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FRESH. In Ely Rolls Out The Ramp! Making Their Studio Fully Accessible To The Public

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FRESH. gives its local community a sense of confidence and independence with its three-year fundraiser. FRESH. which focuses on community, health, inclusion and sustainability, launched a crowd funder three years ago. The crowd funder raised £1,435 through individual donations, clothes swap events like the “Swish” from Ely Swishing Group, plant sales, funding from the Rotary …

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King’s Ely Students Celebrate Fantastic A-Level Results

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Hardworking King’s Ely students have once again achieved places at their first-choice universities and institutions having gained a stellar set of A-Level grades.   Teachers and staff at King’s Ely Sixth Form are especially proud of the Year 13 cohort’s results, since COVID measures during their GCSE year meant that it was their first time sitting …

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Bishop Laney Sixth Form Students Celebrate Post-16 Success

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Students at Bishop Laney Sixth Form, part of Meridian Trust, have achieved a fantastic set of Post-16 results this year. Adam Steels, Head of Bishop Laney Sixth Form, said: “We are delighted with these results which reflect the continued growth and success of Bishop Laney Sixth Form. These results mean our students are completing their …

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Oliver Cromwell’s House is Recognised as Tripadvisor® 2023 Travelers’ Choice® Award Winner  

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Historic House, once home to the Cromwell family Earns a Place Among Travelers’ Favorites for 2023 Oliver Cromwell’s House today, announced it has been recognised by TripAdvisor as a 2023 Travelers’ Choice award winner for a Visitor Attraction.  The coveted award celebrates businesses that have consistently received great traveler reviews on TripAdvisor over the last …

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Health and Well Fair – Free wellbeing event at Ely Country Park

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East Cambridgeshire residents are invited to join in a fun and free Health and Well Fair taking place at Ely Country Park on Sunday 3rd September.  The event, hosted by East Cambridgeshire District Council will be a fun day out with a focus on wellbeing.  The aim is to encourage visitors to take steps towards …

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The Visit Ely app puts our Incredible City in Global Spotlight 

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After two years of extensive development, the Visit Ely App is launching for public download from both the Apple and Google Play stores, allowing anyone with a compatible handset to discover the enormous amount that this fantastic pocket city. With over three hundred businesses already listed, 5 exciting trails and a heritage focused Quest the …

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Gum Busting Machine to Help Out in Sticky Situations

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Two new gum-busting machines are being brought in by East Cambridgeshire District Council to help out in sticky situations. The Ghostbusters-style backpack is being used by a dedicated street cleansing team to rid the district of the perils of chewing gum. Many streets in the district, especially the high streets of Ely, Soham and Littleport, …

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Celebrating Success at Swim England Age Group Nationals – City of Ely Amateur Swimming Club

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City of Ely Amateur Swimming Club Member Oliver Davey was invited to Swim England Nationals as one of the top competitors in the 50m Freestyle in the 14-year-old age group. This was the first time at nationals for Oli and he swam brilliantly in the heats to achieve a personal best time of 25.77 which …

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Country Park and Jubilee Gardens Awarded Green Flag Status

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Two of Ely’s biggest parks have been awarded Green Flag status. Ely Country Park and Jubilee Gardens, which are both owned by East Cambridgeshire District Council, were given the prestigious award during a national ceremony. The coveted Green Flag status is awarded to parks and green spaces which are free and open to everyone to …

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National Charity Calls for East Anglian Nature Lovers to Create Watery Havens for Wildlife

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From drainpipe wetlands to bogs in backyards, the Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust (WWT) is calling on residents across East Anglia to make room for nature by creating a network of watery habitats to help wildlife in the region, particularly in cities/towns like King’s Lynn, Bury St Edmunds, Ely and Wisbech. As summer temperatures look set to soar, …

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East Cambridgeshire Businesses Pledge Support for Mums

