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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 …
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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 …
Almost Angels Sky Diving for Alzheimer’s Research Read More »
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 »
A local Dad has turned to running to help him deal with the loss of his daughter, Mia, who was stillborn in September 2011. Martin and his wife Hema tragically lost their daughter who was eight days overdue following a normal low risk pregnancy. “We’d heard Mia’s heartbeat just a few hours before labour started …
The Ely Tri Club Runfest is a festival of running created for those who like a choice of distances ranging from 10k to 66k. Starting and finishing at the iconic 11th century Cathedral, the races take in more of the beautiful historic city of Ely before heading into the Cambridgeshire countryside. Most of the course …
GCSE students at King’s Ely have displayed vigour and adaptability in abundance, resulting in a quarter of grades achieved being the maximum 9. This year’s GCSE examinations were marked by external assessors for the first time since 2019. The percentage of Grade 9s, which is equivalent to higher than an A*, achieved by Year 11 …
Staff and students at Ely College are celebrating another set of impressive GCSE results. Simon Warburton, Principal of Ely College, said: “These really are an exceptional set of results for an exceptional year group. Today marks the end of compulsory schooling for our 196 Year 11 students who, when the COVID pandemic struck, were just one …
After a 3 year gap since our last such show the Ely Guild of Woodturners is hosting its annual “Art in Wood” Exhibition and sale from 27th – 29th August in The Coach House at The Lamb Hotel, Ely, CB7 4EJ. Entrance is free, so do pop in and see what it’s all about. Our …
Ely Guild of Woodturners – Art in Wood Exhibition Read More »
East Cambridgeshire District Council has confirmed there is enough land available on which to meet the district’s housing development requirements for the next seven years. Government policy requires the Council to demonstrate it can meet the future demand for housing. Specifically, it needs to prove it has five years’ worth of supply of land, and …
Council Confirms Sufficient Land Supply for Next Seven Years Read More »
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. The Baby Bank at Fordham which was established three years ago to collect baby goods to …
Determination, attention to detail and consistently working hard has paid dividends for A-Level students at King’s Ely, with almost half of all grades achieved being A* to A this year. Of the 94 students in King’s Ely’s Year 13 cohort, 29 pupils have achieved all A* and A grades in their subjects and 56 students …
Diligent King’s Ely students achieve excellent A-Level results Read More »
Students and staff at Bishop Laney Sixth Form have secured a fantastic set of Post-16 results this year. Adam Steels, Head of Bishop Laney Sixth Form, said: “I want to congratulate all our students for their excellent achievements today. Over the last two years, they have overcome many challenges that were beyond their control. The …
Bishop Laney Sixth Form Celebrates Students’ Post-16 Success Read More »
Britain’s best-selling cat magazine brand has donated £1,500 to a fundraiser to create a lasting memorial to Garfy — an iconic cat from Ely. Your Cat has launched Good Causes, a new initiative that pledges at least 30% of subscription proceeds go to community cat projects in the UK — and its first ever donation …
Your Cat Good Causes Funds Statue of Ely’s Most Famous Cat Read More »
As the cost of living soars, and household budgets are squeezed, the museum is delighted to be providing these packs, filled with fun, to the foodbank. Ely Museum is continuing, for the third summer, to share the creative fun, and our love of the fens, with children across East Cambridgeshire with our creative ‘Museum From …
Congratulations to Corporal Jay Carter from 1094 Squadron City of Ely Air Cadets who on Saturday 13th August flew solo for the first time in an RAF Viking T1 glider. Jay completed an intensive and challenging week long solo gliding scholarship course at 644 Volunteer Gliding Squadron at RAF Syerston by flying solo taking off …
