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Local mental health project Talking FreELY is holding its third pop up café at the Ely Cathedral Conference centre on the 3rd of March from 9.30am to 1.00pm. Talking FreELY is for everyone, encouraging people talk about their mental health. The group believes that the more people from all walks of life talk about mental …
Talking FreELY: Third pop up Café in Ely on 3rd March 2018 Read More »
Changes are afoot at Little Thetford Acorns Pre-School (LTA) as they refresh their look, commence Forest School sessions* and look at offering wraparound care (extended hours) to local parents. The well-recognised pre-school, situated in the heart of the Little Thetford community, but which welcomes children (aged from 2yrs & 5 months) from all over Ely …
New Ventures at Little Thetford Acorns Pre-school Read More »
The Tigers took a few minutes to get into the game and eventually gained a penalty in front of the posts. Joel Scott Paul knocked it over to get three points on the board. A few minutes later Cantabs were hammering at the Tigers line, quick ball forced them over the line for an unconverted …
Ely fell out of the cup in a close contest under the floodlights on Friday night. Read More »
On the 11th February 2018, Le Spice hosted a charity curry lunch for Justin Smith’s chosen London Marathon cause: MACS, for children born with no eyes, or with underdeveloped eyes. It is not the first time Amin Haque and his team at Le Spice have hosted charity meals. Do go and eat there! The restaurant …
Justin and Le Spice hold charity lunch, with support from local businesses Read More »
All six teams of Ely Netball Club were scheduled to play yesterday, scoring almost 140 goals and taking some crucial wins for divisions two, four and five of the Cambridge & District Netball League. Team 5 and Team 6 played a tantalising Club derby, seeing tight-on defence at both ends of the court, pressuring shooters …
Ely Netball Club weekend report: Steely Ely, Six Team Special! Read More »
During the cold winter month of January, Sing! Choirs MD Kathryn Rowland has arranged for all her choirs to come together and support Ely Foodbank. A local resident, Kathryn visited the Foodbank just before Christmas to drop off some items and was so moved, felt that she could and would do more, and so rallied …
Sing! Choirs hit the right notes with their amazing donation to Ely Foodbank! Read More »
Hundreds of students had their eyes opened to a variety of careers during a special event at Ely College today. The college hosted its annual careers event, bringing together year five students from six different primary schools and year eight secondary students. Littleport Community Primary School, Millfield School, Downham Feoffees Primary Academy, the Lantern Community …
Careers event draws hundreds of primary kids to Ely College Read More »
A group of teens have been banned from Ely McDonald’s by police, following numerous complaints. Police are reassuring residents they’re taking a firm approach in dealing with troublemakers at the Ely Leisure Village, and that any lawbreakers will be prosecuted. Over the past week they’ve identified a number of suspects regarding a spate of misconduct …
"Abusive" teens banned from McDonald's by police Read More »
Lt Col Neil Stace, a finalist in the 2015 BBC Great British Sewing Bee, will be returning to Ely Cathedral during half term week to run 4 very special sewing workshops for families. Over a 2 hour period, Neil, a serving officer in the British army and Sewing Bee contestant, will be passing on his …
Sewing workshops with Great British Sewing Bee Expert Read More »
The Littleport Public Hall was besieged by an angry mob during a visit by Suffragette leader Emmeline Pankhurst to the village in 1910. As celebrations start to commemorate the centenary of some British women being granted the vote, Spotted in Ely looks back on an unlikely visit to the Fen village. The hall was completely …
Suffragette leader's visit sparked angry scenes in Littleport Read More »
The Tigers were first to get on the scoreboard after a solid ten minutes of possession. Southwold conceded a penalty and Ely opted to find touch. Nathan Brooks threw to the front of the line out to Lloyd Palmer who took his man and offloaded back to Brooks, he then darted in the corner uncontested. …
Ely Tigers steal victory in the dying minutes of the game at home against Southwold. Read More »
