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On Thursday 26th January 2023 we will be opening a Drop in Centre at Ely Library to be run every Thursday from 0900-1300. This will be open to all members of the Armed Services, Veterans and their families. The aim of the Drop In Centre is to have a place for all service personnel and …
The Lions Club of Littleport held their annual Breakfast with Santa at the Almonry restaurant in Ely. As always it was a great success. The event which has been running for over 30 years was held over three mornings just before Christmas. The picture shows Father Christmas giving a present to one of our guests. …
Ely’s “overwhelming” response to ‘Santa’s Toy Bank’ has convinced the man who came up with the idea that it should be repeated next Christmas. Peter Harris praised the support of individuals, church donors, shops, businesses and organisations and said he was deeply moved by the reaction of the families in need who came to the …
‘Santa’s Toy Bank’ will be back for Christmas 2023 vows Peter Read More »
Christmas came early to eleven local organisations last week, when Good Vibes Local (GVL), the Trustees responsible for managing Spotted in Ely and Ely Radio, chose the recipients of their Great Little Giveaway. Back in November, GVL promoted its Giveaway of £100 to ten different organisations that met its criteria. Applications were accepted throughout November …
Good Vibes Local – Great Little Giveaway Donates Funds to Local Organisations Read More »
On Thursday – our last parade night of 2022- Flight Sergeant James Munday was presented with his Gold Duke of Edinburgh’s Award badge. James first joined the Squadron in October 2017 and has taken every opportunity available to him fully engaging across the whole breadth of the cadet experience. Since joining, James threw himself into …
Year 7 students from Ely College are rounding off the end of term with a magical ski trip to Pila, Aosta in Italy. Stuart Patman, Achievement Lead for Ely College and organiser of the trip said: “What a way to finish the term! Spending the build-up to Christmas in the Italian Alps with plenty of …
Students from Ely College enjoy a week on the Italian slopes Read More »
Councillors have agreed not to support proposals to introduce congestion charging in Cambridge during an extraordinary meeting on Thursday (15th December). The meeting was held to decide the Council’s response to the Greater Cambridgeshire Partnership’s (GCP) Making Connections 2022 Consultation. While the Council supports the GCP’s aim of making public transport, cycling and walking the …
Councillors voice concerns on Making Connections consultation Read More »
Greater Anglia is reminding rail passengers to check before they travel if they are making journeys by rail this Christmas – so they’re not caught out by earlier last trains, engineering works or strikes. The general arrangements for Greater Anglia train services are as follows : In the run up to Christmas, a normal timetable …
Ely Museum has been selected as a Regional Finalist for both the 2023 Civic Trust Awards and the Selwyn Goldsmith Awards for Universal Design. A huge congratulations to architects, HAT Projects. Hana Loftus from HAT Projects said; “The Civic Trust Awards are rigorously judged through in-person visits, and set a high bar for projects that genuinely contribute …
Ely Museum is Selected as a Regional Finalist for a Civic Trust Awards Read More »
Thousands of students across Meridian Trust’s schools in Cambridgeshire, Bedfordshire and Lincolnshire have signed up to ‘Captain Carbon’s’ mission to battle against energy waste – helping their schools to become greener. Almost 30% of all energy used in the UK is wasted, so the Trust has launched the imaginative campaign to encourage its schools, staff, …
Biodiversity should increase with each new development that takes place in East Cambridgeshire, after councillors agreed a new working document to help double land for nature. As part of its plan to reverse the decline in the natural environment, the Council is requiring developers to demonstrate how the overall level of biodiversity at each development …
Biodiversity in East Cambs to increase with each new development site Read More »
There’s been a great response to ‘Santa’s Toy Bank’ which proves the kindness and generosity of Ely, says Peter Harris who came up with the idea to help parents who are finding it hard to afford presents for their children this Christmas.. Peter has the backing of St Mary’s Church which is the main drop-off …
