Spotted in Ely - Issue 12 - Kids Landmark Lost

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I T’S ALL A BO UT PEO PLE Issue 12 - May 2nd 2018 The community E-Magazine for East Cambridgeshire

KIDS' LANDMARK LOST Sad day for children in Ely

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American Park gone forever Tali Iserles tali@spottedinely.com

An iconic Ely adventure playground, recently plagued by litter and vandalism, has gone forever.

However, the Ministry of Defence told Spotted in Ely that the decision to remove the playground, known locally as the American Park, was unrelated to its recent troubles.

On April 27 the play equipment was dismantled from its site off Heaton Drive and trucked off. Spotted in Ely understands it may have been reinstalled at a Suffolk school.

Today an MOD spokesperson told Spotted in Ely: “The service family accommodation at Ely has been declared surplus to future requirements, therefore the play equipment has been removed.�

The US Air Force had been due to leave RAF Mildenhall by 2022 but this has now been extended to at least 2024.

Many of the buildings that used to house American service personnel and their families, near the Princess of Wales Hospital in Ely, have been lying empty for years.

The American Park was initially built for American military families in the area but became very popular amongst local families too.

In 2016 it was temporarily closed due to major vandalism but eventually reopened after costly work to repair it.

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In October 2017 residents reported seeing a group of teens urinating on slides, having sex in the park and trashing equipment.

The behaviour of a minority of youth meant many others were scared to use the park – one of the few playgrounds in Ely catering for older children.

One resident said she saw the group vandalising fences, dumping litter and intimidating other children.

“If they behave like this with families present, I can only imagine what they do when we’re not there.

When the boys took to the main apparatus it just became too dangerous, not to mention intimidating for our kids and every single family left at that point, taking refuge in the toddler park.”

Shortly after it was closed again – as it turned out, for the last time.

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Ely Country Park Endorsed with Natural England Accredited Status Ely Country Park has been recognised by Natural England and awarded accredited country park status.

This acknowledgement follows recent developments and successes for the park including the installation of a new multi-play ship which was opened in during Love Parks Week in July 2017 and its fourth consecutive Keep Britain Tidy Green Flag Award in 2017.

Along with Ely Country Park’s Green Flag Award, the Natural England accreditation evidences the park’s high-quality standards as a place for everyone in East Cambridgeshire to enjoy.

Chair of the Community Services Committee, Councillor David Ambrose-Smith said: “I am delighted that Ely Country Park has been awarded country park status for the second time in a row. We work hard to ensure that our parks offer a range of facilities for our community and it is wonderful to be recognised on a national scale.”

Ely Country Park boasts several features including play areas, sculptured walking routes and spectacular views of Ely Cathedral.

Service Delivery Champion for Open Spaces and Facilities, Councillor Lisa Stubbs, said: “I am absolutely thrilled that the fantastic work of the Open Spaces Team and our brilliant volunteers has been appreciated by Natural England. This status is testament to their dedication and effort to make Ely County Park a fantastic place to visit” Established in 2009, the park is a fantastic place for families, residents and visitors to enjoy and explore the fenland landscape and great outdoors.

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SURPRISE SURPRISE Tali Iserles tali@spottedinely.com

Students at Ely College got a special surprise during their last ever Year 11 assembly this week - a flurry of “lucky” envelopes to help them with their exam revision!

Each student received messages of “good luck”, encouraging them to push on with their prep and reminding them of the support available to them.

Secret notes from their families and staff were shared in a bid to boost their confidence and give them the drive to push on with revision.

What a lovely idea, Ely College! Good luck to everyone preparing for their GCSEs and other exams!

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Americn Park Closes

Country Park Endorsed

Surprise Surprise

Paradise Lost

Pink & Blue

Make A Splash

Foodie Weekend

Aquafest Memories

G’s Visit

Netball

Old Skool

Octagon Cycling

What’s On

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Paradise lost but new beginnings for "Turbo" Turner Tali Iserles tali@spottedinely.com

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Spotted in Ely Magazine A slice of Paradise will be forever lost for swimming champion Hayley Turner when Ely’s central pool closes this weekend.

Hayley’s excited about the opening of The Hive – but the Paradise Pools hold special memories for the Little Downham record-breaker.

Nicknamed “Turbo Turner” for her super speeds, at the tender age of nine, Hayley helped open the Paradise Pools, together with Olympic swimmer Sharron Davies, in April 1981.

The cabinets inside the building host trophies recordbreaking Hayley’s won – including one for being the first female in the county to swim 100m freestyle in under a minute.

The Paradise Pool’s last day of opening will be this Monday, with plans by the council to demolish the building shortly after. The Paradise Centre will remain.

Hayley told Spotted in Ely: “The pool closure this week had brought back a flood of happy memories as we say goodbye to our Paradise Swimming Pool.

“For me it was my early start in my successful swimming career and it is with a heavy heart I write this and snap photos of my children and I outside in its final days.”

Then named Hayley Tooke and living in Wentworth, Hayley started swimming in local private pools at the age of six before joining the Ely Swimming Club at the old open air pool – now the cement works – where she met fellow swimmers and lifelong friends, Cheryl Letts, Tracy Nicholas and Kelly Newark.

“We then moved to the Paradise Pool. By this time I was nine years old and already had a band of wins to my name. I was selected to present Sharron Davies with a commemorative plaque when she came to open the pool. Ironically some years later I raced against her on her comeback to swimming in the Commonwealth Trials consolation final.”

The Paradise Pools served as the perfect springboard for Hayley’s athletic career – as a teenager, she was headhunted by the England swimming coach, who secured a spot for her at Kelly College in Devon, which boasts some of the best swimming facilities in the country.

“I am still winning medals at the National Masters each year and last year helped our team finish in gold position for the 4x50m freestyle relay, swimming my leg in close to 28

seconds…not dissimilar to the times I did back in my teenage years.

“The imminent pool closure has meant I have dug out the scrapbooks of photos of my team mates and I winning trophies and club gains up and down the country. I’ve shared these with my children, now six and seven years old, who have loved reading all about my swimming career.

“And it’s a particularly pertinent time for us as they have literally recently started swimming club and are about to do their second session just before the pool closes, coached by one of my very oldest swimming buddies, Tracy Nicholas.”

At the age of seven, Hayley’s daughter, Faith, is already in Stage 8, while son Toby, six, has almost completed Stage 6. Husband Mark Turner is an Ultra Marathon and extreme triathlon competitor, while Hayley is gearing up for her third and fourth Ironman events this year.

Hayley recently completed her Level 1 swim teacher training at the Paradise Pools and is planning to go into swim coaching.

Despite being a super sporty family, the Turners don’t plan to push their kids, who both attend Downham Feoffees Primary Academy, into the same lifestyle – unless they want to do it.

Hayley said: “Should they wish to continue their love for swimming there is no doubt in our minds that we shall do as our parents did… dedicating themselves to our competitive edges, driving us everywhere, ensuring we made morning and evening training, juggling homework.”