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Business owners in East Cambridgeshire are saying yes to offering a warm welcome to mothers who breastfeed and pump, as part of a new initiative supported by East Cambridgeshire District Council. FreeToFeedCP encourages businesses to sign up as a breastfeeding and pumping friendly business, so mothers can feel relaxed, comfortable and confident feeding their children …

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City of Ely Amateur Swimming Club National Open Water Success

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An excellent swim at the regional open water competition saw seventeen-year-old Daniel Kendall qualify for the National Age Group Open Water Swimming Championship for the first time.  This event was held on Saturday 29th July 2023 at Rother Valley Country Park, Sheffield, where Daniel swam in the 5km race. It was a cool and windy …

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Veterans Attend Ely Royal British Legion Service Marking Korean War Armistice

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The City of Ely branch of the Royal British Legion organised a solemn service of remembrance at the city’s war memorial today (27th July) to mark the 70th anniversary of the armistice in 1953 which brought an end to the Korean War. The war began in June 1950 when North Korea invaded South Korea following …

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Ely Air Cadet’s Report from The Royal International Air Tattoo

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Whilst some of Ely Squadron’s Air Cadets and staff have been working away last week at RAF Fairford on the Royal International Air Tattoo airshow, Sergeant Carter was there privately enjoying his love of aircraft and photography. Here is a report from our Staff Cadet Sergeant Jay Carter: “This past week I have been at …

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Eight Million Stitches; Twelve Silk Panels: Looking Back At Threads Through Creation At Ely Cathedral

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Artist Jacqui Parkinson took inspiration from Genesis to reimagine the story through her intricately adorned creations.  The exhibition which was held at Ely Cathedral between 1st July and 26th July 2023 represented the book of Genesis, the first book in the Bible. Visitors to the cathedral were immersed in a sea of hand-dyed, vibrant materials, …

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King’s Ely pupils’ creative talents shine in ‘A Festival of Music and Dance’

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From Prep School violinists to Sixth Form ballroom dancers, ‘A Festival of Music and Dance’ certainly showcased why King’s Ely is internationally renowned for its creative approach to education. More than one hundred musicians and dancers, from Year 4 at King’s Ely Prep through to Year 13 at King’s Ely Sixth Form, starred in the …

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Experience Saxon life as Ely Cathedral celebrates all things Saxon in honour of Ely’s Patron Saint, St. Etheldreda

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A two day Saxon Fair takes place at Ely Cathedral this weekend with a host of entertainment from the Saxon period including exhibitors, food stalls, live theatre performances and craft making.   With an emphasis on children and families, visitors can take part in story telling sessions, which were a staple of Saxon life. There is …

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Young Curator’s “I Am Because We Are ” Exhibition Launched at Babylon ARTS Gallery

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Young Curator, Bethany Haysom delves into community, culture and humanity showcasing her first curated art exhibition set in the heart of Ely. The exhibition which is held at the Babylon Arts Gallery in Ely, defines the philosophy of Ubuntu, derived from the Bantu languages of Africa, highlights the importance of showing compassion and humanity towards …

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Council calls for halt to Cambridge Congestion Charge

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Plans to implement congestion charging in Cambridgeshire should be stopped and alternative proposals, like improved bus services given a higher priority, according to East Cambridgeshire District Council. A motion put forward by Conservative councillors at the Full Council meeting on 13th July called on Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority (CPCA), together with the county council …

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King’s Ely Sports Coach helps England win gold at World Masters Hockey Championships

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A Sports Coach at King’s Ely played a pivotal role in the England Hockey Women’s Over 45 team winning gold at the recent World Masters Hockey European Championships. Chanrè Bond, who is Head of Hockey at King’s Ely, scored four goals during the international tournament, which took place at the prestigious Nottingham Hockey Centre. Miss …

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Captivating Victories and Remarkable Performances at the 10is Race Finals

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10is Academy hosted an exciting day of tennis as participants and families eagerly gathered for the highly anticipated 10is Race Finals. The event took place at the picturesque King’s Ely and featured seven thrilling competitions that showcased the talent and dedication of the young athletes. The day kicked off with the 9 and Under competition, …

