E4Ely Issue 13

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Steakhouse closes

burwell's little miracle

Friday 13th May 2016Issue 13

WHATS ON

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A New Member onTeam Spotted in Ely

I am very proud to announce to all the Spotted in Ely fans that Tali Iserles has agreed to join us on a part time basis as a journalist.

Tali has been a keen follower of ours since we first started and has even worked on projects with us in the past such as the Random Acts of Kindness project.

Please make her feel welcome as over the next couple of weeks she gets used to how we work and do things and like us already working on the project, leads a very busy life running her jewellery making business, Tallulah does the Hula.

The Ely mother of two says: “I’ve worked as a journalist, both in Britain and in New Zealand, so I’m really excited to be reporting about Ely – a place I feel very passionate about. I’d love to hear and share your news, so do get in touch!” Tali is part time but please feel free to send stories to her at [email protected].

As always we love to get prewritten releases so the best person to tell a story is the person closest to the story.

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Contents

Friday 13th May 2016

FEATURES

Council Warning

East Cambs New Initiative

Mercury Watching

Beadholics Wanted

and more .................. including

Steakhouse Closes

Wicken Beer Festival

Feast of Fun

Editor: Mark Cooney [email protected] 07778576470

Community Tali IserlesReporter: [email protected]

Events: Alison Powell [email protected] 07816085258

Web: spottedinely.comFacebook: facebook.com/SpottedinEly

For Events: spottedinely.com/Events facebook.com/Groups.ElyEvents

Vacancies: facebook.com/SpottedinElyJobs

Volunteers for Toddler Rhymetime

Cambridge Community Fair

Viva says Thank You

Littleport Riots Remembered

Over 100 events in Whats On!!!!

Burwell Bake Sale

Patch from Scratch

Country Park Upgades

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Council warns against deadly

food supplementEast Cambridgeshire District Council is warning consumers against purchasing any supplements which may contain the chemical commonly known as DNP.

This extremely dangerous and toxic compound is marketed over the internet as a weight loss or body building supplement but, if taken, it can quickly cause kidney failure and even death.

Furthermore, taking this product alongside other performance enhancing drugs such as Clenbuterol can greatly increase the risks of dying. There have been six reported deaths linked to the supplement in the UK and dozens worldwide.

East Cambridgeshire District Council was alerted to the danger by the Food Standards Agency’s National Food Crime Unit. Environmental Services manager at ECDC, Liz Knox, said: “We strongly urge people not to buy or take this product. It is known to cause severe ill health and, in some cases, death. We have been alerted by the Food Standards Agency that this is being sold online as a weight loss product and metabolism booster and we are issuing this warning so that the public is aware of the major risks associated with DNP.”

The deadly effects of DNP, full name 2, 4-Dinitrophenol, have been known for nearly a century. Concerns have been raised by the Food Standards Agency that this product is once again being sold online to unwitting customers.

It was originally used in French munitions factories during the First World War when it was mixed with other ingredients to make explosives. Those workers exposed to DNP soon started to show symptoms of ill health including high temperature, sweating, weight loss and fatigue. Many people died before safety measures were introduced.

Now there are concerns it is available on the black market as metabolism booster, even though it has been designated not fit for human consumption. This chemical product is toxic if swallowed or inhaled or if it comes into contact with a person’s skin. Typical symptoms after taking DNP include pale yellow skin colour, bright yellow urine and excessive or unusual sweating.

The product is also toxic for the environment and may cause fires or explosions if it decomposes. It can be sold as a yellow powder, in capsules or even as a cream.

Calling Toddler Rhymetime volunteers!

Wanted: enthusiastic volunteers to help lead Toddler Rhymetime at Ely Library.

This popular, free singing group takes place in the children’s library from 10.30am to 11am every Wednesday.

Toddler Rhymetime is mostly led by parents and grandparents – and more people are currently needed.

No previous experience is required – just enthusiasm and a sense of fun. Liking children is also a must!

New volunteers will initially be supported by existing Rhymetime leaders.

For more information please chat to one of the librarians at the front desk.

Tali [email protected]

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Steakhouse and Bar in Littleport Closes Without Notice

After 4 years, the former pub in Littleport turned restaurant closes it doors with immediate effect.

In a statement on it’s Facebook page, which appears to be now closed down says:

“The time has come to call it a day in Littleport. Thank you for your support over the past 4 years. If it was for the support and business we received from the community we would not be where we were today. Our other businesses need our full

attention to continue to thrive and focus on our expansion plans.

“We have closed with immediate effect. Thank you and Goodbye Littleport.”

Having been a steakhouse for 3 years, it turned into an Italian restaurant where it is thought it didn’t succeed with people saying it was pricey and not highly visited.

Plans for the large building on Ely Road are not yet known.

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Burwell bake sale raises £445 for good causes

On Saturday (May 7), the Co-operative supermarket in North Street put on a raffle and bake sale, raising a whopping £445 for charity. Of that, £220 will go to the Red Cross, the Co-op’s charity of the year, and £225 to Little Miracles, a parent led support group for families in Ely, Cambridge and Newmarket caring for children with additional needs, autism, disabilities and life limiting conditions.