The former Fenland Flyer star swimmer is excited about the opening of The Hive, Ely’s new leisure centre, but the Paradise Pools will always hold a special place in her heart.

On Wednesday, Hayley went for her last swim at the Paradise with the kids.

“Faith pushed me in as a surprise and that’s a true swimmers celebratory way of doing things!”

Hayley said: “Farewell Paradise Pool…you held a lot of fond memories for me in my youth and now for my children as they start out on their swimming journey.”

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Fed up with just pink and blue? Get to Little Roos!

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Five-year-old Alex Fickling was first through the door when Little Roos opened on Saturday.

Torn between a hummingbird top and a stripy dress, the Pymoor resident eventually went for the latter, enticed by its bright colours and bold patterns.

Mum Vicki Fickling said the unusual range offered inside the new shop was refreshing, with brands such as Frugi, known for its vibrant, organic cotton prints.

“That’s why I buy Frugi – it’s not just pink and blue.”

practical – while being bright and colourful at the same time.

The award-winning brand’s headquarters are now based at an organic farm in Cornwall – but you don’t have to travel that far (or shop online) to shop Frugi anymore.

Little Roos also stocks Emile et Rose, Hatley, Petit Bateau and Angel and Rocket.

For more information, including opening hours, click here. https://www.littleroos-ely.co.uk/

Based on Ely High Street, at the site of where Handmade Hotspot used to be, Little Roos is the brainchild of Downham Market grandparents Margaret and Mike Rooney.

Margaret said she saw a gap in the market and decided Ely needed a range of “good quality, branded clothing”, catering for babies and children.

“We’ve got nine grandchildren and we all love Frugi.”

The couple, who have a boat at Ely Riverside, said the city’s shoppers wanted more choice when it came to children’s clothes.

Unicorn skater dresses, seaside prints and super stripes are all the rage – with all the colours of the rainbow represented.

The brand Cut4Cloth was launched in 2004 when its founders couldn’t find clothes big enough to fit over their baby’s cloth nappies.

They launched a range of clothes from their living room and eventually grew the business, renaming it Frugi (Latin for “fruits of the earth) in 2008.

The clothes are designed to be ecological, durable and

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Make a splash next month at Cambridge Aqua Park Want to have a go at a Total Wipeout style challenge near Ely? You shore can now!

Or at least, on Saturday, May 12, when Cambridge Aqua Park opens to the public.

The inflatable obstacle course has now been installed in Stretham, with a “few more finishing touches to the site” to be completed before the grand launch.

That weekend will be a busy one in East Cambridgeshire, coinciding with the open weekend at Ely’s new leisure centre, The Hive, before it officially opens on Monday, May 14.

Cambridge Aqua Park, on the same site as Hannam’s Wake Hub, is hoped to draw thousands of visitors to the area.

The family owned lakeside attraction, off the A10, is now taking bookings for its hour-long sessions, which will cater for up to 60 people at a time, aged eight or over.

There will also be morning sessions for kids as young as six, providing they are confident in the water.

Although life jackets and wetsuit hire is included in the £20 price, those taking part have to be able to swim to the inflatables.

Manager Jess Hannam hopes Cambridge Aqua Park will appeal to a wide cross section of visitors, from those seeking stag and hen do’s with a difference to local people looking for a fun, family activity.

People will be able to book the park for birthday parties and other events, with special discounts available for group bookings.

Jess and her team plan to test out the obstacle course before it opens to the public.

Cambridge Aqua Park will initially be open during weekends but throughout the summer holidays it will be open every day from 10am to 6pm.

It will close for the winter in late September.

For more information click here. https://www.facebook.com/ cambridgeaquapark/

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Where can you buy “Scotch Eggless”, ethical clothing, cruelty-free beauty products – and up-cycled furniture?

At Ely’s Vegan and Vintage Fair, of course!

Ely Markets is gearing up for its iconic fair this May Day bank holiday weekend.

This popular event brings together an eclectic mix of vegan food alongside vintage, retro and traditional market stalls.

It’s going to be an epic weekend for foodies, coinciding with Ely’s Food & Drink Festival at Palace Green on Sunday and Monday, and Eel Day on Saturday, with its annual parade planned from Cross Green to Jubilee Gardens at 10.30am.

Julia Davis, of Ely Markets, hopes the Vegan and Vintage Fair will appeal to young and old, regardless of diet or lifestyle.

“You don’t have to be vegan to appreciate it – we’ve got delicious food and drink that’ll please everyone, as well as lots of vintage stalls.

“It’s a chance to experience something new and enjoy a bit of retro fun while soaking up the atmosphere of our beautiful city.”

There will be a diverse range of vegan food available – from meat-free burgers and Sri Lankan curry to Food by Lizzi’s famous “Scotch Eggless” and delicious cakes.

Visitors should also look out for vegan beauty products and ethical clothing.

Julia said: “Our markets have a great reputation for vegan food. At our Vegan and Vintage Fair, we’re bringing together local favourites with food and producers from all over the region. We’ve got something for everyone.”

Street food fans can try out vegan burgers, wraps, samosas and curry, washed down with vegan-friendly coffee, tea and cake – plus a bar on the Market Place for anyone after a stronger tipple.

As well as sampling vegan food, visitors can also browse a selection of retro-inspired stalls. There will be vintage and upcycled furniture – plus collectables, clothes and records.

Julia said: “This year there’ll be everything from retro lamps to 1950s-style dresses and vinyl. People love the unique combination of delicious vegan food and quirky stalls. So whether you’re curious about vegan food, or a fan of vintage style, come and explore our Vegan & Vintage Fair this bank holiday with your family and friends.”

Ely Markets’ Vegan and Vintage Fair will take place on Sunday, May 6, and Monday, May 7, from 10am to 4pm.

Vegan food and produce will be available on Dolphin Lane and the vintage stalls will be on the main Market Place.

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Ely Aquafest 2018: Aquafest Memories This year’s Ely Aquafest on Sunday July 1st, organised by the two Rotary Clubs in Ely, will celebrate its fortieth anniversary.

The event, started by the Rotary Club of Ely as a “thank you” to the community for supporting Rotary’s fundraising throughout the year, began as a modest river-based event, but now encompasses the river and both Lavender Green and Jubilee Gardens as well, attracting thousands of visitors to see the arena events and visit the multitude of stalls and funfair rides.

To celebrate this special anniversary the Aquafest team are hoping to produce a video presentation and a static display of photos of past Aquafests in The Maltings. If anyone has any photos which the Aquafest team could borrow and copy, particularly those from the 1970s 80s, and 90s they would be extremely grateful.

Photos should be sent (with return address please) to Viv Doji, Ely Aquafest Photos, 52 Prickwillow Road, Ely, CB7 4QT or e-mailed to vclariced@hotmail.com, ideally by the first week in June.

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From East Cambridgeshire District Council COUNCIL GETS A FRESH LOOK AT LOCAL BUSINESS Councillors and officers from East Cambridgeshire District Council (ECDC) visited fresh salad and vegetable provider, G’s UK headquarters in Barway on April 27 to understand more about the business and see their facilities first-hand. This morning’s tour forms part of a wider effort from the council to visit and speak with a range of businesses from across the district.