More than a hundred children enjoyed two weeks of fun tennis training at 10is Academy’s summer camps at King’s Ely. Youngsters aged between 4 and 15 years old took part in a range of tennis activities throughout the fully booked sessions. It has been a chance for both current members and non-members to get active during …
10is Academy Summer Camp Offers Campers with Disabilities a Summer of Fun Read More »
The victorious trend continues, as the club’s Mixed Doubles, Super Seniors and Women’s Teams all record important victories. Most recently the Ely Women’s Super Seniors team opened their account with a thrilling and comprehensive 5-1 victory against Milton in the Cambs Super Senior’s League, and the Men’s Super Seniors managed a draw in a very …
After a three-year gap Ely Brick Show returns on Saturday 3rd September 2022 at the Hayward Theatre Ely. Ely Brick Show was created by father and child duo Duncan and Kayla, who sought to bring the magic of Lego shows to Ely. This is its third year – the first year was hugely popular and raised £1500 …
East Cambridgeshire District Council is encouraging businesses with surplus laptops and tablets to consider donating them to a new campaign set up to help Ukrainian families. The Council has been working with organisations, charities and residents to help Ukrainian guests settle into the district. Many people who arrive here have often had to leave Ukraine …
Businesses Asked to Donate Surplus Tech to Help Ukrainians Read More »
East Cambridgeshire District Council has submitted a £6.3 million Levelling Up Fund bid designed to help Littleport’s growing population live, work and thrive sustainably in the town. If successful, the Council’s bid will support the creation of 270 new jobs and inject £19 million into the town’s economy. It will also support the development of …
£6.3 million Levelling Up Fund bid for Littleport Read More »
Look out for former King’s Ely student (Old Elean), Rebecca Daniel, at the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games! Rebecca, aged 21, has been selected for the Hockey Wales Women’s Team after impressing coaches at the Women’s Junior World Cup, held in South Africa. On July 16th, Rebecca also played for Hockey Wales Women against South Africa. …
Old Elean, Rebecca, to Represent Hockey Wales at 2022 Commonwealth Games Read More »
Learn more about the process of making elegant hats and have a go yourself as part of Ely Museum’s programme of events during the ‘Hold On To Your Hat!’ exhibition. The fabulous summer of hats continues at Ely Museum! Have you ever looked at a fascinator in a shop and thought, ‘I quite like this, …
Create Your Very Own Hat at Ely Museum this Summer Read More »
The exhibition is the vision of the versatile artist, Corinne Eagling. She has brought together 22 local ceramicists, artists and crafters to reveal a treasure trove of beautiful and original artwork. Whether you live in Wicken, the surrounding villages or even further afield*, the Creatives Together team will welcome you to the exhibition, which is all …
Discover the Creatives Together Exhibition in Wicken Read More »
An initiative which enables Sixth Form students at King’s Ely to join forces with a professional in a field that they are keen to pursue at University is growing from strength to strength. King’s Ely’s ‘Mentor Match Programme’ has been running for several years now. However a recent campaign to involve a larger number of …
King’s Ely Sixth Form Students Reap Benefits of Mentor Match Programme Read More »
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. It is still encouraging applications …
Plans to attract wildlife and increase biodiversity have led to East Cambridgeshire District Council recording its first-ever Pyramidal Orchid. The spectacular plant – which has brightly coloured pinky-purple flowers in the shape of a pyramid – has been spotted in one of the areas in Ely being carefully managed by the Council. This involves leaving …
Pyramidal Orchid Spotted on Council Managed Land Read More »
A local primary school is saying goodbye and thank you to their long-standing head teacher who is retiring this week. Liz Bassett joined Ely St John’s Primary school in Ely in January 2012, having previously been the Head Teacher of Fen Ditton Primary school from 2007. Liz began her teaching career in 1988 and Cllr …
Retiring Headteacher Ely St Johns Primary School Read More »