The charity fundraiser was organised by Co-Op North Street manager Steve Smith and Helen Ogden, of Little Miracles. All prizes and cakes were donated by store staff, local businesses and members of the community – including Helen’s mother Nancy Taylor – who’d worked in the former North Street Co-op but left 44 years ago.

Steve said: “Nancy came along to help out. It’s really nice that someone from the community is still getting involved from that store in our fundraising.” The Ely dad added: “We try to get involved in our community as much as possible. “The great weather helped with the turnout but we have a

great community that gets involved and I think they would have turned up anyway. I couldn’t thank them and the people from Little Miracles enough.”

So far this year the North Street branch has raised £1000 for good causes. Steve’s aim is to raise £2000 this year, half of which will go to local charities.

On May 29, he and his wife Angii and children Caiden, seven, and Finley, five, will take part in

the Red Cross’s Red Shoe Walk at Grafham Water, together with North Street store team manager Michelle Martin. Each of the Co-Op’s 22 Cambridgeshire stores has promised to send two representatives along to take part.

Steve said: “The entry fee is £10 – so even without the sponsorship this will raise at least £440 for the Red Cross.” The North Street Co-op has many more fundraisers planned throughout the year, including a Father’s Day raffle in June. Steve said: “There’s some really exciting changes to the Burwell Co-op going forward.”


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Mercury transit delights sky

watchers

Astronomers were treated to a rare sight today (Monday) – when the transit of Mercury across the sun was visible for the first time in decades.

Ely Astronomy Club members gathered by the cannon on the green outside Ely Cathedral to watch as the smallest planet in the solar system travelled between the sun and the earth.

Clear skies and sunshine helped sky watchers to view the transit of Mercury across the surface of the air.

Ely Astronomy Club vice chair Alex Simpson said: “In the Seventeenth to Nineteenth Century, transits of planets like Mercury were used to measure the dimension of the solar system.”

A transit of Mercury typically occurs eight to 10 times a century, he said.

“1973 was the last time in which it would have been favorably viewed from the British Isles. I was at my late father’s house in North London. We hoped that we would be able to see it but it poured with rain.”

Mr Simpson added: “Sometimes a transit of Mercury can be seen from the Arctic, Antartica or a tiny little island in the Pacific but it’s rare to see it from the British Isles.”

He did not advise viewing the sun straight from a telescope, as this could cause damage to eyes.


Last month Ely Tesco chose Viva Arts and Community Group to be their charity for the month.This included Viva members going along for a full day of donation collections as well as advertising Viva to the general public. The total of £365.41 was raised and will be put towards Viva’s busy summer!

Viva has been running successfully in Soham since 1997 when it performed its first ever show ‘Bugsy Malone’ and from there they have continued to grow and now perform up to five musicals and plays a year as well as running a local charity shop in Soham. Hetti Wood, Project Coordinator at Viva says: “Viva offers many volunteering opportunities for the general community from

performing on stage to being involved backstage in costumes, props, set building, front of house, fundraising events and volunteering in the shop itself. We are always welcoming new members so if you would like to have a go at something different or you are looking to join a fun social group in your local community get in touch!”

This summer Viva has three shows on throughout June and July. ‘Sweeney Todd the Demon Barber on Fleet Street’ is first and being performing from Wednesday 15th to Saturday 18th June at the Brook Entertainment Soham. All performances start at 7:30pm and tickets now on sale at £12.00. Box office: 01353 722 228 or book online

on www.wegottickets.com. This contains acted violence and adult themes so may not be suitable for all ages.

From Thursday 14th to Saturday 16th July Viva will be performing ‘The Little Mermaid’ with our 7 to 15 year old youth group and then ‘Made in Dagenham the Musical’ from Wednesday 27th to Saturday 30th July. ‘Made in Dagenham’ will then be setting off to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe in August. Tickets for both of our July shows will be on sale soon! For more information about Viva visit our website on www.viva-group.org.uk.

Viva say Thank you

A campaign to help prevent vulnerable young people in particular from becoming radicalised and drawn into extremism has been launched by East Cambridgeshire District Council.

The 3R campaign stands for “Recognise, Report and Result” and gives partner agencies a simple message about how to support young people at risk of becoming involved in extremist activities.

Partner agencies include secondary schools, Scout and Guide groups, youth clubs, parish councils and other groups working with teenagers and young adults.

The focus is on preventing people from being radicalised before they become involved in any illegal acts. Whilst aimed at all age ranges, the campaign has a major focus on young people.

Neighbourhood Support Officer, Nick Ball, who helped launch the scheme, said: “The 3R campaign is not about catching terrorists, it is about identifying people who may be at risk of radicalisation, and supporting them to change direction in a way that will help them.

“The Council’s campaign will give secondary schools and other groups working with young people the tools to help them spot someone who may be heading into trouble.