King’s Ely’s Harry Potter fans donned their finest costumes for an afternoon of Hogwarts-themed fun and frolics. Staff at the school’s Porta Library organised a Harry Potter extravaganza for King’s Ely Junior and Senior students on February 1st. Dressed in their wizard and witch capes and sporting their snazziest Harry Potter glasses and hats, pupils …
King's Ely students go Hogwarts crazy for Harry Potter event Read More »
Rock hunters are turning their skills to a new pursuit – tackling East Cambridgeshire’s growing litter problem. Fed up with mistaking muck for psychedelic stones, a growing number of rock collectors are combining the fun of finding rocks of art with a clamp down on trash. Armed with bin bags and litter pickers, Karen Sheail …
Ely College students interested in science careers got to test the water during a special day with industry leaders. Year nine students got a special visit from Anglian Water on January 31 as part of a nationwide Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) programme. Pupils worked in small teams to design, build and test their …
High flying students make waves with Anglian Water and the RAF Read More »
Kids at The Lantern Community Primary School are celebrating a major tech upgrade at their school, thanks to a £18,000 cash boost. Sixteen iPads, 30 laptops and an interactive classroom board have now been delivered to the Ely primary school, which will help children stay on the cutting edge of technology. Digital leaders, made up …
Massive cash boost keeps Lantern kids at cutting edge of technology Read More »
Students and staff from King’s Ely Senior and King’s Ely Junior came together at Ely Cathedral to mark National Holocaust Memorial Day. The incredibly moving Service of Remembrance, held on January 26th, was led by Dr Francis Young, former Head of Sixth Form Academic at King’s Ely, who spoke about visiting Auschwitz-Birkenau 10 years ago, …
King’s Ely students pay their respects at Holocaust Memorial Service Read More »
Kindhearted couple Sid and Sally Bibby have a heart of gold – not stone – so when they heard about Ely’s rock art craze, they cobbled together pebbles to give away to residents. That’s 250 bags of smooth Scottish pebbles, to be precise! From tomorrow (Wednesday, January 31), people will be able to collect stones …
Bibbys’ pebble dash will bring avalanche of joy to residents Read More »
1st Sutton Scouts are pleased to announce that their sleigh rides through the village of Sutton in December raised an amazing £518 towards Kiera’s Next Step and their new Scout hut appeal. Kiera, 7 was delighted to ride in the sleigh with Father Christmas, charming the crowds and handing out gifts to the delighted …
The Tigers were eager to get points on the board early and make use of the wind advantage. Crusaders conceded several penalties which allowed the Tigers to kick for the corner. Nathan Brooks threw the ball in and joined the back of a dominant Tigers maul, they forced their way over to allow Brooks to …
A solid win away against Crusaders despite the low score-line. Read More »
Visitors to the Prince Albert Pub may be surprised to find a “carpet of love” spreading across a section of the garden. Spotted in Ely Rocks are hoping to “cover the garden in love for a spectacular sight” on Valentine’s Day. Young and old alike have been leaving love-themed rocks of art – aimed at …
Prince Albert Valentine's garden to show "how much love there is in Ely" Read More »
Find a new leader or face closure. That’s the “heartbreaking” message for Police Cadets in East Cambridgeshire. The hugely popular unit has been running for almost three years, catering for 30 teens, aged between 13 and 18. The team volunteers in the community, supporting local police, delivering crime prevention advice and acting as mystery shoppers …
East Cambs Cadets face "heartbreaking" closure unless new leader found Read More »
Downham Parish Conservation Group and Hebbard’s Hedgehog Hotel in Little Downham are looking for 20 volunteer families to adopt and care for rehabilitated hedgehogs as part of the “Hedgehog Habitats” project supported by Sanctuary Housing. The Hedgehogs Habits project is a community based wildlife release programme starting in Spring. Overwintering hedgehogs from rescue centre Hebbard’s …
Ely rockers may love painting pebbles but their hearts are definitely not made of stone. When members of Spotted in Ely Rocks found out about a penguin-loving, poorly three-year-old, they decided to make him rocks of art, decorated with his favourite Antarctic animal. Spotted in Ely Rocks administrator Fleur Patten launched Mission Penguin last week, …