Almost 50,000 journeys have started or finished from Soham station in the first year since its opening, Greater Anglia’s figures reveal. The new station, on the Ipswich to Peterborough line, was built to give residents and local businesses of the east Cambridgeshire town better connections to the wider area and saw passenger services restart for …
East Cambridgeshire District Council has become officially committed to working to end men’s violence against women by becoming White Ribbon Accredited. As an accredited organisation, the Council is developing and delivering a comprehensive action plan to change the cultures that lead to abuse and violence and promote gender equality. Some of the actions that will …
East Cambridgeshire District Council proud to become White Ribbon Accredited Read More »
Over one thousand people took up an invitation to see inside Ely’s St Mary’s Church when the doors opened for the first time after its transformation. The “open doors” event on Sunday 27th November from 11am-4pm attracted people from all over the city and beyond. “We hoped people would come along, take a look and …
Over 1,000 First to see St Mary’s Church Transformation Read More »
From the 5th December, buying a property in East Cambridgeshire has become quicker and simpler for everyone. As part of our digital transformation, East Cambridgeshire District Council has worked with HM Land Registry to transfer its local land charges (LLC) service to the national digital register. The LLC Register allows users to search information online instantly, enabling …
East Cambridgeshire District Council Improves the Property-Buying Process Read More »
A slow start for Ely Tigers proved costly on Saturday as the side travelled to Wymondham, again the Tigers were unable to name the same side as the previous week’s win over Shelford. An early chance for the home side saw the first points on the board, and like previous weeks it was missed tackles …
Ely Museum to welcome Father Christmas and his elves back to the museum! Ely Museum is delighted that our much loved, traditional Father Christmas Grotto is returning to the museum again this year!We look forward to welcoming Father Christmas to our beautiful Aedwen Room at the museum, a space created during our redevelopment, and we’re …
Haddenham Community Land Trust formed in June 2016, and on 1st December 2022, they finally handed the keys to their last two properties over to tenants. Initially, completion was planned for 2021 but was delayed due to COVID and building materials shortages. HCLT now owns 17 rental properties and have 2 further properties under shared …
Project Complete: Last Two Properties Let at Ovins Rise, Haddenham Read More »
Businesses across East Cambridgeshire are warned to be extra vigilant following a spate of thefts of air conditioning units. Over the last week air conditioning units have been stolen in five separate incidents from Bartholomew’s Walk in Ely, costing local businesses in excess of £60,000. Police have been notified and are increasing the number of …
Businesses Warned to be Extra Vigilant Following Thefts of Air Conditioning Units Read More »
An Ofsted inspection of The Lantern Community Primary School found that it continues to be a ‘Good’ school. The school, part of Meridian Trust, was inspected by Ofsted on 5th and 6th October 2022 and inspectors found there has been no change to the school’s overall judgement as ‘Good’ – a rating it has had …
The Lantern Community Primary School Celebrate
‘Good’ Ofsted Report Read More »
Residents in Witchford are being given the opportunity to quite literally see their home in a new light as part of a new energy and cost-saving initiative launched by East Cambridgeshire District Council. The Council has purchased three thermal imaging cameras which residents can use to understand where heat is escaping in their homes. The …
Thermal Cameras to Help with Heat Loss Trialled in Witchford Read More »
Train operator, Greater Anglia, has launched an online virtual tour of Ely rail station to help people travel with confidence – which is especially useful for disabled customers wanting to check how accessible their journey is. The tour has been designed to support journey planning, give customers a clearer picture of the station before they …
Online Virtual Tour of Ely Rail Station will Help People Travel with Confidence Read More »
On Tuesday 29th November, Sheila Friend-Smith and Richard John Hobbs were presented with the Freedom of the City of Ely by our current Mayor Cllr Richard Morgan. The Mayors speech from the evening is as follows: Ladies and gentlemen, Members of the Council, Madam Clerk, former Mayors of the City, friends and relatives of Sheila …
City of Ely Council Presents Freedoms of the City of Ely Read More »