“We owe our young people a duty of care to ensure they don’t throw away happy and fulfilling lives by becoming involved in criminal activities that can harm them and others.”

This campaign is in line with the Government’s Prevent strategy which aims to stop young people from joining extremist groups by confronting their opinions with alternative, moderate viewpoints. This work does not criminalise young people, but aims to support them.

Radicalisation happens when someone gets drawn into extremism. If someone decides that using fear, terror or violence is justified to achieve ideological, political or social change – this is violent extremism.

Jo Brooks, Director of Operations at ECDC, said: “This is not about singling out certain communities or one group, it is about tackling extremism in all its forms whether it is far right, Islamist, extremist animal rights or other groups who may pose a threat to public safety.

“Quite often it is a vulnerable or lonely teenager who gets hooked into this kind of behaviour online and that’s where community-based support can really make a difference before they get into something more serious.”

Young people who become radicalised do face serious risks to themselves as well

as posing a threat to society. At least 70 British jihadis have been killed fighting for the Islamic State terror group. More than 200 have returned and many now face lengthy prison sentences for being involved in terrorist activities. Some have returned with lifechanging injuries.

Meanwhile in 2012 a right wing extremist was given a 21 year sentence for racially motivated mass murder. He is unlikely to ever be released and is expected to die in prison.

Cllr Lis Every, a member of the 3R campaign project board, said: “This campaign aims to provide resources for all those who work with young people and want to help prevent them from taking a wrong turn in their life. It has been created in consultation with Cambridgeshire Police and is supported by the Government. We are very pleased to be able to provide this information and training for our partners and the public.”

If anyone has concerns that they wish to share, they can call the Police on 101 (or 999 for an immediate risk). Alternatively you can contact the 3R team on [email protected]

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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

The annual Cambridgeshire Community Fair is now only four weeks away. The Fair, organised by local charity, Cambridgeshire ACRE, is taking place on Tuesday 7 June 2016 at the Burgess Hall in St Ives. The event is completely free of charge to attend and will be run from 2pm – 6pm. No booking is required – just turn up on the day.

The event is aimed any anyone who lives or works in Cambridgeshire who wants to get more involved in community life. You might already be involved via your parish council or volunteer locally or you might just be wishing you could get more involved but don’t know where to start.

On the day there will be Community Stars on hand to share their knowledge and support other into volunteering – our community stars are all local people who volunteer in their communities in a wide variety of ways, why not come along and meet Zoe Davison who runs Ely Soup, or Gary Gardner from Rotary Club of East Anglia we have many more stars who all have some incredible knowledge and experience to pass on to other who want to start a project in their own community.

There will also be a marketplace of over 65 stalls from voluntary and community sector organisations, funders, local authorities and other local programmes, projects and groups. Stallholders will set out what they can do to help communities and will be very willing to help people with ideas to explore.

With just 4 weeks to go before the big day, Cambridgeshire ACRE’s Chief Executive, Kirsten Bennett said:

“We’re so excited to be organising Cambridgeshire Community Fair again this year. The Fair will bring together communities with those who are ideally placed to help them with their community projects. We are especially grateful to our Community Stars for giving up their time to be with us on the day to help others”.

People can find more information about the event at: www.cambscommunityfair.wordpress.com

Cambridgeshire Community

Fair 2016 fast approaching

Always wanted to learn patchwork? Now’s your chance.

Sew Much to Do are running a day long patchwork course in Ely, perfect for beginners or those wishing to brush up on their skills.

Participants will end up with a tote bag big enough to carry their sewing bits and bobs.

The course is taught by Alison Pritchard and will take place at Sew Much to Do, 7 High Street Passage, Ely, from 10am to 4pm on Saturday May 21.

Call 01353 664000 to book your place.


Patch from scratch

On Saturday 14th May, Wicken Recreation Ground will be the venue for the 13th Wicken Beer Festival run by a group of volunteers from the village to fund raise for play equipment. Over the years the group have managed to install a multi-use games arena, installed play equipment and supported local groups who use the facilities.

This year two local bands will be entertaining the crowds. Tantris will be playing the early slot from 4.30pm with The 142’s playing from about 8pm, whilst they enjoy a variety of real ales, locally produced cider and BBQ supplied with meat again from a local supplier. Soft drinks will also be available for those designated drivers and families who enjoy the informal friendly atmosphere.

The Event is totally run by volunteers and the large area of grass provides plenty of space for families to spread-out and for children of all ages to enjoy games of football, cricket and kite flying. With several marquees providing additional cover and seating there is plenty of space for everybody to enjoy the atmosphere, beer and music.

We do ask that dogs are left at home please. Free Parking is available adjacent to the recreation site and entry is free. Please visit our website for more information www.WickenBeerFestival.co.uk for the latest information.

Wicken Beer Festival 14th May 2016 4 pm until

the beer runs out……

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Haddenham’s putting its name on the festival map with its first ever Bead Festival planned for this month.

But rather than throwing your hands in the air, you’ll be needing them to make pretty keepsakes instead!

Spoilt Rotten Beads is holding its first ever Bead Festival on Saturday May 21 – with lots of beady fun planned.

