E4Ely Issue 15

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Friday 27th May 2016Issue 15

WHATS ON

Super Xander Rides for Magpas

ITS ALL ABOUT PEOPLE

Prolific Ely fundraiser Xander Brown may only be eight – but he’s about to embark on his sixth bike ride for Magpas Air Ambulance – and this time, he’s set the bar higher still.

On August 7 the Ely St John’s year three student will endeavour a 50 mile cycle to and around Cambridge over two days to raise money for his favourite charity.

Xander has raised over £1200 for Magpas and has twice been invited to visit the lifesaving team at their base in Huntingdon.

Xander first became interested in fundraising at the age of five when his mum, Michelle, decided to take part in Comic Relief.

“He really liked the idea and said he wanted to do something for charity. Then one day we were shopping and Xander spotted one of the Magpas collection tins at the till and asked me, ‘What is the cool helicopter about?’ I explained and the rest is history!”

That year, Xander completed an impressive eight mile bike ride – something he has repeated and improved on every year since.

Last year, at the age of seven, he cycled 28 miles.

Not to be outdone, he hopes his 50-mile bike challenge will raise even more money for “a charity that saves lives every day with no government funding”.

Set up 45 years ago, Magpas Air Ambulance has over 60 highly trained doctors and paramedics, many of whom are volunteers and support the Ambulance Service.

Magpas attend incidents of life-threatening illness or major trauma across the East of England and beyond. In March alone they were dispatched 130 times.

To sponsor Xander go to http://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/fundraiser-web/fundraiser/showFundraiserProfilePage.action?userUrl=XanderBrown

Super Xander to bike 50 miles for Magpas

Tali [email protected]

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Contents

Friday 27th May 2016

FEATURES

Super Xander

Remebering Lost Friends

Sophie Doubles Sponsorship

Prizes Sought for a Defibriliator

Essentials by Sue

Rotary Cheque to Children Support

Dogs are Welcome

Editor: Mark Cooney [email protected] 07778576470

Community Tali IserlesReporter: [email protected]

Events: Alison Powell [email protected] 07816085258

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Lucy Frazer at Ely College

Harrys Artwork

Childrens Competition

Youth Consultation

Over 100 events in Whats On!!!!

Rewarding Volunteering

Sew Your Own

Food Donations

Montaz to Close

Taste of Continental

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Lucy Frazer, Member of Parliament for South East Cambridgeshire, brought parents, carers and Ely College management together to discuss the future of the school on Friday 20th May. This meeting, called by Ms Frazer, was primarily to address the change in the school’s sponsor from CfBT Schools Trust to Cambridge Meridian Academies Trust (CMAT) on July 1st, and to facilitate a dialogue between parents and carers of pupils and the new Trust.

Mark Woods, Chief Executive of CMAT, made a clear presentation about CMAT’s plan for Ely College going forward.

Measures suggested included the introduction of a school house system; a drive in teacher recruitment; and remedial work on school buildings. Mr Woods also stressed the importance of positivity and pride in the school.

Ms Frazer says: “The meeting was a great success in prompting an open discussion with parents and carers of pupils at Ely College and the new sponsors, CMAT. It is clear that CMAT has experience in turning schools around, and has positive ideas for the future of the school. I look forward to seeing CMAT put these ideas into practise in the coming months.”

Lucy Frazer MP chairs positive meeting at Ely College

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A project to help provide essential items for children and young people who may not have access to basics, such as toothpaste and soap, has been set up in partnership with the Police and East Cambridgeshire District Council.

The packs of basic toiletries, underwear and other essential care items will be made available through schools, GP services, food banks and other community-based organisations with the help of East Cambridgeshire Community Safety Partnership.

The project was set up after Police noted that some young shoplifters were stealing simply to provide themselves with such basics as underwear, deodorant and personal hygiene items that, for a variety of reasons, were not being provided at home.

Keen to ensure that young people did not end up carrying out criminal behaviour because of poverty or neglect, Crime Reduction Officer for East Cambridgeshire, Sue Loaker, decided to launch “Essentials By Sue.” This would give young people access to care packages of essential daily items so they did not suffer embarrassment or, in the worst case, resort to theft.

The project is supported by funding from the East Cambridgeshire Community Safety Project. Children in need of help will be identified by school, healthcare professionals, social services and other partner agencies and will be able to access these packs discreetly.

Sue Loaker said: “Essentials By Sue is a project that is being launched to protect the dignity and comfort of young ladies and men in East Cambridgeshire. Whilst often a necessity that is easy for many of us to take for granted, there are some that are struggling to get regular access to toiletries, sanitary items and underwear.