Penguin pebbles (and toy) give comfort to poorly pre-schooler Read More »
It’s all about the buttons in Littleport this weekend, with residents invited to take part in a free community session. The Adams Heritage Centre is hosting another of the Field Theatre Group’s Button Tree sessions on Saturday. Its organiser says: “Remember when folk used to get together, to laugh and talk, and share their news, …
Students, staff and parents at King’s Ely have rallied round to support the homeless this winter. The school went all out to donate as many pairs of new socks as possible to the Socks and Chocs initiative again this year. The charitable scheme aims to relieve hardship and distress among homeless people and those living …
Hundreds of socks donated to the homeless by generous King’s Ely community Read More »
On Friday 19th January 2018, Councillors from East Cambridgeshire District Council (ECDC) visited Ely’s Lancaster Way Business Park and Enterprise Zone.Hosted by site developers Grovemere Property, Councillors saw first-hand how the rapidly developing area has flourished since the completion of substantial investment in infrastructure during the past year.Grovemere Property, founded in 1924, is a family-owned …
Grovemere Property Showcases Business Growth at Lancaster Way. Read More »
On January 21st 2018, Ely Runners held their annual Club Cross-Country Championships in Cherry Hill Park and the Dean’s Meadow. The course took on four challenging loops totaling 4.7 miles, all through mud and some light snow. Junior Club members ran a 1.7 mile race. The morning started with the junior club members, who ran …
Ely Runners’ Annual Cross Country Championship Report Read More »
More people diagnosed with diabetes can now attend free classes to learn how to better manage their condition, thanks to additional funding. Anyone with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes living in the county can now attend a free course, with more staff and sessions available, the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Clinical Commissioning Group announced today. …
More free classes for diabetics, following cash boost Read More »
Take a step back in time, sample gifts from bygone years and learn about local history at the Lord Protector’s Historical Fayre next weekend. Oliver Cromwell’s House will once again host its iconic event, showcasing a range of historically inspired traders and craftspeople on Sunday, January 28. As well as going on an historical shopping …
It’s only a matter of time before there’s a serious smash at the Chettisham level crossing, comes the chilling warning from Network Rail. Today the body responsible for managing railways issued a warning, blaming “selfish” drivers for endangering lives at the crossing on Lynn Road, Ely. Cameras have caught motorists recklessly ignoring red lights, shooting …
"Selfish" drivers putting lives at risk at Chettisham crossing Read More »
Sing! Choirs donates over £3,000 to new local charitable organisation “All In Sound” in support of their work with people living with dementia. Kathryn Rowland, MD for Sing! Choirs says “Our most recent cheque presentation from our recent concert at West Road Concert Hall in Cambridge is for £3107.85! We are delighted to be able …
Sing! Choirs donates over £3,000 to new local charitable organisation! Read More »
2018 got off to a flying start for City of Ely Swimming Club on Sunday as 36 members of the club competed in the first open meet of 2018 at the London Aquatics Centre. For many youngsters, swimming in the 2012 Olympic pool was their first experience swimming in a 50m pool. The Club’s …
Ely College is taking a proactive approach to tackling the issue of mental health in young people by arranging a special session on Monday, aimed at getting students to talk openly. At a time when mental health of children and young adults is increasingly hitting the headlines, the college, together with Talking FreEly, hopes to …
Special event to tackle teen mental health at Ely College Read More »
She’s had Storm Eleanor to contend with, sub zero temperatures and bitter gales – but come rain, wind or shine, Emma Torrens is determined to run every day this month. That’s because the Ely mum of two is doing RED (Run Every Day) January to raise funds and awareness for mental health charity MIND. Having …
Emma beats the post-Christmas slump with RED January Read More »
