christmas Jumper Day. It was also the day for Christmas Dinner and our canteen staff cooked a very tasty one (turkey with all the trimmings or vegetarian filo tart) served by the Principal, Vice Principal and Assistant …
Witchford Village College celebrate Christmas Jumper Day Read More »
It’s your last chance this week for amateur and professional artists to enter Babylon ARTS’ fundraising Album Art competition. Florence Tong, Head of Project Delivery at Babylon ARTS said ‘You need to get your entries in by Monday 17 December. There’s £100 prize up for grabs for ‘Best in Show’. Entries are open to any …
Your last chance to enter Babylon ARTS’ Album Art Exhibition Read More »
A group of Ely College students have spent their free time over the past few weeks collecting food to donate to the Ely Food Bank. Students across school were inspired by those in Scott House, who have organised this year’s collection. Everyone donated an array of food to give to those in need, from baked …
Members of Isle of Ely Rowing Club brought home a fantastic 14 Gold medals from the British Rowing Indoor Championships in last Saturday. Ely’s Captain, Duncan McCulloch, congratulated all who took part and said the performances from club rowers “did us all proud”. The Indoor Championships take place each year at the 2012 Olympic velodrome …
Gold Rush for Ely at British Rowing Indoor Championships Read More »
On Saturday, local choir Rock Vox sang Christmas Carols outside Waitrose and raised a marvellous £208.82 for Addenbrooke’s Charitable Trust. Rock Vox Choir from Ely are fundraising for Addenbrooke’s Charitable Trust at our Christmas events including carol singing in Ely and hosting our own Christmas concert in Isleham. Clare Vox from the group told us, we …
An Ely-based building firm is celebrating after scooping a prestigious award at a national ceremony last month. D.G. Building won the title of Best Local Builder or Traditional Craftsperson at the Local Authority Building Control (LABC) Building Excellence Awards Grand Finals. The LABC Building Excellence Awards are the largest business to business awards in the …
Local Building Firm Raises The Roof at National Awards Read More »
On the second week running Ely didn’t concede a try. The Tigers crossed the line eight times. Matt McCarthy scored four with winger Paul Dewey slightly behind him with a brace. Thomas Jackson also scored in his return to the first XV from injury. Ever-present Jim Storey also crossed from the back of a dominant …
Ely Tigers with another runaway win against bottom of the league Ipswich YM Read More »
Ely High Street wine merchants, Anglia Wines, has announced they are to close their doors in the New Year, as the shop’s owners return home to Australia. The shop, which specialises in fine wine, spirits, beer and cigars from across the globe has been open since 2010. Owners Kate and Matthew Street took over in …
Customers raise a toast as Anglia Wines say farewell. Read More »
King’s Ely’s Equestrian Team will be representing the school at both the National Schools’ Equestrian Association (NSEA) Show Jumping Finals and the Royal Windsor Horse Show 2019. Some of the school’s riders will also be competing at the Hickstead Elite Qualifiers following their stellar efforts at the NSEA Show Jumping Qualifiers, held at Forest Edge …
King’s Ely riders qualify for Royal Windsor Show and NSEA Finals Read More »
The cast and members of The Littleport Players promised an evening to remember and boy (or girl) they sure didn’t disappoint. From the off, the room (about 120 in the audience) was filled with laughter, music, fun, surprises and a huge dusting of talent ! All the cast members were amazing and everything went to …
A Star-Studded Spectacular (Littleport’s Finest) ‘Aladdin’ Opening Night Read More »
Today the College is buzzing with one hundred and twenty-six students taking part in 12 hours of continuous sport. Students will be improving their sports skills, team building and working on their physical strengths whilst having fun. The main aim of the day is to raise money for the Malcolm Whales Foundation. Damien Whales founded …
Littleport Community Primary and the PTFA recently held a spectacular frosted wonderland, which was advertised by way of a fun event countdown. Teachers, parents and the PTFA worked together to provide an enjoyable evening, for both the young and the old. The event, 3 months in the making. Promising excitement , celebration and most of …