It’s not just Glastonbury, Reading and Leeds, V and other music festivals

that draw in the wellies – the organisers of Spoilt Rotten’s Bead Festival are calling on festival goers to don their gumboots, with each welly-wearer promised a free gift with their shopping. The wackiest welly wearer will win a prize!

There will be workshops and demonstrations planned, such as learning to make a Mardi Gras brick stitch bracelet with Dizzy Di or micro macrame wraps and bridal headdresses with Jo Barclay Loggie. Booking is essential.

In addition, there will be lots of games and opportunities to win prizes or get a temporary henna tattoo. And of course, beads! Beautiful, glorious beads…

Bead Festival takes place from 9am to 5pm at Spoilt Rotten Beads, 7 The Green, Haddenham.

To book a course call 01353 749853. For more information see https://www.spoiltrottenbeads.co.uk/event/bead-festival/ or https://www.facebook.com/events/238703723153767/

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Ever wondered what it felt like to be a condemned rioter, awaiting execution in a Georgian gaol?

The Ely Museum will be marking the 200 year anniversary of the Littleport Riots with special events and re-enactments taking place throughout May 21.

People will be able to chat to condemned rioter John Dennis in his cell at the old gaol and visit Ely Courthouse witness the re-enactment of the rioters’ trials.

On May 22, 1816, riots broke out in Littleport after townsfolk demonstrated about rising living costs following the Napoleanic Wars and very harsh economic conditions. Many people were on the brink of starvation and some vented their fury on local businesses.

Fueled by alcohol, protestors went on the rampage in Main Street, smashing houses and shops before targeting the nearby vicarage. They headed to Ely by foot, causing more destruction. The army was eventually

called in from Bury St Edmunds to stop the carnage.The rioters returned to Littleport, barricading themselves inside the George and Dragon pub. Following a gun battle, two men were shot dead and many others were captured and committed for trial at the old gaol, which is now the Ely Museum.

Initially 24 people were sentenced to death. Fearing further riots, magistrates gave the rest of the rioters a reprieve from capital punishment, sending them to be transported to Australia instead, where they faced years of hard labour in very harsh conditions.

On June 28, 1816, John Dennis, William Beamiss, George Crow, Isaac Harley and Thomas South were hanged outside Ely. The following day they were buried in St Mary’s Church and a plaque was installed to commemorate them: “May their awful Fate be a warning to others”.

For more information about Ely Museum’s Remembering the Riots event, see https://www.facebook.com/events/1544632935841642/

Littleport Riots RememberedTali [email protected]

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The residents of Stretham are gearing up for their Feast weekend, which starts on Friday 13th May with an open mic family picnic and BBQ on the villages Recreation Ground. The whole weekend is packed with activities for the whole community. The theme of the Feast for 2016 is the Queen’s 90th Birthday.

On Saturday 14th May there will be a Farmers Market around the Village Cross starting at 9am. At 10am, St James’ church will host a Christian Aid Coffee morning and Craft Fair. Children can take part in the Grand Teddy bear Drop from the top of the Church Tower! Ely and Littleport Riot will be Morris Dancing at the Farmers Market at 11am.

Feast Day on Sunday 15th May starts with an outdoor church service at 12.30pm – weather permitting, followed by a parade at 1pm lead by the Cambridgeshire Caledonian Pipe Band and Fayre on the recreation Ground at 2pm. Stalls and attractions at the Fayre include Rodeo Bull, Bubble Football, fun photo booth, fun fair, hog roast, Pickled Pig cider bar, tug of war competition, fun dog show, crockery smash, dunk tank, performances by the Arco Iris Samba band and the Ely Silver Starlets Majorettes, plus many, many more stalls and activities on site. Many activities are free

The Village Show will be taking place during the Fayre in the Grand Marquee. Categories for the show include sandwich cake with filling, jar of preserves and cupcake

decoration for children.

Stretham’s Feast celebrations started in 1877 in order to raise funds for Addenbrookes Hospital, which in those days was dependant on voluntary contributions. This year money being raised during the parade is going to be donated to Pos+Ability which is a local registered charity which supports stroke survivors and those living with Parkinson’s Disease, Multiple Sclerosis and Muscular Dystrophy. Feast Day is always on the third Sunday in May.

Janet Parish, Chair of the Feast Committee said “We start planning the Feast in December of each year, it’s a big event with up to 2,000 people attending the Sunday Fayre. We are pleased to have so much support from the community for the Feast and try to provide something for everybody. As always we encourage those who have moved away or who have family in the village to come home for the Feast”.

The Feast is organised and run by a sub-committee of Stretham Parish Council. For more information about the Feast please go to the Parish Council web page strethampc.org.uk or visit our Stretham Feast Facebook page.

Feast of Fun Stretham

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Crowning Around 2016

Ely County Park 1Further access improvements have been carried out at Ely Country Park to enable more people to enjoy a fantastic day out.Access improvement works at the sloped footpath connecting Springhead Lane and the wildflower meadow in Ely’s award winning Country Park were carried out on behalf of East Cambridgeshire District Council.

