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The summer is finally here and to celebrate Grovemere Property have launched their brand new Bike Share Scheme for companies on Lancaster Way Business Park, Ely in partnership with Ison Distribution. All the companies based on Lancaster Way Business Park will be given the opportunity to join the Scheme and the idea of the Scheme …
Eight-year-old Alessandro Rolfe is on a mission: to conquer Mount Snowdon this month. He may live in the flattest part of the country, honing his skills at Clip ‘n’ Climb in Cambridge – but Alessandro’s determined to complete his epic ascend to raise money for seriously sick children. The Ely boy’s been fundraising for children’s …
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Thirteen Air Cadets from Ely Squadron had a fantastic VIP day out at the Old Warden Airfield yesterday for the Shuttleworth RAF Centenary Airshow on Bank Holiday Sunday as guests of BAE Systems. 100 air cadets from Squadrons across the country were invited to take part in a series of STEM -Science Technology Eletronics and …
Ely Air Cadets had a fantastic VIP day out for the Shuttleworth RAF Centenary Airshow Read More »
It has become quite a College tradition that Year 11 don costumes for a day & raise money for their Prom. Dress-up day took place on Friday 4th May and students rose to the challenge, some wilting in inflatable costumes and masks in the heat. This fundraiser follows on from a successful cake stall and cake …
Witchford Village College Year 11 Dress-up Day 2018 Read More »
Cineworld Ely rings in its one-year anniversary on Saturday, 12th May, after welcoming nearly 260,000 cinema-goers in its first year. The 954-seat state of the art cinema has shown over 150 films across over 10,000 screenings, showing the biggest blockbusters and thousands of hours of movie magic for local residents. Hungry film fans have also munched …
Schools across the country are on high alert after receiving bomb threats today. The National Crime Agency said “a number of threatening emails” had been sent to schools this morning. The National Crime Agency is investigating the threats together with police. In a statement the agency said: “We understand that these types of emails can …
It’s day’s like these you imagine being at Centre Court watching famous names like Andy Murray, Roger Federer, Serena Williams and Johanna Konta but somewhere is history these guys have learned to play tennis at their local courts. Probably with a knock about using their local coach to see if the enjoyment and love for …
An iconic Ely adventure playground, recently plagued by litter and vandalism, has gone forever. However, the Ministry of Defence told Spotted in Ely that the decision to remove the playground, known locally as the American Park, was unrelated to its recent troubles. On April 27 the play equipment was dismantled from its site off Heaton …
Ely Netball Club will be running ‘Back to Netball’ sessions on Wednesday evenings throughout June at Witchford Village College, 7.30pm-9pm. Ladies (age 16+) are invited to join, regardless of ability or experience. If you have always wanted to give it a try but weren’t sure, or if you are a returner to the game then …
Octagon Cycling Club is looking for sponsors for its next big charity challenge: Cycling 200 miles in one day, in aid of East Anglia Air Ambulance & Beads of Courage. Nearly fifty cyclists from Ely’s Octagon Cycling Club are each planning to pedal 200 miles in one day in June to raise money for two local …
This year’s Ely Aquafest on Sunday July 1st, organised by the two Rotary Clubs in Ely, will celebrate its fortieth anniversary. The event, started by the Rotary Club of Ely as a “thank you” to the community for supporting Rotary’s fundraising throughout the year, began as a modest river-based event, but now encompasses the river …
Sometimes you just have to embrace your inner 80s child! Legwarmers, leotards and lycra were the order of the day at The Lantern Community Primary School yesterday. Dedicated dancers proved that you can have your cake and eat it – getting into the groove before enjoying some refreshments. The Dancefit session, hosted by Friends of the …
Where can you buy “Scotch Eggless”, ethical clothing, cruelty-free beauty products – and up-cycled furniture? At Ely’s Vegan and Vintage Fair, of course! Ely Markets is gearing up for its iconic fair this May Day bank holiday weekend. This popular event brings together an eclectic mix of vegan food alongside vintage, retro and traditional market …
A feast for foodies on May Bank Holiday weekend! Read More »
Five-year-old Alex Fickling was first through the door when Little Roos opened on Saturday. Torn between a hummingbird top and a stripy dress, the Pymoor resident eventually went for the latter, enticed by its bright colours and bold patterns. Mum Vicki Fickling said the unusual range offered inside the new shop was refreshing, with brands …