An ambitious plan to help in our commitment to double the land set aside for nature in East Cambridgeshire, helping boost biodiversity and combat climate change, has been approved by district councillors. Working in partnership with The Wildlife Trust, East Cambridgeshire District Council has identified nine areas including Wicken Fen, the Ouse Washes and Soham …
Ambitious Plan to Help Double Land for Nature in East Cambs Announced Read More »
Ely Museum welcomes the children of Ely’s PolishCommunity school for some farming fun! During November, Ely Museum were delighted to welcome children from Ely’s Polish Community School to learn more about farming in the fens, and discovered how similar it is to farming in Poland. After comparing the two, the children discovered many similarities in …
Ely Tigers welcome Shelford 2’s to the Cambridge Commodities Park, Tigers are still unable to field their first choice 15, as players are still out carrying injuries, It was Tigers that till an early lead with the opening try, a high cross field kick from Jake Alsop into danger area, bounced kindly into arms of …
Nine projects that improve the quality of life for residents in East Cambridgeshire have been awarded £2.3million funding. East Cambridgeshire District Council originally set aside £2million for its Growth and Infrastructure Fund. However, Councillors at Thursday’s Finance and Assets Committee were so impressed with the high calibre of the nine projects which met the criteria for …
Council Approves £2.3 Million Funding for Community Projects Read More »
Parents, teachers and friends of Ely College, part of Meridian Trust, hosted over 40 stallholders at its Christmas Market on Thursday evening, raising over £2,500 for school resources. Simon Warburton, Principal of Ely College commented “What a wonderful evening! I’d like to express my heartfelt thanks to the PTFA for their amazing efforts in bringing …
An ‘amazing turnout’ at Ely College’s Christmas Market with impressive funds raised Read More »
Thirteen local school and youth choirs will appear alongside the world-renowned Gabrieli Consort and Players in the magnificent surroundings of Ely Cathedral on Friday 2nd December for a spectacular Christmas concert called ‘In Dulci Jubilo’. The concert is part of Gabrieli Roar, a challenging training programme which invites young singers to perform alongside the Gabrieli …
Over 120 girls spread out over the City of Ely in a super-charged sponsored litter pick on Saturday 19th November in aid of this year’s BBC Children in Need and Girlguiding’s appeal, raising over £1,300. Despite the drizzle, spirits were high as they met outside St Mary’s Church with all the girls determined to do …
More Than One Hundred Ely Girls Raise Over £1,300 For Children In Need and Girlguiding Read More »
What was a soggy start to the day turned into a great afternoon for tennis at 10is Academy Ely. In the National League Division 1, the 12 and Under 10is girls defeated Cambridge Lawn tennis Club. Young Sophie lost her first set 2-4 but fought valiantly to win the second set 4-2. In the deciding …
Tennis Matches Went Ahead This Weekend Despite the Early Wet Conditions Read More »
Parents, teachers and friends of Ely College, part of Meridian Trust, will be hosting over 40 commercial stallholders at its Christmas Market this Thursday evening (24th November 6-9pm). Organisers have been overwhelmed by the generosity of the many parents and carers who have donated items for the raffle, tombola and bottle stalls at the event, …
There’s an invitation to everyone in Ely to be the first to see inside St Mary’s Church when the doors are opened for the first time after its transformation. “The building has become the beautiful, accessible, sustainable, flexible and functional space we’d hoped for,” said the Rector, the Rev Chris Hill. “Please do come along …
Everyone’s Invited to see St Mary’s Church Transformation Read More »
East Cambridgeshire District Council is encouraging everyone to get digging this autumn and winter to help boost tree coverage across the district. The Council is relaunching is ever-popular Community Orchards programme which gifts free fruit trees, stakes and other essential equipment to parish councils, community groups and schools looking to plant or restore publicly accessible …
Last weekend, twenty four swimmers from City of Ely ASC attended the City of Norwich short course Meet on 19th and 20th November at the UEA Sportspark. It was a great competition with the club finishing with 65 medals and 3rd overall in the team competition from the points earned by all members of the …
Ely Swimmers Success at Norwich Short Course Event Read More »
