Elyi Magazine December 2017

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Ely i Magazine Reflecting the richness of Ely life

December 2017

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Contents

10,000 copies delivered door to door in Ely + ONLINE ISSUE Free to pick up in many surrounding villages!

Ely Mayor – 4 3D Printing in Ely – 6 Lucy Frazer – 10 Ely Business Boost – 12 Maintain your Mower – 21 KD Panto Competition – 23 Unrest Film Screening – 26 RNA Notice – 34 Jubilee gardens – 36 Festival Calendar – 38 Toppings Books – 40 Be a Host – 42 Be a Governor – 43 Ely Cinema - 59

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As we career headlong into the festive and panto season, I am tempted to entertain you with a few Christmas crackers...jokes that is! How about this one. “How will Christmas dinner be different after Brexit? ..... “No Brussels!” It’s the way I tell em clearly my talents lie elsewhere!

We have a full magazine for you again this month.

It’s been busy, but that’s the way we like it. Hopefully we will see some of you at the KD panto and other events around the city. You can win a family ticket by entering our competition on Facebook.

Please do say hello if you see us as we love a good natter and we always like to put a face to a name or email address.

Madeleine and I would like to wish you all the best for Christmas and the New Year! best wishes from Bridget & Madeleine and all in the Elyi Team

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RICHARD HOBBS MAYOR OF ELY A very big thank you to all who turned up on the Sunday 22nd October to help with the litter pick, what a great job you all did. Also, to Mr Simm who turned up with a box of sweeties to keep us going.

Apple Festival was very well attended and enjoyed by all ages. My congratulations to Tracey and Aileen and their very small team for organising another successful event and I look forward to next year.

Pat and I attended the Royal Navy Association Trafalgar Dinner. This could have been a sad event as this was to be its last. But in true naval tradition they remembered the good times and those wonderful stories of their seafaring days, all washed down with Pussers rum.

I was invited to the launch of the Ely and District Table Tennis club who meet at Witchford College to celebrate their grant from Sport England. The club put on a demonstration of the talent within the club. I was given the opportunity to play a game, as I was at one time junior champion of Ely, I now realise this was a long time ago. I look forward seeing this club go from strength to strength.

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We welcomed Kammerkor, a choir from our twin city Ribe in Denmark. They gave two concerts, one lunchtime in the Lady Chapel which was very moving, they captured the feel for the Lady Chapel. The second concert was with Ely Choral Society which was equally moving.

Congratulations to the Choral Society for a truly wonderful choral weekend.

The Remembrance weekend started for me on the Friday when I was invited to attend the Witchford College Remembrance Service and to unveil a newly erected Remembrance Wall. It was an honour to be asked and I must congratulate Ed Quzman as he not only helped raise the finances but helped build the wall. This was a very proud moment for Ed’s parents and the school. Well done Ed and all those involved.

On the 11th and 12th we in Ely came together to remember those that gave their lives in all conflicts. The turnout on both occasions truly reflects our continued gratitude to those who made the ultimate sacrifice. Thank you, the Royal British Legion, for a very well organised occasion and also to the City of Ely Military band for their continued support.

Pat and I wish you all compliments of the season.

Regards Mayor Richard

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3D PRINTING SERVICE OPENS FOR BUSINESS IN ELY Local technology start up, Print My Part, is now open for business at eSpace North, the East Cambridgeshire District Council supported business centre.

Print My Part is Ely’s first 3D printing bureau service, set up to provide high quality parts to the technology hub of Cambridgeshire as well as clients nationwide.

The Print My Part HQ is home to a state of the art professional 3D printer which uses the FDM (Fused Deposition Modelling) printing process; this ensures prints are robust and functional, whilst ensuring a high quality surface finish.

only in high-tech companies, but also for artists, hobbyists and individuals. Whether you need parts for a DIY project or a small scale production run, we welcome you to get in touch to discuss how 3D printing can bring your ideas and parts to life.”

Print My Parts aims to offer the ultimate 3D printing service, often turning models around within just 24 hours. Jack explains “Rather than pricing jobs on part volume, we review every job individually, not only does this result in lower prices, but it also allows us to offer a detailed review of every part we receive. This means we can offer complete transparency in both price and ‘printability’.”

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The start up is seeking work from the local community and local businesses. Print My Part founder, Jack explains “With more and more technology based companies moving to North Cambridgeshire, we are working with a range of local businesses. That said, we would love to work with creative members of the local community.

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LUCY FRAZER MP I wanted to take the opportunity to wish all my constituents a merry Christmas and a happy new year. 2017 has flown by! I have been pursuing with vigour the roll out of superfast broadband across the constituency and am campaigning to get South East Cambridgeshire selected as a testbed for the trialing of industrial 5G.

my many visits to Ely College and Kings’ Ely. I’ve been pleased to meet many more of you at leisure - perhaps whilst admiring a Hockney creation at Babylon Arts, or whilst at the Ely Potato Race - I never pass up the chance to hear about any issues constituents may have. I have also visited Deanta UK, Ellutia, Advanced Aircraft Training Company, National Institute of Agricultural Botany (NIAB), Barcham Trees, Standen Engineering, Faerch Plast, DAS International, and the local Ladbrokes and Nationwide Building Society.

Education is also a passion of mine and I have been fighting for fairer funding for our schools. I take every opportunity to engage with schools and the Secretary of State to ensure our require-ments are front of mind. I welcome the recent announcement of £3.1 million more for our constitu-ency and will continue to press for our schools. I am also working closely with local businesses on support for STEM subjects and am driving a project to reduce the costs of teacher recruitment.

Elsewhere, Ely is experiencing significant growth with the new leisure park and the connection to Cambridge North station now completed.

Ely Southern Bypass is on target to be delivered during 2018; the start of works in March was the culmination of a great deal of work and I’m delighted construction of the Bypass is now underway. Furthermore, in February we welcomed the news that a Local Urgent Care Service was to be piloted at the Princess of Wales Hospital. This was in response to a very well run local campaign that bolstered the work I and others had been doing to support the cause in Parliament.

I enjoy every opportunity I have to meet with constituents and local businesses, welcoming visitors to Westminster - the Ely branch of the Mothers' Union and the Isle of Ely Federation’s Women’s Institute to name but a few. I also enjoyed speaking at Ely Hereward Rotary Club and

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On a final note, this year’s Christmas card will once again feature the artwork of one of our talented primary school children; every card will carry the ‘EACH’ logo, raising awareness of less fortunate children in our midst. I am so grateful for all the support I receive from constituents young and old and I look forward to working as hard as I can on your behalf in 2018!

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GOOGLE AND MICROSOFT VISIT ELY FOR EAST CAMBS BUSINESS BOOST 2017 Lucy Frazer MP and Mayor James Palmer joined global giants, Microsoft and Google, in Ely on 10th November to meet and talk to 227 local businesses for the first East Cambs Business Boost event held at The Maltings.

East Cambs Business Boost 2017, organised by East Cambridgeshire District Council’s Enterprise East Cambridgeshire team, The Greater Cambridge Greater Peterborough LEP, Cambridgeshire Chambers of Commerce, the Federation of Small Businesses and Emerald Frog Marketing, consisted of exhibition networking coupled with business support and funding clinics held by local financial experts. Microsoft and Google also delivered keynote sales and marketing seminars.