Fed up with just pink and blue? Get to Little Roos! Read More »
Ely Country Park has been recognised by Natural England and awarded accredited country park status. This acknowledgement follows recent developments and successes for the park including the installation of a new multi-play ship which was opened in during Love Parks Week in July 2017 and its fourth consecutive Keep Britain Tidy Green Flag Award in …
Ely Country Park Endorsed with Natural England Accredited Status Read More »
Want to have a go at a Total Wipeout style challenge near Ely? You shore can now! Or at least, on Saturday, May 12, when Cambridge Aqua Park opens to the public. The inflatable obstacle course has now been installed in Stretham, with a “few more finishing touches to the site” to be completed before …
Ever wondered what a Llamacorn is? Or where you might find a Beanie Flutter? Kids’ creative skills have been put to the test during a special competition hosted by the City Cycle Centre’s Toy Department in Ely. Over the past three weeks, the store’s been running a competition to see who could invent the best …
A member of teaching staff at King’s Ely has raised almost £2,000 for a mental health charity by completing the London Marathon. Claire Kyndt, Director of Learning Development and Teacher of Geography at King’s Ely Senior, was among the tens of thousands of runners who took on the gruelling 26.2 mile race in the capital …
King’s Ely teacher takes on London Marathon for second time in aid of MIND Read More »
Ely Archers began their first Sunday outdoors by closing off their indoor season with coffee, cake and awards. There were most improved indoor handicap awards for Louise Tapp (Ladies Recurve), Rob Edson (Mens Recurve), Rob Edson (Mens American Flatbow), Jasmine Pearson (Ladies Barebow), Malcolm Basing (Mens Barebow) and Mike Bradford (Mens Compound). There were also …
A slice of Paradise will be forever lost for swimming champion Hayley Turner when Ely’s central pool closes this weekend. Hayley’s excited about the opening of The Hive – but the Paradise Pools hold special memories for the Little Downham record-breaker. Nicknamed “Turbo Turner” for her super speeds, at the tender age of nine, Hayley …
Paradise lost but new beginnings for "Turbo" Turner Read More »
In this weeks Spotted in Ely eMagazine – Meet the youth offer their friendship to Florida, The Marathon Runners and much more. We have a competition for you this week, check out our Facebook page for more details. Competition Terms & Conditions You must be able to collect your prize from a CB6 or CB7 …
Spotted in Ely – Issue 11 – Truly Heartwarming Appeal Read More »
Police investigating reports of ivory trafficking have executed warrants in Little Thetford. No arrests were made, but a notice was posted publicly, advising residents that warrants had been executed “at an address in your community”. The action was carried out yesterday by officers from the Cambridgeshire Rural Crime Action Team (RCAT) in conjunction with the National …
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On the 22nd of April 2018, Justin Smith ran the Virgin Money London Marathon for MACS, a charity supporting children who are born without eyes, or with underdeveloped eyes. Various local fundraising events have been organised, concluding with a charity meal and head shave at The Prince Albert Pub on Silver Street. On the 24th …
Justin raises even more money for charity running the London Marathon Read More »
The Ely Guild of Woodturners enjoyed an incredibly successful hands-on day on Saturday 21 April at The Little Thetford Village Hall. The event has been held for a number of years, but this year saw a record number of attendees including young and old alike. Members of the public were able to have a go …
The Ely Guild of Woodturners Celebrates a Very Successful Hands-On Day! Read More »
A local youth group is fundraising to bring survivors of one of America’s deadliest high school shootings to Ely. During an exclusive interview with Spotted in Ely yesterday, members of the East Cambs Youth Consultation Panel revealed they needed to raise at least £10,000 to bring eight students and two chaperones over in October. They’re …
East Cambs youth invite US school shooting survivors to Ely Read More »
The queue stretched out of the door during the launch of Ely’s first dedicated vegan and gluten free cafe. Lucy at 35 celebrated its grand opening at midday today – and within minutes the cafe was full of foodies curious to try out its colourful cuisine. Any stereotypes of vegan food being bland or boring …