Two unique exhibitions to commemorate the centenary of the end of WWI will be on display at Ely Cathedral in February. 100 Hearts for 100 Years The Royal School of Needlework teamed up with the armed forces charity, SSAFA, to help create ‘100 Hearts for 100 Years’. These highly unique ‘sweetheart’ pincushions were created to …
Two unique exhibitions at Ely Cathedral to commemorate the centenary of the end of WWI Read More »
Children at King’s Ely Acremont turned into mini crime scene investigators under the watchful eye of a local PCSO. Year 1 pupils at King’s Ely Acremont entered one of the classrooms to discover a Goldilocks and the Three Bears themed ‘crime scene’. Someone had stolen the porridge and the curious youngsters were tasked with searching …
PCSO helps King’s Ely Acremont pupils to try and catch the porridge thief! Read More »
Cheaper weekday train deals have been launched today by Greater Anglia in a bid to blow away “post Christmas blues”. However, even with the offer, Ely will be paying twice as much as Cambridge travellers to visit London – because it’s classified as being in the furthest zone, even though it’s only a stop or …
Cheaper train tickets for Cambridge travellers – but Ely misses out on best deal Read More »
South East Cambridgeshire MP Lucy Frazer has received a promotion by Prime Minister Theresa May. During Mrs May’s cabinet reshuffle last week, Ms Frazer was appointed Parliamentary Under Secretary of State at the Ministry of Justice. Before becoming an MP in 2015 Ms Frazer practised as a barrister and was appointed as Queen’s Counsel in 2013. …
Lucy Frazer promoted in Theresa May's Cabinet reshuffle Read More »
Ely faced opposition Wymondham at home on Saturday eager to win and push for second in the table. The Tigers were on the scoreboard within minutes and the match continued that way for first half. Ever-present Matt McCarthy scored a brace with two individual efforts. Man of the Match Nathan Brooks also crashed over from …
Ely faced Wymondham at home eager to win and push for second in the table. Read More »
Ely’s first ever gay Pride festival will take place in Jubilee Gardens this summer, Spotted in Ely can reveal. The city will join the ranks of San Francisco, London, Sydney, Tel Aviv, São Paulo, Hong Kong, New York, Brighton and Johannesburg (to name a few) in what organisers hope will be an annual event. The …
Ely's first Pride festival to take place this summer Read More »
The Ely area rail “bottleneck” must be sorted before investigating reopening Soham Station or building a new train station in the North of Ely, Chris Grayling says. The Secretary of State for Transport visited Ely Station on Thursday (January 11) to talk about ways of “improving” track and train reliability in the area. He told …
Ely rail "bottleneck" key priority, Transport Secretary tells Spotted in Ely Read More »
The spring season of Saturday workshops at WWT Welney visitor centre are now available for booking. Each workshop has a different emphasis, materials are prepared in advance to suit the planned projects. Booking in advance is essential because workshops have maximum 8 places. This means all participants can have one to one teaching time and …
Acclaimed violinist Charlotte Rowan and pianist Charlotte Stevenson will be delighting an audience at King’s Ely this January. Their concert, From the Baltic to the Mediterranean – Music across the Continent, is being held at King’s Ely’s Recital Hall on Wednesday, January 17th and, as always, members of the public are welcome. A graduate of …
Renowned violinist and pianist to perform at King’s Ely Read More »
For a number of years Skaters/Scooter and BMX enthusiasts have raised their concerns for the need for a new Skate Park in Ely. A group of the enthusiasts have entered in discussion with East Cambridgeshire District Council (ECDC) and the City of Ely Council in relation to this issue and a suggested site within the …
Are you a charity in need of free exhibition space? If so, Ely Station may have the answer, thanks to a new scheme launched by Greater Anglia today. The rail carrier is opening up empty spaces in stations to local communities, with Ely, Cambridge and Cambridge North stations among 20 to offer short term, temporary …
Free exhibition space offered to charities – at Ely Station Read More »
The idyllic village of Wicken is the setting of a new psychological thriller by Ely author Alison Bruce. Alison will be talking about her latest page turner during the launch of I Did It For Us on January 23, hosted by Toppings Bookshop. Set largely in East Cambridgeshire, the thriller follows Emily, who moves into …