With the Black Friday and Christmas delivery rush fast approaching, and more large vehicles on Britain’s roads, Network Rail has revealed the most-struck railway bridges in the country as it urges lorry drivers and haulage operators to ‘Wise Up, Size Up’. This year, the Stonea Road bridge on the B1098 has the unflattering title of …
Anglia’s Bridges Take Brunt of Bashes in Top Ten List… Again! Read More »
Ely City WI’s November meeting was certainly filled to the brim. With Lorraine Jenkins from South East Cambridgeshire Badger Group delivering an informative talk how we can protect badgers; we were treated to some delightful footage as well as facts, figures and truths about these creatures. The main part of the meeting was the AGM …
Isabel Edgar has joined East Cambridgeshire District Council as its new Director of Operations. Isabel is the former Assistant Director of Corporate Improvement and Customer Services at Reading Borough Council where she was responsible for the Council’s Transformation and Efficiency Strategy, as well as oversight of frontline service delivery. In her new role at East Cambridgeshire District …
District Council appoints new Director of Operations Read More »
This past weekend, ladies from Ely City WI assembled to plant a selection of trees, courtesy of the Woodland Trust Community Trees Scheme. With wellies on, spades in hand and a whole heap of determination; members set to work in contributing to the late Queen Elizabeth’s Green Canopy Scheme. Originally created to mark the Platinum …
As part of a programme to mark a ‘Season of Safeguarding’, members of the public are being invited to show their support for victims of abuse by tying a ribbon onto an iron gate inside Ely Cathedral. In addition to the installation from 14th-18th November Ely Cathedral and the Diocese of Ely will be acknowledging …
An installation of ribbons at Ely Cathedral in support of victims of abuse Read More »
East Cambridgeshire District Council has agreed to invest £230,600 in three sports centres to help them pay for vital improvements. Ross Peers Sports Centre in Soham has received a Community Sports Fund grant of £179,500 towards the £228,000 cost of replacing the roof which leaks onto the sports hall floor. Littleport Leisure Centre has been …
Council grants help take sports centres to another level Read More »
10is Academy Ely head coach, reflects on an overall positive start to the 2022 Winter National league and Winter Cambs League. In the National League Division 1, the 10 and Under team created chances to push Cambridge LTC’s players to the limit but Cambridge had arguably the most experienced team and shut the opportunities down. …
Many people were out in force on Sunday 13th November to pay their respects at the Remembrance Sunday event in Ely and Ely City WI were honoured to be invited, once again, to participate in the parade. Our ladies paid tribute to those who gave for our today with a wreath that was laid at …
Meeting of minds and aspirations – our students discuss careers with businesses and post-16 providers Ely Cathedral opened its doors to over 800 secondary and primary school students from all over the District on November 8th. Over 60 local businesses, charities and post-16 providers from Further and Higher Education worked all day discussing career possibilities …
Saturday afternoon saw Ely Tigers travel across into Suffolk to play Thurston, again it was a much changed travelling squad of 18, with the return of Jacob Muncey, Chris McGarth, John Hunt and a senior debut for former Youth Team play player Dan Piper. Tigers applied pressure early on with a bright opening quarter of …
Ticket sales for this year’s Christmas Gift and Food Fair at Ely Cathedral have taken staff by surprise with some sessions already sold out. Following two years of uncertainty, cancellations and extra precautions due to Covid, this popular event is back with some exciting new developments. The Festive Village in the Cathedral grounds has expanded …
Christmas Gift and Food Fair Set to be a Sell Out! Read More »
Are you struggling to cope with the cost of living crisis? East Cambridgeshire District Council’s community bus will be on tour throughout the district next week to offer residents advice on housing, welfare benefits, debt and money, energy, consumer rights, work, family and health. As well as helping to make sure you are receiving benefits, grants …
Council’s Community Bus Offers Cost of Living Hope Read More »
Ely Tigers welcomed Cantabs to the Cambridge Commodities Park on Saturday afternoon, where a tight opening 15 minutes saw neither side get to grips with the game however it was Tigers that put the first points on the board, a penalty for offside 32 meters out gave Jake Alsop the chance for three points, the …