Councillors enjoyed a tour of the premises led by Operations Manager, Simon Hirst and got to speak to Group HR Director Beverly Dixon, Marketing Director Anthony Gardiner and a range of G’s colleagues.

Councillor Steve Cheetham, Service Delivery Champion f or Economic Development at East Cambridgeshire District Council, said: “Businesses like G’s prove that East Cambridgeshire is a perfect place for companies to flourish. They also have a proven track record of investing in apprenticeships for young people, which is a vision shared by the council. I am proud that the district has industry leaders like G’s flying the flag for commerce in East Cambs.”

Beverly Dixon G’s Group HR Director, said: “It has been a pleasure to have councillors and officers from East Cambridgeshire District Council visit our UK headquarters and have the opportunity to talk about our business. We pride ourselves on being growers of the finest quality salads and vegetables, this has come from continuing to invest in our infrastructure at our head office, as well as our employees. We hope that our visitors found this experience valuable and we look forward to working with them in the future.”

Products from G’s are stocked in several of the UK’s well-known supermarkets including Tesco, Marks and Spencer, Asda, Sainsbury’s, Morrison’s and Waitrose.

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Ely Netball Taster Sessions Ely Netball Club will be running ‘Back to Netball’ sessions on Wednesday evenings throughout June at Witchford Village College, 7.30pm-9pm.

Ladies (age 16+) are invited to join, regardless of ability or experience. If you have always wanted to give it a try but weren’t sure, or if you are a returner to the game then do come along and see what it’s all about.

The Club will also be holdings its first ‘Walking Netball’ taster session on Thursday 28th June at Ely College, 6pm-7pm.

Walking Netball is the lower impact version of the faster paced game and is aimed at those either returning from injury or taking up an activity for the first time.

Ely Netball Club currently consists of six adult teams and welcomes new members anytime throughout the year. Netball is having a thriving year, with our national England team having recently won gold at the Commonwealth Games, motivating women back into sport. Our Back to Netball and Walking Netball sessions are a great way to come and see what the fun is all about!

For more details or to register your interest please contact elynetball@hotmail.co.uk

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From Natalie Massive thank you to the lady who handed in the lost wallet - and all it’s contents and cash - into Wilko. You’ve saved us a lot of stress, thank you kind person A #shoutoutsunday to everyone at the Paradise Pools Ely! It’s people that make a place what it is and the staff have always been super friendly and helpful. Tomorrow is the last day before the building shuts its doors for good. Thanks for all the memories- and see you at The Hive - Leisure Centre in Ely! Also good luck to everyone doing the swimathon this weekend!

From Nicky Can I send a #ShoutOutSunday to all the people who stopped to help when the lady fell and hurt her leg opposite the Lamb Hotel at lunchtime today, in particular the lady who stopped her car, gave up her coat and was planning on waiting with the couple until the ambulance arrived. I was the lady with the emergency blanket and I was thinking about you, I hope you didn’t have to wait too long for the ambulance to come x

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Hi, I would like to give a #ShoutOutSunday to Ivan at Aldi in Ely and the lovely lady shopper who let this hungry paramedic skip the queue to get his lunch before getting the next call-out. Much appreciated :) From Caroline Please could you give a big #ShoutOutSunday to Andy, Paul, Liam and Pat at Ely Fire Station who gave up their Friday evening to host a fantastic evening for 1st Ely and Wilburton Scouts!

From Mike A #ShoutOutSunday to Georgie Billings, Jo Godfrey, Elaine Cole and everyone else who offered to help Blackie the Palace Green cat. He is getting some vetenery treatment for a very sore eye! Such an awesome response to help. Thank you!

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Dancers go old skool to raise money for school Sometimes you just have to embrace your inner 80s child!

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Legwarmers, leotards and lycra were the order of the day at The Lantern Community Primary School yesterday.

Dedicated dancers proved that you can have your cake and eat it – getting into the groove before enjoying some refreshments.

The Dancefit session, hosted by Friends of the Lantern School and led by Sarah Parker from The Lane Academy, raised over £250 to refurbish the school’s playground.

Sarah said: “There was so much fun and energy from everyone, topped off with some amazing 80s outfits!

“We danced through the 80s for an hour and finished off with some delicious cakes baked by committee members.

“Thank you to everyone for their help and all the kind donations for the raffle.”

With all the retro gear on offer, organisers had a tough time choosing the winner of the coolest costume, but the prize went to Shelli Martelli for her “fab gold glitter shoes” and Kids from Fame themed leggings, FOTLS member Emanuella de Lucia Rolfe said.

Shelli added: “It was great to finally have a chance to dust off my glittery golden dancing shoes and dance like I’ve never danced before to raise money for my son’s school. Thanks for a fun event and here’s to many more.”

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Spotted in Ely Magazine the Cambridgeshire Rural Crime Action Team (RCAT) in conjunction with the National Wildlife Crime Unit.

The warrants related to Regulation 9 of the Control of Trade in Endangered Species Enforcement Regulations 1997, specifically suspected ivory trafficking.

The notice put up in the village advised residents: “Warrants have today been executed, under Regulation 9 (1) of the Control of Trade in Endangered Species (Enforcement) Regulations 1997 (COTES) at an address in your community.

Police investigate ivory trafficking in Little Thetford Tali Iserles tali@spottedinely.com Police investigating reports of ivory trafficking have executed warrants in Little Thetford.

No arrests were made, but a notice was posted publicly, advising residents that warrants had been executed “at an address in your community”.

The action was carried out yesterday by officers from

“Crime and Anti-social behaviour of any kind will not be tolerated, and persons committing criminal acts of any kind will be relentlessly pursued.”

Under European law, it’s illegal to sell, keep or buy endangered species such as ivory, unless you can prove that the ivory is antique.

It’s estimated that 20,000 elephants are killed by poachers in Africa each year for their ivory – the equivalent of one elephant every 25 minutes.

The police notice has drawn a lot of speculation on the Little Thetford Facebook group.

Ely Archers - Prize Giving Awards Ely Archers began their first Sunday outdoors by closing off their indoor season with coffee, cake and awards. There were most improved indoor handicap awards for Louise Tapp (Ladies Recurve), Rob Edson (Mens Recurve), Rob Edson (Mens American Flatbow), Jasmine Pearson (Ladies Barebow), Malcolm Basing (Mens Barebow) and Mike Bradford (Mens Compound).

There were also two trophies handed out. The winner of the outdoor handicap shoot from 2017 which was won by Louise Tapp (Ladies Recurve) and the winner of the indoor handicap shoot which was won by Thanasios Kyziridis (Mens Recurve). Both are pictured receiving their awards from the clubs records officer, Daniel Coe. Photographs by Mike Williamson.

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Spotted in Ely Magazine From East Cambridgeshire District Council Two free 30 minute parking spaces have been saved in Market Street after East Cambridgeshire District Council took the decision to overturn a proposal which would have seen the spaces lost as part of taxi rank improvements.