A purge on plastic has been declared in East Cambridgeshire, with councillors unanimously voting to cut down on single use plastic. As the UK prepares to ban plastic straws, cotton buds and other single use plastics from next year, East Cambridgeshire District Council is hoping to take a lead in reducing waste. Across the UK …
Ely travellers may face delays and disruption while work is carried out to improve a Cambridgeshire level crossing next month. Network Rail is set to carry safety improvements at Shepreth level crossing on Station Road in May as part of the company’s railway upgrade plan. From 10pm on Saturday, May 5, Shepreth level crossing and Station …
Upgrade to Cambs level crossing likely to cause delays Read More »
Two men and a teenage boy have been charged in relation to a series of ram raids across East Anglia. The suspects were arrested and charged on Tuesday (April 17), following a ram raid at the Co-Op in Isleham at about 4.35am that morning. They have each been charged with four counts of conspiracy to …
The common crane Grus grus has successfully bred for the first time at WWT Welney Wetland Centre. The birds arrived on 21st March and to the delight of visitors, staff and volunteers they nested within sight of the visitor centre. These scarce birds are shy and secretive during the breeding season, which could be why …
Former Great Britain Davis Cup player Danny Sapsford visited 10is Academy to help train coaches and volunteers in a pioneering new programme. Sapsford, founder of Bright Ideas for Tennis, recently set up ‘I PLAY 30’, a charity to develop disability coaching in tennis clubs throughout the UK. He teamed up with Mark Bullock, National Sports …
Davis Cup player delivers disability coaching course at 10is Academy Read More »
Do you believe in fairies? Spotted in Ely has received reports of pixies and dragons flying into Tindalls art supplies shop. Witches and wizards have joined in the mischief – and despite being miles away from the coast, mermaids have managed to swim to the Market Street store. Customers have also reported mysterious sightings of …
The King’s Barbers are jubilant after winning this year’s National Youth a Cappella Competition. The all-boys a Cappella group, who celebrated their 25th anniversary last year, discovered in February that they had qualified for the prestigious competition. Entries for the contest were submitted by video and judged by a panel to assess which groups should …
Ely Campaign for Real Ale (CamRA) were once again out in force this weekend to present awards to the winning establishments but like the last 2 years, Ely’s awards didn’t take long as all 3 applicable awards went to The Drayman’s Son. This year however was different as a fourth and exclusive award was presented …
Emotional Bon Voyage to former owners of Drayman's Son Read More »
The Tigers travelled to their opponents with only 17 men and lost one man to injury early on. Woodbridge had a massive crowd and were up for the game, they put two past Ely in the first twenty minutes as the Tigers were slow off the mark. Ely fought back and crossed twice themselves. The …
Ely Tigers with a modest performance away against Woodbridge. Read More »
Leading Norfolk and Cambridgeshire law firm Ward Gethin Archer have appointed well-known and respected commercial solicitor, Andrew Carrier, to join its commercial law team in Ely. Andrew, who has worked in commercial law for 18 years has vast experience in dealing with all aspects of commercial work, previously working for a large regional solicitors practice in …
Andrew Carrier Joins Ward Gethin Archer's Ely Commercial Team Read More »
An Ely commuter has started a petition, calling on Great Northern Rail to reconsider changes that will see passengers paying more to travel on the same service. Under the revised timetables, rail users will no longer be able to take full sized bike on the 0858 train – a major blow for bike and train …
Commuter's petition calls on Great Northern to reconsider changes Read More »
Waste Company, Ellgia based at Lancaster Way plan to raise over £12,000 over the next 12 months for Macmillan Cancer Support. Last year, the same partnership raised over £5,000 when Managing Director Steve Cook and Technical Director Cameron Murdoch took on the Berlin Marathon. Macmillan is the UK’s leading cancer care charity, with the purpose …
The countdown has begun for the launch of Ely’s new leisure centre, with a month to go until it opens, Spotted in Ely can reveal. The Hive is due to open on May 14, with a “soft opening” for swimming lessons transferring from the Paradise Pools set for May 7. Today Spotted in Ely got …
Countdown to the Hive Opening – Spotted in Ely Exclusive Read More »
Feel like getting some exercise now that the weather is warming up? Then perhaps you should give Ultimate Frisbee a try. Ultimate is a fast-moving team sport enjoyed by millions of players the world over. Although frequently compared to sports like soccer or American Football, Ultimate has some unique features that set it apart. There …