The specification was developed in consultation with Ely Access Group and included the creation of a resting point, re-grading of the slope, a sturdier, more stable surface and the installation of a new handrail. This work has created improved access for wheelchair users and pushchairs following feedback from regular users of the Park.

The work complements the other access improvements already carried out at Cresswells Lane and Lisle Lane, forming part of the Council’s Ely Country Park Improvement Plan 2015-17.

Ely Country Park 2Cllr Richard Hobbs, Chair of the Commercial Services Committee at East Cambridgeshire District Council, said: “The Country Park is becoming a premier spot for families to enjoy a day out so I am

delighted that we have been able to do this work as part of ongoing improvements at the site.

“We want as many people as possible to be able to enjoy the park, which draws visitors from far and wide. It is the perfect spot for a picnic as children can run around safely and use the play facilities, and for adults there are several lovely walks to try. It is a day out that is suitable for all ages and we wanted to make sure everyone in the community has an equal chance to use the park.”

Community Project and Engagement Officer Lewis Bage, of East Cambridgeshire District Council, said: “The specification for the works was developed in consultation with Ely Access Group, local interest groups and the County Council’s Rights of Way Officer and we were very pleased to take their advice on board. Ely Access Group have been instrumental in shaping the access improvement works and mentioned that a resting place half way up the sloped footpath would be beneficial as they explained that some people may find the camber difficult and need to stop for a moment on their way up. This kind of insight was invaluable to us and we have incorporated it into the design.”

New access improvementscompleted at Ely Country Park

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Calling all nature lovers! A race to spot as many different types of birds as possible is due to take place on Sunday (May 15).

Ely Wildspace is organising the bird race, which typically takes place twice a year.

Members of the public are invited to meet at the top of Kiln Lane at 7am.

People will split into teams and set off in different directions around the Wildspace to see how many different bird species they can find.

The race is due to end at 10am.

For more information see https://www.facebook.com/ElyWildSpace

Fancy a Bird Spotting Race?Tali [email protected]

Can you offer cute Kira her forever home?

The sweet but shy crossbreed terrier has been at RSPCA Block Fen for 239 days without a single visit from anyone wanting to adopt her.

Staff at the shelter were so puzzled by the lack of interest that they put together a video, highlighting two-year-old Kira’s plight. Click to watch the video

The video has been shared hundreds of times – but Kira has yet to find anyone to adopt her.

She is best suited to a house with older children and no other animals. If you feel you could give Kira a home please contact RSPCA Block Fen on 0300 123 0726.

Can you give cute Kira a home?

Opens at the Babylon Gallery Saturday 14 May – meet the artists this Saturday 2 – 4pm

An exhibition of new contemporary textile work opens at the Babylon Gallery on Ely’s Waterside on Saturday 14 May and continues to Sunday 12 June.

stitch-links are a group of 5 contemporary textile artists who are scattered around East Anglia, London and Kent, who meet regularly for discussions, workshops and gallery visits.

The pieces created for their Babylon exhibition reflect the diverse way in which they work, one working with translucent natural hand dyed fabrics, another in three dimensions using felt combined with metal. All have created very unique textile works for this show.

You can meet the artists this Saturday at the exhibition launch from 2-4pm. Entry to the Exhibition is free, open Tuesday – Sunday 12 – 4pm. Find out more www.babylonarts.org.uk


Stitch-Links : Contemporary Textile Art

Exhibition

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WHAT'S ONMay 14th - Jun 2nd

Sister Act2nd-4th June 2016

The Maltings

Saturday 14th MayFarmers’ 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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Cake Sale – Asda Soham (For Year 6 St. Andrew’s Primary School)

8:30am - Asda Soham

Home made cake sale in aid of all year 6 from St Andrew's Primary School, Soham.


EDCC – B&T Motor Repairs Saturday Rides

9:00am - Witchford Village College

EDCC Saturday Group Rides There are two group rides leaving from Witchford on Saturday morning.


The Beeches Craft Fayre10:00am - The Beeches

The Beeches are pleased to announce we will be holding a craft Fayre on Saturday 14th May 2016, 10am-4pm.


Morris Dancers At Stretham Farmers’ Market

11:00am - Stretham, United Kingdom

Outside the Red Lion.spottedinely.com/16725

National Mills Weekend Open Day11:00am - Northfield Windmill

Northfield Mill Open Day in Soham.spottedinely.com/17728

Littleport Riot Trail Walk1:00pm - J H Adams and Sons


Charity Jumble And Cake Sale1:00pm - 103 High St, Sutton, CB6 2NW

A great selection of clothes, books, knick-knacks and, most importantly, cake!! All profits going to Women v Cancer.


EXTREME Saturday’s1:30pm - Jigsaw Dance Company

Pre-bookings for Saturday Extreme Sessions (Parkour).spottedinely.com/17376

Ely Wildlife Watch: “Images Of The Wild”

2:00pm - Pocket Park


Wicken Beer Festival 20164:00pm - The Recreation Ground, Chapel Lane, Wicken,

CB75XZWe are inviting you to join us for what we are expecting to be another fantastic day at this year's Wicken Beer Festival.