Looking for things to entertain the family this summer holidays? Have a look at all the great things on offer at Ely Museum. From craft workshops to dressing up, Victorian fun to marvellous mosaics, there’s loads of family fun to be had at Ely Museum. Family tickets cost just £12 and you can visit as …
A £2million Growth and Infrastructure Fund to support sustainable projects that improve the quality of life for residents has been launched by East Cambridgeshire District Council. Organisations, clubs or councils that want to deliver a project have until 7th October 2022 to bid for the funds which can be spent on infrastructure that assists, promotes, …
Council Launches £2million Fund to Support Growth in East Cambridgeshire Read More »
Last week Cadet Sergeant Polly Nickless of 1094 City of Ely Squadron Air Training Corps attended Royal Air Force College Cranwell to participate in the prestigious Air Cadet Leadership Course (ACLC). This week-long residential course is one of the most challenging and demanding courses that Air Cadets from the ATC and Combined Cadet Force can …
East Cambridgeshire District Council has pledged to continue to work hard to secure the best outcomes for residents. The latest version of its Corporate Plan, which sets out its priorities for 2022/23, includes a focus on delivering sustainable transport schemes, community-led housing and environmental outcomes. Providing the means for active travel is a top priority. Last …
Council Pledges to Deliver Best Deal for Residents Read More »
Speedy King’s Ely pupil, Oliver Loveday, sprinted his way to victory at the National Preparatory Schools’ Athletics Championships. Oliver, who is in Year 8 at King’s Ely Junior, joined top athletes from prep schools across the UK to compete in the Championships, which were held at The Pingles Stadium in Nuneaton on July 4th. Oliver, …
Health experts are urging people to prepare for extreme heat on Monday and Tuesday with a level 4 red warning in place for Cambridgeshire and Peterborough. The exceptionally hot temperatures mean that overnight temperatures may not fall below 20 Celsius in some locations, especially cities and larger towns. Cambridge currently holds the UK’s record high temperature …
Level 4 warning of extreme heat for Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Read More »
Students from Ely College have had their day in court thanks to a new initiative being “trialed” by the East Cambridgeshire Community Safety Partnership. The light-hearted awareness-raising event at the former Ely Magistrates’ Court used role play to talk about serious issues such as knife-crime and county lines. It also gave young people the opportunity …
Historic hats from work and play are on display in our brand new ‘Hold On To Your Hat!’ exhibition at Ely Museum. Fun for the whole family at Ely Museum this summer, with the Hold On To Your Hat! Exhibition running from 16th July to 18th September 2022. Alongside a fantastic range of historic hats from work and …
Put a Feather in Your Cap at Ely Museum this Summer Read More »
From Friday 17th June to Friday 1st July, the city of Ely was host to a jam-packed programme of arts events and activities for all ages, including live music, crafts, theatre and art, as part of the annual Ely Arts Festival. Organisers were delighted to welcome an estimated 5000 people to festival events and activities …
Launching a climate café, reducing paper use and delivering 24 electric charging points all feature in East Cambridgeshire District Council’s latest Environmental Action Plan. Every year the District Council sets itself 20 challenging actions to help it achieve its goal to become net carbon zero by 2040. The latest action plan, which can be downloaded here, …
A sporting week played out in Ely against a background of sunshine and Wimbledon fever. 10is Academy was chasing the quadruple. With the Men 1 and the 14U girls having already won the National League Division 2, the attention was turned toward the Cambridgeshire leagues with the Ladies 1 and the Men 1 ready to …
10is Academy Ely’s Big Party as the Quadruple is Assured and SW19 is Coming to Ely Read More »
A new club, Ely Elites, part of Safe Soulmates, a friendship organisation which runs social events throughout Cambridgeshire, is now running in Ely. It is an evening club, running from 7pm to 8.30pm open to the additional needs community to encourage those who would like a safe space to meet once a month, to come along …