Renowned pianist Alexander Soares will be delighting an audience at King’s Ely this April. Alexander’s concert is being held at King’s Ely’s Recital Hall on Wednesday, April 25th and, as always, members of the public are welcome. Hailed by The Telegraph as a pianist of “huge intensity”, Alexander is developing a reputation as an artist …
The Greatest Showman Party is coming to Ely! Do your children love it as much as you do? Make the most of the last day of the Easter Holidays! Come join in the fun with dancing with Annalisa from the amazing 4th Dimension Dance, sing-a-long & games all themed around ‘The Greatest Showman’. Also before …
Ely’s fast turning into a hot spot for vegans, with the city’s first meat-free cafe set to open this month. Bi-annual vegan fairs are already drawing foodies from far and wide to Ely – and now, the city’s celebrating the launch of its first, dedicated vegan and gluten free cafe. “Nourish to flourish” is the …
A free science fair has been gaining momentum at Ely Library, wowing visitors with interactive displays about everything from sound waves to sensory processing. Run by Cambridge Science Centre, the free COSMOS roadshow aims to make science accessible to everyone, staff member Jess Bartlet told Spotted in Ely. “It’s been very popular. We’ve had people …
This year’s “Win a Giant Easter egg” raffles, organised by Ely Hereward Rotary Club, raised a cracking £385.30, which will all be donated to local charities and good causes. The winners were: Jenny Doncaster (The Almonry), Elisabeth Seymour (Ely Fudge Shop), Sue Reeder (Burrows News), Adrian Algar (Sutton Conservative Club), Tina Webb, (Toppers Hairdressers), Phil …
Thanks to the suggestions of local Ely residents, the team who put on the Ely fireworks display last year have now donated a total of £2,000 to local good causes following the success of the 2017 event. So many amazing local causes were nominated that the team are evaluating many of the other groups that …
Sparks Fly for 2 more Ely groups who benefit from Fireworks Cash Giveaway Read More »
Are you looking for a new way to get outdoors and active or find something you can enjoy together with the family? If the answer is yes, Ely Sailing Club is inviting you, your family and your friends to come and try sailing for FREE this Bank Holiday Monday 7th May 2018. Whether you’re completely …
Free Sailing Taster Sessions at Ely Sailing Club Read More »
A charity helping farmers in times of hardship is hosting a Joules Seconds Sale in Barway next week. The Royal Agricultural Benevolent Institution (RABI) hopes to raise funds to help struggling farming families. Established in 1860, RABI is farming’s oldest and largest welfare charity, and most of its recipients are elderly or disabled. RABI helped …
Ely Tigers displayed one of their best performances of the season with a decisive win over Holt in their last home game. Both teams traded scores in the first ten minutes. The Tigers try came from a solid scrum on the opposition five metre line, Scott Macfarlane picked at eight and ran in almost untouched …
Ely Tigers displayed one of their best performances of the season Read More »
A chance for everyone to sing Choral Evensong under the magnificent Octagon of Ely Cathedral. On Saturday 14 April Ely Cathedral has a rare and exciting opportunity for everyone to sing Evensong under the world famous Octagon Tower. The last time the event was held in 2016 it proved extremely popular and a similar response is …
10is Academy will once again be offering a quality “Tennis for Kids” programme (TFK), the legacy from Team GB winning the tennis Davis Cup. TFK has become a popular Lawn Tennis Association initiative designed to introduce youngsters to the game. TFK courses at the Academy will be open to boys and girls aged between 6 …
A feast of fundraising in the run up to the Easter break resulted in King’s Ely students, families and staff raising hundreds of pounds for charity. Staff at King’s Ely’s Medical Centre donned their aprons and staged their own version of the Great Stand Up To Cancer Bake Off. The event saw a whole host …
Easter fundraising at King’s Ely tops up hundreds of pounds for good causes Read More »
Getting football boots to protect their young feet will be a game changer for these Kenyan youngsters. Yesterday 172 pairs of shoes and boots, including 73 collected in Ely, were distributed to children at The Walk Centre School in Nakuru by Boots2Africa. The charity enables children and young people living in impoverished areas to stay …
East Cambs brought the waste home this week with its trading company now responsible for rubbish and recycling collections. On Tuesday East Cambs Street Scene, the council’s trading company, took over waste collection and street cleansing throughout the district. This followed a cost-saving decision by the council in February 2017 to bring the service in-house, …
