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Eel throwing competition

10 years of fenland jam

Friday 24th April 2016Issue 10

WHATS ON

Mayor Celebrates Queens 90th as Last Public Act

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Contents

Friday 24th April 2016

FEATURES

Queens Birthday

Cambridge Utd Supports Volunteering

Fenland Jam Celebrates 10 Years

OWLP News

Poppy Appeal

Editor: Mark Cooney [email protected] 07778576470

Events: Alison Powell [email protected] 07816085258

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WHAT’S ON

exhibitionscinema listingsely markets

ACT New Charity Partnership

Eel Throwing

Lucy Frazer's MP Letter to Ely

Aldreth Village Fair

Babylon Cinema Listings

her majestys 90th

features

Queens Birthday Celebrations in Ely

Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II was 90 yesterday and Ely celebrated it in its own unique way.

Over 200 people attended the Market Place along with Ely's Mayor, Cllr Lis Every and other dignitaries from the area.

The Cathedral got involved by turning the Octogon tower from its usually evening white colour to that of Red, White & Blue and will be doing so until after it's Evensong for the Queen on Sunday evening.

Local Girlguides atteneded along with many families to hear the Ely Military Band play classics such as Rule Britania and Land of Hope & Glory and many more to which the standing audience enjoyed.

Her Majesty spent the day at Windsor with family and celebrated the day with a walk to celebrate the 63 nations of the commonwealth followed by the lighting of the beacons.

Charity of the year partnership

announced! Addenbrooke’s Charitable Trust (ACT) is delighted to announce the launch of a new partnership in the year Addenbrooke’s Hospital, Cambridge, is celebrating its 250th anniversary.

Mick George Limited, one of the leading suppliers to the construction industry in East Anglia and the East Midlands, is partnering with ACT to improve the experience for patients and their loved ones whilst being treating at Addenbrooke’s and the Rosie hospitals.

Mick George Limited has set a target in excess of £100,000 to be achieved through a variety of carefully scheduled fundraising campaigns throughout the year, starting with a charity football match on Sunday April 24.

Later in the year, Mick George Limited will be raising vital funds through an exciting football tournament when they will be inviting local businesses and communities to participate. They will also be donating money from online orders through their website and supporting the recently launched Addenbrooke’s Charity Lottery.

To help celebrate the momentous occasion of the hospital’s 250th anniversary, the company is also challenging each of its employees to use their entrepreneurial spirit to raise £250 each for the cause as well as completing a ‘Tour De Mick’ 250 mile relay cycle ride for between their various operating sites.

Jon Stump, Finance Director at Mick George Limited said: “The hospital has earned the reputation of being among the world’s best academic healthcare organisations and Mick George Limited are tremendously proud to be working in partnership

with such a prestigious charity. The fantastic work the hospital does to help improve the health of its patients isn’t possible without the appropriate resource to fund its clinical research programme, innovative technologies and specialist staff made possible by ACT. We hope the quality service in which the hospital prides itself on will continue to improve with our assistance”

Carla Brown, Corporate Fundraising Manager at Addenbrooke’s Charitable Trust said: “Everyone at ACT is over the moon to be embarking on a partnership with the team at Mick George Limited. We are so pleased that they have chosen to support the work of Addenbrooke’s and the Rosie hospitals and dedicate commitment to the thousands of patients that are treated at the hospitals every year, not to mention their family and friends. It is well known that the company are focused on giving back to the community and we are excited about strengthening and developing this endeavour in the future with a variety of fundraising activities.’’

For more information on corporate giving in support of Addenbrooke’s and the Rosie hospitals contact Carla Brown, Corporate Fundraising Manager at ACT on 01223 348531 or [email protected].

fenland jam

FENLAND JAM 10th ANNIVERSARYFenland Jam is a community group set up to support musicians.

All ages, styles and abilities are welcome and it is a chance to socialise with other musicians, try out songs or form a band. All drums, amps, PA and guitars are provided and people are always on hand to give advice, encouragement and impromptu lessons.

2016 marks Fenland Jam’s tenth anniversary as a constituted group. The group was founded by Steve Mingay MBE. Steve has worked closely with ADEC (Arts Development in East Cambridgeshire) and numerous invaluable volunteers to enable Fenland Jam to have a consistent presence in Ely since it was founded.

Since 2007, Fenland Jam have staged over 200 Jams and concerts in over 30 locations including, Wicken, Haddenham, Littleport, March, Soham and Waterbeach.

On the last Monday of every month Fenland Jam meet at the Beet & Social Club on Lynn Road Ely. The session runs from 7pm to 9.30pm and entrance is just £2.