Instead, a new plan of works has been completed which sees a new layout which clearly defines the taxi rank area whilst maintaining the two free public parking bays.

The taxi rank and parking bays have been rotated to define where the taxi rank starts, as well as adjusting the size of the new bays, allowing the creation of an additional taxi rank space. The two public parking spaces are now placed at the rear of the taxi rank to avoid confusion and to allow the taxis to filter into the traffic easier.

Councillor Elaine Griffin-Singh, Chair of the Licensing Committee for East Cambridgeshire District Council, said: “The proposal to alter the parking arrangements was in response to requests from the trade to improve the taxi rank. Having considered the evidence and the proposal put forward, the solution that was suggested and adopted at last May’s Licensing Committee is more beneficial to both the trade and the public.”

Stewart Broome, Senior Licensing Officer at East Cambridgeshire District Council, added, “This is a good decision that balances the needs of the taxi trade who fulfil an important role within the city, and the needs of normal motorists using the city centre’s many shops and services.”

Octagon Cycling Does “The Double Ton” Octagon Cycling Club is looking for sponsors for its next big charity challenge: Cycling 200 miles in one day, in aid of East Anglia Air Ambulance & Beads of Courage.

Nearly fifty cyclists from Ely’s Octagon Cycling Club are each planning to pedal 200 miles in one day in June to raise money for two local charities. ‘The Double Ton’ will follow a route from Ely, taking in Swaffham, Cromer, Great Yarmouth, Stowmarket and Bury St Edmunds and returning to Ely. The fundraising group will set off from Ely Cathedral at 4am on Saturday 30th June aiming to return to the Cathedral by 8pm the same day.

Training has begun in earnest, with most riders going out every weekend come rain or shine, in order to acclimatise to the long distances involved, against potentially unpredictable Fenland winds or rain. During the recent cold snap, several riders were even spotted training in snow, and some are even prepared to ride through rain.

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Octagon Cycling Club, raised over £14,000 in 2016 & £8000 for local charities during previous charity rides and is well known for fundraising as well as eating cake on their training rides. This year they’re aiming to raise over £10,000. This will be shared between local charities East Anglia Air Ambulance and Beads of Courage.

Corporate sponsors are being sought, who will have their logos on the cyclists’ team kit in return for their donation.

Local businesses wishing to support can contact Octagon Cycling through the website: https://www.octagoncycling. com/double-ton Any individuals who wish to make a personal donation can do so through the Just Giving site at https://www. justgiving.com/fundraising/octagoncycling-club Robin Jones, founder member of Octagon Cycling Club says they have been training hard for this event: “Some have made the ultimate sacrifice and

given up cake and alcohol in January and we regularly cover 60-70 miles on weekend training rides.”

Octagon Cycling Club have elected to raise funds for East Anglia Air Ambulance this year, and Beads of Courage.

East Anglian Air Ambulance is the charity that runs essential air ambulance providing helicopter emergency medical services across Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire and Bedfordshire. Founded in 2000, they’ve attended over 22524 missions across East Anglia.

Beads of Courage UK offers complete support and assistance for children with chronic and long term serious illness through Oncology/ Haematology, Burns, Cardiac, NICU, and Chronic Conditions programmes. They provide support to the emotional and social wellbeing of seriously ill children and their families, giving them recognition for their medical journey.

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WILD WEST BANK HOLIDAY 10:00am - South Angle Farm Park Yee-haw! It’s the South Angle Farm Park Rodeo! Come on down to the county fair to ride a bull, walk a donkey and enjoy

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ELY ART LOVERS WORKSHOP SPRING EXHIBITION AT THE BABYLON 11:00am - Events_list Affordable art from 14 talented local artists.

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ELY EEL DAY 2018 10:30am - Jubilee Gardens The annual Eel Day Parade begins at 10. www.spottedinely.com/56298

EEL WIGGLE FOR EEL DAY 10:30am - Jubilee Gardens

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SATURDAY STORYTIME AT ELY LIBRARY 2:30pm - Ely Library Saturday Storytime at Ely Library. www.spottedinely.com/57269

RACE NIGHT 7:00pm - 1st Ely Scout Centre, St Johns Road, Ely Come along for an evening of fun, try your hand at betting on the horses and see if you win, or just soak up the atmosphere. www.spottedinely.com/59307

Paint an eel for Eel Day (sparkly, scary, cute or ferocious) and let’s make the longest ever Eel Wiggle. www.spottedinely.com/59241

KARAOKE 9:00pm - The Plough & Harrow Littleport

CROWNING AROUND BIKE SHOW 2018 11:00am - The Crown Inn Littleport We are doing it all again !! Bikes, Bands and Beer all for raising a bit of cash for charities and good causes!! Come along and help us out !!. www.spottedinely.com/57685

Our next karaoke is on Saturday 5th May, so come along and sing your hearts out and have some fun, starting at 9pm :). www.spottedinely.com/57570

BLUE THUNDER 9:00pm - The Kings Arms, Ely The boys are back in town! Come and Rock your sox off with everyone’s favourite rock band: BLUE THUNDER. www.spottedinely.com/57855

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SUNDAY 6TH MAY SUNDAY MARKET 8:00am - Ely Market Place The weekly Sunday Market brings you all your favourite stalls and much more. www.spottedinely.com/54175

WITCHFORD YARD SALE 2018 9:00am - Witchford Rackham Pre-School If you’re having a sort out make a few pennies by having a stall at our annual yard sale. www.spottedinely.com/58835

VEGAN & VINTAGE FAIR 10:00am - Ely Markets Free, family friendly 2 day event for vegans, v-curious, and lovers of good food and all things vintage!! Our vintage stalls will be located in Ely Market Place, with a range of vegan stalls in Dolphin Lane aka “Vegan Alley”. www.spottedinely.com/55914

WILD WEST BANK HOLIDAY 10:00am - South Angle Farm Park Yee-haw! It’s the South Angle Farm Park Rodeo! Come on down to the county fair to ride a bull, walk a donkey and enjoy some bank holiday fun. www.spottedinely.com/59297

ELY ART LOVERS WORKSHOP SPRING EXHIBITION AT THE BABYLON 11:00am - Events_list Affordable art from 14 talented local artists. www.spottedinely.com/59071

5TH ANNUAL MOTORCYCLE SHOW 11:00am - Prickwillow Drainage Engine Museum Annual Motorcycle Show This will be the 5th Annual Motorcycle show held at the museum, and expecting a wide range of motorcycles from vintage machines dating back to 1914, and up to the classics of the 1970’s and 80’s. www.spottedinely.com/59150

ELY FOOD AND DRINK FESTIVAL 2018 10:00am - Visit Ely Located on Palace Green, in the shadow of the magnificent Ely Cathedral, at the very heart of this historic city, we have over 75 artisan food and drink traders, an expansive street food scene and amazing celebrity chefs demonstrating in our fabulous Cookery Theatre, sponsored by G’s Fresh. www.spottedinely.com/56304

ELY WINE FESTIVAL – SESSION 1 11:30am - Poets House Ely’s first ever Wine Festival!​Running as a fringe event to the highly successful Ely Food and Drink Festival, we will be showcasing 50+ wines from both local wine producers and wine merchants. www.spottedinely.com/58038

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FILM TIMES Friday 4 - Thursday 10 May NOW SHOWING SHERLOCK GNOMES (U) 86 mins.