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Ely College students attend Royal Henley Regatta

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A party of 11 young rowers from Ely College were invited by the Henley Stewards to participate in the Row-Past celebrations on the River Thames as part of the Final Day of the Royal Henley Regatta, Sunday 2nd July. These included the quad pictured, comprising (l-r) Josh Le Gresley, Edward Marygold, Marcus Elliott, Jamie Barrett …

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Haddenham Parish Council
Awarded Funding to Provide New Football Facilities

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People living in the Haddenham area are set to benefit from fresh investment into local football facilities thanks to a £503,292 grant from the Premier League, The FA and Government’s Football Foundation. This investment will enable Haddenham Parish Council to provide new grass pitches, a pavilion, car park and access road at Newtown Road, Haddenham. …

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Employment shortfall to be addressed in Littleport

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Plans for a £1.5 million project to address a shortfall of jobs and office space in Littleport have been given the backing by East Cambridgeshire District Council. The council has approved £550,000 towards the cost of improving and expanding the E-Space North Business Centre into a dynamic hub to support the formation and growth of …

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Enhance Unveils Its State of the Art Dental Facility, Setting a New Standard in Dental Care

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Enhance, a renowned dental practice in the UK, officially opened the doors to its new site to the public on June 23rd. The highly anticipated launch reinforces Enhance’s position as a leading dental facility, and signifies a groundbreaking milestone for Enhance, as it positions itself as a pioneer in dental care, offering patients an unparalleled …

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Ely Royal British Legion Marks signing of Korean War Armistice

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The City of Ely branch of the Royal British Legion will mark 70 years since the signing in 1953 of the armistice which bought about an end to military operations during the Korean War. Sixty thousand service personnel from across Britain and the Commonwealth saw action during the Korean War, with 1,100 losing their lives. …

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Charity Walk – 15 Year Anniversary for The Malcolm Wales Foundation

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The Malcolm Whales Foundation was created following the death of Malcolm Whales in 2008. In 2009 the first ‘Dorset Walk’ was launched with 30 students from Ely College walking 40 miles along the Jurassic Coast. The group managed to raise £6,000. It was, however, the experience and the sense of achievement that set the seed …

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Prime Brass Join 100 Young Singers to Perform Independence Day Concert

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Celebration of US/UK accord will include cathedral classics and US and British folksongs Cambridgeshire’s premier brass dectet, Prime Brass, is to join 100 young American singers in Ely Cathedral on Tuesday 4th July for an Independence Day concert to celebrate the special relationship between the US and the UK.  The concert, to include cathedral classics …

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Youth Fusion – Join us for three fun interactive events this summer

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Young people are invited to join our fun and free Youth Fusion Days taking place in Soham, Bottisham and Littleport this summer. These interactive wellbeing events are an opportunity to find out what’s going on for young people in the district and where to go to get more information about the things that matter to …

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Festival Foodie Friday at Ely Markets – Today’s the day! 

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Ely Markets grand finale of the Ely Arts Festival is set to be a memorable event, bringing together the community through food, art, and music. Taking place on Friday 30th June from 4 pm to 8:30 pm, this special edition of Foodie Friday will feature a range of enticing food and drink stalls, showcasing the …

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Ely Sinfonia and Ely Choral Society present Serenade to Music

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Ely Sinfonia, Ely Choral Society and Ely Youth Choir join together in a unique selection of music that makes the most of the magnificent space of Ely Cathedral.  Vaughan Williams, the English twentieth century master, stands next to Beethoven, the early romantic titan.  Between them is Bob Chilcott, one of the most prolific and celebrated …

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Grants of up to £15,000 Available to Help Rejuvenate Local Communities

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Bulb planting, bat boxes, pond creation and bramble clearing are just some of the projects that could receive funding as part of a new Pride of Place initiative. East Cambridgeshire District Council is making up to £15,000 available for environmentally friendly projects that create, tidy up or enhance somewhere special in local communities. Applicants must …