“Our fear is that lack of access to the most basic items not only causes discomfort for young people, but can also lead to embarrassment and bullying by their peers that can cause low confidence and a lack of self-esteem. In the worst cases, Police have seen young people resorting to crime in order to get hold of these essentials.”

The project, launching on May 26, will put together and distribute feminine and masculine care packages, toiletries and underwear to young people in need and also aim to support advice about healthy living and personal care.

Party animal and fitness fanatic Jenni Homent can’t bear to miss out on socialising or exercising.

So when the Ely mum of two discovered a full-on fitness regime that combined both, she was instantly hooked.

Since joining JTS – which prides itself on being “the toughest bootcamp in Ely” – back in January, the dedicated runner has managed to shave off two minutes per mile, improve on her already hectic social life and embrace each day with a smile.

Jenni says: “After working out whilst the sun rises, I feel ready to face the day. I also find the varied exercises fun, like flipping tyres!”

The mum to Maisie, five, and Josie, three, says that after completing an early morning workout (which starts at 6.30am), “I’m an extremely happy mum, ready to face the school run.”

After holidaying with Ashley Gifford and partying with hot pants-wearing Lucy Thorne, who both attend classes, Jenni started to feel that she was missing out on something good.

“I thought this JTS Fitness gets results! I also had

FOMO (Fear Of Missing Out) when a few of my friends, all members, attended a JTS Christmas party! I thought that’s it, I’m going to the next party – if it involves exercise then I’ll just have to deal with that.

“I also wanted to see my friends more regularly and with their busy lives this seemed the best course of action.”

As well as Ashley and Lucy, friends Sarah Chatterton, Sarah Salmons, Elise Jones, Dominic Gifford and Tom Jones also attend, so the classes, taught by instructor, Josh Taylor-Smith, have become a very social affair, despite being incredibly physically challenging.


Fit and fun: Ely mum says Ely bootcamp makes her face each day with a smile

Jenni says: “I have run for years always doing the 10k in one hour six and found it difficult to reduce my mile timings to anything less than 11 minutes.

“I have attended JTS sessions since January and although they aren’t purely cardio based within five months I am now running just under nine minute miles and I do less running practice!”

Every week Jenni seems to be running another personal best, she says.

“JTS has enhanced my life, not just through being fitter but also my general well being. Now I’ll put going to a JTS session first over going to a party! The hot pants are work in progress.”

JTS sessions take place at 6.30am and 6.30pm behind the Ely Rugby Club off Downham Road.

For more information see https://www.facebook.com/jointrainsucceed/?fref=photo or http://jts.fitness/

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Rewarding volunteering

An innovative scheme encouraging groups to give their time to their community in exchange for rewards has recently been launched in Ely – and those behind it hope its popularity will soar.

Cambridgeshire Time Credits project manager Yannick Auckland says many people who have never volunteered before are putting their names forward – and gaining free activities in return.

A handful of local organisations have already signed up to Time Credits, including Arts Development in East Cambridgeshire (ADeC), Ely Young People’s Project, The Countess of Ely Free Church, Littleport Timebank and the Care Network Community Development.

Ms Auckland hopes to expand the scheme, which brings together communities, charities, councils and businesses to encourage volunteering and sustainable community projects and services.

Speaking at a workshop in Ely last Friday, she said: “Time banking is about people giving their time to each other. Time credits are a little bit of extra flow added to that. It’s about groups

giving their time. We have schools, we have children’s centres, we have charities. For every hour that they give of their time they get an hour back.”

Through time credits, people are encouraged to get involved in their communities by volunteering their time to run groups, after school clubs, bingo nights, comedy events, community cafes and other services.People can share their skills and experiences in different ways – such as by teaching cookery courses, IT skills, information and advice. Or they can sit on committees, take part in consultations or contribute to newsletters. Alternatively they can help to maintain or improve the local environment, such as by litter picking or weeding in public areas.

For every hour they bank up through volunteering, they get a credit, which can be exchanged for fun activities, such as swimming or going to the cinema.

Ms Auckland said: “We are getting people who don’t traditionally volunteer to do so.”

More than half of those taking part in Time Credits have never volunteered before, she said.

“They get empowered.”


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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

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Selfless Sophia – the Ely schoolgirl featured on the front cover of last weeks E4Ely Magazine – has already raised more than twice her target to help youngsters battling with cancer.

As reported by Spotted in Ely, Sophia Isaacs, 10, is planning to have her luscious locks bobbed at the Pure Ely salon on July 2 to raise money for the The Little Princess Trust, a charity that provides real hair wigs to children who have lost their own hair due to cancer treatment.