Around seventy girls are preparing to clean up the streets of Ely in Cambridgeshire to fundraise for this year’s BBC Children in Need and Girlguiding appeal. The sponsored ‘clean-up-athon’ will start at the cathedral, with the participants – who are all members of Girlguiding – then fanning out to cover different areas of the city …
The Trustees of Good Vibes Local, the Community Interest Company managing Spotted in Ely and Ely Radio have decided to support the local community by making available £1000 in grants to localcommunity groups. These will be in 10 amounts of £100. In order to apply for one of the grants of £100, submit, your group’s …
Councillors at East Cambridgeshire District Council have agreed they will not support Sunnica during a special hearing of the planning committee on Thursday (3rd November 2022.) The meeting which took place at Mandeville Hall in Burwell considered the installation of solar photovoltaic generating panels and electrical battery storage technology on Sunnica East and Sunnica West …
Councillors unanimously agree not to support Sunnica at Special Planning Meeting Read More »
Ely City’s WI did something they’re becoming a bit renowned for to mark Remembrance Day this year. A stunning display outside the old Courthouse and also on the railings of the Market Square features a countless number of handmade poppies to honour the fallen. The touching memorial is yet another offering from the group’s members …
Women’s Institute Make Poppies for Remembrance Day Read More »
Over a year ago Covid restrictions forced City of Ely Netball Club to shut down their popular Junior section, but now a small group of dedicated volunteer coaches have built a strong membership of 30 players, fielding 3 teams in the Cambridge District Netball League. Club Spokesperson Donna Clark said: “It was important to us …
We welcome all people in Ely to join us at the Cathedral on Sunday 13th November 2022 for a spectacular and very moving service, as well as a march through town, parade and Act of Remembrance in the Market Square. This year we are hoping to begin with the short march from The Porta Gate, down The Gallery …
This Christmas, 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 18th November, 10am-4pm. These markets will feature a wonderful selection of unique gifts and crafts to suit all budgets. Visitors will find …
A losing bonus point was all Ely Tigers had to show for their afternoon’s work at unbeaten league leaders, Saffron Walden, a changed 18 for Tigers meant players playing out of position. The home side laid down their marker for the game early on, it was a game of small margins, with Tigers unable to …
The ‘10is race’, a new internal event that carries ranking points, opened this weekend at 10is Academy Ely. The event involved junior and adult competitors in 8 different age categories playing matches to gain points in four competitions before fighting for the title. The new tournament was launch in September with the first Open on …
New tennis event launched this weekend at 10is Academy Read More »
Ely Tigers played host to Holt, with injuries still hampering the squad there was once again changes to the starting 15. One of those changes was the welcome return to Jake Alsop who had an early chance to put some points on the board with a penalty just inside the 22 meter line, but his …
Calling all eek!splorers: Put Your Courage to the Test on eek!citing Interactive Trails this Half Term at WWT Welney Wetland Centre Families can test their bravery as they explore the eek!citing and mysterious world of wetland nature this October half term at Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust WWT Welney Centre in Norfolk. From the feathered and …
Calling all eek!splorers: Half Term at WWT Welney Wetland Centre Read More »
Family play with a fun medieval twist from Found In Translation Theatre to perform in Ely this Autumn in collaboration Autism Anglia Found In Translation Theatre Company are visiting The Maltings, Ely Riverside on Thursday 20th October 2022 with Bring Back Chainmail on a tour of venues across East Anglia. This exciting new interactive play, …
Ely Tigers travelled to Suffolk to play Ipswich YM, where they endured a nervy last 15 minutes to hold on to take the 27-17 win, travelling with a much changed squad of 18 once again. The game started with neither side able to get a grip on the game, but Ely managed to get the …
Ely City WI have been very busy. Both new and existing members have been involved in lots of different activities, events and projects and it seems as though there’s no intention of slowing down! The past six months have flown by and have given members many opportunities to try something new, be involved in some …