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WWT Welney Top Score by Visit England as a Great Experience

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WWT Welney Wetland Centre has received a summer score to match that of the more famous winter experience. So the site is again to be put forward for a Gold accolade.  The calibre of staff and volunteers was also very high, leading to a nomination in the Welcome Accolade for a second year running.  WWT …

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Enrollment Night for Ely’s New Recruits

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On Thursday evening, 22nd June, 1094 (City of Ely) Squadron enrolled its latest intake of recruits. Twenty cadets were enrolled in a ceremony conducted by the Squadron and Wing Padre, The Reverend Allan Jesson, witnessed by the cadet’s proud parents and other family members. Our Commanding Officer, Flight Lieutenant J Donoghue RAFAC, delivered the commencement …

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Ely College hosts Aspirational Rowing event at Cambridge University Boat House to inspire its students and other local schools.

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Over the past three years, Ely College has been fostering a robust connection with the world of rowing, building a firm alliance with the local Isle of Ely Rowing Club (IOERC). This partnership has provided students with first-hand rowing experience on the River Ouse and established an ongoing pathway for those wishing to join the …

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Flying Scotsman Fans Urged to Stay Safe and Vigilant dlDuring Trip Through East Anglia

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Fans of the famous Flying Scotsman steam locomotive are being urged to keep off the tracks and enjoy a safe day out when the locomotive travels around the region this Friday. Flying Scotsman is due to travel on the Greater Anglia network on Friday 23 June, when the engine makes its way from London to …

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Council Even More Ambitious on Environmental Pledges

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East Cambridgeshire District Council has announced ambitious environmental plans to achieve carbon net zero four years ahead of schedule. In its latest Environment Plan the Council has committed to reduce the 1,316.9 tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions that it produced in 2018/19 (baseline year) down to net-zero emissions by 2036. This is 14 years ahead …

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Ely Tennis Club makes a winning start to the Cambs Dunlop Summer League Season

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Following on from a record six promotions in the Cambs Winter League, Ely Tennis Club’s Cambs Summer League Teams are raising the bar even higher.  Ely Men’s 2nd and 4th teams are currently topping Divisions 7 and 13 respectively, whilst Ely’s Women’s 2nd team and Men’s 3rd team sit second in Divisions 6 and 10 …

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New Principal Appointed at Lantern Community Primary School

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Anthony Aguda has been appointed as the new Headteacher at Lantern Community Primary School, part of Meridian Trust.  Anthony, who took up his new position earlier this term, has joined the team at Lantern Community Primary School with a wealth of experience in the education sector. After completing a four-year combined Biology and QTS degree, …

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Celebrate the Fens with Fascinating Fens 

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‘Celebrate the Fens Day’ returns this year on 17th June, and will form part of ‘Celebrate the Fens Weekend’ 16th-18th June. The aim is to bring people together to take part in various events and activities taking place across the Fens of Cambridgeshire, Norfolk, Lincolnshire, and Suffolk, to celebrate everything about the Fens.   The celebration was …

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New Litter Picking Initiative – with a Royal Twist

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East Cambs residents are being encouraged to join in June’s month of community with a new litter picking competition – which will also help mark King Charles III’s Coronation. East Cambridgeshire District Council has provided 22 participating parish councils with free litter pickers and high vis vests. Residents and groups who wish to take part …

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Bishop Laney Sixth Form Receives £5 Million Funding for Expansion and Refurbishment

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The Department for Education has announced that Bishop Laney Sixth Form (Ely College), part of Meridian Trust, will receive additional funding to increase its student intake and expand and refurbish its buildings.  Bishop Laney Sixth Form currently accepts 150 students per year group, but this expansion will allow the school to create a further 50 …

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Grants Available to Local Organisations

