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Ely Tigers travelled to Diss looking to continue their recent run of wins. The squad once more saw changes from the previous week, which may have explained the slow start by Tigers and it was against the run of play that Tigers take a lead, as Ely break, from a scrum deep in their own …
On behalf of City of Ely Council, we are proud to restate the Council’s commitment to its support for 20mph for Ely. The Council has maintained unanimous support for several years. Here’s why: 20mph for Ely means- The City of Ely Council looks forward to work starting on the installation of signs and street furniture …
Jay Carter, one of Ely Air Cadets three Flight Sergeants, was promoted to Cadet Warrant Officer last night by Wing Commander Rob Bradshaw Officer Commanding the 28 Squadron’s of Bedfordshire and Cambridgeshire Wing ATC Jay joined Ely Squadron in July of 2019 and he has certainly followed his passion for aviation ever since. Jay has …
The second Sutton Beast’s Big Colour Blast will be held on Sunday 21st July again welcoming people of all ages for a morning of colourful mayhem. This unique family orientated event is in aid of the Breast Cancer Now charity with all profits being donated. The Colour Blast is a fun run with a difference. …
Colour Chaos Returns at The Beast’s Big Colour Blast 2024 Read More »
Growing and innovative businesses in East Cambs are being encouraged to apply for a grant of up to £30,000. The money can be used to create or safeguard jobs or bring new products to market. Businesses can also use it to invest in new technologies, processes or measures to improve productivity. Grants will be made …
Businesses Encouraged to Apply for Grants of up to £30,000 Read More »
Did you think it was cold on Sunday? Well some of the team from Stretham Football club decided to take it to another level and undertake a combined one hour ice bath challenge, to raise valuable funds for the Caring from Cambridgeshire’s Homeless group – https://www.facebook.com/groups/664504283747356 The aim of the group is to offer support …
After a week of rain it was nice to see the sun shining for this afternoon’s re-arranged fixture, the first fixture was called off in early December due to a frozen pitch. Ely were forced once more to make changes to their starting XV, it was the visitors that started the brightest pushing Tigers back …
Bumbly the Bee and the Day the Flowers Lost Their Music by Tia Colcomb An Enchanting Journey that Teaches Children about Friendship, Nature, and the Importance of Bees Pegasus Publishers is thrilled to announce the release of Bumbly the Bee and the Day the Flowers Lost Their Music by Tia Colcomb. This delightful children’s book …
Local Author Brings Bumbly Bee to Life in Children’s Book Read More »
Sensing Nature celebrates work made with local communities who have creativelyengaged with the heritage, significance and stories of the Fenland landscape, inpartnership with Ely Museum, RNIB and Wicken Fen. Curated by Basecoat Collective – a group of 18-25 year olds – the exhibition invited people to contemplate how they connect with nature, and includes new …
The Helping Hands Gardening scheme, which is managed by VCAEC, have been awarded £3,148 per annum for 3 years as part of the Healthier Futures Fund from the Cambridgeshire Community Foundation. The project is called Dementia Friendly East Cambs which is a consortium with eleven other East Cambridgeshire agencies. The aim of our part of …
East Cambridgeshire District Council remains debt free and is freezing its Council Tax again in 2024 – for the 11th year running. The announcements were made during its Full Council meeting on 20th February. This is despite an economically challenging environment which has seen many other local authorities rack up millions in debt. Out of more …
Council Remains Debt Free and Freezes Council Tax Read More »
East Cambs Building Control and Andrew Fleet, a building control agent based in Soham, have received national recognition for their working relationship at the Local Authority Building Control Awards. They were crowned winner of the “Best Partnership” award, which recognises excellence in collaboration, communication and overall partnership working practices. More than 900 leading construction industry figures …
Council and Agent Nationally Recognised for More Than a “Fleet-ing” Relationship Read More »