Our local war memorials stand as silent sentinels carrying lists of names. But behind each of those names is a local person with their own unique life story. Forming part of the new temporary exhibition now on display at Ely Museum is the story and medals of three brothers from the Parker McGee family from …
Remembering the Stories Behind Ely’s War Memorials Read More »
Ely Radio, part of Good Vibes Local CIC (GVL), are proud to announce they are this year’s sponsor of Soham Town Rangers U14s. This week one of Good Vibes Local CIC Trustees, Matt Bradney, visited the team at their training session in Ely, to present them with a banner showing our support and to take a …
Train operator Greater Anglia has launched special Autumn ‘Hare Fares’ from just £10 return for a limited time. The new ‘Hare Fares’ offer passengers off-peak returns across the Greater Anglia network with three zones and three simple return prices: £10, £15 and £20, with children travelling for just £2 return each. There is no limit …
With a chill in the air and the evenings getting darker, Ely City WI were (trick or) treated to a fantastic talk on Ghostly Ely at their October meeting. Norah Gardner from the Tourist Information Centre gave a chillingly spooktacular insight into the eerie goings on in this area. With Medieval Monks, Wandering Witches, Spooky …
Landlords, property owners, businesses and community groups are being given the opportunity to apply for up to £20,000 worth of funding to improve the front of buildings or the general appearance of Ely city centre. The funds will come from a £100,000 pot East Cambridgeshire District Council has allocated from its Market Towns Programme fund. …
Council Approves £100,000 Capital Renewal Fund to Help Improve Ely City Centre Read More »
Ely Tigers travelled to Diss for a rearranged fixture from the opening day of the season, again the squad of 18 saw a number of changes due to injury and player unavailability which meant another shuffle around for the coaching staff. The game started with neither side able to take a foothold on the game, …
Isle of Ely Rowing Club would like to thank all our Ely neighbours for supporting us on Saturday at the Ely Apple Festival. By getting their “apple a day” (or two) from our bake stall and taking part in our Guess the Weight of the Cake competition, these supporters helped us raise almost £800! We …
Ely Tigers U14s team decided to set a summer challenge to keep fit, stay in contact as a team and to raise money for a local cause and for extra equipment for the team, and generations of Tigers going forward. The boys and coaches came up with the ‘Touring Tigers’ a 2881-mile coastal exercise challenge. …
Ely’s Touring Tigers Exercise their Way Round England to Support Ely’s Foodbank Read More »
A special Planning Committee meeting is to be held to consider East Cambridgeshire District Council’s official response to Sunnica. The meeting will take place on Thursday 3rd November at The Mandeville Hall, Burwell from 10.30am. The meeting will be open to the public (residents, parish councils, interested parties and action groups) and the developer. Those …
Special Planning Committee Meeting to be Held for Sunnica Read More »
The transformation of the interior of Ely’s St Mary’s Church is nearing completion. Specialist builders and engineers have worked for ten months inside the Grade 1 Listed building which dates back over 800 years. The floor has been levelled and a stone floor laid with underfloor heating. Secondary heating, new lighting and electrics have been …
Ely Community Events Team (ECET) are pleased to confirm details for the return of the annual fireworks evening at Cherry Hill, Ely, which will this year take place on Saturday 5th November. As before, admission will be from 4-30 onwards, with bonfire lit at 6-30 and the display itself to begin at 7 pm. This …
Ely Community Events Team Bring November 5th Fireworks Event Back to Cherry Hill Park Read More »
Spectacular food and flower displays, live animals, some equipment and farming stories will take centre stage inside Ely Cathedral at the annual Harvest Festival this weekend, 7th -9th October. Organised by the National Farmers Union, this family event brings together local organisations and agricultural businesses to showcase the best of farming including high quality produce grown …
East Cambridgeshire residents able to provide much-needed accommodation to people fleeing Ukraine are being urged to come forward. Many women and children have already been housed in the district – but more homes are needed as the crisis continues. East Cambridgeshire District Council is encouraging anyone who can offer a spare bedroom and some support …