On 30th November 2018, lucky members of 1st Sutton Scouts Beaver Colony were officially invested as Beaver Scouts in Santa’s Sleigh. The man in red was delighted to hear how well the young people had begun their scouting journey and made great progress joining in well and behaving as a good Beaver Scout should. Santa’s …
It’s more than 300 years old, has been hailed one of the finest in Britain and is so significant that it even has its own place in national heritage. And now, thanks to an exciting partnership between King’s Ely and Barcham Trees, the largest tree nursery of its type in Europe, the legacy of the …
A café in Littleport is being praised after meeting requirements to become a member of the Healthier Options scheme. Fieldside Café at Littleport Leisure Centre is celebrating becoming a Healthier Options member and as a result will be listed on the members page of the Healthier Options website and receive a certificate to display on …
Littleport Café Joins Healthier Options Award Scheme Read More »
Spotted in Ely yesterday (Monday) relaunched the initiative where a simple code word could help someone who feels insecure for many reasons while on a night out. With the help of East Cambridgeshire District Council and the local Police, the “Ask For Angela” initiative is to be relaunched and reintroduced into local licenced establishments over the …
Ask for Angela Initiative Relaunched in East Cambs Read More »
An Ely primary school will be getting an an extreme makeover to its outdoor space to enable children to remain more physically active – whatever the weather. Planning permission has just been approved to tarmac a section of the top field at the Lantern Community Primary School to turn it into an all-weather surface to …
The Church Christmas fayre for me, starts the beginning of the festive period. An event which is at the heart of community life. The fayre is always well attended and has many quality craft stalls, which are all unique. Many are from out of the area and belong to several specialist crafting guilds. The running …
St. Georges Parish Church Christmas Fayre……Complete with Elves! Read More »
The fitness suite at Ely College has been given a welcome boost with the addition of new strength equipment donated by Life Fitness UK. Prior to the arrival of this new equipment, the fitness suite had been more geared towards cardio exercise, with a select number of weightlifting options available to students. Now equipped with …
Ely College enhances fitness offering for students with new strength equipment Read More »
It took the Tigers several minutes to score their first try. Matt McCarthy found space down the blindside and touched down in the corner for a converted try. Jacob Muncey then scored a brace before half time. His first came from the back of dominant Tigers’ maul. The second came when man of the match …
Ely with a decisive victory over Woodbridge in nine-try romp Read More »
Two primary schools in East Cambridgeshire have each been awarded a new tree following a district-wide competition. Littleport Community Primary School and Robert Arkenstall Primary School in Haddenham, each submitted photographs of their favourite tree to be used in East Cambridgeshire District Council’s (ECDC) Tree Strategy which was adopted in September of this year. The …
On a wet and cold Thursday evening, the people of Ely turned out in their hundreds to support their local college and small businesses. Ely College Christmas market on 29th November was a fantastic festive success, raising £1400 for their PE and Drama departments. An event set to be repeated next year! Earlier this year, …
Ely College’s first Christmas Market was a gift to… and from the community Read More »
A local council which has pledged to work hard to prevent violence and harassment against women in the workplace has won accreditation for its proactive stance. East Cambridgeshire District Council (ECDC) today (Monday 26th November) unveiled their ‘White Ribbon’ plaque, which has taken pride of place in the reception of the council offices. White Ribbon, …
Three Cups Walk business Pure Ely has been home to the very special guest whose mission is to now save lives. Flirty Colin the Bear is up for grabs to one lucky person in a draw to fund a new defibrillator for Ely. Standing over 2 metres tall and quite an impressive figure to move, …
Win Colin, the 2 metre tall Bear who wants to Save Lives Read More »
The Chapter of Ely Cathedral is delighted to announce the appointment of Edmund Aldhouse as Director of Music. Edmund will succeed Paul Trepte who retires next Easter and whose distinguished career in this post spans 29 years. Speaking about his appointment Edmund said: “I am thrilled and humbled to have been appointed as Director of Music …