Ely Tigers met second from bottom placed North Walsham IIs to the Cambridge Commodities Park on Saturday afternoon, hoping to keep the pressure on the leading pack. The game got off to a bright start as Nathan Brookes with the home side passing the ball through hands, eventually finding captain Lory Martin crossing the line to …
Young people across East Cambridgeshire are being given the opportunity to design artwork for its new fleet of waste and recycling lorries. The competition is being run by East Cambridgeshire District Council to help launch the council’s new Love Your Street campaign. Love Your Street is all about making East Cambridgeshire a cleaner, greener place …
Hereward the Wake can be seen, met and heard in Ely this March at the pub he maywell have frequented had it been around in his time. Medieval re-enactor Rory Gibson, who has gained quite a reputation for himself acting as the folk hero of the Fens in recent times, will be part of an …
A Celebration of Bridal Gowns – Ely Cathedral to host an exhibition of over 40 fabulous bridal gowns highlighting the history and allure of the wedding dress. This fabulous exhibition explores how wedding styles and materials have changed over the centuries and how their adaptations reveal as much about social history as fashion, whilst defining …
The annual East Cambridgeshire Schools’ Art Exhibition is now open at Babylon Gallery. On Wednesday 7th February Babylon ARTS held a prize giving ceremony, in which the winners were announced, with prizes awarded that were generously funded by Tindalls Ltd. Ely Hereward Rotary Club and Anglia Ruskin University. Babylon ARTS is hosting the East Cambridgeshire …
East Cambridgeshire Schools’ Art Exhibition 2024 Award Winners Announced Read More »
City of Ely Swimming Club might be small but it fought hard over two weekends at the Cambridgeshire County Championships. Ely took twenty swimmers who met the qualifying times to Cambridge and despite fierce competition from other clubs, Ely showcased their strength and determination, securing a commendable third place overall. Adding to the excitement of …
Businesses across East Cambridgeshire are being encouraged to consider the benefits of apprenticeships as part of the council’s drive to mark Apprenticeship Week (5th February to 11th February) The number of young people enrolled on apprenticeships in East Cambridgeshire is one of the highest levels across the county, with 11.4% of 18-year-olds enrolled. But currently, …
Get ready for an adrenaline-packed day at our Muddy Monster Race Event on Sunday, 3rd March at King’s Ely Barton Road Sports Field. Registrations open from 12 noon! Are you 14 or under? It’s your time to shine in this off-road cycling competition! Whether you’re a novice or a seasoned muddy monster, join us for …
40 local people, including 6 pupils who make up Robert Arkenstall Primary School’s Road Safety Squad, representatives from Cambridgeshire County Council and East Cambridgeshire District Council, parish councillors, hauliers MLH, AG Wright and EJ and RE Clark, schoolchildren’s parents and our Neighbourhood Policing Team sergeant attended the launch of the Road Safety Campaign on 31st …
Haddenham Launches the 2024 Slower is Safer Campaign Read More »
With a proud history of taking action to protect the environment, the WI is a founding member of The Climate Coalition; protecting what we love from Climate Change and lobbying politicians to prioritise tackling the issue. Our climate is changing as a direct result of human activity, and the impacts of climate change are already being …
Ely City WI Show the Love For Third Year in a Row Read More »
Ely Tigers made the short trip across to face the leagues basement side, Wisbech, where again they we’re forced into changes to the squad due to injuries and player unavailability. The home side the lead, despite their league position, looked the b righter of the two sides, pushing Tigers back, it was no surprise that …
Funding to adapt a gym at Littleport Leisure to provide a safe and welcoming space for under-represented groups to improve their health and fitness has been approved by East Cambridgeshire District Council. A grant of £11,400 has allocated towards the £17,000 cost of improving the leisure centre’s second gym to create 14 workstations. The money …
Council Helps Fund Multi-Adapted Gym in Littleport Read More »
Here’s a report from one of our Cadet Junior Non-Commissioned Officers, Corporal Noah Deal (Centre rear rank in the photograph below) “This weekend ten of our cadets from Ely Squadron were given the opportunity to attend a bronze first aid course at 104 Squadron Cambridge“ The cadets were taught how to help people with:AsthmaHypothermiaBites and …