East Cambs residents encouraged to help Ukrainians Read More »
Playing a unique role in providing our members with the chance to campaign on issues that matter to them and their communities, Ely City WI took to Jubilee Gardens to create a crocheted display to raise awareness on the issue of Modern Slavery. Modern slavery is something that can take on a number of forms …
Ely Tigers travelled across to Bury St Edmunds Saturday afternoon to play Bury 2’s with a much changed squad of 18 due to injury and player unavailability, aswell as Covid cases, a squad that changed again on Saturday morning. It was the home side that troubled the scoreboard first, winning a line out they moved …
Ely Tigers looked to build on last weeks win away at Southwold as they welcomed West Norfolk to the Cambridge Commodities Park, again there was changes to the starting 15, with Joel Scott Paul making a long awaited return following injury that ruled him out for the majority of the previous season. Tigers started the …
Ely Tigers welcomed West Norfolk to Cambridge Commodities Park Last Weekend Read More »
Good Vibes Local CIC, who operates Ely Radio, is led by a group of volunteers. This year we were successful in applying for a community grant to hold DJ workshops in the community. In June and July this year, Ely Radio was privileged to work with some Year 9 students from Highfield Littleport Academy. Colm, …
Highfield Littleport Academy – Musical Youth Project Read More »
Football fans are being warned that last trains will depart before the final whistle of some matches due to rail strikes called for the next two Saturdays – with another strike also planned for Wednesday next week. People travelling to London to take part in the London Marathon on Sunday 2nd October could also be …
Greater Anglia warns of disruption due to three Rail Strikes – on 1, 5 & 8 October Read More »
On Wednesday 21st September, Ely College welcomed representatives from both Oxford and Cambridge University Boat Clubs and The Boat Race Company (BRCL) for a day of workshops, competitive training exercises and inspiring conversation. The College, which is part of Meridian Trust, prides itself on extending the boundaries of learning. Principal of Ely College, Simon Warburton …
Cambridge and Oxford Boat Race Athletes Visit Ely College to Inspire Students Read More »
A team of 40 swimmers attended the Newmarket September Swim Meet on Sunday 25th September achieving impressive results with numerous medals and personal best times across the team. The superb swimming saw Ely placed as the Top visiting team and our Junior Club Captain Jacob Schultz was also top boy at the competition. Special mention …
Fantastic First Competition of the Season for City of Ely Amateur Swimming Club Read More »
The Masquerade Ball was organised by Felicity Reynolds and Jenni Homent in aid of Alzheimer’s Research UK and JDRF – Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation Ltd Held at Ely City Football Club on the 17th September 2022. The night was a great success raising nearly £2k! The dinner and dance included food served by the wonderful …
The Mask-querade Ball Raises 2k for Alzheimer’s Research UK and JDRF Diabetes Charities Read More »
Now in our third year, help The Stained Glass Museum and Babylon ARTS make Ely Window Wanderland 2022 our best yet! Following the successes of Window Wanderland in Ely over the last few years, The Stained Glass Museum and Babylon ARTS have teamed up again to encourage Ely residents to transform Ely’s streets by making …
Greater Anglia is advising rail passengers, including football fans and people travelling to work and school or college, to avoid travelling by train on Saturday 1st and Wednesday 5th October as national rail strikes are set to cause widespread disruption. People travelling to the London Marathon on Sunday 2nd October will also be affected, as …
Visit Ely are thrilled to announce that the beloved “Apple Day” is returning for the 22nd year in 2022. October 8th will see many stalls including Street food, cider, hand crafted delights, apple crumbles, pies and more! Taking place on the iconic Palace Green from 10am, this free festival of fun and flavours celebrates the …
Peel Away the Autumnal Blues at Ely’s Apple and Harvest Fayre Read More »
A much loved Animal Service will be returning to Ely Cathedral next Sunday, 25th September, after a break of three years. For over 30 years, the Cathedral has hosted this event in aid of local and national animal charities. In previous years they have welcomed many types of animals and pets including cats, dogs, ferrets, …