Lis Every, Vice Chair of East Cambridgeshire District Council said: “The first East Cambs Business Boost event has been a huge success with a wealth of advice and networking opportunities for local business owners to help them take their businesses to the next level for the benefit of the growing East Cambs economy. The support of Lucy Frazer MP and Mayor James Palmer for the event, alongside highly engaging and informative sales and marketing masterclasses from world-leaders, Microsoft and Google, is of great advantage to East Cambridgeshire’s business community.”

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Laura Welham-Halstead, Head of Communications and Connectivity at Greater Cambridge Greater Peterborough Local Enterprise Partnership said: “We are delighted Microsoft and Google took part in our first East Cambs Business Boost event and took the time to engage with local businesses and show them how to accelerate their sales and marketing functionality. The “Launch Zone”, where businesses, from start- ups and entrepreneurs through to more established small and mediumsized businesses gained financial advice, was also a big hit as experts shared their knowledge and support.

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ROYAL NAVAL ASSOCIATION ELY BRANCH CLOSES AFTER 30 YEARS It is with great sadness that the City of Ely Branch of the Royal Naval Association after 30 years will de-commission at the end of the year 2017, unfortunately nature has taken its course. No doubt we will be remembered from over the years for our Trafalgar Day balls in the Maltings and the Beet Club, where up to 140 locals and dignatories would attend.

Another distinguished member of the Branch was the Rt.Rev.Peter Walker Bishop of Ely who was an ex war-time Naval man and gave the first service at our Dedication as a Branch.

I would like to give a big thankyou to those who were past members of the Branch and all those who have shown an interest in us.

Yours Aye (as we say)

Our present Mayor and Mayoress Richard and Pat Hobbs were invited to our last Trafalgar dinner at the Cutter Inn on the 21st October in memory of his father Maurice who was also a past Mayor and one of the founder members of the Branch, along with such characters as Bert Herne past landlord of the High Flyer who with a strong voice would give renditions of "Land of Hope and Glory" etc at the balls.

We recognise the right of people to be treated with fairness, respect and dignity at all stages of their lives Vera James House is a residential care home for older people in the centre of Ely with 42 en-suite rooms, including a dementia care wing. We aim to make people feel at home and our dedicated, highly trained team of staff offers care and support, whilst ensuring residents are able to maintain their independence as far as possible.

In addition, older residents who live in Ely can also benefit from using our local community services , we can help with the following: Respite stay—before making that decision to move into full time care or maybe your family are going away on holiday come and stay with us for a short break  Housekeeping—from cleaning and ironing to bed changing and shopping  Meals service—nutritious, hot lunchtime meal delivered to your door  Sitting service—a visit from our experienced staff gives family carers time to themselves To find out more, please call us at Vera James House on 01353 661113 or email: verajameshouse@chsgroup.org.uk 34 | Elyi Magazine | www.elyimagazine.com

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BE PART OF THE TEAM SUPPORTING JUBILEE GARDENS FOR ALL TO ENJOY! Do you walk through Jubilee Gardens? If so I wonder if you have noticed the changes that have been made and are continuing.

The largest of these is in the planting of the Queen’s Wood; to celebrate Her Majesty’s 90th birthday. An area, at Broad Street end, has been cleared of overgrown shrubs; a beech hedge planted next to our neighbours with some new trees.

The Friends of Jubilee Garden have paid for these species trees which are supplied by Barcham Tree Specialist. Some of these are already in and the rest will be planted on December 14th and there is a display in the library of the chosen trees.

To complete the wood, East Cambridgeshire District Council will add shrubs and bulbs.

This has been an expensive cooperative enterprise but one we feel will be appreciated by the people of Ely and our visitors.

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Coffee mornings held at The Lamb Hotel, Ely from 9.30am on 14th November and NEXTDecember MEETING : 2017 12TH DECEMBER 12th Want to find out more?

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The Friends work closely with E.C.D.C in the garden with a working party each month, weeding, pruning and planting. In the past the Friends have undertaken various projects, introducing art, bird boxes and the play area.

Some of the Friends are able to work in the garden, others raise money and all pay £5 per annum to be ‘a friend’. If you would like to join us please contact Ann Laird: ann.laird62@btinternet.com.

In the meantime please come into the garden and enjoy it.

Pauline Sherwood Chair of the Friends of Jubilee Gardens

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ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT MUSIC, DANCE & DRAMA

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All the monthly pictures and front cover were winners in our new Photographic Competition at this year’s Festival, which had as its theme ‘The Fens’.

The cover photo winner was Lesley Allen, with a stunning high-level internal view of Ely Cathedral.

Calendars cost only £5 and are filled with fabulous images from the Fens, making a unique gift or Christmas present for your friends and family. All proceeds will go towards Festival funds.

Calendars are available at several outlets locally within Ely and in surrounding villages.

In Ely: Babylon Art Gallery, Cathedral Shop, Eel Catcher’s Daughter Shop, and Oliver Cromwell House Tourist Information Centre.

In villages: Haddenham Galleries Craft Centre, Spoilt Rotten Beads Haddenham, The Cherry Tree Haddenham, and CentrePeace Shop Burwell.

Plans are already taking shape for next year’s Festival, running from Saturday 9 June to Saturday 7 July 2018, which has the theme ‘Flora and Fauna’.

Visit our Festival website and facebook page: www.isleofelyartsfestival.org.uk www.facebook.com/isleofelyartsfestival

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SOHAM COMRADES BRASS BAND CHRISTMAS CONCERT IN AID OF ST ANDREW’S CHURCH FUNDS

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EDUCATION

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Two giants of the fiction scene, Robert Harris and Ali Smith, have produced real treats: Munich is a classic story of espionage, set in the run up to the Second World War, and written with Harris’s consummate story-telling skill.

Ali Smith's Winter, the second novel in her seasonal quartet, is thought-provoking, timely and exquisitely written – a must for lovers of quality literary fiction – and a beautiful looking book, too.

Several astounding children's books have come into being this year, a bookshop favourite is The Lost Words, by Robert Macfarlane and Jackie Morris.

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other: it seeks to capture and teach children about the magic of nature through 'word spells' and the most beautiful large-scale illustrations. It's an instant classic and will be treasured.

Another highlight is beloved author's Oliver Jeffers's latest treat for younger children; called Here We Are, it was written to welcome

his son into the world, and is a warm, kind, compassionate guide to living on our planet.

The question of what to give hard-to-buy-for adults can be solved by choosing from this year’s wonderful biographies.

Two standouts are Mr Lear by Jenny Uglow, and Citizen Clem by John Bew – both remarkable examples of biographical writing. Beautiful cookery books and excellent food writing never fail to please, and At My Table and Cheese by Nigella Lawson and Michel Roux Senior, respectively, will ensure happy recipients and delicious festive dinners.

The booksellers at Topping & Company are always on hand for a chat and advice (with coffee!), and they hope to welcome you to the bookshop soon.

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THE REWARDS OF BEING A HOST With the number of international students coming to UK boarding schools, the need for educational guardians is increasing, and with this host families to look after them when they are unable to travel home during the short school holidays.

The experience that a child has when staying with a host can bring life long friendships., from learning to adapt to life in the beautiful English countryside, to life in a large busy city, from learning to bake bread to sharing with your host how to cook the best noodles!

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Families with children of their own, those with “empty nest syndrome” grandparents, single parents, to name a few, all benefit from hosting international students. From a cultural or language perspective, offering a caring home to a students will certainly help to enhance their learning experience and life in the UK. Hosting can be short term from just a few weekends a year or half term and some of the longer school holidays.