Come along and have a chat with Steve and the other Jammers, have a listen and maybe join in!

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Our Vintage themed fair in Aldreth Village is fast approaching.

We have craft stalls, live music all day from Ian Coulson as Elvis, Jacen Bruce and the Rocking Ukuleles, refreshments, beer tent, BBQ, Morris dancers, Pickled Pig Cider, 1970s ice cream van, bric-a-brac, tombola, second hand books, children's games, local history group, vintage vehicles, Punch and Judy and a Spitfire fly past plus many other attractions. Why not come 'Dressed to Impress' in you favourite era and style, there will be on the spot prizes for the best dressed.

All profits go towards our village community centre.Anyone wishing to have a stall or have any interesting vehicles to display, please get in touch for more details.Saturday 7th May, 11.00am to 5.00pmF R E E entrance

Aldreth Village Fair

Cambridge United helps Mayor continues her Celebration of

VolunteeringAs part of the Mayors Celebration of Volunteering two events were held this last weekend.

On Friday evening hosted by St Peters Church Ely and sponsored by the Rotary Club of Ely (Hereward) Dave Doggett, the Chairman of Cambridge United Football Club spoke on volunteering and the role of the Club in the community The latter involvement surprised many of the audience who did not appreciate the excellent influence the Club has on youth by attending schools tackling issues of numeracy, literacy and bullying. Also that the Club hosts a weekly lunch with entertainment for local pensioners. Some memorabilia was sold and total proceeds of approx £500 will co to the Ely Volunteer Centre as part of the Mayors Charity objectives.

On Saturday in appalling weather conditions the Mayor, Members of the Volunteer Centre and the

Rotary Club of Ely (Hereward) attempted to lay a mile of coins down the High Street whilst it was shut to traffic with the proceeds going to the Volunteer Centre via the Mayors Charity. Those who turned up and braved the weather are to be applauded . Because of the weather speed restriction were in force and a valiant distance of 200 yards was achieved

eel throwing

Roll up for the World

Eel Throwing Competition

How far could you throw an eel? That will be the question on everyone’s lips at the World Eel Throwing competition taking place on Eel Day which is part of Ely’s Eel Festival Weekend this Spring Bank Holiday.

No actual eels will be harmed in the contest – the organisers use toy eels. It is all part of the fun and just one of the eel-related activities happening across the weekend which runs from April 29 to May 2 in celebration of all things eel.

The weekend launches with a Business Eel Throwing Competition on the Friday at 11am at Ely’s Market Place where local traders compete for a trophy and title of City Centre Eel Throwing Business of the Year. No training, equipment or special clothing required, just the ability to throw a stuffed sock in the shape of an eel!

Visitors will also be spoiled for choice at the eel-themed food safari taking place all round the town at Ely’s cafes, restaurants and food venues. Look out for the Eel Food Safari logo being displayed at participating venues. Alternatively, download a copy of the map at www.visitely.org.uk or pick up a printed version at Ely Tourist Information Centre.

Tracey Harding, Tourism and Town Centres Manager, said: “This is always a fantastic weekend with so many businesses and organisations taking part. Along with our attractions, shops and markets, the visitors to Ely this weekend have so much to see and do.”

On Saturday, festival visitors will be able to enjoy a family fun day that includes the famous Eel Parade. Celebrating over 10 years of this quirky festival, the annual Eel Day Parade begins at 10.30am from Cross Green (adjacent

to Ely Cathedral). Ely’s ‘Ellie the Eel’ will be heading the carnival inspired procession along part of the City’s Eel Trail Heritage Walk – everyone is welcome to join in!

The eels are followed by Ely’s Samba Band which leads the parade down to the Waterside and into Jubilee Gardens where a whole host of eel-related activities will be held. Special highlights include the Town Criers’ Competition where our very own Town Crier, Avril Hayter, arranges for Criers to descend upon Ely to add their finery and bell ringing to the event.

There is also a full programme of arena events in Jubilee Gardens including Folk Music, Eel Pottery Workshops, Music and Dancing, Historical Displays and Re-enactments with lots of family participation opportunities. As you would imagine, eels feature massively in the day and there will be the chance to see live eels. Obviously it wouldn’t be Eel Day without the opportunity to sample what was once a staple food in the Fens, so this is your chance to taste smoked and jellied eels as well as more conventional forms of food.

The weekend culminates in the two day Food and Drink Festival on Palace Green running from 10.30am to 4.30pm daily. Check out www.visitely.org.uk for the full line up of celebrity and local chefs demonstrating in our fabulous Cookery Theatre.