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Possibly the UK’s only double decker coffee rig has opened this week to help residents get their caffeine fix amid a stunning backdrop of Ely Cathedral. Silver Oak Coffee has unveiled its brew-ti-ful coffee rig to coincide with the launch of Ely Mini Markets today. Susanne Stent, who runs Silver Oak with husband Bruce, told …
Double decker coffee rig launched to keep up with Ely's demand for caffeine Read More »
The project to build the Southern Bypass around Ely has now passed several major milestones. Ely Southern Bypass will provide a huge boost for the area and will ease congestion in and around Ely by providing a new link between Stuntney Causeway and Angel Drove. The new route will remove the need for heavy goods …
Thirteen Million over budget but milestones passed and due to open in October Read More »
Giraffes can’t dance – but they can certainly rock, alongside luscious lions, elegant elephants and even dastardly dung beetles! The colourful rocks are among a series of painted pebbles created by members Spotted in Ely Rocks to support Ely teen Paris O’Keeffe. Paris, 17, needs to raise £2000 so that she can return the slums …
Rockers assist in teen's dream to help more Kenyan kids Read More »
Co-founder of The Big Issue, Lord John Bird is to be the keynote speaker at Ely Cathedral 2018 Celebration of Business. Lord Bird, who entered the House of Lords in 2016 has endured a chequered life, living in orphanages, on the streets and a spell in prison where he learned to read and write. In …
Big Issue founder and Social Entrepreneur, Lord John Bird to speak in Ely Read More »
YEH!, the charity which runs Centre E on Barton Road in Ely, has been granted an extended lease on the building until 2030 by Cambridgeshire County Council, helping to secure the future of the building. Youth Ely Hub Charitable Incorporated Organisation, a registered charity, was set up by local Councillor Elaine Griffin-Singh, with the support …
YEH! Secures ‘Centre E’ on Barton Road in Ely until 2030 Read More »
A new era for Ely’s micropub is now official as local brewery partners, Dan, Alex and Stu, also known as Three Blind Mice purchase the award-winning establishment. The pub went through a regeneration a couple of years ago when Andy and Jo Pearson bought the then named Liberty Bell and renamed it on behalf of Andys …
Two little princesses are planning to have their luscious locks chopped off to make wigs for youngsters undergoing cancer treatment. Witchford sisters Izzy, eight, and Poppy, four, have decided to donate their beautiful tresses to Little Princess Trust, after reading about another little girl who’d also gone for the chop to raise cash for the …
Selfless sisters to get locks chopped for kids with cancer Read More »
Two-thirds of patients attending the revamped Ely Minor Injuries Unit say they’d have travelled to Accident & Emergency, had the service not been saved from closure. This staggering figure is revealed in a just released report by the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Clinical Commissioning Group. Spotted in Ely launched a campaign in July 2016 to #saveourminorinjuriesunit, …
Two-thirds of patients visiting Ely's Minor Injuries Unit would have gone to A&E Read More »
The South-African born pianist Neil Hilgrove Colledge will be giving his 4th lunchtime recital at Ely Cathedral on Thursday May 24th, however this year’s concert date is by far the most significant. May 24th marks the date of Neil & Alison’s oldest son William’s sixteenth birthday. William has spent most of his life in Littleport …
Charitable organisation ‘All In Sound’ are delighted to announce their new project “Sing! Together”. All In Sound, are looking for people to participate in their new group “Sing! Together” which is for people living with dementia, memory loss and their carers. The group will happen in Ely at Ely Methodist Church, on Monday mornings starting …
'All In Sound' delighted to announce their new project “Sing! Together” Read More »
Ely had a troubled first half, Thetford used the width and their pace to run the Tigers ragged. They quickly got on the scoreboard with two converted tries. Ely fought back and gained a penalty on the twenty-two after a Thetford player was sin-binned for a dangerous clear out in the ruck. Ely opted for …
Tigers slow to start but pull it out of the bag to win away at Thetford. Read More »
A Stretham miniature zoo has beaten King’s College Chapel, Duxford Air Museum and the University of Cambridge to win the second spot in a Trip Advisor poll, Spotted In Ely can reveal. The Animal Experience is second on the list of Top Things to Do in Cambridgeshire, beaten only by the Cambridgeshire Wine School in …