Ely Elites in Ely Open to All Adults with Additional Needs Read More »
A traditional afternoon tea in the garden of the Bishop of Ely’s house in the shadow of the cathedral was “just perfect” said one of the invited guests. For the past 12 years a team of volunteers, with the support of Ely Cathedral, has organised a community traditional Christmas Day lunch for those in need …
Ely Community Lunches Team Serves Teatime Treats Read More »
Businesses that experienced a downturn in trade as a result of the Covid pandemic but missed out on earlier grants or subsidies are being given a final opportunity to apply for a double discount on their business rates. East Cambridgeshire District Council believes more than 500 businesses across the district have yet to apply for …
Soham’s annual Beer and Music Festival kicks off tonight with free entry at 5pm All profits are in aid of local charities, EACH, Soham Rotary’s Ukraine Appeal and Soham Community fund. Please stop by enjoy the bands and sample the excellent range of over 20 draught craft beers and 10 craft ciders. There will be …
Jubilee themed craft bombs, bottle stalls, litter picking, diners club, making floral centrepieces and coffee meet ups; not to mention the monthly meetings with an array of activities and speakers. Just some of the varied events and projects that Ely City WI host and lead upon. We are a fun and friendly WI group that …
The forecast currently looks very good, so come and join the fun at Ely Tennis Club! We are offering the excitement of some fun games of tennis (suitable for kids and adults and all levels of players) including a thrilling exhibition match with our collection of vintage wooden rackets and tennis whites. As well as …
Ely Tennis Club is Hosting its Very Own Wimbledon Finals Day Event on Sunday 10th July Read More »
East Cambridgeshire District Council and Grovemere Property Limited have stepped in to provide urgent funds for a much loved Ely bus service at imminent risk of collapse. The Ely Zipper, which is commissioned by the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority (CPCA), has been providing an hourly service between Ely, Witcham, Haddenham, Wilburton, Stretham and Little …
Ely Cathedral’s traveller reviews lands it a place among travellers’ favourites and is rated amongst the top ten percent of attractions worldwide. Every year, Tripadvisor celebrates attractions that consistently deliver amazing experiences with a Travellers’ Choice Award—and this year Ely Cathedral is named amongst them as well as being acknowledged as one of the top …
Ely Cathedral Wins 2022 Travellers’ Choice Award by Tripadvisor Read More »
On Sunday, 1094 Ely Squadron were back out in the community for the second week in a row. This week the Squadron’s Civilian Committee were fund raising to support the cadets at Ely Aquafest by raising a fantastic £446.00 on the Tombola tables full of prizes donated by the Cadet’s parents. The cadets were extremely …
Ely Tennis Club’s Ladies 1 needed at least a draw to win the Cambs 2022 LTA Dunlop Summer League division 5 outright but they closed the season out in style, beating Cambridge based Cocks and Hens 8-0. A maximum possible total of 14 points, 7 match wins out of 7 and an impressive 46 sets …
Game, Set, Match and Promotions for Ely Tennis Club’s Ladies 1st Team and Men’s 2nd Team Read More »
On Saturday 25th June, 2 years later than planned due to Covid, the Garfield Memorial Pen was opened at Cats Protection, Little Ouse. This is where cats are fostered before going onto their new lives. After Ely’s most famous cat passed away three years ago it was decided to have a pen named in his …
Tribute to Mr Sainsbury’s at Ely Cats Protection Read More »
On Wednesday 29th July, a new exhibition: You Live in a Paradise of Your Own Creation by Harland Viney launched at the Babylon Gallery, Ely. The exhibition’s curator Nancy J Clemance worked at Babylon Gallery from 2004 to 2008. She then moved to Dorset and met artist Harland Viney, quickly becoming friends and collaborators. After …
The session proved so popular that coach Matt found ways of including more attendees than were originally expected so that nobody missed out! The lucky boys and girls were treated to a series of games and activities that were inspired by the cheeky yellow characters from the Universal Pictures movie series, and the idea proved …