A ram raid in Fordham in the early hours of this morning is the latest in a string of ATM related thefts across the area. Police are appealing for information after crooks smashed the brick work and window of a convenience store in Carter Street in an attempted raid on a cash machine. At about …
Fordham ram raid the latest in a string of ATM attacks Read More »
A brand new networking group has been launched for Ely business women, starting off with a free meeting on Tuesday 30th January from 10.30am until 12 noon at the Lamb Hotel, Ely. The event will be free to attend with refreshments and cake kindly provided by the event’s sponsor, Ward Gethin Archer solicitors. East Anglian …
New Networking Group For Ely Business Women Launched Read More »
Despite the frozen astro pitch on Saturday causing some disruption, it was a mixed start back after the Christmas break for Ely City Hockey Club. The Ladies 1s continued their bid to win the league with a 3-0 win over Haverhill 1s. Two goals were scored by Jo Rayner and one by Rhianne Jones …
A mixed return after Christmas for Ely City Hockey Club Read More »
The fun craze of rock art has accumulated an avalanche of hunters and artists across East Cambridgeshire. In about six weeks, Spotted in Ely Rocks has attracted 1085 members, with numbers soaring each day. Visitors and residents alike are choosing Ely and surrounding areas as rock hunting destinations, while local art shop Tindalls has devoted …
Fun craze draws an avalanche of rock hunters to Ely Read More »
Rail passengers face fewer delays to services between Cambridge and Peterborough, thanks to bridge repairs in Manea, Network Rail says. The two busy bridges are used by over 170 trains each day travelling between Ely and Manea. The speed restriction was lifted last week on the rail line at Manea following completion of a £1.5 …
"Fewer delays" to trains following £1.5m repairs to Manea bridges Read More »
Once again, the 10is Academy players and staff are shining outside the courts. Vlad Kullish, one of the 10is Academy players and Tennis Assistant at the Academy, has been awarded the LTA (Lawn Tennis Association) Cambridgeshire “Young volunteer of the year”. At the same time 10is Academy player and Ely Tennis Club committee member Rachel …
Is Ely becoming the tennis hot-spot in Cambridgeshire? Read More »
Due to popular demand world-famous, award-winning family rave phenomenon ‘Big Fish Little Fish’ returns to the Maltings for a follow up event. Big Fish Little Fish have been putting on multi award winning events (Winner of Best Family Event, Family Festival Awards 2014-17, Time Out ‘101 Things to do with Kids in London) since 2013. …
Big Fish Little Fish returns to the Maltings this February Read More »
A prestigious children’s art exhibition in Ely has attracted a record number of entries this year, with organisers staggered by the quality of artwork. Over 200 pieces were submitted to the East Cambs Schools Art competition, which held a private viewing tonight (January 5) for youngsters whose artwork had been selected to be displayed at …
Record entries wow organisers of school art competition Read More »
Award winning fashion designer José Hendo visited King’s Ely to share her skills and expertise with Sixth Form students. The exciting masterclass saw José working with A Level Fashion and Design students, helping them to create striking sculptural accessory designs using Barkcloth and Sinamay. The workshop proved an invaluable opportunity for the students to explore …
King’s Ely students get creative with global fashion designer Read More »
The charity set up in memory of heroic Soham schoolboy Liam Fairhurst recently held its fifth birthday in the House of Commons. Friends, family and supporters of the Liam Fairhurst Foundation gathered at The Speaker House earlier this month to pay tribute to an incredible teen who lived by the motto: “Life Is measured in …
Charity in memory of heroic Liam Fairhurst hosts fifth birthday in Parliament Read More »
Littleport commuters are in for a pre-Christmas treat, with 79 new car parking spaces opening at the station tomorrow (Friday, December 22). Parking facilities in the village will be doubled as a result, with residents able to use the new spaces from 8.30am. East Cambridgeshire District Councillor Bill Hunt, assisted by Littleport Councillors David and …
Littleport Station car parking spaces to double from tomorrow Read More »