Stretham attraction wins second spot in Trip Advisor poll Read More »
The first resident to receive a second blue bin says recycling is “very important”, urging others to help cut down on waste going to landfill. Tracey Arnold, of Littleport, was “thrilled” to receive her second blue bin, as well as a voucher from East Cambridgeshire District Council to say thank you for her dedication to …
Tracey "thrilled" to be first resident to get second blue bin Read More »
Official Opening of Deanta UK Office and Warehouse Facility on Lancaster Way Business Park On Friday the 23 rd March Deanta UK officially opened their new HQ facility at Lancaster Way Business Park, Ely. Lucy Frazer MP for South East Cambridgeshire attended a Champagne reception and ribbon cutting to officially open the new facility which …
Ely will join the plastic-free revolution with the launch of its new mini markets next month. Shoppers will be encouraged to bring refillable cups and reusable bags in a bid to reduce their carbon footprints. Julia Davis, of Ely Markets, hopes the new mini markets will also help residents cut down on food waste and …
New mini markets "a more thoughtful approach" to shopping Read More »
Greater Anglia has unveiled the “face” of its new trains, which will run across the region from next year. The shells of the driver’s cabs have now been built. They will form part of 58 new Greater Anglia trains currently being assembled by Stadler at its factory in Bussnang, Switzerland. The trains will replace the …
Greater Anglia unveils "the face" of its new trains Read More »
As you come into Ely along Cambridge Road, you’ll see Ely City Golf Club. What you can’t see from the road is that if you turn in instead of driving past, you’ll be treated to one of the best views in Ely. A stunning 110-acre parkland course with a mature woodland and majestic views of …
There is a historical significance to the marketplace. Before the supermarkets, before the internet; the marketplace was where traders would introduce their world to the world. Traders, who had sailed the seas, discovering lands and cultures, would gather the culinary and material treasures they harboured and bring them to market to showcase to their native …
King’s Ely’s Equestrian Team has qualified for one of the UK’s largest horse shows. Four members of the team – George Hearn, Emily Gredley, Adele Shaw and Ryan De Sousa – travelled to The Jays Equestrian Centre in Bury St Edmunds earlier this month to compete in the show jumping qualifiers for this year’s Royal …
King’s Ely riders qualify for Royal Windsor Horse Show Read More »
On Saturday the 17th of March five members of Witchford Archers competed in the 12th annual Portsmouth tournament hosted by the Fenland Archery Club with the club secretary, Dr Derek Matthews winning a Gold medal. Pictured are (from left to right) Nick Oakland (scoring 564 with a compound bow), Derek Matthews (scoring 561 …
COSMOS Roadshow, powered by Cambridge Science Centre, is coming to Ely Library to deliver a week of amazing interactive science this Easter holiday that you really need to come and see. Cambridge Science Centre has teamed up with the Greater Cambridge Greater Peterborough Enterprise Partnership (GCGP LEP) to provide the families of Ely with a …
Missing several players from the week before, the Tigers took a few minutes to get into the match. They were caught napping when Stowmarket forced their way over the line in the first few minutes. Ely then started to settle into the game. A good flow of play forced Stowmarket to concede a penalty for …
Ely’s target of second place takes a blow after loss away at Stowmarket. Read More »
Arctic winds and snow did not deter a brave 10-year-old from completing a night walk through London to raise funds for the National Autistic Charity. Oliver Chapman, together with mum Tracey and friend Alison Campbell-Smith, completed the 15km route in about 3.5 hours as the Mini Beast from the East hit the capital. Oliver, who …
Brave Oliver battles wind and snow to complete autism night walk Read More »
Two young rock hunters enjoyed a magical afternoon in Ely after winning special unicorn rings, promoting this summer’s Pride festival. Freya, six, and Esme, five, were presented with the rings by members of LGBT+ in Ely, who are organising the festival. The unicorn prize giving afternoon took place at 11a cocktail bar last Sunday, and …
Pride rock winners enjoy magical afternoon in Ely Read More »
Ely’s mayor has welcomed the arrival of three major retailers to a new, out of town development, but says not including a hotel is a “missed opportunity”. Councillor Richard Hobbs told Spotted in Ely that a family hotel would “boost the tourist economy in the area”. Mr Hobbs said: “This is something which I would …
Lack of hotel near new retail park a “missed opportunity”, Ely’s mayor says Read More »