Yesterday, (28th June) saw the final release of hand-raised black-tailed godwits as part of an emergency intervention which has thrown the critically endangered wetland bird a lifeline and helped increase its chances of survival. With this latest release – the last of the project – over 200 headstarted birds will have been released onto the …
Critically Endangered Black-Tailed Godwits Thrown Lifeline in the Fens Read More »
Haddenham Beer Festival is running from the 1st to the 3rd July at The Recreation Ground, Hop Row, Haddenham. CB6 3SR. It will feature live music from great bands such as Max Headroom, Special Groove, The Routine and many more! Our headline bands are So 80’s on Friday and Scooted n Booted on Saturday. We …
Ely Museum has been shortlisted for the Kids in Museums Family Friendly Museum Award, it was announced today. Charity, Kids in Museums, has run a prestigious annual award for 16 years, recognising the most family friendly heritage sites in the UK. It is the only museum award to be judged by families. From late March …
Ely Museum Shortlisted for National Family Friendly Museum Award Read More »
Over 20 film costumes from the world of movies to be exhibited in Ely Cathedral this summer. Following the success of Crowns and Gowns I, this follow up exhibition showcases even more fabulous costumes and jewels from major movies and TV, filmed on location in some of the UK’s most notable Cathedrals. This visually exciting …
The City of Ely RBL and Visit Ely ran the Inaugural Armed Forces Day event on Sunday 26th June on Palace Green. Participants included; 1094 (City of Ely) Air Training Corps with a great display of their outstanding work with their cadets, ejection seat and a 1969 Land Rover. Cambridgeshire and Suffolk RBL riders branches …
Just ten days to the opening of Ely Folk Festival 2022 at its new home on Stuntney Estate south of Ely. Festival spokesperson Fionnuala Lennon said ‘We’re rolling up our sleeves now to get the new site ready for our first visitors on 8th July. The new festival site will provide a wonderful green backdrop …
In their first year as a tennis club in Ely, the 10is Academy teams are flying high and are still chasing the quadruple. On Wednesday, the 10is Academy men’s 1st team took another step toward the Cambridgeshire League promotion and title in Division 10. The 10is Academy’s Men 1 visited local rival Ely TC 3 …
In its 20th Anniversary year, Witchford Colts FC became the first grassroots club in Cambridgeshire to become a Partner of Her Game Too, the voluntary organisation fighting sexist abuse in football. One of Witchford’s coaches, Emma Smith, is also the Ambassador for Her Game Too at Cambridge United FC. “I was so pleased at the …
Anyone who rents privately in East Cambridgeshire is being asked for their views on how the Council should address unsafe and substandard housing in the district. The supply of good quality, affordable, privately rented accommodation is vital for the welfare of tenants, and to meet housing need. East Cambridgeshire District Council is seeking the views …
Council Seeks Views on Policy to Address Unsafe Housing Read More »
Pupils and staff at Lantern Community Primary School, part of Meridian Trust, are celebrating achieving the School Games Bronze Mark Award, for their commitment to physical and sporting activities. Launched in 2012, the School Games Mark is a government-led award scheme, facilitated by the Youth Sport Trust to reward and recognise the school’s engagement (provision …
Lantern Community Primary School Receives Prestigious School Games Mark Award Read More »
Blessing Smith and Christy Buckingham picked the perfect spot to meet for a day in Ely on Monday. The mother and daughter from Ely sat admiring the wildflowers packed into the new seating area at Newnham Street Car Park with three-month-old Elora-Sunshine. They are pictured chatting to Councillor Bill Hunt, assets champion at East Cambridgeshire …
Car Park Makeover Benefits Residents, Visitors and Bees Read More »
Suffolk Philharmonic Orchestra to play a glorious all-Mendelssohn concert in Ely Cathedral One of East Anglia’s leading professional orchestras, the Suffolk Philharmonic Orchestra, is to venture out of its own county for the first time to play a concert of some of the most loved music in the repertoire as part of the 2022 Ely …