There’s so much for all the family to enjoy over the Bank Holiday weekend as Ely Market Place will also be holding their Mayday Markets weekend on Saturday 30 April and Sunday & Bank Holiday Monday 1 & 2 May.

Saturday's weekly Craft Market will have arts, crafts, vintage goods, retro artefacts and collectables, as well as a delicious offering of street food including burritos, Thai noodles, dim sum dumplings and more traditional fare.

Mayday Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday have a great mix of stalls, children's fair rides and family entertainment with another fantastic selection of tasty street food to go.

Check out www.visitely.org for more detailed information, call into the Tourist Information Centre or follow @ElyMarkets and @Visitely.

Features

Six more local community groups and

organisations receive OWLP funding

Six new projects have been awarded a total of almost £9,500 by the Ouse Washes Landscape Partnership (OWLP) to turn their exciting community project ideas into a reality.

The OWLP Community Heritage Fund, which offered grants of up to £2,000 to groups or individuals whose project ideas have clear public benefits and encourages people to look after, learn about and celebrate the Ouse Washes Landscape, has been hugely successful since launching in June 2014 and this final round was no exception.

The new projects will involve a poetry workshop, reading and competition by Fen Speak; A Festival of Fenland Films by The Field Theatre Group; the development of a Willow Wildlife Wall at Hatton Park Primary School highlighting local wildlife; a Feasibility Study into Public Transportation Options in the Ouse Washes by pjb Associates; a film by Project Hereward which aims to reopen the Welches Dam to Horseway Forty Foot Drain as a waterway for all; and the play The Merrie Wives of St Ives, as part of a community event in the town’s The Old Riverport.

Welney RUG planting orchard trees at Sandgate Meadow Park

All projects will take part in this year’s OuseFest, the exciting OWLP festival fortnight, which takes place from Monday 18 to Sunday 31 July 2016. Last year, OuseFest saw over 3,000 visitors who came to celebrate the Ouse Washes Landscape and Communities. The full programme, which is bigger than last year, will be available in May on www.ousewashes.org.uk/ousefest and at many venues across the area.

Storytelling, Drawing and Stitching Workshop with Jane Frost, February 2016

The OWLP Community Heritage Fund has previously supported 22 exciting community projects, some still ongoing, including the development of a heritage orchard at Sandgate Meadow Park by Welney RUG; a Fenland and Ouse Washes Story Quilt project by local artist Jane Frost; the rehearsal and performance of local plays by the Lavender Hill Mob Theatre Company; and a photography project by PJ.Elements depicting the people who live and work in the Ouse Washes Landscape.

Portrait of Cliff Carson, Environmental Officer for the Middle Level Commissioners, by Pete Johnstone

The Ouse Washes Landscape Partnership is a fantastic local project funded by the Heritage Lottery Fund. It aims to connect local people and communities with their landscape, heritage, wildlife and environment in the Cambridgeshire and Norfolk Fens surrounding the Ouse Washes. To find out more about the OWLP scheme and how you can get involved, please check out the website http://www.ousewashes.org.uk, or find them on Twitter and Facebook.

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ELY CINEMA MAY 16

Box Office: 01353 616991 Buy Tickets Online: babylonarts.org.uk

The Maltings · Ship Lane · Ely · Cambridgeshire · CB7 4BB

Maltings FilmsTicket prices: Evenings: £7/£6. Matinee: £6.50/£5.50 (£1 discount for members)

Other content various prices: Concessions 60+, U15s, income support, F/T students (proof required). £1 fee for credit/debit cards by telephone, 50p fee on the door (max fee no matter how many tickets you buy).

Cinema Information: The cinema reserves the right to refuse admission. The information on this leaflet is available at time of going to press, however the management reserve the right to cancel or alter the advertised programme in exceptional circumstances.

You can buy advance tickets from: ADeC Box Office, Babylon Gallery, Waterside, Ely. Tel: 01353 616991 (Mon – Fri 10am – 4pm). Burrows Bookshop, High Street Passage, Ely (Mon – Sat 9am-5pm, cash/cheque only). From the cinema half hour before the film starts. (cash/cheque/credit card).

National TheatreEncore Screening:£12.50£11.50 (concessions) £10.50 (members) Note: This screening is in our intimate space at Babylon ARTS, Waterside, Ely.

Specialticketprice

Sunday 1 May: 7.30pm. 100 mins.Dad’s Army (PG)Back by popular demand. In this fond recreation of the beloved BBC sitcom, director Oliver Parker fashions a period-perfect tale of the pratfall-prone Walmington-On-Sea Home Guard.