Come and see Father Christmas in his Victorian Parlour on Saturday 15th and Sunday 16th December – that’s the invitation from Ely Museum to children everywhere. “Every child visiting Father Christmas will receive a present and there will also be the chance for them to enjoy some Christmas crafts,” said Curator Elie Hughes. “It promises …
Now in it’s 5th year the Haddenham Beer Festival has raised in excess of £28,000 for local charities and good causes including in excess of £8000 in 2018! Organisations receiving cheques this year included Arthur Rank Hospice, Multiple Sclerosis Society, The Brownies, Haddenham Over 60’s Club, The Bonfire Committee, Haddenham Pre-School, Haddenham Library, Big H …
Haddenham Beer Festival Donates Funds to Local Groups Read More »
Wedding and Events venue, Horsley Hale Farm announced today that it has been named the Best Newcomer at the 4th Annual 4 Counties Wedding Awards. The prestigious awards, presented by Director of the National Association of Wedding Professionals, Tracey Butterfiled, recognise and reward the hard work and dedication of wedding suppliers in Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire …
Well Ladies and Gentlemen, Boys and Girls, I can’t tell you what a great time we all had on Saturday in the Children in Need Show. What a journey, from that very first day of asking Abi to be the star of a show to being the last one to walk out the front door …
Babylon ARTS has joined the #GivingTuesday movement to encourage people in Ely to do “good stuff” in the run up to Christmas. The Ely-based arts charity is launching a Christmas Appeal to raise funds for Ellie, the infamous Eel who can be seen parading the streets of Ely each spring. Donations made to the …
Ellgia a local, community-minded recycling company has pledged to raise the profile of small businesses this Christmas. Partnering with Visit Ely, Ellgia has called upon their wide network of business contacts to seek donations to come up with a variety of free giveaways this December. Joe Hemsley-Rudd, Sales Director at Ellgia said: “We are a …
Ely to Celebrate Small Business Saturday with a HUGE GIVEAWAY Read More »
This article is a difficult one for me, more personal than I would usually choose….or indeed even like. But I hope you will understand, the importance of this and for me to come out of my comfort zone (& front door). This week I had planned as usual to go out into the community. To …
Talented King’s Ely Junior pupils wowed audiences with their electrifying production of Frankenstein. After months of planning and rehearsing, Year 7 and 8 thespians took to the stage on November 20th and 21st to present an adaptation of the Mary Shelley novel that was full of shocking twists and turns, and which certainly kept audiences …
Pupils’ production of Frankenstein goes down a storm Read More »
HRH The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall are to pay a visit to a special Ely Markets showcase, as part of a day of engagements in East Anglia. Their Royal Highnesses will visit the Market onTuesday 27th November and His Royal Highness will also visit, The Thomas Parsons’ Charity Almshouses and Ely …
The Prince Of Wales and The Duchess Of Cornwall to Visit Ely Markets Read More »
The Littleport 1st Scouts were outside the Co-Op on Main Street on Saturday, to raise much needed funds for the group. Scout leader, Julie explained that earlier this year The Co-Op made the Scouts one of three local groups which they are assisting with fund raising. The stand was also an opportunity for locals to …
Pudsey ears and spotty socks have resulted in King’s Ely raising hundreds of pounds for Children in Need. Pupils and staff at King’s Ely Acremont and Nursery and King’s Ely Junior grabbed their spottiest and wackiest accessories and went the extra mile to celebrate the annual fundraising campaign on November 16th. At King’s Ely Acremont …
King’s Ely pupils go all out to celebrate Children in Need 2018 Read More »
Last week we shared a story asking for volunteers to help plant trees and hedgerows on a site in Ely. Here’s an update: Some photos from todays tree planting operation. We had 23 volunteers and perfect weather for it! All the trees and hedging we had was planted today. We hope to put another hedge …
10 year old Jasmine McIntosh lives in Ely and is a long standing member of Ely Wildlife Watch, the junior club of the Wildlife Trust. Jasmine has been working hard to achieve her Kestrel award. This award has four wildlife challenges: Create it!, Do it!, Record it! and Shout about it!. To complete the final …