With the cost of living crisis and increasing numbers of people feeling the strain, Lighthouse provides essential services that are a lifeline for those we manage to reach. Unfortunately, there are even more people out there in need, so we are asking for your support; to enable us, to help those who need a helping …
Member of Parliament for South East Cambridgeshire, Lucy Frazer MP, met sixth form staff last Friday following the recent granting of planning permission. Lucy Frazer MP met senior staff from Bishop Laney Sixth Form in Ely on Friday, 26th January, to mark the beginning of works to expand the student intake from 300 to 400. …
Local MP Marks £5 Million Government Investment In Bishop Laney Expansion Read More »
A competition is being launched to name a new fleet of 10 waste and recycling vehicles. The new fleet, purchased by East Cambridgeshire District Council, includes new in-cab technology designed to deliver a more efficient and cost-effective waste collection service. They are also able to run on Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) as well as diesel, which …
Competition to name new waste and recycling fleet Read More »
Ely Tigers played Cantabs on Saturday afternoon at the Cambridge Commodities Park, again they were forced into changes to the starting XV, however they welcomed Tom Gunbie who was handed his debut for the senior squad, having played at every level possible at the club. A bright start for the home side saw an early …
Four projects that improve the quality of life for residents in East Cambridgeshire have been awarded over £1.76 million funding. Stretham and Wilburton Community Land Trust is to receive £1.21 million towards its Link Project. This will see the creation of a wellbeing community hub, GP rooms, café and meeting rooms at Plantation Gate. The vibrant …
Council Approves Over £1.76 Million Funding For Community Projects Read More »
Some of the lads at Stretham Football Club are undertaking a one hour ice bath challenge to raise valuable funds for the Caring For Cambridgeshire’s Homeless group. Members of the squad (most of which wouldn’t even have a cold shower) will take it in turn on the 25th February to complete a combined time of …
One Hour Ice Bath for Caring For Cambridgeshire’s Homeless Read More »
The number of illegal fires across the district has fallen 58% in a year according to East Cambridgeshire District Council. The council has been cracking down on the burning of commercial waste as part of its commitment towards a cleaner, greener East Cambridgeshire. Burning waste, particularly oil-based wastes, plastics and treated wood, results in a …
This World Wetlands Day, 2nd February 2024, WWT Welney wants everyone to duck the stress of modern living and visit their local wetland for a moment of calm. Research has shown that just ten minutes in a wetland setting, spaces like a marsh, lake or river, is enough to boost your mood, and WWT wants …
Duck the Stress this World Wetlands Day and Visit WWT Welney for a Moment of Calm Read More »
East Cambridgeshire District Council has achieved silver accreditation of the Investors in the Environment scheme. The council signed up to the scheme two years ago as part of its commitment to reduce the environment impact at its main head office in Ely, known as The Grange. Within a year it achieved bronze and now its …
Council Achieves Silver Investors in Environment Accreditation Read More »
The staff owned co-operative running The Hive Leisure Centre in Ely has been awarded the prestigious Investors in People (IiP) Gold Standard. GLL, which runs leisure centres and libraries across the UK, is a charitable leisure and cultural social enterprise and has been running The Hive at Ely’s Leisure Village on behalf of East Cambridgeshire District …
The Hive awarded Gold Standard by Investors in People Read More »
A group of local organisations are teaming up to help entice East Cambs residents with a range of tempting ways they can give time to their local community. Since the Covid pandemic, the numbers of people volunteering have seriously declined leaving organisations and charities without the necessary capacity in some cases to support the services …