The St John’s School year five pupil was initially hoping to raise at least £100 in sponsorship for the charity – but thanks to people’s generosity, including that of Spotted in Ely followers, she has already raised £210 in less than a week.

When you factor in Gift Aid donations, the total is a staggering £252.50.

Amazing work Sophia!

To sponsor Sophia go to http://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/fundraiser-web/fundraiser/showFundraiserProfilePage.action?userUrl=SophiaIsaacs

Sophia doubles sponsorship target in less than a week


Children urged to think about plight of refugees

in poster contest

Looking for something creative and thought-provoking to do with the kids this half-term?

Children across East Cambridgeshire are invited to consider the meanings of the words “home” and “refuge” in a poster competition aimed at increasing awareness and compassion for Syrians escaping war and persecution.

The competition, organised by the Ely Refugee Resettlement Campaign, is open to children of all ages, with prizes sponsored by local businesses.

On its website, the ERRC says: “In the fifth year of the Syrian War and with the increased coverage in the media of the plight of the refugees, ERRC is working to raise the awareness of school children in the area of the refugees’ situation, and to show that we are all human beings, deserving of a safe home.”

Those behind the competition hope that it will encourage those taking part to “discuss what the refugees are without, what they are looking for and what would make them happy, for example, safety, security, shelter, love, haven, hideaway, respect, worth, compassion.”

The title and theme for the poster is ‘REFUGE’, or, for younger pupils, ‘HOME’. Entries will be split into Key stages 1, 2, 3 and 4, with the winning entries and posters being displayed at Ely Library and at various events across the city, including Isle of Ely Arts Festival, Aquafest, and during Refugee Week (19th- 26th June).

The competition, which closes on June 7, will be judged by Ian Lindsey, the Mayor Elect of Ely, local artist Barbara Grafton and Dr Dee McCormack, a local GP, who is part of the ERRC.

Prizes have been donated by Burrows Bookshop, City Cycle Centre, Ely Fudge Company, Tindalls, Toppings and Co, WH Smith and Wilkinson’s.

For more information see elyrefugeeresettlement.co.uk


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Two Tesco Ely employees are preparing for a fundraising walk to keep “the memory alive” of two long-serving colleagues who tragically died within a day of each other.

On June 26 Shirley Hammond and Mel Starling will lead a scenic walk from Tesco supermarket along the Ely riverside and back to raise cash for Arthur Rank Hospice and the Alzheimer’s Society, together with family members, friends, colleagues and customers.

They hope other people will join them on their walk or sponsor these two worthy causes, the chosen charities of Angie Squires and Marlene Emery.

Back in January, Tesco staff, their families and friends – and over 30 days – took part in a charity walk from Downham Market to the Animal Rescue Centre in Denver to raise money for Arthur Rank Hospice and the animal shelter.

Soham grandmother Angie – a prolific fundraiser, who had raised £1000 for Macmillan Cancer Support – managed to make the start of the event, despite battling terminal cancer.

Angie, who was being cared for by Arthur Rank Hospice, died the following Sunday, on January 24, aged just 54.

The day before March grandmother Marlene had suffered a fatal heart attack at the age of 61. Marlene’s husband Malcolm, who had Alzheimer’s disease, had also recently passed away.

Remembering lost friends – and raising cash for their chosen charities


Shirley said: “All in all it’s been quite a sad time for colleagues at Tesco. Angie was on the till with us and Marlene worked in the garage. Both were long serving colleagues.”

On their fundraising page, Shirley and Mel say: “Marlene and Angie were wonderful ladies, full of life, and taken from us at a young age, and we would like to keep them both in our thoughts as we do the walk and raise money for their two chosen charities, Alzheimer’s and Arthur Rank Hospice.”

The two friends hope to beat the £620 they raised in January.

“If this one is a success too we hope to do this every year for them both to keep their memory alive.”

The memorial walk will take place at 10.30am outside Tesco. A suggested donation for those wishing to take part is £1.50 or £5 per family. The walk will end at Tesco, where there will be a tombola, games and other activities to raise money for Arthur Rank Hospice and the Alzheimer’s Society.

You can sponsor Shirley and Mel at https://www.justgiving.com/Shirley-Hammond1 (Arthur Rank Hospice) or https://www.justgiving.com/Shirley-Hammond (Alzheimer’s Society).

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Cambridgeshire’s top cop is so impressed by a local young artist’s creation that he has personally requested to keep it in his office.

Harry Redman, 13, was not shortlisted in the 11 to 13-years category in last month’s ArtReach 2016 – an awards scheme celebrating creative young people across East Cambridgeshire.