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BE A SCHOOL GOVERNOR Are you interested in education and how schools work? Would you like to make a positive difference to the life chances of children? Do you want to share your skills to make that difference? Would you enjoy being part of a team that provides critical challenge and support to the leadership team whose aim is driving up standards?

If you can say ‘yes’ to all of these, consider investigating the role and putting yourself forward as a governor at Ely St John’s Community Primary School.

Being a governor is a real commitment, but is a rewarding and enjoyable experience. It requires regular attendance at formal meetings, which are usually in the evening, although getting to know the school well requires some planned time in school during the day.

The best way to find out about the role and why people do it is to talk to someone who is already a governor. You may be surprised how many of your acquaintances have this experience. You could also contact Ms Liz Bassett, the head teacher, who will be only too happy to talk to you. Schools look for a variety of experience and skills across their governing body, but may well also be seeking specific skills, eg finance or business. Training is important for all governors and is readily available.

We are currently looking for a co-opted Governor who may well represent different areas of the community. These will be selected by our governing body.

Does the role interest you? Do you want to find out more information? If so, take the first step and contact us on office@elystjohns.cambs.sch.uk and express your interest. We will be pleased to talk to you and we will send you all the information you need to make the decision whether to apply. www.elyimagazine.com || Elyi Elyi Magazine Magazine || 43 43 www.elyimagazine.com

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26th & 27th January 2018 MALTINGS, Ship Lane, Ely. CB7 4BB

Friday 26th 10:30-22:00 ; Saturday 27th 10:30-20:00 Food Available All Sessions Admission : £2 / FREE to CAMRA members with a valid membership card For more information visit: www.elycamrabeerfest.com email: elysianbf@ely-camra.org.uk twitter: @ElyBeerFestival

Festival of Nativity Scenes From Around the World Ely Methodist Church entrance via Chapel St or rear St Mary`s Car Park.

Saturday December 2nd from 10am - 3pm with Christmas Fair and Light Lunches Sunday December 3rd 10.30am Celebration Service all welcome 12 non-3pm festival open Entrance free, donations.

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City of Ely Flower Club City of Ely Flower Club

Thursday 7th December 2017 Flower Demonstration by Tim Meakin from Wisbech entitled “Designer Flowers”. Start time 7.15pm Venue: Needhams Hall, Ely College, Downham Road, Ely. Come along and enjoy an evening filled with flowers and meet new friends.

Entrance: Visitors £5.00 Members £2.00 (incl. tea/coffee & mince pies) Further info: Margaret Dooling - 01353 610436.

Contact: Margaret Dooling - 01353 610436.

Ely City W.I. ​11 December John Lillyman: ‘It shouldn’t happen to a Dame’, Competition; Best party hat.

The Old Dispensary, 13 St Mary’s Street, Ely, Cambs, CB7 4ER - 7.30 pm to approx 9.45 pm, (feel free to turn up from 7.15 pm onwards) www: http://wielycity.wixsite.com/home Facebook: ElyCityWI Email: ruth.g.sindall@btconnect.com

AMNESTY talks knowledge worth spreading 23 January 2018 The film ‘Syria’s Disappeared’ followed by the opportunity to ask questions of Carla de Lello Lorenzi, Country Coordinator (Amnesty International UK), Syria.

20 February 2018 Human Rights in Saudi Arabia: Case Studies. Speaker - Paul Dawson Country Coordinator (Amnesty International UK) Middle East and Gulf.

20 March 2018 Human Rights in Israel and Palestine. Speaker - Paul Clark, Ecumenical Accompanier in Israel and Palestine.

All talks take place at the Babylon Gallery, Waterside, Ely. 7.00 for 7.15pm FREE though donations welcomed.

Organised by Ely Amnesty International Group info@amnestyely.org.uk

Christmas craft fair @ ely cathedral centre, palace green (Opposite the cathedral)

Saturday 2Nd December, 10am—3pm OVER 30 STALLS OVER 3 FLOORS! COME IN FROM THE COLD AND FIND THAT PERFECT CHRISTMAS PRESENT HANDMADE CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS, TOYS, GIFTS, CARDS, JEWELLERY, ART, CERAMICS & MUCH MORE HOT DRINKS & MINCEPIES AVAILABLE FROM OUR CAFÉ

50p ADMISSION FOR ADULTS

CHILDREN FREE

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GROUPS AND MEETS LISTINGS To update or add your group events please email: editor@elyimagazine.com IN APPROXIMATE ALPHABETICAL ORDER East Cambridgeshire Access Group

Ely & District Archaeological Society

The East Cambridgeshire Access Group meets fortnightly to make written comment on Planning Applications, for buildings to which the public are invited. Everyone welcome. Meet at The Grange Council Offices.

Contact Vicki at vickielychapter@btinternet.com for more details.

Talks are at the Methodist Church Hall, Ely. Entry is via the gate at the rear of St Mary’s Street Car Park, Ely. ADMISSION: Visitors £2.50 – Members free.

Want to know more phone 01353 669326

Age UK Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Working with and for older people, providing a wide range of services and support helping older people remain independent in their own homes. Many volunteer opportunities to include weekly befriending visits. Free to attend, events held regularly.

Tel: 0300 666 9860, email informationservices@ ageukcap.org.uk, www.ageukcap.org.uk facebook: www.facebook.com/AgeUKCAP

Ely Amateur Dramatic Society The city’s oldest dramatic society first started in 1888.

We produce three productions a year, from a range of genres. Visit our website or Facebook page to find out about tickets for shows and how to join. elyamateurdramatics.org / www.facebook.com/ elyamateurdramatics / @DramaEly

Ely City Amnesty Int’ Group We hold regular meetings on the first Tuesday of the month at 7.00pm at St Peter’s House, Broad Street, Ely, and would welcome new members to campaign and plan activities. www.amnestyelycity.org.uk email:info@elyamnesty.org.uk

Ely Archers Ely Archers is a friendly and thriving club. We promote shooting socially, for fun and shooting seriously for tournaments. Based in Ely, we shoot both indoors and outdoors (weather permitting). Ely Archers was formed in 2004 by two local archers, and our membership grew steadily from there to currently around 40 members. Our qualified coaches are on hand regularly to help where needed and we run beginners’ courses throughout the summer for newcomers to archery. Becoming an annual member of Ely Archers allows you the chance to shoot with us throughout the year: twice a week in Winter and three times a week in Summer. http://www.elyarchers.org.uk General enquiries to: info@elyarchers.co.uk.

Membership: membership@elyarchers.org.uk

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Ely Art Society We meet every 2nd Friday of the month at 7.30pm at the Methodist Hall CB6 1AD. Art Demos. New members always welcome, £30.00 per year only.

Contact Gary Davis chairman / gary.c.davis@mac.com

Ely Arts Theatre Want to find out about everything that is going on in the theatre and performance arts in and around Ely? Then join the Ely Arts Theatre network. Ely Arts Theatre is a community all about promoting all things theatre and performance or visual arts in Ely and the surrounding East Cambridgeshire area. We want to get more bums on seats for Ely & East Cambridgeshire theatre and performance arts events! So join the community at: www.elyartstheatre.org Twitter - @elyartstheatre www.facebook.com/elyartstheatre

Ely Astronomy Club XMAS MEETING : Fri 1st December 2017 (a week earlier than usual) January 12th Happy New year! Club chairman and founder, Mike Stephens gives his annual address. “What form might Alien Life take?”