Ely Tigers made their longest away journey of the season when then travelled to Southwold last Saturday. Forced into changes due to player availability meaning some players would be playing off position, the game saw a league debut for Aaron Borland, and the return to the pack for Eli Williamson. The game didn’t start well …
Highfield Ely Academy is a Special School in Ely, Cambridgeshire. It has 135 learners aged between 2-25 with a very wide range of learning needs and disabilities. The creation of Muddyboots Farm began in early 2022, when the school introduced rabbits and guinea pigs. Some older students work towards qualifications in Animal Care as part …
Highfield Ely Academy Fundraising for a new Pond at Muddy Boots Farm Read More »
On Monday 19th September, Ely Cathedral will be screening the live broadcast of the funeral of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. As the funeral officially begins at 11am, the Cathedral will start their live coverage from 10.30am until about 1.00pm which is the point Her Majesty’s coffin reaches Wellington Arch to make the final journey …
On the 30th August The City of Ely Mayor Cllr Richard Morgan presented prizes to the winners of our Young Persons Photography Competition. We would like to thank all who took part. The prize winners were presented with photography books. The winners were Noah aged 12 and Lily aged 6, Congratulations to them both. Cllr …
City of Ely Council Announces Photography Competition Winners Read More »
TERRY-IFIC! Ely favourites Terry Gauci and Terry Burns returns to this greatest fairy tale of them all – Cinderella KD Theatre Productions is pleased to announce the cast for the year’s special 10th anniversary pantomime, Cinderella. Like Birds of a feather returning Ely favourites, Terry Gauci and Terry Burns star as Sharon and Tracey. They will be joined by Hope Thompson (Wizard of Oz) as …
Cast Announced for Ely’s 10th Anniversary Pantomime Cinderella! Read More »
Ely rail station is now more accessible following the completion of redevelopment work. Greater Anglia has spent £1.7 million to reconfigure and upgrade the station buildings on platform 1 to create an improved layout and better facilities for passengers. Work started in the spring to relocate the ticket office and create a new waiting room …
Well, not just the 21st night but all 30 of them! September is a wonderful month; for many it marks the start of the scholastic year (remember breaking in your new shoes or covering your books, sorting out your papers and pencils?); for others it is a month of maturity and harvest with the last of …
A student at Highfield Littleport Academy has secured a maths GCSE, making him the first student from the area special school to have ever achieved this. The academy, which is part of The Active Learning Trust (ALT), is an area special school co-located with Littleport and East Cambs Academy (LECA), providing education for pupils aged …
Immense pride at Highfield Littleport Academy after first student achieves maths GCSE Read More »
The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) has written to the Prime Minister, Chancellor of the Exchequer and both leadership candidates for the Conservative Party proposing a comprehensive five-point plan to provide vital support to UK businesses. The BCC five-point plan to support businesses includes the following measures: Ofgem to be given more power to strengthen …
Government is Running Out of Time to Support Businesses in Urgent Need Read More »
Specialist Warm Hubs will be operated from community buildings across East Cambridgeshire to support vulnerable and isolated people, as well as those on lower incomes this winter. East Cambridgeshire District Council, in partnership with South Cambs District Council, has appointed Cambridgeshire Acre to deliver the hubs as part of a basket of measures to address …
Warm hubs to help ease burden of cost of living crisis Read More »
Ely based Almost Angels Tattoo Family will be taking part in a charity Skydive to raise valuable funds for Alzheimer’s Research U.K. this weekend. These group of daredevils (well Angels!) will be diving out of a plane in a group Skydive at 10,000 feet and let’s hope for a clear day! It is a charity …
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Tom’s Midnight Garden, Philippa Pearce’s classic tale of the boy who wakes up to a world of adventure when a mysterious grandfather clock strikes 13, has been a favourite of readers since it was first published over half a century ago. Now, told for the first time through ballet, the story will be performed at …
Outdoor dance company to bring ballet magic to Ely this September Read More »