Real Ale And Real Hymns6:00pm - Church Lane, CB6 1PS Littleport

Real Ale and Real Hymns is back! An evening to enjoy great beer and great music together.


Ballroom Dance With The Umbrella Big Band

7:00pm - Hiam Sports & Social ClubSaturday May 14th 2016 will see the Umbrella Big Band return to Hiams Sports & Social Club Prickwillow, Ely.


A Ballroom Special Night With The Umbrella Big Band

7:00pm - Hiam Sports and Social Club, Putney Hill Road, Prickwillow, Ely, CB7 4UU

There’s an extra special ballroom event coming up at Hiam Sports and Social Club, Prickwillow on Saturday 14th May when we welcome back ‘The Umbrella Big Band’, a traditional 15 piece band comprising saxes, trumpets, trombones, and rhythm section.


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Celebration Of A Cappella And Barbershop7:30pm - King’s Ely

2 award-winning quartets from champions Great Western Chorus join the King's Barbers in a celebration of Barbershop and A Cappella.


The Off Beats8:00pm - The Cherry Tree , Haddenham


Strumthing8:00pm - Drayman’s Son Micropub

Nick & Marja perform jazz.spottedinely.com/17796

Medow Lane!8:30pm - The Crown Inn Littleport


The Return Of Mark Purdy9:00pm - The Kings Arms, Ely

He is back by popular demand.spottedinely.com/17330

Sunday 15th MayThe Shade Car Boot Sales12:00am - The Shade Primary School Soham

The Shade car boot sales are back! Our first one is just over a week away, Giving you all the chance over this bank holiday weekend to sort out your bits for selling! £5 Per pitch and sellers can set up from 11:30 am.


EDCC – B&T Motor Repairs Sunday Club Run

8:30am - Paradise Sports Centre

EDCC Sunday Rides.spottedinely.com/17794

Stretham Feast Fayre1:00pm - Recreation Ground, Stretham


The Square Peg Dog Show 20161:30pm - Stretham, United Kingdom

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Freddie & Friends New Orleans Jazz Men – Riverside Concerts

2:30pm - Jubilee Gardens

Part of the Summer Riverside concerts in Jubilee Gardens.


Zootropolis (PG)2:30pm - The Maltings

Zootropolis (PG) This animated animal extravaganza is set in a magical mammal city.


Sunday Music4:30pm - The Townhouse Pub

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6:00pm - Drayman’s Son MicropubBring your 33 or 45 vinyls for play in on Sunday night in Drayman's version of Desert Island Disc on played on an original 1960's Dansette Player just like your mum had.

spottedinely.com/17792Eddie The Eagle (PG)

7:30pm - Events_listEddie The Eagle (PG) 106 mins.


Monday 16th MayGames Night At The Drayman’s

Son7:30pm - Drayman’s Son Micropub

Join us every Monday for Games Night.spottedinely.com/16563

Tuesday 17th MayDavid Crystal On ‘The Gift Of The

Gab’!7:30pm - St Peter’s Church, Ely

We all know eloquence when we hear it.spottedinely.com/17319

Quiz Night8:00pm - The Kings Arms, Ely

So you think you know it all? PROVE IT.spottedinely.com/17694

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Ange Hardy And Lukas Drinkwater, Supported By Dan Wilde

8:00pm - Ely Folk Club

Nominated for the Horizon Award for best emerging talent at the 2015 BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards, Ange Hardy is a folk singer, songwriter and recording artist from West Somerset, England.


Beard To The Bone9:00pm - The Swan on the river

A silly couple of blokes with acoustic guitars and a mandolin.


Wednesday 18th MayThe Wednesday Night Club

7:30pm - The Swan on the river

Please join us at the monthly 'Wednesday Night Club' where singers - of any age/experience - have the opportunity to perform with a live jazz band fronted by the amazing Ivan Garford.


Eddie The Eagle (PG)7:30pm - The Maltings

Eddie The Eagle (PG) 106 mins.spottedinely.com/17201

Thursday 19th MayEly General Market

8:00am - Events_list

Every Thursday on the Market Square!.spottedinely.com/14242

Spotted In Ely Live – Idaho State University Chamber Choir

A Lunchtime Concert At Ely Cathedral

1:10pm - Ely Cathedral


Open Thursdays 20162:00pm - South Angle Farm Park

From 14th April we will be open every Thursday from 2pm

until 5pm for visits.


Ted Jevans7:00pm - Drayman’s Son Micropub

Various genres and very talented.


Lecture Series ‘A Vision For The Common Good’

7:30pm - Ely Cathedral

Lecture by; Canon Dr Malcomn Brown, Head of Mission

and Public Affairs Division, Church of England.