Meetings commence at 7.30pm and are held at the Vernon Cross Rm, Ely Museum. The aim of the club is to be informal, friendly and exciting. Beginners and families are welcome. Join us and journey to the stars!

Meetings are the 2nd friday of the month from Sept - June (July & Aug no meetings) No admission fee, retiring collection.

Contact: Mike Stephens / mike@sulis.demon.co.uk Facebook: Ely Astronomy Club http://sites.google.com/site/elyastroclub/

Ely Baha’i Community The following events are all held at the Ely Museum, The Old Gaol, Market Street, Ely, CB74LS, 7:30 to 9:00 1st Tuesday of the month - Tranquility Zone - A space to meditate and reflect on a selection of uplifting words and music.

2nd Tuesday of the month - Facts about the Baha’i Faith - A space to come and hear about this very young Faith and ask any questions on any aspect 3rd Tuesday of the month - Discussion Group on a different topical issue each month with various guest speakers 4th Tuesday of the month - Audio Visual night with short, interesting, thought provoking videos All are welcome. any faith, any religion, no religion.

Tel:07746761519 - FB:Ely Baha’i community Twitter: @elybahais - email: elybahais@gmail.com

City of Ely Military Band We are a wind or military style band which performs at venues all over the eastern region. We include a variety of instruments from the woodwind and brass sections, plus percussion, and currently have a membership of approximately sixty members. We rehearse every Tuesday evening at Ely College, Downham Road. New players are welcome. There are no auditions. We only ask that players bring an enthusiasm for performing and a willingness to commit time to rehearsals and performances. www.elyband.co.uk Prospective players should contact Phil Green, our Musical Director, on 01353 721782

East Cambs Amazons Basketball Club We are a female Basketball Club, set up as part of the East Cambs Warriors Basketball Club. Aimed at female players of any standard aged 14 plus, who are interested, want to learn to play or have played before and want to return to the game. Training session: Monday nights 6:30pm to 7:30pm at Kings School, Ely Sports Hall. Cost £3. First session free.

For more information contact: email: eastcambsamazons@btinternet.com Find us on Facebook: EastCambsAmazons Website: www.eastcambswarriors.leaguerepublic.com

City of Ely Bowls Club Fancy playing bowls? Well with us you can.

Our Indoor club is open all year; and from May to September you can also play on our outdoor green.

We are a family friendly club where any age can join in and have a game. Our U18 section meet on a Sunday morning for coaching and fun, and we hold a general turn up and play called a ‘drive’ on Monday & Friday mornings & Tuesday afternoons. It’s a great way to get some gentle exercise & meet new friends, in a social environment. If you are interested in giving bowls a try please call the club for details. www.cityofelybowlsclub.org.uk Email: cityofelybowlsclub@btconnect.com Tel: 01353 665272

Ely Bridge Club Ely Bridge Club welcomes new members, regardless of experience. We play Monday afternoons and Tuesday evenings. Contact Barry Lowe: 01353 658356 e-mail elybridgeclub@gmail.com

Cambs Community Archive This is a web site for old and new photographs of Ely and the immediate area surrounding it. Contribute photos etc by filling in the on line form on the website. www.ccan.co.uk e:ely@ccan.co.uk

C.A.T. Theatre Company We perform mostly musicals and a Christmas panto, we audition, but we also have show nights without auditions, where members perform their own choice of music. Our minimum age is 14yrs. apart from the Panto, where children may be younger. email: aafdawes@gmail.com / Tel: 01353 664564

Cambridgeshire Invisible Illness Support ( CAMBSIIS) We will be meeting monthly for support and information at The Old Dispensary on St Mary’s Street 6pm from January 2018.

Our December event is a film screening - UNREST, a Sundance award-winning film by Jennifer Brea at Babylon Gallery on Tuesday 19th December at 6pm.

Only 40 tickets available – book quickly to avoid disappointment. £7 Email: info@cambsiis.co.uk / Phone: 07793671728

Ely and District Camra We are a friendly, local branch of The Campaign for Real Ale whose main aims are to promote real ales and cider, pubs in our area that serve these (and encourage those that do not to change), to protect beer quality and choice in pubs and lobby for fair duty and full measures.

We organise the annual Winter Beer Festival and a range of social events for our members. Our Branch meetings take place around the District in local public houses serving real ales and ciders. Membership of CAMRA has a number of benefits including free or reduced entry into beer festivals, reduced prices on beer and cider in some pubs, member’s discounts and access to What’s Brewing and Beer Magazine. If you are interested in Real Ale and Cider then do get in contact.

Email: camraely@gmail.com Website: www.elycamrabeerfest.com Facebook: @ElyandDistrictCamra Twitter:@ElyBeerFestival

Ely & Dist’ Caravan & Camping Club Bring your caravan or motor home for a weekend away with your local Camping Club to the following rallies:Sept 8th to 10th Appleacre C. P. Banham Zoo Norfolk.

Sept 22nd to 24th Burleigh Hill C.P. St. Ives Cambs. 6th of October at Clockhouse Farm Glemsford.

20th of October at Hallowtrees Nacton. You are invited to bring your caravan or motor home to a weekend away at the following locations.

Call David to arrange to join in Tel: 07771882185 Contact: davidmalkin2010@hotmail.co.uk

Care Network Cambs Supporting Volunteers, Encouraging Independence, Developing Good neighbour projects.

Tel: 01954 211919 email: volunteering@care-network.org.uk Website: www.care-network.org.uk twitter @CareNetworkCamb Facebook: Care Network Cambridgeshire

Ely & District Cats Protection Your local registered charity that rescues and rehomes unwanted and stray cats. The charity also helps with the cost of neutering cats for people on low incomes and gives talks on cats and cat care to schools and community groups.

Tel:01353 699430 email: elycats@waitrose.com website ely.cats.org.uk

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Churches Together in Ely New Connexions @ High Barns The Theatre, St Mary’s School, High Barns, Ely. www.newconnexionschurch.org.uk The Countess Free Church Chapel Street, Ely. Tel: 01353 662396 www.countessely.co.uk Ely Methodist Church Chapel Street, Ely. Tel: 01353 662426 www.elyandnewmarket.com

UNDER TWOS: Parent and carers toddler Group. This also another group aimed at parents and carers with children under two years of age. Again this is a less boisterous group for children just starting to walk and not yet in pre-school. No booking required, just turn up and there is a fee of £1.50 per child. Hot and cold refreshments provided. These are a highly recommended group by the community mid-wives, Ely Children center and by the mums.

Ely City ChurchTel: 01353 662172 www.elycitychurch.co.uk

Ely College Community Education St Mary’s Church of England St Mary’s Street, Ely. Tel: 01353 659550 Christ Church North Ely held at Isle of Ely School Tel: 01353 659550 www.stmarysely.org St Peter’s Church of England Broad Street, Ely. www.elystpeterschurch.co.uk St Etheldreda’s Catholic Church Egremont Street, Ely. Tel: 01353 662759 The Lighthouse Fellowship Lynn Road, Ely. Tel: 01353 662228 www.lighthouse-ely.org Ely City Church (Formerly The Olive Tree) Tel: 01353 662172 www.elycitychurch.co.uk

We provide a wide range of evening classes for adults, from arts and crafts, languages, to cookery, exercise and more. For full details of what’s on offer please visit our website or contact us for more information.