Ely Tigers travelled to league leaders, Shelford II’s, hoping to carry forward the form they showed a week earlier against Bury IIs. Again the side was forced into changes, it was the home side that point the first points on the board, with their first meaningful attack, forcing an error in the Tigers backline, forcing …
The number of fly-tips in East Cambridgeshire has fallen to its lowest level since 2017, thanks to a multi-agency campaign. Last year 444 tips were recorded. This is a 17% fall on the 535 recorded the previous year and a 40% decline compared to 2021. The success is the result of continued efforts under the …
Ely Folk Festival launches programme for 2024. The 38th annual Ely Folk Festival takes place from 12th – 14th July at Stuntney Estate. Three stages and 35+acts plus workshops and meet and greet sessions. Ely Folk Festival returns to showcase a wealth of local and global talent celebrating folk, roots and acoustic music over a …
Plans to plant 75 oak trees across East Cambridgeshire have reached the half way mark, thanks to support from parish councils, schools, nurseries and landowners. East Cambridgeshire District Council has received requests for 39 oak trees, as part of its campaign to mark King Charles III’s coronation and 75th birthday. And there is still time for …
A full business plan to build a state-of-the-art ecological bereavement centre alongside a beautiful lakeside setting at Mepal is to go before East Cambridgeshire District Councillors. The plan for the council-owned land includes a crematorium, natural burial area, and a pet cemetery. Set within flower meadows and woodland walks with views overlooking the lake, it …
Children at an Ely primary school are getting closer than ever to nature, thanks to a cash boost to their Forest School area. The Lantern Community Primary School has been able to purchase bushcraft materials, create wildlife habitats and revamp equipment, thanks to a £1000 City of Ely grant and a £200 grant from Spotted …
Ely Tigers faced third in the league Bury 2s at Cambridge Commodities Park on the weekend. From the start of the game Tigers showed their intention, from a Bury line out, which Ely stole the ball to set up the attack, seeing the ball pass through the hands of Jordan Barnes, Lee Thompson and Jim …
An online form to help residents identify if they qualify for home energy efficiency grants is being promoted by East Cambridgeshire District Council to help mark Energy Saving Week (17th January to 23th January). The form, which takes 10 minutes to complete, helps the council’s energy advisers to better understand an individual’s circumstances, such as …
After the release and success of his previous single ‘Ride Along’, Fair Weather Son returns with his bombastic alt Country follow up ’38 Years’. Influenced by his new found passion for the band Wilco, Fair Weather Son (Mark Ellis) feels like he may have finally found his musical happy place. Take some alt country, sprinkle …
Ely Tigers opened 2024 with a trip to second in the league, Wymondham, for the first of three difficult fixtures for the Tigers. The home side took the lead on 7 minutes, as a mistake from Ely proved costly, with the referee playing the advantage, Wymondham raced forward to cross the try line, the conversion was missed, …
Ely Cathedral to be one of the first UK venues to host a new, large scale light show in 2024 Crown and Coronation is a spectacular immersive light and sound show on tour in the UK. Following its highly acclaimed launch at the Tower of London in November 2023, Ely Cathedral will be one of …
Crown and Coronation Sound and Light Show at Ely Cathedral Read More »
A county-wide programme of arts and entertainment, is calling on the public to help select the acts they would like to see perform in Cambridgeshire this Spring. Since its launch in 2018, The Library Presents has grown in both popularity and appeal, attracting audiences of more than 30,000 and consistently delivering a diverse arts programme …
Do you have something that’s broken that you don’t know how to fix but can’t bring yourself to throw away? Something like a toaster, kettle, lamp, bag, toy, jewellery, pair of jeans or computer? Bring it along to the Repair Cafe being held on Saturday 27th January from 11.00am – 2.00pm in Ely Library and …
The end of term ‘Charities Day’ sees Ely College students raise over £5000, with an equal split going to their six chosen House Charities Established in 2017, each year students at Ely College set themselves the challenge of raising as much money as they can for their House Charities. This year with a change to …