Ely Roller Skating Club have just completed their most successful year of medals since 2011. They competed in 10 competitions this year and have won 67 medals. They have won: 16 🥇, 21 🥈, 30 🥉 (Team and duo medals are counted as one medal.) They also won the Visitors Cup at Maidstone for the best performing club. Out of a team of 35, 27 …
Ellgia Limited, one of Cambridgeshire’s Top 100 companies, is expanding services into West Norfolk due to demands from our customers and new business opportunities. We are increasing wheelie bin and commercial waste services to cover King’s Lynn, Wisbech and Downham Market. Ellgia is a local provider of bespoke waste management and recycling solutions already servicing …
Isle of Ely Produce are now searching for charities and local groups from the Ely area to share their £3,000 potato race cash pot! Isle of Ely Produce is searching for charities and local organisations that could benefit from a share of £3,000 which was raised at its annual potato race. Held in Ely’s High …
CASH POTATOES! Festive £3,000 Potato Race Giveaway! Read More »
Planning to travel by train over the festive period? Check before you travel! A revised timetable will be running across the Greater Anglia network on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve. Passengers should check before they travel to find out about last train times on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve and details of rail …
Two decades after an Ely landlady disappeared without trace, police hope members of the public will help them solve the tragic mystery and find closure for her family. Those in charge of investigating the case believe Deborah Steel was murdered – and that someone in Ely holds the answers. The former Royal Standard landlady was …
Answers to missing landlady’s fate “lie in Ely”, police say Read More »
There may be 12 days of Christmas – and today, 12 students from Ely College brought festive cheer to kids with cancer after sweating it out for 12 hours to raise charity cash. The Ely “elves” spent their last day of term today visiting Addenbrooke’s Hospital in Cambridge, delivering gifts to children on cancer wards. …
Ely College “elves” bring Christmas cheer to kids with cancer Read More »
Super festive stones are making Soham school children very happy as they gear up for the Christmas holidays. Ely resident and rock art enthusiast Fleur Patten last week hid painted stones around the Weatheralls School for children to find on their way home – to say thank you for their rock art donations. Recently Fleur …
Stones hidden around Soham school as thank you to"selfless" children Read More »
Almost 1,500 people witnessed talented King’s Ely students stage the charming American musical Grease. The sell-out production took place in the school’s Hayward Theatre from December 6th to 9th – and for the first time in school history included an additional performance on the Wednesday evening to cater for ticket demand. More than 50 King’s …
King’s Ely students wow audiences with sell-out production of Grease Read More »
Dreaming of a white Christmas? Hoping that Jack Frost may grace us with his presence when the big man comes down the chimney? Looking forward to snowball fights with your mince pies? If the answer is yes, you’re likely to be disappointed. Despite the recent spell of snow, chances of a white Christmas appear slim, …
Dreaming of a white Christmas? Here's what the Met Office says… Read More »
Tales of flying fish and ferocious storms from a Guinness World Record holder enthralled children at King’s Ely Acremont. Jake Heath, one of four people who entered the Guinness Book of World Records after successfully completing the Olympic journey from London to Rio de Janeiro using human power alone, popped into school to talk to …
Explorer Jake Heath inspires students at King’s Ely Acremont Read More »
Christmas has come early for five charities, thanks to the fundraising efforts of Ely College students. The college held its first Charity Day yesterday, with the five houses competing to raise the most cash for their chosen charities. This action packed event, raising almost £2000, was one of the Cambridge Meridian Academies Trust’s (CMAT’s) PLEDGES …
Ely College students raise almost £2000 for good causes Read More »
State of the art features have been added to ticket machines at Ely Station, enabling passengers to chat to virtual agents. Travellers can now press a button, connecting them to a real person who can help them buy tickets and find the best fares. Greater Anglia is the first train operator in England to roll …
Virtual ticket agents available from Ely Station Read More »