Tel: 01353 664853 Email: community@elycollege.co.uk Website: www.elycollege.com/community Twitter: @ElyCommEdu

Ely Consort Ely Consort is a Chamber choir of about 40 voices. We perform music in a wide variety of styles; our performance venues include Ely Cathedral as well as other local churches. Ely Consort has built up a performing reputation over the last 25 years, to be known as one of the premier Chamber Choirs in East Anglia. A reputation we are very proud of maintaining! Membership by audition.

Email: info@elyconsort.org.uk

Countess Free Church

We are a mixed voice community choir holding concerts in Ely Cathedral and other venues locally with professional soloists and orchestras, together with musicians from the Ely and Cambridge area. No auditions. There is something for everyone whatever your experience or skill level. We rehearse on Monday evenings at Ely St John’s School in St John’s Road, CB6 3BW – do come and try us out.

Tel: 01638 731300 / E:chairman@elychoralsociety.org Website: www.elychoralsociety.org

J.TEAM For school years 4+5+6 Meets term-time on Tuesday’s from 6.30 to 7.45PM. Games, craft, a reflection and lots of fun. New people welcome. Cost 50p POWER PACK For school years 2+3 Meets term-time on Wednesday’s from 6.00 to 7.00PM. Games, craft, story and lots of fun. New people welcome.

Cost 30p TODDLERS Two by Two baby and toddler Group meets term time on Thursday’s from 9.30 to 11.15am.

Toys, craft, coffee and snacks. Cost £1.50 per family.

All events at Countess Free Church, Chapel St. Ely CB6 1AD Tel: 01353 662396 / www.countessely.co.uk

Ely City Church

City of Ely Cricket Club

Ely Cathedral The College, Ely. Tel: 01353 667735 www.elycathedral.org

Ely Choral Society

Olive Cafe:Fridays 10am -12pm (Free) Ely City Church, 15a Silver Street. Open Door Cafe offers a friendly setting in which to meet others over freshly brewed tea or coffee and homemade cake. (donations for refreshments) UNDER ONES: Parents & Babies Group. A group for babies under a year old, providing a relaxed atmosphere for babies and for parents and carers to socialise. No need to book, just turn up and there is a fee of just £1 per baby. Hot and cold refreshment provided.

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City of Ely Cricket Club have been playing at the Paradise ground since 1856. We are Clubmark accredited and run a range of teams for adults and youths (from Year 4). We also run regular training sessions through the winter. www.cityofely.play-cricket.com e-mail: cityofely_cc@hotmail.com / tel: 01353 662886

Ely & District Cycling Club

Ely English Language Cafe

For more information, to book a place or to reserve a bicycle please contact Cliff Loveday on 07823 338615

Tues & Fri at 10.30am. Just drop in - all welcome.

The Kings Arms, St Mary’s Street for info contact Bob Handley: e: handleybob46@gmail.com Tel: 01353 666367

Cambridge Cruse Bereavement Care.

We are a support group for Bereaved people, offering a warm and friendly welcome at our Coffee Mornings in the Methodist Church, Chapel Street, Ely. Our meetings are on the first and third Wednesday of each month from 10.15am to 11.45am. Our Group is part of a National Organisation and our volunteers are trained to support all types of Bereavement. Do come along if you have been bereaved, you will not only find support from our volunteers but also friendship and support from other members of the group.

Contact Mary on 01353 659314 Cambridge Cruse 01223 302662

Octagon Cycling Club Octagon Cycling Club are a friendly local cycling club based in Ely. Formed in 2009, we are a mixed ability social group of riders......our group boasts a couple of ex-pro racers, ladies, complete novices, newbies, charity cyclists, mechanics, pub riders, tri-athletes, mountain bikers, and just about anybody who enjoys getting on a road bike.

We meet Wednesday & Thursday evenings for indoor spinning & summer training rides, and Saturday and Sunday mornings for long rides (30 to 80 miles) at varying speeds between 15 & 24+ mph depending on terrain. We aim to stay together & no rider is left behind.

New members are ALWAYS welcome...there is no joining fee or subscription, no commitment just the pleasure of riding a road bike on quiet Fenland roads with friends..... plus quite a bit of banter! www.octagoncycling.com octagoncyclingclub@gmail.com Contacts Robin Jones 07824 486 105

Ely Dining Club This friendly lunchtime dining club with interesting speakers, welcomes men and women (and their guests). It meets 6 times a year at The Poets House on St Marys Street in Ely. Tuesday, 12th December; Monday 5th February; Tuesday 17th April; Monday 11th June. The 2-course meal with coffee costs just £20. It is a great way to meet new people and meet up with your friends. The dining club helps fund projects such as the NSPCC ChildLine Schools Service visits to primary schools to talk to young children about abuse and how to get help.

For more information about the dining club contact: Sylvia on 01343 777373.

Ely for Europe We are a cross-party group campaigning to ensure that the UK remains as close to the centre of the European Union as possible. We support the right to remain of EU nationals living in the UK and full membership of the European Single Market. We have regular meetings and social events.

To learn more, please visit our website http://www.elyforeurope.org or Facebook – ElyforEurope.

The Order of St Etheldreda The Order of St. Etheldreda is the fund-raising arm of Ely Cathedral Trust.

If you would like further details on how to join The Order please contact: oofSE@elycathedral.org or telephone 01353 660363

Edward Bear Club (Cathedral) Our club meets every Friday morning during term time from 10.00 to 11.00 at Powcher’s Hall on Firmary Lane (behind the Cathedral). Parents, carers and pre-school children worship together with story, song and prayer.

We finish with coffee and chat. This group seeks to welcome all those who wish to nurture the faith in their children in a relaxed atmosphere.

Contact: Angela Jones 01353 665810

FENPROBE TALKING NEWS for the Blind & Sight Impaired The local audio compilation of the Ely Standard and Ely News, published weekly, is available to all those unable to read 12pt (most newspapers) comfortably. If not registered blind or partially sighted, an ophthalmologist or doctor will sign your application form to confirm eligibilty. The service is free and an Mp3 player is available, also free of charge. A volunteer will visit to explain the service and how to operate the player.

For further information please telephone the Secretary: 01353 861153 or email: jsmith9306@aol.com

Fen Speak Fen Speak is a poetry and spoken-word night which takes place in Ely (at The Babylon Arts Gallery) and Wisbech (at the Wisbech and Fenland Museum) and features regular guest speakers as well as open-mic performances. In Ely, Fen Speak usually takes place on the third Wednesday of every other month (Feb, April, June, August, Oct, Dec) - doors at 7pm for a 7.30 start.

Entry is free, with donations to support running costs.

See our Facebook page for details of upcoming dates or email jonathan.totman@gmail.com to be added to the mailing list.

Ely Film Society Ely Film Society meets on the third Monday of every month to screen the best of world cinema. We meet in The Old Palace, King’s School, Palace Green, Ely at 7.30 pm.

For membership and guest ticket details, please contact us on: 01353 668639 or 01353 656959. full programme:www.elyfilmsociety.com

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Ely Community First Responders

Stuntney & District Gardening Club

Our community first responders are volunteers who are trained by East of England Ambulance Service to attend certain types of emergency calls in the area where they live or work. Their aim is to reach a potential life threatening emergency and provide the appropriate care until the more highly skilled ambulance crew arrives on scene to take over the treatment in the first vital minutes before the ambulance crew arrives.

For more information please contact Emma Greaves 01353 614794 Elycfrs@virginmedia.com Follow us on https://www.facebook.com/ ElyCommunityFirstResponders/

We hold regular meetings on the 1st Monday of each month at 7pm in Stuntney Social Club. We have varied and interesting speakers. We welcome new members!