Friday 20th MayEast Cambs Community Give And

Gain12:00pm - Centre E, 24 Barton Road, Ely CB7 4DE

To link and connect, to mix and to match, the energy,

enthusiasm and motivation to build and develop the

already strong and happy East Cambs Communities.


Saturday 21st 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.


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Spoilt Rotten Beads Festival9:00am - Spoilt Rotten Beads

You're invited to the first ever Spoilt Rotten Beads

Festival! The day will be packed with fun and

games, festival inspired tutorials and kits and lots of

opportunities to win amazing goody bags for everyone

whether you visit us in store, online or on Facebook.


Pet Portraits @Scampers10:00am - Scampers Soham

Simon Berry Pet Photography will be in store at

Scampers to take photos of your pets.


Ely & District Model Railway Exhibition – Our 38th No Less!

10:30am - Ely College

A wide range of layouts and traders will be at the

show which will be in two large halls at Ely College on

Downham Road.


Remembering The Riots 1816-201611:00am - Ely Museum

Join us on Saturday 21st May as we 'Remember the

Riots' on the 200th Anniversary of the Littleport Riots

Head down to the museum where throughout the day

you can meet condemned rioter, John Dennis in his cell

at the old gaol and visit Ely Courthouse to witness the

reenactment of the rioters trials too!.



Pre-bookings for Saturday Extreme Sessions (Parkour).


80’s, 90’s & 00’s Night8:00pm - BAR62

Join us for an 80's, 90's & 00's Night.


Sunday 22nd MayThe Shade Car Boot Sales12:00am - The Shade Primary School Soham



Littleport Riots 2nd Centenary~Morris Invite

10:00am - Littleport, Ely, Cambs

An invite to dance at Littleport on Sunday 22 May 2015 please contact spottedinely.com/15760

Morris Dancers 200th Anniversary Of The Littleport Riots

10:00am - Littleport, Ely, CambsMorris dancers at various spots around Littleport,

Cambridgeshire.

spottedinely.com/16722Littleport Riot 200

10:00am - Adams Heritage Centre Littleport


Learning Canine First Aid – NEW COURSE

10:30am - Scampers Soham

Canine First Aid Course First Aid training for dogs.spottedinely.com/16791

Riot Treasure Trail11:00am - Adams Heritage Centre Littleport


Littleport Riot Trail Walk1:00pm - J H Adams and Sons


Somersham Town Band – Riverside Concerts




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Tia And The Bandits At The Townhouse

3:00pm - The Townhouse Pub


Alive@Five5:00pm - St George’s Church

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


‘Riot In The Blood’ Film And Exhibition Launch

7:00pm - Village Hall Victoria Street Littleport Ely Camb’s CB6 1RY


The Man Who Knew Infinity (12A)7:30pm - The Maltings

The Man Who Knew Infinity (12A) Dev Patel stars as real-life mathematical prodigy Srinivasa Ramanujan, who left Madras for Cambridge in 1913.


Simply 80’s8:00pm - Drayman’s Son Micropub

Brilliant artists who know everything 80's who will make you SOL! Sing out loud.


Monday 23rd MayFirst Soham Meet Up For Ely Fibromyalgia Support Group

1:00pm - Cafe Skylark

First meet up in Soham!.spottedinely.com/17097

Games Night At The Drayman’s Son

7:30pm - Drayman’s Son Micropub

Join us every Monday for Games Night.spottedinely.com/16564

Ancient Rome Comes To Ely, With Ben Kane & Harry Sidebottom!

7:30pm - Ely Library

Ben Kane comes to Ely for the first time with the second book in his gripping trilogy, Eagles of Rome.


Tuesday 24th MayTalking Dogs Scentwork: Level 1

10:00am - Developing Dogs

LEVEL 1: Tuesday 24th May 2016 TURN YOUR DOG’S

FAVOURITE PASTIME IN TO YOUR FAVOURITE HOBBY

Teach your dog how to become a detector dog Harness

the power of your dog’s nose SCENT 1: INTRODUCTION

TO SCENTWORK Your dog will be introduced to a specific

scent (catnip, cheese, ginger) and encouraged to give an

active indication when they have found the source of the

scent.


Lionel Shriver, Author Of ‘We Need To Talk About Kevin’, In Ely!

7:30pm - St Peter’s Church, Ely

The brilliant new novel from the Orange Prize-winning

author of We Need to Talk about Kevin centres on three

generations of the Mandible family as a fiscal crisis hits

a near-future America.


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Wednesday 25th MayEye In The Sky (15)

7:30pm - The MaltingsEye In The Sky (15) Starring Helen Mirren, Aaron Paul & Alan Rickman.


Thursday 26th MayEly General Market

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


Community Networking Coffee – Ely

10:00am - The Cutter InnAt the heart of the ‘Link4Growth community’ is the Link4More Coffee Session.



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


Taking Personal Responsibility6:00pm - Bishop Woodford House, Barton Road, Ely

How to Consciously connect on the inside to create the life you desire on the outside.


Jacen Bruce8:00pm - Drayman’s Son Micropub

Ely's original Rockabilly! A great night of live music!.spottedinely.com/17802

Friday 27th MayLGBTQ Drinks And Get Together!