The whole Squadron would like to send a huge thank you to Waitrose and their lovely customers who allowed our cadets to help them pack their Christmas shopping bags in Ely today. Eighteen of our cadets worked in two hour shifts packing the customers Christmas food shopping supported by our Commanding Officer and three of …
In anticipation of Wicken Fen’s 125th Anniversary of becoming the first National Trust nature reserve, Babylon ARTS were invited by Wicken Fen to lead creative conversations with local communities. Led by artist Mina Heydari-Waite, people created their own ‘future artefact’. Over 350 of these artifacts will be displayed in Babylon Gallery alongside work from local …
Babylon Arts presents ‘Future Artefacts’, a local celebration of Wicken
Fen Read More »
Ely Tigers rounded of 2023 with their first return fixture of the season as they faced West Norfolk, Tigers were looking to revenge a 29-22 defeat from earlier in the season. Tigers got off to the perfect start during the opening minute. Ely won a scrum and break quickly, with Matt French who in turn finds …
Children from Spring Meadow Infant and Nursery School in Ely will soon be able to enjoy pond dipping, outdoor science lessons and looking after the environment. While people in Coveney will benefit from enhancement work to the village’s wildlife pond which will see a boardwalk and new planting added. The £3450 grant for Spring Meadow …
City of Ely Swimming Club turned 100 years old in 2023. The club was formed in 1923 with training and events taking place in the River Great Ouse near the Cutter Inn. An open-air swimming pool was built on Angel Drove in 1934 and the club only trained through the summer months. 1977 saw the …
Ely Tigers travelled to Suffolk to face Southwold, and a strong brisk wind on the coast, for their last away game of 2023, again the side were forced to make changes to the starting 15. Five minutes on the clock, the home side make the breakthrough, a missed tackle on the wing allowed them to …
On Wednesday 29th November, Cadet Warrant Officer James Munday from 1094 Ely Squadron Royal Air Force Air Cadets met Princess Anne at Huntingdon Fire and Rescue Training Centre at the official opening of the new Training Centre, by the Princess Royal, HRH Princess Anne. As part of his duties as the Lord Lieutenant’s Cadet for …
A team of 45 swimmers helped Ely Barracudas achieve Top Club with a full weekend of races in Newmarket. The last competition of 2023 didn’t disappoint, along with Top Club 13 Year old Josh Black swam his way to Top Boy securing 12 Golds and 1 Silver. 14 Year old Oli Davey wasn’t far behind …
Businesses across East Cambridgeshire are being encouraged to sign up for a new resource portal dedicated to helping them gain a competitive edge in today’s dynamic economic landscape. East Cambridgeshire District Council’s Economic Development team has written to more than 5000 businesses, encouraging them to register their interest. Those that sign up will gain free …
Exclusive resource portal launched for East Cambridgeshire businesses Read More »
Ely Tigers home game on Saturday was called off due to a frozen pitch. Two players from the clubs colts side were named in the Cambridgeshire Under 18 side to play their counterparts from Suffolk at Shelford Rugby Club on Sunday. Both Tom Gunbie and Alfie Allen came into the game as second-half replacements, Gunbie …
Businesses that want to find out more about Shop Watch in East Cambridgeshire and collect a free Members’ Pack are invited to a special event on Tuesday 5th December. Shop Watch is a scheme similar to Neighbourhood Watch. Running via WhatsApp it allows businesses to effectively communicate with each other to help tackle shoplifting and …
East Cambs Businesses Invited to Shop Watch Launch Read More »
Spotted in Ely celebrated its 10th birthday back in August 2023 and as part of the celebrations the Trustees of Good Vibes Local (GVL) decided to launch a second Great Little Giveaway for local organisations, but this time offering grants of £200 with the criteria of healthy lifestyles. The Giveaway was promoted throughout August and September. …
Good Vibes Local Celebrates 10th Birthday Great Little Giveaway Read More »
Witchford Amateur Dramatic Society‘s newly-formed youth group will bring the story of High School Musical to life this week. The performances will take place in the Main Hall of Witchford Village College from Thursday November 30th to Saturday December 2nd. Individual tickets cost £12 or £40 for a group ticket. Doors open at 6.30pm for …