Please do get in touch for a copy of our programme.

Tel: 07775503595

Ely Flower Club Thursday 7th December 2017 Flower Demonstration by Tim Meakin from Wisbech entitled “Designer Flowers”. Start time 7.15pm Venue: Needhams Hall, Ely College, Downham Road, Ely. Come along and enjoy an evening filled with flowers and meet new friends. Entrance: Visitors £5.00 Members £2.00 (incl. tea/coffee & mince pies) Further info: Margaret Dooling 01353 610436 elyflowerclub@hotmail.co.uk

Ely Folk Club We meet monthly on the “teenth” Wednesday of the month with a concert of folk music and song featuring local and national folk artists. This is in the Old Dispensary, St. Mary’s Street, Ely, doors open at 7.30pm for an 8.00pm start.

Contact 01353 740999 or 01353 664706 or via website www.elyfolkclub.co.uk

Ely Foodbank The food bank is run in partnership with Churches together in Ely. Donations can be left at collection points at Sainsbury, Tesco & Waitrose in Ely or brought to the food bank store on Barton Road. See website for times.

Emergency food needs and general enquiries: Tel: 01353 468626 / email: info@elyfoodbank.org.uk www.ely.foodbank.org.uk

Ely and District 41 Club A Club made up of past members of Round Table. We meet on the 2nd Thursday of the month at The Almonry Restaurant 7.00 for 7.30. If you are a past Round Tabler living in the Ely area please get in touch.

Contact: Nigel Davies.01353 721037 or njdavies1@aol. com Friends of Jubilee Gardens

Friends of Jubilee Gardens We are a friendly group of volunteers. Some of us enjoy fund raising, some prefer to take part in our monthly working parties but there are many other friends who like to support the gardens less actively by paying an annual subscription of £5.

Contact the current Chairman of the Friends, Pauline Sherwood on:01353 663716 www.jubileegardens-ely.org.uk

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Georgette Heyer Book Club - Ely We are an informal group of fans of Georgette Heyer’s historical novels. We meet on a Saturday morning (10.30am) at The Old Fire-Engine House in Ely every 4-6 weeks to discuss a selected book over coffee / tea and a cake. We are next meeting on September 23rd to discuss ‘The Spanish Bride’. All welcome and we are dog friendly too. There is a Facebook group of the same name which shows the latest book and date we are meeting.

Facebook/ Georgette Heyer Book Club - Ely

Ely City Golf Club Located at the edge of the City, just off the Cambridge Road, the 18 hole course is rated as one of East Anglia’s premier Championship parkland golf courses. The wellestablished course has 110 acres of mature woodland, manicured fairways and challenging greens only minutes from the magnificent Cathedral and the growing City of Ely. Membership of the club is currently available. New members enjoy various added benefits. For example a free golf-swing analysis with one of the club’s resident golf professionals. The club has very active Men’s, Ladies’, Senior and Junior sections which provide opportunities for both social and competitive golf.

Guests and visitors are always welcome. The club has practice facilities, a pro-shop and a superb clubhouse serving first-class food and beverages with stunning views overlooking the course.Come and see what Ely City Golf Club has to offer you For further information please call 01353 662751 www. elygolf.co.uk / email: info@elygolf.co.uk

Ely Heartbeat Health Walk Every Tuesday 2 pm, meets at entrance to Ely Cathedral, Minster Place, CB7 4DL. Grade 2, 60 minutes. www.walkingforhealth.org.uk

Ely High Badminton Club Every Wednesday (term time) 7.30-9.30pm Ely College, Downham Road.

Contact: 01353 699484 / john.clarke@tesco.net

Ely & District Horticultural Society Membership is open to anyone with an interest in Gardening or Horticulture. The STORES is open on: Monday evenings from 6.30pm till 8.00pm. Saturday mornings from 10am till midday. Membership is £8.00 per year and gives a 10% discount on all STORES prices. The society is run by volunteers. New Members, Committee Members and any volunteers are always welcome.

For more information, contact General Secretary Teresa Bye on 01353 610370 or teresabye@ntlworld.com

Ely Humanists

LGBT+ in Ely & Cambridgeshire

Meets at Ely Library Meeting Room. First Saturday of each month, 10.00am – 12.00pm.

For more info visit: http://ely.humanist.org.uk/

A LGBT+ group who meet on Fridays once a month for drinks at The Royal Standard in Forehill Ely from 7pm onwards or join us for brunch at Samovar on 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month 10am -12noon Other local events also organised at various times.

Contact by email for more information Email: lgbtqcambridgeshire@gmail.com https://www.facebook.com/LGBTEly https://www.facebook.com/LGBTCambridgeshire

Ely City Hockey Club Ely City Hockey Club is based at and uses the astro turf pitch at Ely Outdoor Sports Association, just off the Downham Road/A10 roundabout. We’re a friendly club and welcome players of all ages and all abilities. With 3 mens teams and 3 ladies teams there’s something for everyone, whether you want to reach for the heights of the Mens or Ladies 1st teams or just fancy the odd game on a Saturday, you’re very welcome! We also have a very active Junior section with nearly 100 boys and girls aged 6-16 years training weekly and competing against local clubs. Training times are (September – April): Juniors Tuesdays 7-8pm Ladies Tuesdays 8-9.30pm Mens Tuesdays 8-9.30pm For more info : :www.pitchero.com/clubs/elycityhockey Tel: 07815 905288 / Facebook: Ely City Hockey Club Twitter: @ElyHockeyClub

Inner Wheel Club of Ely Inner Wheel is one of the largest women’s service organisations in the world. Inner Wheel is.....Women in action working together to making a difference and improving lives. The objects of Inner Wheel are......To promote true friendship, To encourage the ideals of personal service, To foster international understanding.

We meet the 4th Wednesday in the month at the Old Dispensary, St Marys Street, Ely. If you are interested in visiting us please contact Mary Rone 01353 667088

Ely Vikings Korfball Meetings each Monday evening at the gym at Ely College - 6pm (juniors aged 7-13, for one hour) and 7pm (seniors, for two hours.) No previous experience is required - just turn up and enjoy your first free session.

Find out more at: http://www.elyvikings.com/

The K9 Community Cafe We are a weekly drop in cafe for people who like dogs !!

Well behaved humans can accompany their own dogs for coffee, biscuits and chat. Regular activities, friendly warm atmosphere, run by volunteers. Every Thursday 10 -12 at the Cathedral Centre Palace Green Ely for info www.facebook.com/thek9cafe/ Tel:07552462040

Ktog (Knit Together) We Meet every Thursday evening at the High Flyer Pub on newnham Street. 7.30-9pm. It is free to join us and everyone is welcome to knit, crochet, cross-stitch etc.

Tel: 01353 664472

The Lions Club of Littleport Make a difference to your community and join a club.

Ask a Lion and he/she will try and make it happen.

As a Lion you will join a club with like-minded men and women who are working together to strengthen your communities. You’ll also be a part of something bigger, a worldwide network of dedicated volunteers across the globe.

For more details of your local club contact: David & Jenny Ellis 01353 664318 / 07817 592438 Email; Littleportlions@yahoo.co.uk www.e-clubhouse.org/sites/littleport Facebook; Littleport Lions Club /Twitter; @ LittleportLions

Friends of Ely Library Coffee mornings and jigsaw exchange held by Friends of Ely Library every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month. Come and help us support our local Ely Library. 10.00am - 12.00 ALL Welcome.