But Cambridgeshire Chief Constable Alec Wood was so impressed by Harry’s piece, depicting a couple embracing, that he wrote to him, asking if he could keep it in his office at Police Headquarters in Hinchingbrooke.

Sgt Phil Priestley said: “When the shortlisting was done locally, Mr Wood didn’t get to see Harry’s piece.

“When he saw it on display before the event he immediately pointed it out as his favourite.”

The theme of the contest was “mood or emotion”, and police were hoping to use winning pieces to decorate the “stark white walls” of the newly refurbished Ely Police Station.

Harry has granted the Chief Constable permission to

keep his work on display at Headquarters and promises to follow up with another submission for next year’s Art Reach.

The final event, hosted at Kings School in Ely last month, saw 18 young artists shortlisted and five awarded prizes for their outstanding submissions.

Harry’s artwork impresses top cop


Ever wished you could come up with an incredible outfit at short notice? Or mend your favourite ripped garment? Or impress your friends with your original sewn creations?

Sew Much To Do is running another of its popular five week Learn to Sew courses from June 6.

Pamela Tasker will be teaching sewing basics, introducing people to different techniques through a number of projects.

By the end of the course you will be able to tackle your own creations!

Those attending are requested to bring their own sewing machines or hire one from the shop if they don’t have one.

The course is suitable for absolute beginners and costs £120 with a £60 deposit required to secure your place.

The classes will take place at Sew Much To Do, High Street Passage, Ely, from 7pm to 9.30pm.

To book a place pop into the shop or call 01353 664000.

Sew your own creations in five weeks!


At a club meeting where he was a guest, Will Cowell from the Cambridge and Ely Child Support Centre was presented with a cheque for £1,000 by Ely Hereward Rotary President Janet Porter.

The Child Contact Centres provide a place where children from separated families can enjoy contact with a non-resident parent or other family member, offering a child-centred atmosphere which helps to build trust and confidence.

For more information about the Contact Centres, please visit http://ceccc.org.uk.

The Ely Hereward Rotary Club is always keen to meet people who would like to help them put something back into their local community. For more information please visit www.rotaryclubely-hereward.org.

Hereward Rotary Club presents cheque to Child Support Charity

featuresAn Ely primary school is fundraising for a lifesaving defibrillator – and is looking for residents and companies to donate prizes towards its annual summer fair.

Friends of the Lantern School, the Lantern Community School’s fundraising committee, is hosting the Lantern Summer Fete on June 25.

Its members hope proceeds will help raise cash for the emergency device, which sends electric shocks to the heart and can help save lives during cardiac arrest and other critical medical conditions.

The school, which is signed up to the Forest Schools scheme, is also saving for an outdoor classroom that would be used for numerous activities.

FOTLs is looking for prizes aimed at children and adults to go in a raffle and tombola, as well as any financial donations and contributions.

The fundraising committee also has stalls available for craftspeople and businesses to hire on the day, at a cost of £10 per stall.

Activities planned throughout the afternoon include a bouncy castle, zorbing balls, an obstacle course, glitter tattoos, refreshments and a barbecue, games and performances from the Lane Academy dance school.

All proceeds go towards the Lantern Community Primary School.

The fete will take place from 12pm to 3pm on the school grounds in Nene Road, Ely.

For more information see https://www.facebook.com/events/253635404996581/ or email [email protected]

Prizes sought to help school buy lifesaving

defibrillatorTali [email protected]

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We have recently gone to press with a story about how Francesca Galelli and Molly Curtis (aged 13) are helping us to launch a youth consultation panel that is aimed at improving our relationship with young people of school age in East Cambs.

The ages 12 - 16 are incredibly formative - and to be absolutely fair we do struggle to communicate clearly

with this age group, both with young men and young women.

Communication is not just about delivering messages - it's about listening too. It's not just about what young people mean to the future of the district - it's about what the district needs to do for young people right now.

So we are creating a panel of young people who we can regularly consult with, and listen to, to help us improve.

Sgt Phil Priestley offers:

"We've got a genuine appetite to improve the relationship we have with young people and we have a host of plans and initiatives to support that. We need to get it right - we don't want to guess, we want to consult. Young people are as important to us as school leavers and adults.

"We're not looking for a group of fans who want to celebrate the police and think we're brilliant. We want young people with ideas, who are ready to challenge us, and want to participate in a meaningful dialogue that will carry us forward."

The Consultation Panel will sit for the first time at the end of July. East Cambs Police are seeking another eight people to make up a ten person group.