The journey to net zero by 2040 and a vision of a landscape thriving with wildlife are on track thanks to a year of action by East Cambridgeshire District Council. Figures published this month show the Council has already started to make cuts to its own carbon emissions, with a massive 76 less tonnes of …
Council’s Carbon Emissions Down, Tree Planting Up Read More »
Greater Anglia is advising people to only travel if absolutely necessary and expect severe disruption as national rail strikes – should they go ahead – are set to heavily reduce train services next week The RMT union is holding three 24-hour strikes on Tuesday 21st, Thursday 23rd and Saturday 25th June, with members of the …
Greater Anglia Warns of “Severe Disruption ” Due to Industrial Action Read More »
We are back! Rotary Aquafest on Sunday 3rd July. It’s been a long time! Come and join us. We have the usual river events including the annual raft race, entertainment from local groups and bands, including Isle ‘Ave a Shanty and plenty of lovely stalls and of course the fun fair. The events take place …
East Cambridgeshire District Council has apologised to residents and is assuring them measures have been put in place to address the issues relating to missed waste collections. A national shortage of HGV drivers combined with unforeseen staff absences has meant there has been a recent increase in the number of missed collections. Last week, East …
District Council Lays Out Plans for Waste Improvements Read More »
You can join with nature experts, wildlife charities and some very special Fenland characters from the past in Haddenham, Rampton and Over this summer. Across three dedicated dates and locations, experts will be on hand to help people of all ages to discover the wildlife living in the local area. With tailor made talks, table …
Unique Wildlife Event Days in Haddenham, Rampton and Over Read More »
Following the success of April’s litter pick after the Great British Spring Clean Ely City WI “jumped to the left and stepped to the right” to do the litter pick again! It’s clear to see that Ely City WI are striding ahead and most definitely not in a ‘time warp’! With the help of equipment …
A major milestone has been reached in the transformation of Ely’s St Mary’s Parish Church to make the medieval building fit for the 21st century. The project has attracted support from local and national charities, including £100,000 from the Amey Community Fund, but the major contribution, a staggering £388,000, has come from church members and …
The Ely Arts Festival voluntary committee are making the final preparations for the Ely Arts Festival 2022 programme, which runs from Friday 17th June to Friday 1st July. It includes a variety of events for everyone to enjoy. Highlights include professional theatre company Impromptu Shakespeare, who present an improvised Shakespeare play in The Maltings on …
On Tuesday 31st May, the East Anglia Stitch Textiles (EAST) group launched their exhibition of works at the Babylon Gallery in Ely. The exhibition explores the ‘Power of Stitch’, pursuing their own areas of interest, with a deliberate focus on stitch to interpret their creative journey. Two years in the making, the group have been …
Local Textile Group Explore the ‘Power of Stitch’ in Exhibition at Ely Riverside Gallery Read More »
On the morning of Sunday 5th June, Ely’s annual Eel Parade took place, led by a new 12m long carnival eel named ‘Eel-izabeth’ to mark the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. The rain subsided just as the Eel Parade started from Ely Cathedral at 10.30am and wiggled its way down the High Street and Forehill to the …
‘Eel-izabeth’ paraded through Ely High Street to commemorate Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Read More »
A Teacher at King’s Ely has been crowned a winner in this year’s Pearson National Teaching Awards. Esmeralda Salgado, who is Head of Modern Foreign Languages (MFL) at King’s Ely, has won Silver in the prestigious award scheme’s ‘Teacher of the Year in a Secondary School’ category. Esmeralda, who joined King’s Ely in 2009 and …
Passionate King’s Ely Teacher Recognised with National Award Read More »
The much-publicised Jubilee Big Band Show with Opus 17 in Isleham on Saturday proved a great success for St Andrew’s church funds, with over 120 tickets sold after limiting the number due to the need for dancing space. It was a superb programme, some of it unplanned, and leading to the rafters being lifted to …