For events please go to: www.cambridgeshire.net

The Lighthouse Fellowship Activities Lighthouse Seniors Social Club 2nd & 4th Mondays each Month (not School Holidays).

Transport from Soham area through ESACT may be available. Refreshment, friendship, hot lunch along with prize bingo/scrabble. 11.00am - 2.00pm. £5.00.

Booking preferred.

Garage Youth Theatre Garage Youth Theatre meets during term time at 7pm until 9pm. If you would like to have a go at acting, dancing, singing, costume making and make-up, set design than this for you! £1 per person Parents and Toddlers Wednesdays term time, accompanied children under 4yrs. 9.15am - 11.30am. Play activities in three rooms at the Lighthouse Centre including sensory and craft. Children £1 Adults 50p includes unlimited refreshments/biscuits and prize draw.

Friday night youth group 7.30 to 9.30pm Pool table, karaoke, Wii, games, tuck shop. For high school age.. £1 per person Tel: 01353 662228 email: info@lighthouse-ely.org www.lighthouse-ely.org/whatson

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Littleport Lions Korfball

Mothers’ Union St Mary’s Church Ely

Every Tuesday evening, Littleport Leisure Centre, Camel Rd. All year round, new players can get two free trial sessions at any time of year.

For more information, contact Andy on: andrewdunlop@hotmail.com, website: www.littleport-lions.co.uk Facebook or watch our introductory video on YouTube by searching for “This is Korfball”.

We meet on the second Wednesday of the month at 2.15pm in St Mary’s Church Rooms. We have a varied programme of speakers and social events. Through our membership, we seek to support work and care for families locally, nationally and worldwide. All are welcome to attend.

Contact the Church Office: 01353 659550 www.stmarysely.org/mothers-union.html www.facebook.com/StMarysElyMU/

Littleport Rotary Club We are a thriving branch of the Rotary family with a current membership of 24 and ages ranging from late thirties to early seventies! 75% of our membership is in full or part time employment. We meet on a weekly basis at The Anchor in Little Downham. As with other clubs our aims revolve around service to the community. www.littleportrotary.org.uk Contact: David Ambrose Smith 01353 861010

Lighthouse Knitters Projects include various charitable knits and self improvement. We meet between 9.30 - 11.30am on a Tuesday morning, all year round. Beginners and all age groups welcome, materials are provided and tea and coffee available for a small donation.

Please contact: Delia Wakeling on 01353 861126 or Maria Martin 01353 772 812

Sutton Masque We are a relatively new, (three years) Border Morris side based in Sutton-in-the-Isle. We practice on Wednesday at 8pm in Witcham Village Hall and perform at various events and locations around the local area. Come and join us or book us for your event.

E: squire@suttonmasque.org.uk W: http://suttonmasque.org.uk

Ely Milks 1.30-2.30pm on Thursdays at the Cathedral Centre on Palace Green Breastfeeding support. Ely Milks is a charitable organisation providing information and support for mums who are breastfeeding.

For more info go to: www.elymilks.co.uk

Monday Club St Mary’s Church Ely The club meets in the church hall on the 1st and 3rd Monday in the month, opening at 2:00pm for a 2:30 start. The programme includes a range of social events, including speakers on a wide range of subjects.

Afternoon tea and cakes are served at every meeting.

You are very welcome to join us. There is a charge of £1.00 per meeting. Elizabeth Flood on 01353 662385

Ely Cathedral Mothers’ Union We meet on the first Wednesday of the month at the Cathedral Centre at 7.30pm. As part of a national organisation we actively seek to support and care for families, both in our local community and through our links around the world. At our monthly meeting we have a speaker and refreshments. All are welcome. Visitors £2 and Members £1.

Eunice Reddish 01353 661502 www.elycathedral.org worship/mothersunion

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The Friends of Ely Museum.

Further info: www.elymuseum.org.uk/about Contact Pam Blakeman on 01353 663135.

Cost of meetings £2.50

Neighbourhood Watch Neighbourhood Watch exists to work with the local police force to reduce crime and anti-social behaviour, and also to encourage neighbourliness. This provides an increased feeling of security for the local residents. If you can’t make the open day you can still obtain information from Kevin Evans at 01353 614892 or kevin.g.evans@ntlworld.com

City of Ely Netball Club City of Ely Netball Club offers netball training and competition for women and girls (from School Year 7) The Club has 2 adult squads and 2 junior teams and offers umpiring/coaching opportunities. It has England Netball CAPS accreditation. For more information: web: www.cityofelynetball.co.uk email: elycity@hotmail.co.uk / tel: 01353 662886

Ely Netball Club The club is a thriving club with currently 30 members of all ages and abilities and we encourage women to return to sport to get fit and healthy but also as a great social activity.

Please contact Victoria Cutforth, Treasurer Ely Netball Club: elynetball@hotmail.co.uk 07518 080362

Ely & District NSPCC The Ely and District Committee of the NSPCC Lesley 01353 659986 / Wendy 01353 664752

Ely & District Parkinsons UK Support Group Meetings are on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at Bell Holt Community Hall. We meet for support and socialising as well as listening to our programme of speakers.

Contact Brian Hayes Chairman on 01353 860102 or the Secretary Jenny Lowles on 01353 861674

Parisian Swing Gypsy Jazz in the style of Django Reinhardt and Stephane Grappelli. 1st Sunday of every month at The Cutter Inn, Annesdale, Ely, 8.00-10.00. Free admission.

For more information:01353 656959 www.parisianswing.com

Isle of Ely Philatelic Society

Ely & District Model Railway Club

We extend a warm welcome to all stamp collectors.

Meetings are held on a Thursday in the Community Rm at Ely College, Downham Road, Ely CB6 2SH, 7.00pm for 7.30pm. Membership subscription is only £7.00 per year.

Visitors are welcome at all our meetings.

We do hope that you will join us!

For info. please contact 01354 659358

The club membership has continued to grow in recent months and we remain happy to call for new members.

So come and join us and be part of a thriving model railway club. We meet on Tuesday as well as other times. Anyone over 18 interested in joining can visit us a couple of times to see if they like it. Then Membership is £10/month.

In the first instance, please contact the Club Secretary on 01480 454857 or via e-mail: crofters@ntlworld.com to arrange a visit, or make contact via our website: www. elymrc.org.uk

Ely Photographic Club The club meets at the City of Ely Community College, Downham Road, Ely Wednesdays 7.30pm (annual subscription). We extend a warm welcome to all enthusiasts – novices, amateurs and professionals.

We have a varied programme throughout the year encompassing all aspects of photography.

Nick Bowman Tel: 01353 664085

Ely Playford Dance Group Dance in the style from Jane Austen. Friendly group.

All dances walked through. No partner or experience necessary. Little Downham Village Hall CB6 2SY 7.30pm -10pm 1st and 3rd Friday of the month £3 Contact: enquire@elyplayford.org Tel: 01353 440170

POS+ABILITY Are you living with the effects of a Stroke? Parkinson’s?

Multiple Sclerosis? Muscular Dystrophy? or other longterm Neurological conditions? Come and join us at our established weekly classes in Ely, Littleport, Histon , and Exning. If you have an interest in our area of work, our team would like to hear from you. Potential Staff and Volunteers Please get in touch.

For a Free Taster Session Contact 07565 598193 Email: posability3@gmail.com / www.posability.org

Ely & District Probus Club The Probus Club meets on the first and third Tuesday each month at The Cathedral Centre, Palace Green Ely at 10:00.