Thursday 5 May: 7.30pm. 129 mins.Marguerite (15) French with English subtitles Inspired by the real-life tale of aspiring singer Marguerite Dumont, queen of 1920s high society and owner of the worst soprano voice imaginable. Contains: infrequent strong sex, sexualised nudity, sex references.

Wednesday 11 May: 7.30pm. 141 mins.Bridge Of Spies (12A) Another outing on the big screen for this ultimate cold war thriller, inspired by true events, which won Mark Rylance a best supporting actor Oscar. Contains infrequent strong language, moderate threat and violence.

Thursday 12 May: 6:30pm doors & bar, for 7pm start.NT: A View From The Bridge This stunning production of Miller’s tragic masterpiece won a trio of 2014 Olivier Awards. 2 hours 30 minutes (no interval). This is the first encore screening in our intimate space at Babylon ARTS, Waterside, Ely.

Sunday 15 May: 3pm. 108 mins.Zootropolis (PG)This animated animal extravaganza is set in a magical mammal city. Judy Hopps, a determined young rabbit, enlists in the local police force to solve the mysterious case of a missing rabbit.

Sunday 15 & Wednesday 18 May: 7.30pm. 106 mins.Eddie The Eagle (PG)A feel-good, laugh-out-loud film telling the literally uplifting story of have-a-go ski jumper Eddie Edwards – as famous for losing as he was for winning – but dearly loved for his tireless enthusiasm and eccentricities.

Sunday 22 May: 7.30pm. 109 mins.The Man Who Knew Infinity (12A)Dev Patel stars as real-life mathematical prodigy Srinivasa Ramanujan, who left Madras for Cambridge in 1913. A culture-clash and rites-of-passage drama… with added algebra! Contains racist language and behaviour.

Wednesday 25 May: 7.30pm. 102 mins.Eye In The Sky (15)A nerve-shredding account of a top-secret operation. A drone strike may prevent a terrorist attack, but when a little girl wanders into the kill zone, the mission is thrown into disarray. Contains infrequent bloody moments, infrequent strong language.

Ely Cinema is operated by ADeC(Arts Development in East Cambridgeshire).

ELY CINEMA MAY 16

Box Office: 01353 616991 Buy Tickets Online: babylonarts.org.uk

The Maltings · Ship Lane · Ely · Cambridgeshire · CB7 4BB

Maltings FilmsTicket prices: Evenings: £7/£6. Matinee: £6.50/£5.50 (£1 discount for members)

Other content various prices: Concessions 60+, U15s, income support, F/T students (proof required). £1 fee for credit/debit cards by telephone, 50p fee on the door (max fee no matter how many tickets you buy).

Cinema Information: The cinema reserves the right to refuse admission. The information on this leaflet is available at time of going to press, however the management reserve the right to cancel or alter the advertised programme in exceptional circumstances.

You can buy advance tickets from: ADeC Box Office, Babylon Gallery, Waterside, Ely. Tel: 01353 616991 (Mon – Fri 10am – 4pm). Burrows Bookshop, High Street Passage, Ely (Mon – Sat 9am-5pm, cash/cheque only). From the cinema half hour before the film starts. (cash/cheque/credit card).

National TheatreEncore Screening:£12.50£11.50 (concessions) £10.50 (members) Note: This screening is in our intimate space at Babylon ARTS, Waterside, Ely.

Specialticketprice

Sunday 1 May: 7.30pm. 100 mins.Dad’s Army (PG)Back by popular demand. In this fond recreation of the beloved BBC sitcom, director Oliver Parker fashions a period-perfect tale of the pratfall-prone Walmington-On-Sea Home Guard.

Thursday 5 May: 7.30pm. 129 mins.Marguerite (15) French with English subtitles Inspired by the real-life tale of aspiring singer Marguerite Dumont, queen of 1920s high society and owner of the worst soprano voice imaginable. Contains: infrequent strong sex, sexualised nudity, sex references.

Wednesday 11 May: 7.30pm. 141 mins.Bridge Of Spies (12A) Another outing on the big screen for this ultimate cold war thriller, inspired by true events, which won Mark Rylance a best supporting actor Oscar. Contains infrequent strong language, moderate threat and violence.

Thursday 12 May: 6:30pm doors & bar, for 7pm start.NT: A View From The Bridge This stunning production of Miller’s tragic masterpiece won a trio of 2014 Olivier Awards. 2 hours 30 minutes (no interval). This is the first encore screening in our intimate space at Babylon ARTS, Waterside, Ely.