If you are the right person for this group, get in touch with us now by sending a private message, or stop in at Ely police station and ask for Sgt Phil Priestley. If you know the right person - please forward this to them or speak to them about getting involved.

Youth Consultation Panel - We need you!

Dogs welcome at pet shop’s birthday bash

A Littleport pet shop will celebrate its second birthday this Saturday.

People are invited to pop into Jurassic Bark Pet Supplies and enjoy tea and cake with the staff.

On their Facebook page, they say: “Bring your dogs and they can catch up with some old friends.”

With every purchase made a raffle ticket will be given out, with a top prize of £50 to spend in either of Jurassic’s two stores.

The special event will start at 10am, with the raffle winner announced at 5pm.

Jurassic Bark Pet Supplies is based at Unit 3b, Saxon House, Innovation Business Park, off the A10.

It also has a shop in Downham Market.

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The Ely Foodbank on Barton Road has made a fresh appeal for donations to help under privilege families in the East Cambridgeshire region.

Food can be donated at the Ely branches of Sainsbury, Tesco, Nisa (Market Street) and Waitrose. Soham donations can be received at Asda and Co-op. Chatteris and March donations can be received at the Co-ops and the March Tesco. Littleport donations can be recieved at Co-op.

Currently they urgently need:

Milk (UHT or powdered)Sugar (500g)Fruit Juice (carton)Pasta SaucesSponge pudding (tinned)Tomatoes (tinned)CerealsRice Pudding (tinned)Instant CoffeeInstant mash potatoTinned meat/fishTinned vegetablesTinned fruitJam andBiscuits or snack bars

How a foodbank worksFood is donated

The main way that food is donated is though ‘Supermarket Collections’. These collections engage the public at supermarkets where they are met by volunteers who give them a ‘foodbank shopping list’ and ask them to buy an extra item with their shop, which is then donated to the foodbank. Schools, churches, businesses and individuals also donate non-perishable, in-date food to the foodbank. All food given out by foodbanks is donated.

Food is sorted and stored

Once collected, the food is sorted by volunteers who check it’s in date and pack it into boxes ready to be given to people in need.

Frontline professionals identify people in need

Care professionals such as doctors, health visitors, social workers, Citizens Advice Bureau staff, welfare officers, the police and proabation officers amongst others identify people in crisis and issue them with a foodbank voucher.

Clients receive food

Foodbank clients bring their voucher to a foodbank centre where it can be exchanged for three days supply of emergency food. Volunteers meet clients over a cup of tea and are able to signpost people to agencies able to solve the longer-term problem.

Fresh calls for Foodbank donations

Another local restaurant has

today announced it is to close.

Montaz on Market Street announced on their Facebook page that they are to close as of next Monday, 30th May.

They curry house will be open as normal for the weekend but will not open on Monday.

Staff at the restaurant have told us that they will be closed for a just a short while so they can convert it to an English restaurant under the same owners.

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A taste of the continent is coming to Ely this Bank Holiday weekend with the return of the Continental Market on Saturday, Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday, 28 – 30 May.

Experience the sights and sounds of a traditional continental market, with stalls selling everything from freshly made paella, crêpes and tartiflette to artisanal cheese and charcuterie, olive oils and preserves, as well as all kinds of patisserie and confectionery. Plus there will be many crafts including handmade Provencal soaps, amber jewellery, woodcarvings, objets d’art and fashion accessories.

The market runs from Saturday 28 May on Ely High Street alongside the weekly Craft & Collectables Market and Farmers’ Market. On Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday, 29 & 30 May, the Continental Market can be found on Ely Market Place alongside the Sunday and Bank Holiday Markets.Emma Grima, Director of Commercial and Corporate

Services, said: “We are looking forward to a splash of Spring sunshine to highlight the best of the Continental Market and our regular weekly Ely Markets. There will be something for all the family – whether you want to try out delicious continental foods or buy a special gift. The atmosphere is always great and there is plenty of interest for everyone, whatever their taste.”

The Continental Market is part of Ely Markets’ “Love Your Local Market” celebrations – a national campaign highlighting the best that markets have to offer.

Find the Continental Market from 10am until 4pm every day along Ely High Street on Saturday and on Ely Market Place on Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday.

There’s also Ely Markets regular weekly Saturday Craft & Collectables Market, Farmers’ Market and Sunday Market alongside the Continental visitors.

There’s lots of choice for all, including an abundance of delicious foods to try, as well as a wide range of marvellous, hand-crafted gifts and fresh, tasty produce to purchase, so come along and browse Ely Markets and the Continental Market this bank holiday weekend.