A Bit of High School Musical from Witchford Amateur Dramatic Society Youth Group Read More »
The Ely community has rallied round to help the Toy Bank at St Mary’s Church with offers of extra drop-off points for gifts for children whose families are struggling with the cost of living crisis. Among them are Waitrose, Premier Travel, City Cycle Centre, Ely Tourist Office, the King’s School and the King’s Arms and …
Visitors at WWT Welney in Norfolk can experience a white winter wonderland with a difference as thousands of swans return to the area after completing incredible journeys from their summer homes in Arctic Russia and Iceland. To celebrate this migratory miracle, the wetland site is putting on a range of events to allow people to …
Swan Spectacle Makes for a Wild Winter at WWT Welney Read More »
Impending changes to the way the planning system operates should support a right first-time approach according to Cllr Bill Hunt, chair of East Cambridgeshire District Council’s planning committee. New government regulations, to be brought in on 6th December 2023, mean that anyone bringing forward a planning application is advised to make sure it meets all planning policies and requirements before it is submitted to …
Government changes support right first-time approach to planning Read More »
Little Thetford Acorns Pre-School Launches Campaign to Secure Future for Generations to Come Little Thetford Acorns, a beloved pre-school at the heart of our community, has embarked on a mission to restore and revitalise its educational facilities. With nearly 50 years of dedicated service, Little Thetford Acorns has long been the foundation where children in …
Museum continues good work with grant funding from The National Lottery Heritage Fund Ely Museum is delighted to announce the support of The National Lottery Heritage Fund for their project to increase access to their historic collections and to develop and grow the exhibitions and events that they hold for the community. Faced with growing operational …
To help mark White Ribbon Day on 25th November, East Cambs Community Safety Partnership is asking members of the public to take photos of themselves with their phone torches on and post on social media tagging in #ChangeTheStory. The Octagon on Ely Cathedral will also be lit up white during the evening. White Ribbon is committed …
#ChangeTheStory in East Cambs for White Ribbon Day Read More »
‘Small, but perfect’ is Babylon’s second Winter Open exhibition, and features 300 brilliant original artworks from local artists. All the pieces are for sale, with prices ranging from £60 to £150, and would make the perfect festive gift. Due to the success of their first Winter Open in January earlier this year, Babylon Arts iscommitted …
Babylon Arts Winter Open returns for a second year. Read More »
City of Ely Swimming Club swam to success this weekend, scooping up an impressive 120 medals across a team of 34 at the Cambridgeshire County Development Meet in Newmarket. 14 Year old Jake Dunham had a fantastic weekend securing 6 Golds and 7 Silvers with 10 Year old Lyra Schultz top of the game for …
Barracudas bring home the Bling! 74 Gold! 51 Silver! 34 Bronze! Read More »
Ely City WI have been awarded the prestigious title of ‘most increased membership over the past year’. This is a great achievement and Federation Officers were delighted to present the Silver Salver at the November AGM. President Sheila Willson said “I am delighted that we have received this award. Our WI is continuously growing, so …
The British Army is continuously engaging with local community youth groups and schools about what Careers and Opportunities the Army has to offer. Cambridge Army Recruitment Office arrange and support events such as Careers Fairs, Assemblies and Presentations for young people in year 8 or above and other community groups. These can include pop up …
Ely Tigers faced Diss on Saturday afternoon, hoping to stretch their unbeaten run to four games. Again, Tigers were faced to make changes to the starting 15, it was the visitors that took the lead with five minutes on the clock, when they were awarded a penalty, opting to kick for the points, with the …
Ely showed such magnificent support for Santa’s Toy Bank when it was launched last year that organiser Peter Harris hopes even more families will be helped this Christmas. “Last year we were overwhelmed by the response of individuals and organisations who got behind the idea and this year we want to help even more parents …