One of Cambridgeshire’s leading food supply chain specialists opened its doors to members of local and central government to showcase the inner workings of their purpose built processing and repack facilities in Newmarket. Susanne Devanney from the Department for International Trade (DIT), MP Lucy Frazer and a number of East Cambridgeshire District Council (ECDC) Councillors …
Food Supply Chain Industry Benefits The Economy In East Cambridgeshire Read More »
Debating duo Katie and Ellen have described being crowned Debating Champions of East Cambridgeshire as the perfect early Christmas present. The two students, representing Soham Village College and Ely College, were among 14 Year 11 students to battle it out last week in the finals of MP Lucy Frazer’s Parliamentary Inter Schools Debating Competition 2017, …
Katie and Ellen crowned Debating Champions of SE Cambs Read More »
The Diocese of Ely, which runs 27 primary schools across East Anglia, has been praised by OfSTED for its “wholehearted commitment to improving life chances of children”. Government inspectors have praised the ‘journey of systematic improvement’ at the Diocese of Ely Multi-Academy Trust (DEMAT), saying the quality of education in many of its schools had …
Diocese of Ely praised for its running of faith schools across East Anglia Read More »
Ely Tigers move up to third with a bonus point win away at Holt. The teams traded tries in the first fifteen minutes. John Dibb went over after he broke through the opposition defence. Man of the match Nathan Brooks then scored his first of the day when he picked from the back of a …
Witchford’s post mistress has been overwhelmed by the kindness shown by villagers since a heartless thief stole charity boxes from inside the shop. The whole village has rallied together to show their incredible community spirit – raising almost £800 in just 48 hours, more than five times the money thought to have been inside the …
Witchford shows spirit of goodwill following heartless theft Read More »
Ely with a twist is the theme behind a new photography exhibition that opened this week. Called ‘Ely Through the Lens’, it features stunning photography, with profits from the sale of prints going to East Anglia Children Hospices (EACH). The other twist is that all those taking part were complete novices just 10 weeks ago! …
From amateurs to exhibitors: 'Ely Through the Lens’ shows off students’ photography Read More »
The plight of farmers was yesterday highlighted by MP Lucy Frazer during Prime Minister’s Questions. The South East Cambridgeshire MP, who’s promised to make agriculture a top priority, yesterday urged Prime Minister Theresa May to “confirm her government’s commitment to supporting UK farmers” once the UK leaves the European Union. The Prime Minister responded by …
Plight of Farmers raised in Commons by MP Lucy Frazer Read More »
Much loved Ely resident Frank Grooms has left a lasting legacy to the pre-school close to his heart. In his funeral instructions, Frank asked that instead of well-wishers bringing flowers, they would leave a donation to Rainbow Pre-School. This week youngsters at the pre-school celebrated the arrival of three new ride-on toy cars, bought with …
If you thought scouting was just about knots, woggles and oversized shorts, then think again. Raft racing, survival camps and participating in Ely’s Remembrance Day Parade are just a few of the activities the thriving 3rd Ely Scouts pack have taken part in this year, with a trip to France planned next summer. Scouting’s more …
On the Scout for new leaders (not necessarily Bear Grylls!) Read More »
It’s beginning to feel a lot like Christmas, as Ely gears up for a feast of festive markets throughout December. This Wednesday (December 6) kicks off a trio of Ely Market Festive Lates, a family friendly shopping night promising sumptuous street food, live music and entertainment as well as a host of gift stalls. Mulled …
A feast of festive markets to count down to Christmas Read More »
Last week I was asked to judge Ely’s shopfronts along with Mayor Richard Hobbs and Councillor Alison Arnold and if I am honest was very honoured to be given the responsibility. The three of us trawled the High Street, Forehill, Market Square, The Passages, The Cloisters and Market Street in search of the best “Winter …
Winter Wonderland comes to Ely with Best Christmas Window Competition – Editors Column Read More »
Issue 1 of the Spotted in Ely e-Magazine is finally here!! We are still working on a look and feel but please enjoy and feel free to send us feedback.