Don’t miss out on the fun – head down to Market Place and High Street on Saturday 28th, Sunday 29th & Monday 30th May 2016.

A Taste of the Continent in Ely this Bank Holiday Weekend

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WHAT'S ONMay 28th - Jun 12th

Soham Carnival30th May 2016

Soham

Saturday 28th 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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Continental Market8:00am - Ely Market

A weekend of great tastes from the visiting Continental Market.


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.


EXTREME Saturday’s1:30pm - Jigsaw Dance Company

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

Hiams Rock’n’Roll Night7:00pm - HIAMs Rock’n’Roll

Saturday 28th May looks like being another great night at Hiams with the first time appearance here of "Eddie Martin and his Rhythm Cruisers", a well-established 50’s Rock'n'Roll band from the Midlands.


John Barry Performing7:30pm - Witchford Sports & Social Club

Always a great night with John Barry.spottedinely.com/18233

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

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.


Continental Market8:00am - Ely Market



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.


Chatterist Town Band – Riverside Concerts

2:30pm - Jubilee Gardens

Part of the Summer Riverside concerts in Jubilee Gardens.


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Quiz Night – Book Your Table Now!6:30pm - Little Downham Anchor

Quiz Night £1 per person - winning team takes all the money last time winning team took just over £30!!! MAX 6 IN A TEAM Limited tables so booking is advisable - either drop us a message on Facebook or call the Anchor on 01353 699333.


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.


Broken Arrow 60’s Covers7:30pm - The Kings Arms, Ely

Come to our Sunday sounds with broken Arrow playing 60s covers! Great night to be had!.


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.


Live Music At The Minster Tavern9:00pm - The Minster Tavern

Not sure what to do this bank holiday weekend? Join us at The Minster tavern as we spread the musical joy over 2 days with Jacen Bruce and the Memphis Underground rockin and Rollin on Sunday from 9pm followed on Monday by the calming notes of Mr Jack Austin from 7pm.


Monday 30th MayContinental Market

8:00am - Ely Market



Soham Carnival9:00am - Soham Recreation Ground

Soham 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.


Wild West Week10:00am - South Angle Farm Park

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


Bank Holiday Gourmet Street Food Festival

11:00am - The Fountain Inn

Street Food Festival in The Fountain car-park on the Soham Carnival day with the following vendors: 'Holy Schnitzels' - a small family business serving authentic Austrian mountain food.


Developing Puppy And Beginner Lifeskills Classes

6:30pm - Developing Dogs

Developing Puppy Life Skills Class 6.spottedinely.com/17493

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 Micropub

Join us every Monday for Games Night.spottedinely.com/16565

Live Music At The Minster Tavern9:00pm - The Minster Tavern

Not sure what to do this bank holiday weekend? Join us at The Minster tavern as we spread the musical joy over 2 days with Jacen Bruce and the Memphis Underground rockin and Rollin on Sunday from 9pm followed on Monday by the calming notes of Mr Jack Austin from 7pm.


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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 JuneTwo Day Half Term Cheer Camp!10:00am - Affinity Gym, Units 1-3 Grovemere Court, Brook

Street Soham CB7 5BAAffinity Cheerleading is holding a two day Cheer Camp open to all, whether you are total beginner or seasoned pro! Come and join us to learn all about stunting and tumbling and we will be helping you put together an awesome routine! Suitable for age 6-14.





Half Term Drop In10:00am - Ely Cathedral


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 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.


AmnesTEA6:00pm - The High Flyer

Drink tea and campaign for human rights.


Lecture Series ‘A Vision For Ministry’

7:30pm - Ely Cathedral

Lecture 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.


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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

Two Day Half Term Cheer Camp!10:00am - Affinity Gym, Units 1-3 Grovemere Court, Brook

Street Soham CB7 5BA

Affinity Cheerleading is holding a two day Cheer Camp open to all, whether you are total beginner or seasoned pro! Come and join us to learn all about stunting and tumbling and we will be helping you put together an awesome routine! Suitable for age 6-14.





Corgis, Castles & Crowns Half-Term Craft Morning At Ely Museum

11:00am - Ely Museum

Join us for 'Corgis, Castles & Crowns' themed crafts this Half-Term holiday at the museum! Enjoy making crafts and decorating Union Jack biscuits as we celebrate the 90th birthday of the Queen! Tickets are already going fast, so please contact the museum quickly to book to avoid disappointment **Please note - spaces cannot be booked or reserved via this facebook event page, please contact us directly on 01353 666655


Open Thursdays 20162:00pm - South Angle Farm Park

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 MaltingsSISTER 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.