2D 3D

Sat-Mon - 10:10 11:30 13:45 14:50 16:00 18:15 Sat-Sun - 12:30 17:10 Mon - 12:50 17:10

AVENGERS : INFINITY WAR (12A) 149 mins.

2D

3D

AFS CINEBABIES

Fri - 12:00 14:10 16:20 17:30 19:00 19:45 20:30 Sat - 10:50 13:00 14:10 16:20 17:30 19:00 19:45 20:30 Sun - 13:00 14:10 16:20 17:30 19:00 19:45 20:30 Mon - 10:50 13:00 14:10 16:20 17:30 19:00 19:45 20:30 Tue-Wed - 14:10 16:20 17:30 19:00 19:45 20:30 Thu - 14:00 16:15 19:30 20:30 Fri-Sat - 15:30 Sun - 12:00 15:30 Mon - 12:10 15:30 Tue-Wed - 15:30 Thu - 17:15 Sun - 11:00 Fri - 11:45

EVENT CINEMA - PLEASE ASK AT THE BOX OFFICE FOR TICKET PRICES NT LIVE : MacBETH (12A) 210 mins.

2D

Thu - 19:00

EVENT CINEMA - PLEASE ASK AT THE BOX OFFICE FOR TICKET PRICES : ADVANCE BOX OFFICE NOW OPEN THE DAM BUSTERS AT 75 : LIVE from THE ROYAL ALBERT HALL (PG) 195 mins. Thursday May 17th @ 19.00 EVERYBODY'S TALKING ABOUT JAMIE (TBC) 160 mins.

Thursday July 5th @ 19.20

ANDRE RIEU 2018 MAASTRICHT CONCERT : AMORE, MY TRIBUTE TO LOVE (12A) 145 mins. Saturday July 28th @ 19.00

& Sunday July 29th @ 15.00

LIFE OF THE PARTY (12A) 105 mins.

2D

Thu - 15:00 17:30 20:00

I FEEL PRETTY (12A) 110 mins.

2D

SUBTITLED 2D

Fri - 15:10 17:50 20:45 Sat - 12:40 15:00 17:40 20:45 Sun - 12:20 17:40 20:45 Mon - 12:20 15:00 20:45 Tue-Wed - 15:10 17:50 20:45 Thu - 15:20 18:00 20:45 Sun - 15:00 Mon - 17:40

CINDERELLA (1950) (U) 78 mins. The 1950 Disney Animation

Classic 2D

Sat - 12:50

THE GUERNSEY LITERARY AND POTATO PEEL PIE SOCIETY (12A) 124 mins.

2D

Fri - 13:50 16:40 19:30 Sat-Mon - 19:30 Tue-Wed - 13:50 16:40 19:30 Thu - 14:30 17:20 20:10

RAMPAGE (12A) 107 mins.

2D

Fri - 15:00 17:40 Tue-Wed - 15:00 17:40 Thu - 14:10

A QUIET PLACE (15) 90 mins.

2D

Fri - 14:00 20:15 Sat-Mon - 20:15 Tue-Wed - 14:00 20:15 Thu - 14:00 16:45

PETER RABBIT (PG) 95 mins.

2D

Sat-Mon - 10:40

MOVIES FOR JUNIORS M4J : CINDERELLA (1950) (U) 78 mins. The 1950 Disney

Animation Classic 2D Sat-Mon - 10:00

M4J : COCO (PG) 105 mins.

2D

Sat-Mon - 10:00

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

Film ticket prices:

Thursday 3 May: 7.30pm · 104 mins.

Finding your Feet (12A)

Evenings: £8/£7 Matinee: £7/£6 (£1 discount for members)

See it again! A British comedy drama with an all-star cast. Moderate sex references, drug misuse, infrequent strong language.

Other content various prices: Concessions 60+, U15s, income support, F/T students (proof required).

Royal Opera House: Manon (ballet)

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

You can buy advance tickets from:

Sunday 6 May: 2pm

A staple of The Royal Ballet’s repertory, and a touchstone of adult, dramatic dance.

Thursday 10 May: 7pm

National Theatre Live: Macbeth Shakespeare’s most intense and terrifying tragedy, directed by Rufus Norris, starring Rory Kinnear and Anne-Marie Duff.

Sunday 13 May: 4pm (please note late afternoon matinee) & 7.30pm

Peter Rabbit (PG) 95 mins.

Peter teams up with vegetable-patch comrades against animal-hating farmer Mr McGregor. With a star-studded cast and a whole lot of humour.

Box Office, Babylon Gallery, Waterside, Ely. Tel: 01353 616991 (Mon – Fri 10am – 4pm). Burrows Bookshop, High Street Passage, Ely (Mon – Sat 9.30am-5pm, cash/cheque only).

From the cinema half hour before the film starts. (cash/cheque/credit card).

Thursday 17 May: 7.30pm · 101 mins.

Ely Cinema is run by Babylon ARTS.

Dame Eileen Atkins, Dame Judi Dench, Dame Joan Plowright and Dame Maggie Smith meet up in the English countryside to gossip.

ROH Screening:

Sunday 20 May: 7.30pm · 140 mins.

£15 (adults) £14 (concessions) £12 (members)

‘A blast of pure childlike amusement’ from Steven Spielberg.

Moderate violence, horror, infrequent strong language.

NT Screening: £15 (adults) £14 (concessions) £12 (members)

Isle Of Dogs (PG)

After a mysterious outbreak of ‘canine flu’, the corrupt mayor of a Japanese city banishes all dogs to a vast refuse dump off the coast.

Sunday 20 May: 3pm

Nothing Like a Dame (PG)

Ready Player One (12A) Thursday 24 May: 3pm

Nothing Like a Dame (PG) The famous Dames let the cameras in as they talk about their lives and professional experiences. Includes a range of astonishing archive material.

Thursday 24 May: 7.30pm · 151 mins.

The Square (15) Box Office: 01353 616991 Online Tickets: babylonarts.org.uk

Babylon ARTS (operated by ADEC).

Registered Charity No. 1043197.

An outrageous satire on modern society, art and human nature in the digital age. English, Swedish and Danish with English subtitles.

Sunday 27 May: 3pm & 7.30pm · 124 mins.

The Guernsey Literary & Potato Peel Pie Society (12A) A journalist forms a bond with the residents of Guernsey Island in the aftermath of World War II. Moderate bloody images, sex references.

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IN CONVERSATION WITH BRIAN TURNER 2:00pm - Visit Ely As part of the 2017 Eel Festival Weekend, Oliver Cromwell’s House hosted several highly successful and wonderfully

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JACEN BRUCE UNPLUGGED 4:00pm - The Townhouse Pub Jacen with an acoustic & ( weather permitting) al fresco afternoon of live music.