7:00pm - The High FlyerThe last Friday of EVERY month – LGBTQ drinks and get together! Starting from Friday 27th May at 7pm An opportunity to chat and make new friends.


The Best Of Live Comedy!7:15pm - The Maltings

Join us for another fantastic night of laughs from some of the best on the live comedy circuit book tickets in advance to avoid disappointment!


Boogie With Bobby8:30pm - The Kings Arms, Ely

Disco Bobby is back by popular demand.spottedinely.com/17692

Saturday 28th MayFarmers’ Market: Craft &


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.


Glass Fusing Workshop10:00am - The Stained Glass Museum

Create your own pieces of fused glass and jewellery using a cornucopia of coloured glass at this fun Glass Fusing workshop! Join an expert tutor within a small class size to learn this unique skill at the Stained Glass Museum.


Discover Our Local Bees1:00pm - WWT Welney

Join our warden for an introduction to bees, with hints and tips to help you get closer to these incredible insects.



Pre-bookings for Saturday Extreme Sessions (Parkour).spottedinely.com/17377

Delta Pilots9:00pm - The Kings Arms, Ely

The return of the Delta Pilots.spottedinely.com/17690

Sunday 29th MayThe Shade Car Boot Sales12:00am - The Shade Primary School Soham



Living History Day At Oliver Cromwell House

9:00am - Events_list

Step back in time to the 17th Century and see historical Re-enactors both in the house and on St.


Wildlife Filming Drop-in Sessions10:00am - WWT Welney

Get hints and tips from two guides who have spent a year watching and documenting the wildlife highlights on the Ouse Washes.


Wild West Week10:00am - South Angle Farm Park

Monday to Friday in half term South Angle Farm Park is open for Wild West Week.


Chatterist Town Band – Riverside Concerts




There’s Nothing Worth More – Evening Concert

7:30pm - Lighthouse

Our 4 Week course on the Holy Spirit ends with a full Evening Concert on the 29th May.


West End Bank Holiday Quiz8:00pm - West End House

We're calling all eggheads this May to test the ol' grey cells with our usual battle of wits! Usual rules apply.


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[email protected]

Monday 30th MaySoham Carnival

9:00am - Soham Recreation GroundSoham Carnival is an event run on the last Bank Holiday in May each year, raising funds for local community organisations.


Wetland Safari9:30am - WWT Welney

Join a host of guides for a day of exploration on the reserve getting closer to the birds, insects, plants and mammals that make our wetlands so special.





Developing Puppy And Beginner Lifeskills Classes

6:30pm - Developing DogsDeveloping Puppy Life Skills Class 6.


Fenland Jam7:00pm - Ely Beet Club

Fenland Jam: Musical Opportunities: Youth Arts ProjectFenland 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.


Tuesday 31st MayPremier Sport Holiday Camp

9:30am - Burwell Community Sports CentrePremier Sport will be running a holiday camp on Tuesday 31st May at Burwell Community Sports Centre.





Open Mic Night8:00pm - The Kings Arms, Ely

All genres of entertainers welcome to perform in front of a live audience.


Wednesday 1st JuneWild West Week

10:00am - South Angle Farm ParkMonday to Friday in half term South Angle Farm Park is open for Wild West Week.


Half-Term Eco-Creative Fun10:30am - Re-Imagine Resource Centre

Create an awesome rainbow mosaic plaque with recycled felt.


Children’s Glass Fusing Workshop2:00pm - The Stained Glass Museum

If you're already planning for the next Half-Term, why try our Glass Fusing Workshops at the museum this upcoming half-term holiday? Although designed especially for children, the workshop is taught by local stained glass artist and expert tutor, Sarah Hunt.


Curry Club6:00pm - Sylhet

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


AmnesTEA6:00pm - The High Flyer

Drink tea and campaign for human rights.spottedinely.com/17555

Lecture Series ‘A Vision For Ministry’

7:30pm - Ely CathedralLecture by: Canon Mark Russell, Chief Executive and Community Leader of Church Army.


Songwriters Showcase8:30pm - The Townhouse Pub

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


Bat & Barn Owl Evening8:30pm - WWT Welney

Join us for an evenings’ exploration of the reserve.spottedinely.com/17473

Thursday 2nd JuneCathedral To Cathedral – The

Hereward Challenge4:00am - Peterborough, United Kingdom

Fundraising event walking 42 miles of the Hereward Way, Peterborough to Ely.


Ely General Market8:00am - Events_list

Every Thursday on the Market Square!.spottedinely.com/14244





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


Spotted In Ely Live – University Of Maine Singers A Lunchtime

Concert At Ely Cathedral2:00pm - Ely Cathedral

A 50 voice ensemble performing a mixture of sacred works and traditional English and American folk songs.


Sister Act – A Divine Musical Comedy

7:00pm - The Maltings

SISTER ACT is the feel-amazing musical comedy smash which has taken audiences by storm - and now it's coming to Ely with CAT Theatre Company.


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