Sunday 15 May: 3pm. 108 mins.Zootropolis (PG)This animated animal extravaganza is set in a magical mammal city. Judy Hopps, a determined young rabbit, enlists in the local police force to solve the mysterious case of a missing rabbit.

Sunday 15 & Wednesday 18 May: 7.30pm. 106 mins.Eddie The Eagle (PG)A feel-good, laugh-out-loud film telling the literally uplifting story of have-a-go ski jumper Eddie Edwards – as famous for losing as he was for winning – but dearly loved for his tireless enthusiasm and eccentricities.

Sunday 22 May: 7.30pm. 109 mins.The Man Who Knew Infinity (12A)Dev Patel stars as real-life mathematical prodigy Srinivasa Ramanujan, who left Madras for Cambridge in 1913. A culture-clash and rites-of-passage drama… with added algebra! Contains racist language and behaviour.

Wednesday 25 May: 7.30pm. 102 mins.Eye In The Sky (15)A nerve-shredding account of a top-secret operation. A drone strike may prevent a terrorist attack, but when a little girl wanders into the kill zone, the mission is thrown into disarray. Contains infrequent bloody moments, infrequent strong language.

Ely Cinema is operated by ADeC(Arts Development in East Cambridgeshire).

Features

Kings BarbersShop on Market Street renovated to meet

the needs of new barber

A new traditional Turkish Barbers has opened in Ely on Market Street and has become one of Spotted in Ely’s new sponsors.

With 4 barbers, they offer short waiting times for any service you may need including detailing cuts, massages, hot towel washes, shaves, eyebrow threading, face-masks and much much more.

The no appointment necessary approach means that you can get your service on your needs and not when they can squeeze you in. Every customer is welcome and greeted by friendly staff always willing to please.

Open 7 days a week from 9am Monday to Saturday and from 10am on a Sunday, just walk in and you will seen and no one will be turned away.

Tel: 07584744279

Features

Lucy Frazer MP's Aprils Letter to Spotted in Ely

The rural economy is worth £210 billion per year in the UK. In the villages surrounding Ely, there are many rural businesses making a huge contribution to our local and national economy. It is important for me to keep in touch with those businesses and find out what the government can do to continue supporting rural industries. In early April I met with our local NFU branch to talk about rural business issues, particularly in farming. In South East Cambridgeshire we have everything from food

markets to wine producers as part of our rural economy. These businesses also need good road and rail infrastructure as well as effective broadband and access to grants and I am fighting to ensure that we get all of these here in Cambridgeshire.

The City of Ely Poppy Appeal has raised an amazing £37,670.90 for The Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal.I would like to thank everyone who has donated to the appeal, who has helped with the collections and counting, the businesses and organisations in Ely who have displayed static boxes and held collections. As ever you have been out of this world.

Your generosity and support never fails to amaze me. This is my last year as the Poppy Appeal Organiser and it's a fantastic figure to leave on. It's been a fantastic team effort and an honour to help such an amazing charity.

Ely now needs a new Poppy Appeal Organiser!! If you are up for the challenge please get in touch.

Thank you Ely.

Marc BeveridgePoppy Appeal OrganiserEly and District

WHAT'S ONApr 23rd - May 12th

Choral Evening Song for Her Majesty's 90th

24th April - 4pm

Sat 23rd AprilFarmers’ Market: Craft &

Collectables8:00am - Ely Market Place

Ely Farmers' Market first began as a pilot in July 2000 and is now held twice monthly on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of every month.

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The Secret Life Of Ely – Ouse Life Exhibition

9:00am - Ely Cathedral06 Apr 2016 - 02 May 2016 Featuring major works by nineteen members of the OuseLife group of artists, this exhibition showcases over 80 specially created art works celebrating the cathedral and the people who care for it.


St. George’s Day10:00am - The Kings Arms, Ely

We will include special guest ales Pie and a pint or banger and mash and a pint £9.


Wilburton Yard Sale10:00am - Wilburton C of E Primary School

The Wilburton School Association are organising a yard sale in Wilburton.


St George’s Day 201611:00am - Ely Cathedral

Come along and join in with Ely District Scouts.spottedinely.com/17080

Hiams Rock’n’Roll Night7:00pm - Hiam Sports & Social Club

Saturday 23rd April is going to be an extra special night at Hiams with the return of the fabulous Bo Walton and Red Alert.


Ladies Night7:30pm - The Beeches

Join us for our 2nd Ladies night! After the success of our 80's night, we are back with a new theme.