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Applications are invited from local, voluntary and charitable organisations that provide a service which benefits the parishioners of the City of Ely.  This includes Ely and the villages of Prickwillow, Stuntney, Chettisham, Queen Adelaide and Shippea Hill. The Council has a small budget which is allocated to grants each year.  They would not encourage applications …

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Threads Through Creation – a breath-taking exhibition at Ely Cathedral

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Creating the world in eight million stitches… From 14th June – 26th July, Ely Cathedral will be playing host to ‘Threads through Creation’, a breath-taking exhibition of twelve enormous, embroidered silk panels that explore the story of Creation. Inspired by the first pages of the bible, textile artist Jacqui Parkinson re-imagines an amazing story in …

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Wilburton Beer Festival is back for its 23rd year in 2023!

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Every year in Wilburton we meet on Wilburton Recreation Ground to celebrate our community, coming together with our entire families, old and young, to raise funds for local charities and deserving causes, from Cancer Research to the local Beavers group. Wilburton Beer Festival is the longest running festival of its kind in the Fen area, …

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Wanted “Community Energy Champions” to Develop Local Low Carbon Energy Projects Across East Cambridgeshire

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The East Cambridgeshire Climate Action Network (CAN) is looking for “Community Energy Champions” in Ely and from across the whole of East Cambridgeshire to develop their own local community energy projects initiated by LOCAL people and WANTED by the local community. Potential “Community Energy Champions” are invited to attend a meeting at St Mary’s Church, Ely on 15 June …

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The Archbishop of York Celebrates 1350 Years of Worship at Ely Cathedral

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Ely Cathedral will be celebrating the 1350 years of the founding of Ely by welcoming The Most Reverend and Right Honourable Stephen Cottrell, Archbishop of York, to preach during a weekend of celebratory worship and fabulous floral displays.   On Saturday 24 June everyone is invited to attend a special anniversary service which will be led …

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Council Tailors Cost of Living Advice to Meet Increasing Demand from Residents

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A 63 per cent increase in the number of people seeking cost of living advice from East Cambridgeshire District Council has prompted it to tailor the advice it offers residents. The Council opened its doors at The Grange in Ely in January 2022 to offer residents a one stop shop when it comes to accessing …

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First Lantern Summer Fair Since Pandemic Promises Affordable Fun

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Roll up, roll up! The Lantern Summer Fair is back for the first time since the pandemic – and it’s promising to be a fantastic afternoon for the whole community! Bouncy castles, face painting and a performance by the Ely Hero Award-winning Lane Academy are all on the agenda, as well as numerous games and …

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Highfield Friends and Parents Association Fundraiser

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The Highfield Friends and Parents Association (HFPA) is a registered charity, whose purpose is to raise funds to support the pupils at Highfield Academy in Ely, both in terms of their education, personal development and wellbeing. The Committee is made up of just 8 Parents. Highfield is a local Special Educational Needs School covering Ely …

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New Group Exhibition at the Babylon Gallery Fierce Tales is not to be missed!

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A group of Fenland female Artists share their work and stories The four artists who make up the Fierce Tales Collective have created a show that explores the female experience within the fenland landscape. The group covers multiple artistic disciplines including traditional oil painting, printmaking, mixed media and expressive intuitive painting. Each artist has a …

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King’s Ely duo on fine form in British Biology Olympiad

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Two King’s Ely Sixth Form students are celebrating success in an international Science competition. Barclay Greenway and Georgia Gordon, who are both in Year 13 and studying Biology at A-Level, have achieved Silver and Highly Commended, respectively, in this year’s British Biology Olympiad (BBO). More than 13,000 students from 800 schools worldwide participated in the …

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District Council pays A14 contributions early and saves £800,000

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East Cambridgeshire District Council has saved nearly £800,000 by committing to pay its £2.05 million contribution towards the cost of upgrading the A14 25 years ahead of schedule. It had previously been agreed with the Department of Transport the Council would pay £82,000 a year, over 25 years towards the cost of upgrading the stretch between Cambridge and Huntingdon. However, when …