A private fundraiser has just been launched to create a bronze sculpture as a permanent memorial for Garfield, known as ‘Ely’s most famous cat.’ The ginger tom, commonly known as Garfy, was a local celebrity who regularly featured in the local press for his various antics, as well as being the star of two books. …
2022 sees the return of not one, but two fabulous Art Unequalled events with a different mix of some of the best Artists and Crafts people that the UK has to offer at each. The first event, taking place on 11th and 12th June, will be a highlight of the attractions in Ely this summer. …
Bright, spring sunshine greeted the 84 athletes and two teams who took part in the Ely Tri Club 115 Squadron Duathlon on Sunday 8th May. The race started and finished on Lancaster Way next to the Apex Coffee House, heading out onto Witchford’s disused WW2 airfield for a 5K run before transitioning to a bike …
Ely Duathlon Tests Runners, Cyclists and Triathletes Read More »
The VCAEC, Helping Hands gardening team were lucky enough to gain £1,500 worth of funding from Redrow Home Construction. This incredibly kind donation has enabled the purchase of a sizeable garden shredder. VCAEC CEO Mark Goldsack said: “We are extremely grateful to the support received from Redrow and thank them for recognising the incredible work …
An amazing lady who would do anything to help residents, members and staff, was how Members at East Cambridgeshire District Council unanimously described Jo Brooks at its annual meeting. The Director of Operations retired to a standing ovation from all Members as they celebrated her work at the Council over the past 10 years. Her legacy …
The county’s largest-ever tree maze has been officially opened at Ely Country Park to celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. Designed by Bottisham school pupil Toby Milner, aged 14, the intricate walkways have been planted up with more than 5000 native hornbeam saplings. A junior maze, aimed at younger children, has also been planted using the …
County’s Largest Ever Tree Maze Officially Opened Read More »
Ely Cathedral will be celebrating the Platinum Jubilee weekend in style by exhibiting the official replica of her HM The Queen’s Coronation dress, which was commissioned by Harrods in 2012 to celebrate the Diamond Jubilee. The dress is an exact copy of the original, was famously worn by Claire Foy at Ely Cathedral for the …
Ely Arts Festival is on the look-out for local people who love drawing, have a passion for photography or are potty about painting to take part in the Picture Ely Art Challenge. #PictureEly is a free event taking place on Sunday 19th June, 10am to 3pm at Ely Market Square. The brief is to sketch, …
It’s been another successful week for 10iS Academy (pronounced ‘Tennis Academy’) The week started with a 7-1 win for the Women 1st team away at Cottenham in the Cambridgeshire league. Captain Ling Ling and Giulia winning 4 sets while young Ciara (14) paired with Mutsuko won 3 sets. The win means the team is now …
10iS Academy Jubilant After the 14U Girls win in the National League Read More »
On Sunday 29th May swimmers from City of Ely ASC attended the March Marlins Fenland Open Sprint Meet and had a very successful time winning 9 Gold, 6 Silver, 4 Bronze medals and achieving 54 Personal Best Times. Excellent swims by Megan Clarke and Daniel Kendall helped them to achieve the Top 13 year old …
Superb Swimming at the Fenland Open By City of Ely ASC Swimmers Read More »
Gimme Something is the debut single from Cambridgeshire band Max Headroom. A song about anyone who’s trying to make their way in the world. We all make bad decisions, we all get jealous we all need someone to “Gimme Something” to get us through. With a barnstorming riff, a guitar sound that slaps you in …
‘Gimme Something’ is the Debut Single from Local Band Max Headroom Read More »
This popular Music Festival, set at the Mad Hatters Campsite just outside of Ely will run from 1st – 3rd July 2022. Music will be in plentiful supply, with more than 20 Bands performing over two stages throughout the Festival, and a Neon DJ event on the Friday night. The event is family friendly, with …
The Mad Hatters Music Festival Returns for its Second Year Read More »