Film Evening In Aid Of Amnesty: Bridge Of Spies7:30pm - The Lecture Theatre, The Old Palace, Ely

We will be screening Bridge of Spies directed by Steven Spielberg and starring Tom Hanks and Mark Rylance.


St George’s Day Concert7:30pm - St Peter’s Church, Ely

Medieval and Renaissance music played on period and modern instruments.


Family Prize Casino Night8:00pm - Littleport Leisure Centre

This Casino evening is open to both adults and children, so if you enjoy a little gamble then why not come along? There will be a special area for children to enjoy while the adults can play Poker or Roulette, plus more.


St Georges Day Disco With Bobby And Simon

8:30pm - The Kings Arms, Ely

They're back with their soulful sounds and groovy tunes for you to strut your funky stuff! Come on.


Tim Brown & Jay Greenfield9:30pm - The Crown Inn Littleport


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Sunday 24th AprilThe Secret Life Of Ely – Ouse

Life Exhibition9:00am - Ely Cathedral

06 Apr 2016 - 02 May 2016 Featuring major works by nineteen members of the OuseLife group of artists, this exhibition showcases over 80 specially created art works celebrating the cathedral and the people who care for it.


Littleport Events Indoor Car Boot /Nearly New10:00am - Littleport Leisure Centre

After the success of our last two indoor Car Boot / Nearly New sales we are happy to announce we will be holding another on Sunday 24th April 2016 @ Littleport Leisure Ctr 10-12noon Pitches are £7 payable in advance PLEASE BOOK Please bring along your table We do have chairs.


The Goodges Acoustic Circus3:00pm - The Crown Inn Littleport

Join Goodge & M at this lovely warm family friendly village pub for an afternoon of music and fun.


Hail Caesar! (12A)3:00pm - The Maltings

Directors: Ethan Coen, Joel Coen.spottedinely.com/16604

Choral Evensong With Civic Celebration Of The 90th

Birthday Of Her Majesty The Queen

4:00pm - Ely CathedralWe are delighted to invite everyone to this very special Evensong at which we will give thanks and pray for the Queen on her 90th Birthday.


Live Sunday Music!4:30pm - The Townhouse Pub


Alive@Five5:00pm - St George’s Church

Launch of the new lively praise and worship service for Littleport.


Beginner 1 – Ballroom & Latin Dance Course

6:00pm - Ely Ballroom Dancing

We offer this Ballroom and Latin dance course for adults.spottedinely.com/16409

Quiz Night – Back By Popular Demand

6:30pm - Little Downham Anchor

Quiz night £1-00 per person max 6 in a team .spottedinely.com/17017

Youth (15)7:30pm - Events_list

Director: Paolo Sorrentino.spottedinely.com/16607

Monday 25th AprilThe Secret Life Of Ely – Ouse




Macmillan At Ely Market Place

10:00am - Ely, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom

Speak the friendly MacMillan specialists about: *Signs & symptoms of cancer *Different cancers and their treatments *How cancer affects your life *Being there for someone with cancer *Local services *Any other questions or worries about cancer.


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Fenland Jam7:00pm - Ely Beet Club

Fenland Jam: Musical Opportunities: Youth Arts Project - Fenland Jam is a community group set up to support local musicians.


Games Night At The Drayman’s Son

7:30pm - Drayman’s Son MicropubJoin us every Monday for Games Night.


Sugar In The Isles7:30pm - The Hub Tea Rooms 13 Lynn Road Ely Cambs

CB7 4EGNot to be missed Debbie Brown has authored over 20 cake decorating titles and is the best-selling author of cake decorating books in the world.


Tuesday 26th AprilThe Secret Life Of Ely – Ouse




Wed 27th AprilThe Secret Life Of Ely – Ouse




Timebank Pub Quiz7:00pm - The Swan on the river

Welcome to our new regular pub quiz - test those grey cells and come along with your team of 4 to win a prize.


Hail Caesar! (12A)7:30pm - The Maltings

Directors: Ethan Coen, Joel Coen.spottedinely.com/16606

Thur 28th AprilEly General Market

8:00am - Events_list

Every Thursday on the Market Square!.spottedinely.com/14239


9:00am - Ely Cathedral



Community Networking Coffee – Ely

10:00am - The Cutter Inn

At the heart of the ‘Link4Growth community’ is the Link4More Coffee Session.


Lunchtime Concert1:10pm - Ely Cathedral

David Brownlow (Violin) and Ryoko Yasujima.spottedinely.com/16231

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Open Thursdays 20162:00pm - South Angle Farm Park

From 14th April we wil be open every Thursday from 2pm until 5pm for visits.