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ROH ENCORE: MANON (BALLET) 2:00pm - The Maltings ROH Encore: Manon (ballet) at Ely Cinema Manon’s brother Lescaut is offering her to the highest bidder when she meets Des Grieux and falls in love. www.spottedinely.com/59123

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RETRO MUSIC NIGHT, ANDY “DJ HUMPTY’Sâ€? @ IT AGAIN! 7:30pm - The Townhouse Pub Top quality tunes and shenanigans for the more discerning party goers and sherry tipplers đ&#x;˜‰. www.spottedinely.com/59113

ELY WINE FESTIVAL – SESSION 2 2:30pm - Poets House Ely’s first ever Wine Festival!​Running as a fringe event to the highly successful Ely Food and Drink Festival, we will be showcasing 50+ wines from both local wine producers and wine merchants.

PARISIAN SWING JAZZ 7:45pm - The Cutter Inn Every 1st Sunday of the month, we are honored with Ely’s fantastic Parisian swing band. www.spottedinely.com/57541

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POOL COMPETITION IN MEMORY OF STEVIE B 2:30pm - Littleport Exservicemens Club Our annual pool competition in memory of Stevie B, in aid of www.spottedinely.com/58753

WESTY QUIZ 8:00pm - West End Pub Are you a pub genius? Test the ol’ grey cells with our usual battle of wits! Usual rules apply. www.spottedinely.com/58756

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PUB QUIZ WITH ELY FOODBANK

ELY FOOD AND DRINK FESTIVAL 2018

8:00pm - The Hereward Pub Kicking off our Pub quizzes with the first Charity set with ELY Foodbank! £30 bar tab 1st Prize Meal for 2nd and Wine for 3rd! Spot prizes and bonus questions all night!. www.spottedinely.com/59029

10:00am - Visit Ely Located on Palace Green, in the shadow of the magnificent Ely Cathedral, at the very heart of this historic city, we have over 75 artisan food and drink traders, an expansive street food scene and amazing celebrity chefs demonstrating in our fabulous Cookery Theatre, sponsored by G’s Fresh.

MAY BANK HOLIDAY QUIZ

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8:00pm - The Three Pickerels

REACH RIDE

Howard is back for our May Bank Holiday Quiz.

10:00am - Jubilee Gardens

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Ride will muster from 10:00 at Jubilee Gardens for a depar-

RETRO VIBES 8:30pm - The Minster Tavern An evening of classic anthems through your favourite decades, 60’s, 70’s & 80’s. www.spottedinely.com/59254

ture at 10:15 Free to all It will be led at a leisurely pace covering the 13 miles in about 90 minutes The route alignment follows National Cycle Network route 11 along traffic free or quiet lanes once outside Ely The ride will pass through Wicken Fen Nature Reserve giving an opportunity for a stop at an alternative destination Participants are responsible for their own safety and for the mechanical suitability and security of their bikes. www.spottedinely.com/59147

MONDAY 7TH MAY

WILD WEST BANK

VEGAN & VINTAGE FAIR

HOLIDAY

10:00am - Ely Markets

10:00am - South Angle Farm Park

Free, family friendly 2 day event for vegans, v-curious, and lovers of good food and all things vintage!! Our vintage stalls will be located in Ely Market Place, with a range of vegan stalls in Dolphin Lane aka “Vegan Alley”. www.spottedinely.com/55956

Yee-haw! It’s the South Angle Farm Park Rodeo! Come on down to the county fair to ride a bull, walk a donkey and enjoy some bank holiday fun. www.spottedinely.com/59298

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BLACKJACK BLUES BAND BANK HOLIDAY BLUES!

WORKSHOP SPRING EXHIBITION AT THE BABYLON

4:00pm - The Townhouse Pub Al fresco blues with the Blackjack Blues Band

11:00am - Events_list

.

Affordable art from 14 talented local artists. www.spottedinely.com/59072

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ELY SAILING CLUB: OPEN DAY 2018!

Ely Vikings Korfball 6:00pm - Ely college www.spottedinely.com/48042

1:00pm - Ely Sailing Club PUSH THE BOAT OUT 2018! Event open to the general public!

BASKETBALL TRAINING SESSIONS

Monday 7th May 2018 1:00pm to 4:00pm Free Admission Sailing Rides Powerboat Tours of the Lake BBQ and Bar Book

6:30pm - Kings School

Sailing Courses Get Friendly Membership Advice. www.spottedinely.com/58806

Join us on Mondays: Basketball Club for female players aged 14 +. www.spottedinely.com/53629

IN CONVERSATION ELY TABLE TENNIS CLUB: WITCHFORD PRACTICE NIGHT

WITH ROSEMARY SHRAGAR 2:00pm - Visit Ely As part of the 2017 Eel Festival Weekend, Oliver Cromwell’s House hosted several highly successful and wonderfully received “An Audience with….

7:00pm - Witchford Village College Practice sessions every Monday (except Bank Holidays) at Witchford College Sports Centre, Manor Road, Witchford near Ely.

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GAMES NIGHT AT THE DRAYMAN’S SON

DEVELOPING BRAINS WITH GAMES

7:30pm - Drayman’s Son Micropub

1:00pm - Developing Dogs

Join us every Monday for Games Night. www.spottedinely.com/53496

We all know a busy dog, the type that returns home after a four hour hike wondering when the real walk is going to be, right? Or maybe a dog that may not be able go out for the recommended amount of physical exercise? Well this course is great all rounder for any dog; going out on walks is a fan-

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tastic way for our dogs to get exercise and socialise with the

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but learning the skills that this course offers will strengthen

7:30pm - Ely Tigers Rugby Club

dog’s life, giving you a nice balance of mental stimulation to

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TUESDAY 8TH MAY ELY MINI MARKET 9:00am - Ely Market Place The new Mini-Markets will take place every Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday. www.spottedinely.com/58210

world outside of your property, signing nature’s guestbook, the bond between you and your dog and will enrich your add to the physical that they already get. www.spottedinely.com/59091

GIRLS RUGBY AT ELY TIGERS 6:30pm - Ely Tigers Rugby Club We are reintroducing Girls Rugby at the Club. www.spottedinely.com/54534

STEADY 5K, LET’S RUN GIRLS ELY 7:00pm - Ely Market Place

COMMUNITY HUB ELY 10:00am - Lighthouse Free help and advice on debt, alcohol misuse, drug dependency, housing/homelessness, benefits, mental health, domestic violence and more.

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LET’S RUN GIRLS ELY – BEGINNERS 7:00pm - Ely Market Place

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Are you looking for a new way to get outdoors and active or find something you can enjoy together with the family? If the answer is yes, Ely Sailing Club is inviting you, your family and your friends to come and try sailing for FREE this Bank Holiday Monday 7th May 2018.

Whether you’re completely new to the sport or looking to get back on the water, our Open Day is the perfect time to give it a go. Therefore, we are inviting the local community to come down to have a go at sailing with us, see what Ely Sailing Club has to offer and get involved. Who knows, you might just get hooked!