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Annual Council

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Soham district councillor Mark Goldsack has been elected as East Cambridgeshire District Council’s new Chairman. This is a civic role to uphold and promote the purposes of the Constitution and preside over meetings of the Council so that its business can be carried out efficiently and with regard to the rights of councillors and the …

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Success at East Regionals Long Course Swimming Championships 2023 for City of Ely ASC

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City of Ely Amateur Swimming Club competed in the recent Swim England East Region Long Course Championships over three weekends in April and May.  The championships were held in both Norwich and Luton at the 50m pools.  This year, the club had an amazing nine athletes qualify, they were Jorja Atkinson, Josh Black, Megan Clarke, …

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King’s Coronation Poetry Competition Winners Announced

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Three fabulous poems by young people in East Cambridgeshire have been selected to help East Cambridgeshire District Council celebrate King Charles III’s Coronation.  The Council ran a poetry competition over the Easter Holidays, with under 18s being asked to compile an illustrated poem entitled “If I were King Charles for the day.”  Oscar Ritchie, aged …

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Ben’s Yard Opens 30th June 2023: Discover Shopping, Hospitality and Untamed Nature

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Nestled amidst the scenic, 2,500-acre Stuntney Estate in Ely, in Cambridgeshire, this picturesque rural retail village, halfway between London and Norfolk, is unlike any other. It’s a destination to be explored, a naturally immersive experience to be enjoyed; a place where sophisticated shopping, inclusive hospitality and untamed nature meet. Mark your calendars for an unmatched retail experience, where the service …

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Winning streak continues for King’s Ely Photography Department!

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A King’s Ely student has had her creativity and photography skills celebrated in not one but two awards ceremonies. Ella Martin, who is in Year 11 at King’s Ely Senior, has been Highly Commended in this year’s Boarding Schools’ Association (BSA) Supporting Excellence Awards.  Ella’s achievement is in the ‘Khadija Saye Photography Award’ category, which …

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Quentin Blake Art Draws People to WWT Welney

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Three seasonal trails highlighting the best of the UK’s wetland nature will be running at WWT Welney from 18th May until February 2024 as part of a partnership between renowned illustrator Sir Quentin Blake and the Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust. Throughout the partnership, “Drawn to Water: Quentin Blake at WWT”, WWT Welney will run three seasonal trails …

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Council Offers Free Nick Elston Mental Health Sessions for Businesses

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Businesses and employers in East Cambridgeshire are being given the opportunity to sign up for free mental health seminars. Nick Elston – award winning mental health speaker and transformational speaking coach – will be delivering the first of five online mental health seminars at midday on Monday 22th May. The seminars have been organised by …

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10is Academy Starts Summer Campaign with Strong Performances

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10is Academy showed their strength in the opening matches of their Cambs summer campaign, winning three out of four matches.  Despite a tough loss and the injury of a key player in their first match, 10is Academy bounced back with impressive performances in subsequent matches. The men’s second team faced a tough 3-5 loss to …

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Ely Arts Festival Promises a Jam Packed 2 Weeks in June!

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Ely Arts Festival is delighted to share the 2023 festival line up!  We’re delighted to present the Ely Arts Festival 2023! We have a jam packed couple of weeks with lots of exciting events to enjoy for all the community! There’s lots of free events including 2 of our highlights with our family day full …

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GVL Great Little Giveaway: Branching Out

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Good Vibes Local £100 donation to Branching Out Branching Out is a Littleport-based charity that supports adults with learning disabilities in a variety of fun work experience and social activities. Their high-quality support staff team encourage people to overcome difficulties and achieve in everyday life. The adults supported by Branching Out attend a day centre …

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GVL Great Little Giveaway: Supporters of Highfields Littleport Academy (SOHLA)

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This term some of our students at Highfield Littleport Academy started 1-1 guitar lessons. Their teacher Penni, has built strong relationships with the students and has followed their individual interests to help them have lessons that are engaging and great fun. The class teachers have been so impressed by the progress that the students have …

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