Isle Of Ely NCT Annual Meeting And Social

8:00pm - The Cutter InnWe would like you to invite you to our Annual Members' Meeting and Social which will be held on Thursday 2nd June, 8-10:30pm in The Captain's Lounge at The Cutter, 42 Annesdale, Ely, CB7 4BN who have kindly given us free use of the room.


Friday 3rd JuneCathedral To Cathedral – The

Hereward Challenge4:00am - Peterborough, United Kingdom

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


Isle Of Ely NCT Bumps, Babies And Beyond With Crackpots

10:00am - Ely Methodist churchFREE tea, coffee and cakes for all parents, carers and parents to be, we just ask for a donation to enable us to continue to run this group for free.





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National Blood Service1:00pm - Burwell Community Sports Centre

Come along and dontate blood for the National Blood Service from 1pm - 7pm.



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.


Barstool Angels Last Hurrah At The Drayman’s Son


We're sticking around, but sadly live music at the Drayman's Son isn't.


Karaoke At The Comrades8:00pm - The Comrades Club

Come and joins us at The Comrades Club Soham for a great night of singing and cheap drinks.


Sammy K’s All Star Tribute Show9:00pm - The Kings Arms, Ely

Come and see this great show with tributes to Robbie Williams, Tom Jones, Freddie Mercury, Neil Diamond, Meat Loaf, Buddy Holly, Elvis and MANy more.


***Saturday 4th JuneGeneral 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.


Fete Day9:00am - Little Downham Recreation ground

This year's fete is taking place on Saturday 4th June and it would be great to see you there.


Grand Opening Of Two Amazing Businesses

9:00am - Beauty by Becky

Beauty by Becky (Becky Cross) and Little Beauty Treats (Louise Nicholas) are joining together to become The Beauty Loft Ely.


Cambridge Dog First Aid Course10:00am - Ely Cathedral Centre

What You Learn Today Can Save A Dog's Life Tomorrow! "We attended the Southend course today and thoroughly enjoyed it! Would highly recommend it to people to attend either for working with dogs or just dog owners".


Cafe Skylark’s 1st Birthday10:00am - Cafe Skylark

It's time to celebrate Cafe Skylar's first birthday.spottedinely.com/18023

Etheldreda Craft And Food Fair10:00am - Palace Green

An annual craft and food fair on Palace Green in front of Ely Cathedral showcasing local gifts and produce.


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what’s on in elyLittle Downham Village Fete

Evening Do!6:30pm - Little Downham Village Hall

Come for a great evening of dancing the night away to the great sounds created by 'Now Wash Your Hands' Adults £10 Children £2.


Family Prize Bingo6:30pm - Ely Beet Club

Family Prize Bingo at the Beet Club in Ely.spottedinely.com/18214



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.


Bat & Barn Owl Evening8:30pm - WWT Welney

Join us for an evenings’ exploration of the reserve.spottedinely.com/17470

Tony Fernandez Soul Disco8:30pm - The Kings Arms, Ely

Tony Fernandez is in town doing what he does best! Your feet won't be able to stand still!.


Sunday 5th JuneThe Shade Car Boot Sales12:00am - The Shade Primary School Soham



Ely & District CC – Open 10 Mile TT9:00am - Events_list

Annual Open TT - entry must be with CTT On-line or paper entry (blank form under files) On-line entry closes on 24th May, paper entry must be with me by Saturday 28th.


Open Farm Sunday 201610:00am - G’s Open Farm Sunday


Classic Vehicle Show10:00am - Littleport Leisure Centre

There will be a classic vehicle show taking place during this year's Fun Day.


Car Boot Sale10:00am - Littleport Leisure Centre

We are hosting a Car Boot Sale as part of our Fun Day events.


Fun Dog Show At Littleport Fun Day!

12:00pm - Littleport Leisure Centre

The show will run along side the Fun Day which will have a range of activities for all the family.


Real Ale Beer Festival12:00pm - Littleport Leisure Centre

To compliment our Family Fun Day we have decided to host our very own Beer Festival out on the field.


Wississippi Jazzmen – Riverside Concerts

2:30pm - Jubilee Gardens



Jazz Picnic At The Palace3:00pm - Old Palace, Ely, CB7 4EW

RONNIE SCOTT’S COMES TO ELY FOR A JAZZ PICNIC AT THE PALACE By kind permission of the King's School, Amnesty International Ely City Group are delighted to announce that, following three sell-out concerts, we are once again bringing members of Ronnie Scott’s All Stars to Ely for a memorable afternoon of brilliant jazz.


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.