MP Lucy Frazer has defended her decision to vote in favour of government reforms to free school meal entitlements, saying “no child will lose their meals”. The South East Cambridgeshire MP has rejected claims by the Children’s Society that 10,400 children in poverty across Cambridgeshire will miss out on free meals. Ms Frazer told Spotted …
"No child will lose their meals during the rollout of universal credit" – MP Lucy Frazer Read More »
Three major retailers are coming to Ely – as long as developers can satisfy planners that water vole and bat populations will be protected, Spotted in Ely can reveal. Last week, East Cambridgeshire District Council gave the green light for the construction of budget supermarket chain Lidl, bargain store B&M and DIY chain Wickes, in …
Three major retailers coming to Ely – but only if bats and voles are protected Read More »
Rail operator Greater Anglia is giving staff special training to raise awareness and understanding about autism. Accessibility manger Rebecca Richardson said some passengers on the autism spectrum found using public transport a daunting experience. “We want all of our customers to have a good experience while travelling with us.” World Autism Awareness Week takes place …
WE know that if we could bottle the spirit of King’s Ely we would be onto a real winner, but we would like you to come and experience it for yourself. On Friday March 23rd, we are doing just that by hosting a Spring Tour Event for families interested in joining King’s Ely Nursery (ages …
If you’ve ever wondered what woodturning is all about, then here’s your chance to pop along and discover more about this wonderful craft. Fancy having a go yourself? Well, you are certainly welcome to do so, under the expert eye and guidance of some of our senior and expert members. The hall will be set …
The Monster Racing Duathlon took place on Sunday, 11th March. The event has taken place Witchford Village College since 2012. Monster Racing are known for their well thought out routes and cool events. The event was a sell out at 125 entrants, the start list included newcomers to multisport through to GB age groupers. The …
A scrappy bonus point win in muddy conditions at home against West Norfolk. The Tigers ill-discipline at the ruck saw West Norfolk go ahead by two penalties early on. Ely then woke up and started to fight back, gaining a line-out on the opposition five metre line. The ball was thrown short and Nathan Brooks …
When Oliver Chapman contacted meningitis as a baby, his parents were told he might not survive the night. A decade on, amazing Oliver’s gearing up for a nocturnal trek through London – his fourth epic charity mission to help causes close to his heart. This Saturday Oliver, 10, and mum Tracey are planning to take …
Brave Oliver to take on London night walk to raise funds for autism charity Read More »
A rescue cat has dazzled judges for the second year running to win Best in Show at the Ely & District Cats Protection cat show. Thirty cats were entered into the charity show in Little Downham yesterday – but it was friendly tabby Charlie that stole the judges’ hearts. Charlie, who lives in Welney, won …
Rescue cat wows the judges for the second year running Read More »
Stained Glass Museum awarded funding for developing future plan. The Stained Glass Museum in Ely has received a grant of up to £88,000 from the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF). This exciting two-year project, awarded under the Resilient Heritage scheme, will investigate options and produce a masterplan for the museum’s future development. The project has been …
The Stained Glass Museum wins National Lottery support Read More »
King’s Ely Junior pupils won a haul of awards at the Littleport Low Grade 4’s Judo Tournament. Oliver Loveday, Mienke Putter, Nicholas Marshall, Lucas Hilcenko and Joseph Sibson were among over 120 young people who entered the competition on February 25th. Oliver won a Bronze medal in the under 11 years old/less than 34 kg …
Medals for budding Judo stars at King’s Ely Junior Read More »
With donations from local businesses and the help of volunteers from its three member Clubs – Ely Tigers Rugby Club, Ely City Hockey Club and Ely Tennis Club – Ely Outdoor Sports Association (EOSA) has been given a makeover. Spearheaded by EOSA Director, James Craven, the bar and social area in the Clubhouse has …
Ely Outdoor Sports Association has had a Makeover! Read More »
What would future homes look like if children were in charge of designing them? You can capture a glimpse of some of these designs on building site banners next to The Shade Primary School in Soham. Youngsters at The Shade were invited to enter a competition to draw their “home of the future” by developers …
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