Consciously, Connected, Confiidence

6:00pm - Bishop Woodford House, Barton Road, Ely.Do you ever feel.


Cambridge & District Table Tennis League Finals Night

7:30pm - Burwell Community Sports CentreCambridge & District Table Tennis League Finals Night Thursday 28th April 1016 at Burwell Community Sports Centre The Cambridge League will hold their finals night at Burwell on Thursday 28th April.


Friday 29th AprilThe Secret Life Of Ely – Ouse




Disco7:30pm - The Cherry Tree , Haddenham


Jeremy Hardy Live Spring Tour

8:00pm - The Brook, SohamJeremy Hardy is enjoyed his fourth decade as a stand-up comedian.


Live Entertainment8:00pm - Little Downham Anchor

The great Ian Larkin is with us on fri 29th April 8pm - 11pm with his guitar, banjo, ukuleles & some great rock & roll.


VT11 – Five Miles From Anywhere

9:00pm - Five Miles From AnywhereDEBUT GIG AT THIS AWESOME PUB VT11 bring our classic rock tribute show to you crazy people .


Jacen Bruce & Guest9:00pm - The Minster Tavern

Jacen Bruce and a guest performer will be bringing our lovely customers an evening of Rock and Roll,.


Sat 30th AprilGeneral Market: Craft &


Ely General Market on the 1st, 3rd and 5th Saturday of every month you can enjoy a fantastic range of goods, at great prices.





Ely’s Eel Day10:30am - Cross Green

Part of Ely’s Eel Festival Weekend Procession around the Eel Trail starts at 10.


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Baby & Children’s Event – Cheeki Monkeys

12:00pm - Cheeki Monkeys Ely & SohamCheeki Monkeys Ely are BACK on Saturday 30th April 12noon - 2pm Ely Beet Sports & Social Club, Entry 50p Children FREE Fancy booking a Table with us and making some £££'s - Keep 100% of YOUR Profit! Tables & chairs are provided.


Race Night8:00pm - Littleport Leisure Centre

A fun-filled evening for all of the family to be involved in.spottedinely.com/16893

Alan Beck ( A Tribute To Legands Of Rock And Roll)

9:30pm - The Crown Inn LittleportLive Music.


Sunday 1st MayMay Day Sun Rise

5:20am - Outside the West door of Ely CathedralDance at sunrise and have breakfast!.





Ely’s Food And Drink Festival10:30am - Palace Green

Calling all foodies to join us for Ely’s Food and Drink Festival Sunday 1st and Monday 2nd May on Palace Green (opposite Ely Cathedral) 10.


Wicken May Day Fete3:30pm - Wicken, Cambridgeshire



6:00pm - Ely Ballroom Dancing

We offer this Ballroom and Latin dance course for adults.spottedinely.com/16410

The Delta Pilots7:00pm - TaBouche-Ely

Live band every first Sunday of every month ! Playing the very best rock and roll !.


Charity Pub Quiz7:30pm - The Cutter Inn

Join us on the 1st of May for our Charity Pub quiz at 7:30pm.


Jason And The Skagonauts8:45pm - The Kings Arms, Ely

Bank Holiday Special.spottedinely.com/17005

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what’s on in ely

what’s on in ely

Monday 2nd MayThe Secret Life Of Ely – Ouse




Ely’s Food And Drink Festival10:30am - Palace Green

Calling all foodies to join us for Ely’s Food and Drink Festival Sunday 1st and Monday 2nd May on Palace Green (opposite Ely Cathedral) 10.


Sketchy Ely Meet6:00pm - Starbucks, Ely (opposite the library)

Come along, draw, drink, chat.spottedinely.com/17059

Games Night At The Drayman’s Son

7:30pm - Drayman’s Son MicropubJoin us every Monday for Games Night.


Quiz Night7:30pm - Haddenham, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom


Tuesday 3rd MayAmnesTEA

6:00pm - High Flyer, ElyDrink tea and campaign for human rights.


The Rheingans Sisters8:00pm - Samovar Tea House; Tea Shop & Gallery

Join us for an evening of music with the wonderful Rheingans Sisters.


Wed 4th MayCurry Club

6:00pm - Sylhet

CURRY CLUB AT SYLHET ELY - We have TWO sittings (6pm and 8pm) We provide a platter meal of: • Main Course • Side Dish • Naan Bread • Rice Dish ALL FOR JUST £10.


Lost And Found-Issue 2 Launch

7:30pm - Babylon Gallery

An evening to celebrate the launch of our second issue: the "lost and found" issue.