TNT7:30pm - The Kings Arms, Ely

Rock Band TNT.spottedinely.com/17684

Monday 6th JuneSketchy Ely Drink And Draw

6:00pm - Starbucks Ely

Bring an object, plus live Barrister model.spottedinely.com/17630

Games Night At The Drayman’s Son


Join us every Monday for Games Night.spottedinely.com/16566

Tuesday 7th JuneSummer Club

7:00pm - Paradise Sports Centre

Hi All, Although the official badminton season is nearly over, Ely Victoria will again operate a weekly summer club which starts Tuesday 7th June.


Charity Quiz Night7:45pm - The Kings Arms, Ely

Charity Quiz night to raise money for Fenprobe, the talking news! Book your table for a maximum of 6 people.


Wednesday 8th JuneOpen House

10:00am - Ely, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom

We have our next planned Open House in Ely.spottedinely.com/18081

Thursday 9th JuneEly General Market

8:00am - Events_list

Every Thursday on the Market Square!.spottedinely.com/14245

what’s on in ely

Don’t see an event your hosting listed?

If you have any questionsemail Alison, Events Manager at

[email protected]

Open Thursdays 20162:00pm - South Angle Farm Park

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


NT Encore: The Audience (12A)7:00pm - The Maltings

Helen Mirren’s multi-award-winning performance as Queen Elizabeth II - returns to cinemas in celebration of the monarch’s 90th birthday.


Friday 10th JuneOpen Afternoon

1:00pm - Butterfly Pre-School and Dragonfly Den Children’s Club

Our premises will be open for anyone to drop in and view the setting and find out about the services that we offer to children and their families in the local community.


The New Horizons Flyby Of Pluto – One Year On

7:30pm - Vernon Cross room, Ely Museum, Market Street, Ely.

Dr Paul Money (Lincs.spottedinely.com/17002

Fiveska At Ely9:00pm - The Kings Arms, Ely

FREE ENTRY.spottedinely.com/17032

Saturday 11th JuneFarmers’ 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.


WVC Cabin Car Boot Sale8:00am - Witchford Village College

The Cabin at Witchford Village College are holding a Car Boot Sale to raise money for extra therapy/social skills sessions for students with autism who are placed there.


Glass Painting Workshop At The Stained Glass Museum10:00am - The Stained Glass Museum

Design and create your own painted panel of stained glass at this popular workshop Join an expert tutor within a small class size to learn this unique skill at the Stained Glass Museum.


Ely Tigers Rugby 7’s & Beer Festival10:00am - Ely Tigers Rugby Club

Come along to Ely Tigers Rugby Club on Saturday 11th June to join us for a fantastic beer fest and fun day.


Summer Fair10:00am - St George’s Church

St George's annual Summer Fair, with games galore, arts, crafts, bric-a-brac and food.


Queen’s Birthday Barbecue4:00pm - St George’s Church

Following the Summer Fair there will be a fellowship BBQ - bring your own drinks, chairs and crowns! Sign up in church or via email/message for the food.


Live Motown Music Show – In Aid Of Lisa’s Fund Charity


Join us for a fantastic evening of Live Motown Music from the A+C Motown show team, with support from Billy G , to raise monies for this wonderful local charity.


Murder Mystery7:00pm - Highfield School

It's the day of the village fete, and there's been a murder! Prepare for intrigue, dead ends and dirty deeds, as you and your team mates solve the mystery of Wobbly Bottome.


Jazz, Funk & Soul Night (You Know You Want To!)

8:30pm - The Kings Arms, Ely

What more can we say: they're here! Chris Brown (Star 107.


Sunday 12th JuneThe Shade Car Boot Sales12:00am - The Shade Primary School Soham



Wildlife Filming Workshop9:30am - WWT Welney

Take your first steps into wildlife filming with our guides this spring and find out how incredible capturing events on our wetlands can be.


Fitness Charity Event9:45am - Little Downham Village Hall

I am so happy to announce Tania Fitness and Horizons Dance & Fitness Academy are teaming up to put on a charity fitness event on in June.


Sutton Feast Presents: A Fun Dog Show

10:00am - Sutton-in-the-Isle

Sutton's Fun Dog Show is back for 2016.spottedinely.com/15781

Littleport Timebank Litterpick10:00am - Littleport Leisure Centre

Litterpick at Littleport Leisure Centre following Leisure Centre Funday the previous week.


The Burwell Beer Run 201611:00am - Burwell

Ready Steady Go! The Burwell Beer Run is coming.spottedinely.com/15818

CSD Brass – Riverside Concerts2:30pm - Jubilee Gardens



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