Starting at 1pm, on Bank Holiday Monday 7th May 2018 there will be a whole host of activities taking place including touring the lake and sampling the delights of sailing by enjoying a FREE taster session out on the water in the capable hands of experienced sailors who will be more than happy to answer any questions that you may have. All buoyancy aids will be provided.

As an RYA (Royal Yachting Association) Training Centre, should you wish to progress your interest, instructors will be on hand to provide information about our RYA approved training courses together with details of membership.

BBQ Hot Dogs, Burgers, a selection of cakes and snacks together with refreshments from the bar including tea and coffee will also be available.

Sailing at Ely can be as physical or relaxing as you wish to make it, you can sail with others or on your own, do it competitively or potter about and just enjoy the gentle escape of being outside in the fresh air.

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ANNIE GRAY – THE GREEDY QUEEN 7:00pm - Ely Library The Friends of Ely Library invite you to come and meet Annie Gray, food historian and regular contributor on BBC Radio 4. www.spottedinely.com/59257

MOSAIC MAKING WITH TWILIGHT TUESDAY WI 7:30pm - The Fountain Inn Come get your creative jucies flowing with a Mosaic making

EXHIBITING STAINED GLASS IN 19TH CENTURY LONDON & PARIS 6:30pm - Ely Cathedral, Ely, Cambridgeshire, UK A talk by Jasmine Allen (Curator, The Stained Glass Museum) In this talk we will travel back in time to explore the fascinating, and often surprising, displays of stained glass at International Exhibitions in the 19th century. www.spottedinely.com/57572

THURSDAY 10TH MAY

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ELY GENERAL MARKET 8:00am - Events_list Every Thursday on the Market Square!

WEDNESDAY 9TH MAY ELY MINI MARKET 9:00am - Ely Market Place

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THE K9 CAFE 10:00am - Cathedral Centre Palace Green Ely Weekly drop in K9 Cafe - a safe social place for people and dogs. www.spottedinely.com/53835

The new Mini-Markets will take place every Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday. www.spottedinely.com/58230

ULTIMATE FRISBEE 6:20pm - Ely Outdoor Sports Association www.spottedinely.com/59370

THE ACTION FOR HAPPINESS COURSE 7:00pm - Ely Cathedral Education and Conference Centre EXPLORING WHAT MATTERS An inspiring 8-week course to explore what matters for a happy and meaningful life - together with a group of friendly, like-minded people. www.spottedinely.com/55250

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NT LIVE: MACBETH 2018 7:00pm - The Maltings

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DEVELOPING LOOSE LEAD WALKING

NT Live : Macbeth 2018 at Ely Cinema Shakespeare’s most intense and terrifying tragedy, directed by Rufus Norris, starring Rory Kinnear and Anne-Marie Duff. www.spottedinely.com/59127

6:00pm - Developing Dogs Developing Loose Lead Walking “My dog pulls on the lead, can you help?� This is one of the most common one to one requests that dog training instructors receive, there are a number of factors why it can be difficult to exorcise the de-

JULIAN MEETING ELY 8:00pm - St Peters Church, Broad Street, Ely

mon that is pulling on the lead such as consistency, impulse control and the emotional state of your dog; this course helps address exactly that. www.spottedinely.com/59079

A Julian meeting is a small gathering of people, focused in contemplation. www.spottedinely.com/54689

***LADIES NIGHT*** 7:00pm - Little Downham Village Hall

FRIDAY 11TH MAY

â­?â­?If you hear any noise, it ain’t the boys it’s LADIES NIGHT!!!â­?â­? đ&#x;?’ We proudly present a fantastic LADIES NIGHT (for one night only) and certainly not to be missed đ&#x;?ž Raising money for 3 wonderful charities we guarantee you a great night filled with fun, laughter and a lot of sauce!!đ&#x;?ž Supporting: The Alzheimer’s

ELY MINI MARKET 9:00am - Ely Market Place

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The new Mini-Markets will take place every Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday. www.spottedinely.com/58253

SILKY’S RETRO DISCO 8:30pm - The Kings Arms, Ely All your favourite Retro Choons from the 70s 80s and 90s.

ART GROUP –

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BEGINNERS/ INTERMEDIATE

SPRING DISCO

1:30pm - Wicken Village Hall

9:00pm - The Plough & Harrow Littleport

Art group for beginners and intermediate levels. www.spottedinely.com/58104

Spring Disco on Friday 11th May starting at 9pm. www.spottedinely.com/57911

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SATURDAY 12TH

INTERNATIONAL

MAY

INVISIBLE ILLNESS

CRAFT, FOOD & VINTAGE + FARMERS MARKET 8:00am - Ely Market Place

AWARENESS DAY 10:00am - St Mary’s Church, Ely Raising awareness of Fibromyalgia, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, ME, World Lupus Day and other invisible illnesses. www.spottedinely.com/59314

Our Craft, Food & Vintage + 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. www.spottedinely.com/55042

CRAFT FAIR 10:00am - The Beeches Anyone wishing to have a stall - please contact us on 01638 780097 or at www.spottedinely.com/57833

COFFEE MORNING & JIGSAW PUZZLE EXCHANGE 10:00am - Ely Library www.spottedinely.com/58315

PATSY’S POP UP TEA ROOM 11:00am - Witchham Equestrian Centre Tea, coffee and cakes served with a smile! Enjoy our refreshments and meet our horses. www.spottedinely.com/59366

NATIONAL MILLS OPEN WEEKEND 11:00am - Burwell Museum and Windmill www.spottedinely.com/59434

ALL STARS CRICKET SESSIONS FOR CHILDREN.

– FLOWERS WORKSHOP

10:00am - Paradise Field, Ely

1:00pm - Spoilt Rotten Beads

A new ECB children’s cricket session is being run by Ely Cricket Club for the first time.

Learn Peyote With A Twist, a stitch invented by Gerlinde Lenz.

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ELY WILDLIFE WATCH : BLOSSOMS AND BLOOMS 2:00pm - Pocket Park Ely • Hunt for Beautiful Blossoms and Blooms • Wildlife Bingo –

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WADS PRESENTS – WITCHFORD’S GOT TALENT 7:00pm - Witchford Village hall ‘Witchford’s Got Talent’ is a family friendly event hosted by Witchford Amateur Dramatics Society (WADS). www.spottedinely.com/58748

win a prize to create your own Mini Meadow • Get Arty and Crafty - make fruit trees in blossom. www.spottedinely.com/59363

SATURDAY STORYTIME AT ELY LIBRARY 2:30pm - Ely Library Saturday Storytime at Ely Library. www.spottedinely.com/57270

WICKEN BEER FESTIVAL 2018 4:00pm - Wcken recreation ground www.spottedinely.com/59417

LIBERA IN CONCERT 7:30pm - Ely Cathedral The magical sounds of Libera enchant audiences across the world - from Moscow to Manila, from Westminster to Washington, from Tokyo to Toronto, from Shanghai to Singapore. www.spottedinely.com/57878

DISCO – ELY BEET CLUB 7:30pm - Ely Beet Club Saturday 12th of May - doors open 7:30pm - £2 per person Adults only (Over 18’s) Come and dance the night away with cheap drinks and great music!!. www.spottedinely.com/59138

OVER 30’S PARTY NIGHT 8:00pm - Outside Witchford Village Hall A favourite venue for many, with a large dance floor and friendly bar staff.