Create it!, Do it!, Record it! and Shout about it! with Ely Wildlife Watch Read More »
A fourteen year old from Witchford Village College took centre stage at a major sporting event this week. Jess Lonnen was successful in her application as one of two young event hosts at the School Games National Summit 2018 for the Youth Sports Trust. The prestigious celebration lunch took place at the Ricoh Arena in Coventry …
Sporting Presentation Success for Witchford Village College Pupil Read More »
Key note speaker and Olympic champion Sally Gunnell OBE was joined by over 250 local businesses at East Cambs Business Boost 2018 held at The Hive Leisure Centre in Ely on Friday 23rd November. Business Boost is the District’s largest business to business networking event and is organised by East Cambridgeshire District Council’s (ECDC) Enterprise …
Sally Gunnell OBE Leads Line-up at East Cambs Business Boost 2018 Read More »
Following on from our hugely successful (even if we do say it ourselves!) Wine Festival in May, Ely Wine Events are proud to present our Ely Craft Spirits and Wine Festival. Join us at The Maltings (conveniently located close to the train station), Ely on Sunday 2nd December – 12:30 to 16:30 – where you will be able to …
The latest Ely Runners 10-week Beginners’ course has just ended, with the participants completing a 5K run. Everyone did brilliantly! This is a popular course, which fills up quickly and is made possible by a group of coaches and club volunteers, who all give up their free time. Many of the graduates from this course …
People in Cambridge, Ely and surrounding villages are now able to attend GP and nurse appointments in the evening and at weekends thanks to a free, new NHS service. The service, which was officially launched by Cambridge City Council Mayor, Cllr Nigel Gawthrope last night (21 November), is run by Cambs GP Network (CGPN) – …
Mayor opens valuable new service for patients in Cambridge Read More »
Two King’s Ely Senior students will get to have their viewpoints heard by prominent Judge, Sir Brian Leveson. Secondary school students across South East Cambridgeshire have been competing in this year’s Inter Schools Parliamentary Debating Competition. The contest, pioneered and organised by local MP Lucy Frazer, is now in its fifth year. Year 10 students …
Mia and George to represent King’s Ely at Houses of Parliament Read More »
King’s Ely was delighted to both host and win the Isle of Ely District Cross Country Championships. Students from Ely College, Witchford Village College, Littleport and East Cambs Academy, Cromwell Community College, Neale-Wade Academy and Wisbech Grammar School travelled to King’s Ely to compete in the event on November 15th. King’s Ely came first, Wisbech …
King’s Ely crowned Isle of Ely District Cross Country Champions Read More »
Ely Cathedral welcomed over 15,000 visitors to its annual Gift & food Fair last week making it record attendance for the seventh year the Fair has been taking place. Due to the event growing in size and popularity an extra day was added this year to accommodate the growth. Many stall holders sold out and …
Record number of visitors attend Ely Cathedral’s Christmas Gift & Food Fair Read More »
Four of Ely Squadron’s young cadets received their first taster flying lesson this weekend in the RAF’s basic trainer aircraft The Grob Tutor at RAF Wittering. The Squadron also flies at the home of the Air Force RAF Cranwell. The Air Cadets are a voluntary youth organisation closely affiliated to the Royal Air Force but …
In its first inspection since receiving a Good rating in 2014, Ofsted has praised Highfield Ely Academy for its clear vision, drive and unwavering determination in a strong and effective safeguarding environment. The report states: ‘Aspirations for all pupils are high. Staff encourage pupils with their learning and provide well-targeted support. Leaders ensure that …
“Off to the shed” isn’t something which my family and friends are likely to hear me call, but this week I did just that. The lure of visiting ‘The Hangar – Littleport’s Men’s Shed’ became more than tempting. I think in part, it came about as my father had never let me into his shed. …
Ely lost the coin toss and the opponents started with the wind advantage. The Tigers solid defence held Fakenham out for the first ten minutes as they were eager from the get-go. The Tigers then forced their way back up the pitch against the wind. The ball was shipped to the backs from a successful …
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