Ely’s Santa’s Toy Bank Gets Set to Help Families Read More »
VCAEC (Voluntary Community Action East Cambridgeshire), is the Volunteer Centre covering East Cambridgeshire. We operate the Helping Hands Gardening Scheme and the Social Car Scheme, both of which have been helping the local community for over 25 years. As you will be aware the cost of living is hitting everyone. We are trying to keep …
Seventy-five English Oak trees are being given away by East Cambridgeshire District Council to help celebrate King Charles III’s coronation and his 75th birthday this November. The council is giving away the trees to schools, nurseries, community groups and parish councils as one of its top 20 actions from its 2023/24 Environment Plan. From a …
Panto Season is upon us and Littleport Players are busy rehearsing Alice in Wonderland. It’s family fun and tickets are £11 each and can be bought at: www.ticketsource.co.uk/littleportplayers. Dates: Fri 1st Dec 7pm, Sat 2nd Dec 1pm & 6pm, Sun 3rd Dec 1pm Press release from Littleport Players
Though the Haunted season has since passed and thoughts turn to Christmas, that didn’t stop the specters of history from appearing before a sold out audience at Ely’s Sessions House on 10th November, when three trials were recreated in the very court room in which they were first heard. In a first of its kind …
Ely Tigers travelled to North Walsham 2s on Saturday afternoon to face a side with only one win on the board all season. Tigers again were forced to make changes in the starting 15, and that maybe showed during the first 40 minutes, as they struggled to get their passing rugby going, with to many …
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This festive season, Ely Markets are hosting a wonderful selection of events with unique gifts, crafts, artisan produce and delicious street food. Ely Festive Food & Gift Markets will take place every Friday from 17th November, 10am-4pm. These markets will feature a wonderful selection of unique gifts and crafts to suit all budgets. Visitors will …
Ely Tigers welcomed Wisbech for a local derby, it was the visitors first game since the tragic passing of Arturas Rudys during their game against Diss, Tigers welcomed the visitors with a guard of honour to pay their respects. The home side went into a early lead as Luke Turner went over for a try …
Three villages are to receive an eco-friendly boost after securing Pride of Place grants from East Cambridgeshire District Council. Fordham is set to be awash with wildflowers next spring after receiving £2200 to spend on native plant bulbs and rewilding seeds. Grants for £1000 each have also been awarded to Bottisham’s Holy Trinity Church to …
Fen Textures is an exhibition at Babylon Gallery from artists Bob and Carol Banks, and Carol’s daughter, Violet Shaw. Their different creative practices come together to encapsulate the fen landscape, including jewellery, oil painting, pastels and pottery. There will also be an opportunity to create ‘Fen Textures’ of your own, with a family activity in …
Local Artists Deliver a Family Exhibition Inspired by the Fen Landscape Read More »
East Cambridgeshire District Council has officially been ranked 29th out of 164 district councils for its work to combat climate change, putting it in the top quartile for performance. This is the second time campaign group Climate Emergency UK has officially scored local authorities on their performance. The assessment consisted of 91 questions or less, depending …
Council Ranked Highly for Combating Climate Change Read More »
Fourteen years ago, local sculptor Sally Dunham had a vision to create a new Art event for the Ely area. Sally wanted to create an event that brought together independent artists and craftspeople creating handmade work to the highest standards at a friendly and welcoming event. In October 2010, Art Unequalled was held for the …
Art Unequalled returns to The Maltings this November Read More »
Residents and businesses across East Cambridgeshire are being asked to help out with hibernating hedgehogs. Hedgehog numbers across the East of England are declining rapidly and they particularly need help this time of year as they prepare to hibernate during the winter months. Depending on the weather and their body condition, they go into hibernation …