Songwriters Showcase8:30pm - The Townhouse Pub

Come along to hear new talent at our Songwriters Showcase!.


Thursday 5th MayEly General Market

8:00am - Events_list

Every Thursday on the Market Square!.


Lunchtime Concert – Eastern Michigan University Choir

1:10pm - Ely Cathedral

A lunchtime concert of of European and American Choral masterpieces, including works by Bach, Mozart, Scarlatti and Lauridsen.


Open Thursdays 20162:00pm - South Angle Farm Park

From 14th April we wil be open every Thursday from 2pm until 5pm for visits.


An Oboe’s Journey7:30pm - Recital Hall, King’s Ely

Described by The Independent as “a worthy champion” of contemporary oboe music, James Turnbull has dedicated much of his performing life to promoting and extending the oboe repertoire.


Friday 6th MayForbidden Nights

7:00pm - The Brook, SohamPRICES AND TIME TBC A classy innovative show, FORBIDDEN NIGHTS brings a full theatre style production to every venue, with a troupe of professionally trained performers, hand-picked from around the UK with charisma, undeniable talent, sparkling personalities and honed physiques in equal measure.


May Mayhem At The Drayman’s

7:30pm - Drayman’s Son MicropubNormal service is resumed, we'll be back in the Drayman's Son on the first Friday in May.


Saturday 7th MayGeneral Market: Craft &


Ely General Market on the 1st, 3rd and 5th Saturday of every month you can enjoy a fantastic range of goods, at great prices.


Mucky Fenland Dash9:00am - Mucky Races, Ely, Cambridge

Our second Year in the tranquil surrounds of the Cambridgeshire Fens….


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Jo Hill Motivation Weekend10:00am - Developing Dogs

Are you struggling to maintain your dog’s focus in exciting places? Want to improve your ability to use play to motivate and reward your dog? Or, are you a dog sport competitor with a particular problem to solve? We are delighted to offer a weekend of motivation and training with Jo Hill, one of the most innovative and influential trainers and instructors working in the UK.


Crowning Around Bike Show 2016

11:00am - The Crown Inn LittleportBikes, Bands and Beer !!!! what more could you want.


Aldreth Vintage Fair11:00am - Aldreth

Vintage themed fair in Aldreth Village.spottedinely.com/15470

Ely Sailing Club Open Day 2016

1:00pm - Ely Sailing ClubEveryone welcome to come and visit the open day.


Having A Drink Down The Local!

7:00pm - TaBouche-ElyChat and make friends - everyone is welcome.


Musical Theatre Mayhem7:00pm - Little Downham Village Hall

Youth Acts Up presents their first Musical Theatre Variety Show Open to all family and friends £2.


Sunday 8th May5 Aside Footie Match With A

Twist9:00am - Soham united football ground

We are arranging a football 5 aside game with a very cool twist it will cost £50 per team of 5 or £10per person


Jo Hill Motivation Weekend10:00am - Developing Dogs

Are you struggling to maintain your dog’s focus in exciting places? Want to improve your ability to use play to motivate and reward your dog? Or, are you a dog sport competitor with a particular problem to solve? We are delighted to offer a weekend of motivation and training with Jo Hill, one of the most innovative and influential trainers and instructors working in the UK.


Wings For Life World Run 2016 – Great Britain

12:00pm - Cambridge, CambridgeshireThe Wings for Life World Run is back for a third time on Sunday, May 8, 2016.


Waterbeach Brass – Riverside Concerts

2:30pm - Jubilee GardensPart of the Summer Riverside concerts in Jubilee Gardens.



6:00pm - Ely Ballroom DancingWe offer this Ballroom and Latin dance course for adults.


Ascension Taize Service6:30pm - Ely Cathedral

A candlelit service in a gentle reflective style -space in which to take some time out from busy lives.


Monday 9th MayGames Night At The

Drayman’s Son7:30pm - Drayman’s Son Micropub

Join us every Monday for Games Night.spottedinely.com/16562

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The Etheldreda Lecture – Professor Grace Davie, Professor Of Sociology,

Universtiy Of Exeter7:30pm - Ely Cathedral

'A Vision of a Future Church'.spottedinely.com/15732

Wednesday 11th May

Drink & Cake Fundraiser At Littleport Surestart Centre

8:00am - Surestart centre littleportCome along to the Surestart centre in Littleport on Wednesday 11th May 9-12 for some soft drinks and cakes!!! (With soft drinks starting at 20p and cakes starting at 50p) Children 5 and under are welcome :) with toys available.


Thursday 12th MayEly General Market

8:00am - Events_listEvery Thursday on the Market Square!.


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