KENYA FUNDRAISING LIAM’S PRIZE BINGO 6:30pm - Pymoor Cricket and Social Club.

Hi my name is Liam Bateman.

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TAKING CARE OF BUSINESS 9:00pm - The Kings Arms

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SUNDAY 13TH MAY

POP-UP PARK JOY YOGA 12:00pm - Jubilee Gardens

SUNDAY MARKET

Pop-Up Park JOY Yoga Join us for JOY Yoga in Jubilee Gar-

8:00am - Ely Market Place

dens, Ely! Invite your Friends & Family & Kids! Bring yoga mat,

The weekly Sunday Market brings you all your favourite stalls and much more. www.spottedinely.com/54176

vegetarian picnic deliciousnesses to share afterwards! We will meet on the grass near the Bandstand! In the event of rain this event will be postponed! Building a better community through JOY, Kindness, Love & Peace! Format: 12. www.spottedinely.com/48491

MAY ELY ANTIQUES AND COLLECTORS FAIR

NEWMARKET TOWN BAND

10:00am - CENTRE – E / Barton Rd / Ely / CB7 4DE We have a hall packed full of vintage, collectable and antique items. www.spottedinely.com/59260

2:30pm - Ely Bandstand, Jubilee Gardens Summer concerts at the Bandstand in Jubilee Gardens. www.spottedinely.com/58532

FREE FOOTBALL SESSION – FOOTBALL FUN FACTORY IS COMING TO ELY! 10:30am - Witchford Village College To celebrate the upcoming summer holiday courses that the Football Fun Factory will be holding in Ely we are offering a free taster session for 5-14 year old boys and girls on Sunday 13th May. www.spottedinely.com/59284

50’S & 60’S HIT SONGS 3:00pm - The Crown Inn Littleport Enjoy an afternoon of all the best Rock ‘n’ Roll hits with Retro singer Chrissie Cadillac!. www.spottedinely.com/55216

TEA & CAKES WITH THE BAND OF HOPE 3:00pm - QUEEN ADELAIDE VILLAGE HALL – CB7 4TZ

NATIONAL MILLS OPEN WEEKEND

An afternoon function with not only your favorite band but

11:00am - Burwell Museum and Windmill

annual event.

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PETER RABBIT (PG)

MONDAY 14TH

4:00pm - The Maltings

MAY

Peter Rabbit (PG) Ely Cinema Sunday 13 May: 4pm & 7. www.spottedinely.com/59130

ELY VIKINGS KORFBALL 6:00pm - Ely college www.spottedinely.com/48043

BROKEN ARROW 4:00pm - The Townhouse Pub

BASKETBALL

Live music with Broken Arrow, another top quality outfit.

TRAINING SESSIONS

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6:30pm - Kings School

WICKEN BEER FESTIVAL 2018

Join us on Mondays: Basketball Club for female players aged 14 +. www.spottedinely.com/53631

4:00pm - Wcken recreation ground www.spottedinely.com/59422

READING GROUP: SPILL SLIMMER

PETER RABBIT (PG)

FALTER WITHER

7:30pm - The Maltings

BY SARA BAUME

Peter Rabbit (PG) Ely Cinema Sunday 13 May: 4pm & 7. www.spottedinely.com/59134

6:30pm - Haddenham Library www.spottedinely.com/59431

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ELY TABLE TENNIS

TUESDAY 15TH

CLUB: WITCHFORD

MAY

PRACTICE NIGHT 7:00pm - Witchford Village College Practice sessions every Monday (except Bank Holidays) at Witchford College Sports Centre, Manor Road, Witchford near

ELY MINI MARKET 9:00am - Ely Market Place The new Mini-Markets will take place every Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday. www.spottedinely.com/58211

Ely. www.spottedinely.com/58947

COMMUNITY HUB ELY GAMES NIGHT AT THE DRAYMAN’S SON 7:30pm - Drayman’s Son Micropub

10:00am - Lighthouse Free help and advice on debt, alcohol misuse, drug dependency, housing/homelessness, benefits, mental health, domestic violence and more. www.spottedinely.com/53755

Join us every Monday for Games Night. www.spottedinely.com/53497

TAG RUGBY AT ELY TIGERS

GIRLS RUGBY AT ELY TIGERS 6:30pm - Ely Tigers Rugby Club We are reintroducing Girls Rugby at the Club. www.spottedinely.com/54535

7:30pm - Ely Tigers Rugby Club www.spottedinely.com/53552

ELY CITY WI: MAY

STEADY 5K, LET’S RUN GIRLS ELY 7:00pm - Ely Market Place www.spottedinely.com/58603

MEETING 7:30pm - The Old Dispensary, Ely In this months meeting we invite Suzanne Lindsay to give us a talk “From Sink to Mink and back again”. www.spottedinely.com/59073

LET’S RUN GIRLS ELY – BEGINNERS 7:00pm - Ely Market Place www.spottedinely.com/58658

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AN EVENING WITH LINDSEY DAVIS IN ELY 7:30pm - St Peter’s Church, Broad Street, Ely

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QUIZ NIGHT 8:30pm - The Plough & Harrow Littleport May’s quiz night is on Wednesday May 16th, starting at 8. www.spottedinely.com/57905

Flavia Albia is offered a sleuthing job by her new husband’s scheming ex-wife – then on the same day he disappears. www.spottedinely.com/58339

QUIZ NIGHT 8:00pm - The Kings Arms, Ely

THURSDAY 17TH MAY THE K9 CAFE 10:00am - Cathedral Centre Palace Green Ely

Quiz Night. www.spottedinely.com/57972

Weekly drop in K9 Cafe - a safe social place for people and dogs. www.spottedinely.com/53837

WEDNESDAY 16TH MAY ELY MINI MARKET 9:00am - Ely Market Place The new Mini-Markets will take place every Tuesday,

THE ACTION FOR HAPPINESS COURSE 7:00pm - Ely Cathedral Education and Conference Centre EXPLORING WHAT MATTERS An inspiring 8-week course to explore what matters for a happy and meaningful life - together with a group of friendly, like-minded people. www.spottedinely.com/55251

Wednesday and Friday. www.spottedinely.com/58231

HAPPY CAFÈ 10:30am - Julia’s Tearooms Ely

AN EVENING WITH EMMA HEALEY 7:30pm - St Peter’s Church, Broad Street, Ely 15-year-old Lana goes missing for four agonising days.

Happy Cafè at Julia’s Tea Rooms. www.spottedinely.com/45101

ULTIMATE FRISBEE 6:20pm - Ely Outdoor Sports Association www.spottedinely.com/59371

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ISLE OF DOGS (PG) 7:30pm - The Maltings Isle of Dogs (PG) Ely Cinema Thursday 17 May: 7. www.spottedinely.com/59135

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