Father Christmas himself is visiting the museum on 9th and 10th December! As the nights draw in and the winter chill enters the air, there’s plenty of festive fun to be had at Ely Museum. From traditional festive crafts and traditions to a visit from Father Christmas himself, we have lots of upcoming dates for …
VCAEC, Voluntary and Community Action East Cambs, and it’s predecessors (have been running the East Cambridgeshire Social Car Scheme since 1998), are looking into various options to enable the scheme to better suit the local community it serves. Each year we travel around 86,000 miles and our volunteer drivers give up 5,448 hours of their …
Plans to establish a new wildlife area in Soham have been given a boost thanks to support from East Cambridgeshire District Council. Soham Town Council has been awarded a £4600 Pride of Place grant to buy trees, wildflowers, hedging and bug hotels for Drayton Meadows. The money will also pay wildlife information boards and a …
Funding for Wildlife Area Will Help Create a New Green Loop for Soham Read More »
City of Ely Swimming Club took a squad of 25 to Luton at the weekend, a sport that can be enjoyed by all the family saw five sets of siblings competing. The Schultz family will need to find extra space for the 26 medals that 11 year old Jacob and 9 year old Lyra brought …
Schultz Siblings take home impressive 26 medals! Read More »
The rain that has swept the county meant a delayed start to the game, as the players from Cantabs swept the pitch, but the pitch was still unsafe to play, so players, and supporters crossed the road to play at Long Road College. 8 minutes on the clock, and the first try of the game …
Babylon ARTS are inviting the public to try one (or all) of the Sensing Nature Challenges, for the chance to be featured in an upcoming exhibition. The Babylon Young Associates will select artworks to be exhibited in the Sensing Nature Exhibition, which will run from 28th February – 24th March 2024. All submissions will also …
An afternoon of talks about how the Fens offered inspiration for the work of local authors and photographers is taking place in Ely this Saturday, 21st October between 1.30-4.30pm. The event titled ‘Fen Authors and Explorers’ is organised by Fascinating Fens, a local group that brings people together across the Fens through projects involving heritage, …
Fen Authors and Explorers: An Afternoon of Talks Read More »
An opportunity to purchase a one-bedroom affordable home in Fordham for £117,000 is available to residents who meet the eligibility criteria. The property is one of a number set aside by East Cambridgeshire District Council to help local residents struggling to get on the housing ladder. They are sold to local people on average salaries …
Applications invited for affordable home in Fordham Read More »
Ely welcomed back some missing faces from the previous week as they welcomed Shelford Nomads. Close opening exchanges saw neither side able to get a foothold in the game, it was the home side that took the lead, from a Tigers line out the ball is worked out to Adam Tallack who goes over in …
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Community groups are being urged to apply for grants of up to £1000 being offered by East Cambridgeshire District Council. The money can be spent on new or existing projects designed to improve the quality of life for residents. Cllr Alan Sharp, Vice Chair of the Operational Services Committee, said: “This grant is a fantastic …
Poets House in Ely saw a spectacular promotion of the highly awaited pantomime, Robin Hood. Local organisations such as press houses, the media and local business gathered in droves in the heart of Ely to watch the engaging presentation. The Christmas Pantomime which will see the cast Paul Cassaro (Robin Hood), Elisha Hancock (Little Joan), …
We raised £8,350 to give to various clubs, schools, organisations and charities. Our 2 main beneficiaries this year were the East Anglian Air Ambulance who were awarded £2000.00 and The Ely/Soham Food Bank who were awarded £2250.00. Helen Bavester, Treasurer of Soham Benevolent Association, states “We gave the food bank £1250.00 in cash and decided …
Soham Benevolent Association Held their 70th Soham Carnival this Year Read More »
Thank you to all those who attended our annual Charity Golf Day at Ely City Golf Club on 14th September. We are pleased to announce that with your kind support and generosity we have raised £2,000 for The East of England Children and Young People’s Diabetes Network. Your support is greatly appreciated. Congratulations to the …