Did Oliver Cromwell really ban Christmas – or is that just a myth? Perhaps ironically, the former home of the man rumoured to have banned Christmas will be opening its doors to visitors this festive season to celebrate Christmas through the ages. Perhaps you’d like to find out how Cromwellians celebated the festive season? Maybe …
Christmas with the Cromwells (who may have banned Christmas!) Read More »
It may be freezing outside but Natasha doesn’t mind. Despite being “born” in Ely, she has Baltic blood (who said you can’t get blood out of a stone?) and doesn’t mind being cold. Stone cold, to be precise. That’s because Natasha’s a rock of art, crafted by Ely College teacher Fleur Patten – and for …
The council has said no to Littleport becoming part of Norfolk under a radical shake-up of Parliamentary boundaries. During a full council meeting last week, East Cambridgeshire District Council agreed to ask the Boundary Commission for England to review its controversial plans for new constituency boundaries which would see Littleport becoming part of a new Norfolk …
No to Littleport being in No-rfolk, council says Read More »
Ely Fireworks organiser Richard Stewart dropped into the Lantern School yesterday to give away what money they had left from the successful night of lights and explosions on Cherry Hill. The Guy competition winning school received a cheque for £150 alongside the Royal British Legion. Marc Beveridge from the Poppy Appeal said, “This is a really generous …
That's £1300 up in smoke but all to worthwhile charities. Read More »
Ely held on for a win at home against Thetford, to bring them up to third in the table. Within the first minute of the game the Tigers had scored a try. A failed clearance kick by the opposition was pounced on by Matt McCarthy. He sprinted through the opposition defence, took the last defender …
Two Ely schools are celebrating after getting a prestigious “good” rating by OfSTED inspectors. Ely St Mary’s C of E Junior School and The Lantern Community Primary School have both been rated as “good” in all areas following recent inspections by OfSTED (the Office for Standards in Education). OfSTED praised St Mary’s headteacher Rebecca Ireland-Curtis, saying …
“Five more sleeps to go, five more sleeps till Santa…” Don’t panic! The big man’s not due down the chimney just yet – but children at The Lantern School in Ely got into the festive spirit this morning with a special Christmas countdown song. The reception kids were being recorded as part of Heart Radio’s …
Stunning Ely Cathedral provided the perfect backdrop for student leaders from Ely College’s sixth-form college to learn vital skills. Bishop Laney Sixth Form’s newly appointed Student Council visited the cathedral on Wednesday for the first stage of training in their new roles. The students took part in a mock committee meeting, which involved making important …
Students get leadership training at Ely Cathedral Read More »
A lucky cow caused udder chaos for rail commuters this morning but escaped uninjured after being hit by a train. While passengers may be used to hearing about “leaves on the line” causing disruption on some rail networks, it was a cow on the line which caused delays this morning, leaving some commuters una-moo-sed. An …
Holy cow! Train struck cow has lucky escape but causes udder chaos for commuters Read More »
Local company Faerch Plast (formerly Anson Packaging) recently opened the doors of its impressive new UK headquarters and design facility on Lancaster Way Business Park in Ely. Hosted by the company’s Managing Director, the MP for South East Cambridgeshire, Lucy Frazer, joined East Cambridgeshire District Council’s economic development officers for a behind the scenes look …
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It’s that time of year again when Ely Rotary Club walk the streets with Santa to collect money for charitable causes and give some pleasure to the children of Ely! Listed below are the dates you can see Santa in your street! Monday 4 December Cromwell Road; Chief Street; West End (part); Little Lane; Hills …
A new train service will be introduced in 2019, taking passengers from Norwich to Stansted Airport via Ely, Spotted in Ely can reveal. The route, featuring a new fleet of trains and operated by Greater Anglia, will run in addition to the existing service from Birmingham New Street to Stansted Airport, run by CrossCountry. The …
A rolling stone may gather no moss – but a Russian matryoshka doll created in Ely has travelled to London to make her fortune. The doll, one of a pair of twins painted on rocks by Ely College teacher Fleur Patten, was hidden at Ely Station on Friday morning. Greater Anglia train dispatcher Jessika Ransome told …
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Budding thespians from Ely College recently took part in the world’s largest youth drama festival this autumn. The students were part of a record 280,000 young people to have participated in the Shakespeare Schools Festival, run by Shakespeare Schools Foundation. Earlier this month the Ey College students performed an abridged adaptation of William Shakespeare’s farcical …
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KING’S Ely has become the first independent school in Cambridgeshire to win a Modeshift STARS Bronze award. Modeshift STARS is the national awards scheme established to recognise schools and workplaces that demonstrate excellence in supporting cycling, walking and other forms of sustainable travel. The scheme encourages schools and organisations across the country to join in …
Free courses are being offered to people with diabetes to help them manage their condition.
Free courses are being offered to people with diabetes to help them manage their condition. Last week the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust announced the extra courses, part of a number of measures being put in place following a £1.5m government cash boost to prevent and limit the effects of diabetes locally. The courses, …
All three will be performing at this years Ely Christmas Lights Switch On on December 1st. Although Steve the Juggler is, in fact, real, Abba will be there in the form of leading tribute act “Abbababes” from Norwich and “Nelson” will be reliving some of George Michaels most significant numbers. For 14 years, Ely has …
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