Membership is open to all Professional and Business people resident in Ely and District who are fully or semiretired. The aims and purpose of the Club are to provide a regular meeting for members to provide well-being through companionship, discussion and other activities such as outings, luncheons and guest invitation meetings.

Further details Ian Robertson, Chairman, 01353 658300

Ely Quaker Meeting Ely Quakers meet every Sunday at The Old Dispensary, St Mary’s Street, Ely at 10.30. Visitors are welcome to join us. We come together in silence and stillness and our Meetings for Worship last about an hour, followed by coffee and informal chat.

Find out more: www.quaker.org.uk/about-quakers/ Contact: Pauline Weston, paweston25@gmail.com

Ely Refugee Resettlement Campaign ERRC works to raise awareness, and aims to help with the resettlement of some refugee families in East Cambridgeshire (as part of the Government’s scheme to resettle 20,000 Syrian refugees in the UK in the next five years). The group meets regularly and always seeks volunteers to help and to pledge support.

For more information, please visit http:// elyrefugeeresettlement.co.uk or email elyrefugeescampaign@gmail.com,

Ely-Ribe Association Our Association exists to promote the 60-year old twinning arrangement between Ely and Ribe - “Denmark’s Oldest Town”. Our members enjoy a programme of social events through the year either as hosts to Danes in Ely or as guests of our friends in Denmark. The next major event will take place in June 2018, when a group from Ribe will visit us for the Cathedral Flower Festival. We also help groups or societies from Ely to make contact with their equivalent organisations in Ribe. Last year, Sing! Choirs Ely made a successful tour to Ribe following an introduction from us. and in November of this year, the Ribe Kammerkor comes to Ely for two concerts in the Cathedral, hosted by the Ely Choral Society. Discussions are also taking place with the Rowing Clubs and Golf Clubs about similar shared events. Membership costs just £10 a year, and many of our group have made lasting friendships as a result.

For more infocontact: e-mail: elyribe.association@ ntlworld.com Chairman: Howard McMillan Tel: 01353 667949

Ely and Littleport Riot We are a Ladies Morris side based in Ely. The new practice season has just begun. If you would like to join us please get in touch, (email below) or come along to Centre E at 8 pm on Fridays. We perform at various events around the area, including Apple Day, the Folk festival and greeting the dawn on May Day. Email: contact@elriot.co.uk Website: http://www.elriot.co.uk

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Rocking Ukuleles of Ely

Ely Runners

The club meets every Monday evening at The Ely Bowls Club. (bar available) £5 subs paid on each evening of attendance Great club members, fun night and a good social event. Members can volunteer to play at local charity events too. All abilities welcome. Call John Bassett (founder & leader) on: 07785 296681 / email: john@caprio-ip.co.uk

Tues & Thurs 7pm Paradise Centre.

Membership Secretary Richard Hill: secretary@elyrunners.co.uk

Ely Hereward Rotary Club Ely’s evening Rotary club was founded in 2004, and meets every Wednesday evening at St Peter’s Rooms, Broad Street, Ely, for an interesting mix of speakers, social activities, and planning our fundraising activities. These include Ely Aquafest, the Christmas Santa street collection, Eel Day, Apple Day, the Ely Potato Race, and our annual “Win a giant Easter egg” competitions, along with fundraising concerts at The Maltings.If you would like to make new friendships and support local charities and good causes while having fun, please visit our website at http://rotaryclubely-hereward.org for more information, or contact us via president@ rotaryclubely-hereward.org for an invitation to one of our meetings. We’re on Facebook and Twitter too!

Rotary Club of Ely The Rotary club of Ely has been meeting on Wednesdays for nearly 78 years. It’s a great way to make new friends and also contribute to both the local community and world wide charitable projects in a friendly and fun atmosphere. The annual Aquafest fun day has been staged by Rotary for 40 years as has the famous Ely Christmas Collection with Santa and Sleigh. Varied fund raising events such as Big Band Concerts etc are organised, as are social visits to places of interest.

If you are interested in joining us, please contact our membership secretary John Dennick on 01353 662636 or email jdennick@btinternet.com

Ely Sailing Club Ely Sailing Club is based at Roswell Pits in Ely, over 40 acres of attractive fresh water with islands, trees and banks. The sailing is always interesting, challenging and fun. There is dry launching directly from jetties, and crews are able to sail without getting their feet wet. We are a recognised Royal Yachting Association (RYA) training centre and have also been awarded RYA Champion Club status for our race coaching. Sailing takes place between Easter and the end of October on Thursday and Friday evenings and Saturday and Sunday afternoons.

Full details can be found on our website www.elysailingclub.org

Ely Community Samba Band We are a group of beat loving, funky, groovy people who meet once a week to make music.

We practise every Tuesday night at the Ely Community Centre, Larkfields Resource Centre High Barns, Ely, CB7 4SB from 730pm until 9pm ish. The band welcomes new members, anyone age 10+ (under 18’s must be accompanied). No experience necessary. We provide all instruments. £3 adults (or £1.50 children/concessions).

Email us for further details: elysamba@hotmail.co.uk http://www.eysambaband.weebly.com Facebook: / Ely Samba Band

Little Thet’ Scottish Country Dancing Dancing in the Paradise Sports Centre on the First and Third Fridays of the month - not July or August. 8-10pm.

No experience or a partner necessary. Just come along and have some fun and exercise - wear soft, flat shoes.

Weekly fee is £4 with under 16s (accompanied by an adult) free.

Contact Penny Tipler 01353 658275 or sheenah.adkins@btinternet.com

Ely Branch Royal British Legion

Ely Sinfonia

The dates for 2017 Branch Meetings are as follows Mon 21st Aug, AGM Mon 23rd Oct, Mon 4th Dec. The meetings will be held in the Town House, Market Street Ely, at 7.30pm. New members always welcome.

For further information, please contact Verity Baker on 01353 610446 or email, verityb@virginmedia.com

Ely’s community orchestra plays regular concerts and services in Ely Cathedral and other local venues. New players always welcome in most sections, or join the Friends for discounts and free concerts.

To find out more call 01353 721007 or see www.elysinfonia.co.uk

Ely Rugby Club

Sit & Sew at Sew Much to Do

Ely Rugby Club is a strong club on and off the pitch promoting enjoyment for all and the Rugby core values of Teamwork, Respect, Enjoyment, Discipline and Sportsmanship. Our Minis section starts with U6s playing tag rugby and caters for children up to 11 years old (U12s). The Youth section provides for children from 12 years old (U13s) up to 18, at which time they can join the Senior section. for more information on how to get involved.

Website: www.pitchero.com/clubs/elytigersrfc email: kwilson67@btinternet.com

Every Wednesday 9.30am-2.00pm and/or 6-9.30pm £3/ session - we share ideas, help and support each other, and have a lot of fun along the way! Sew Much To Do, 7 High Street Passage, Ely Tel: 01353 664000

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Ely and District Spiritualist Church We meet at the Larkfield Community Centre , High Barns, Ely CB7 4SB every Thursday evening from 7.30pm to 9pm for a service with mediumship, spiritual healing available from 6.30pm – 7.30pm. No admission charge, tea, coffee and a chat after the service.

For further details please contact Elizabeth on 07769963850

Ely Squash Club

Sugar in the Isle

Ely Squash club welcomes new members. We have 2 squash courts, changing rooms, car parking and bar. We are located near the new Cineworld cinema in Ely. Free membership for children and students. We have men and ladies teams in the Cambs squash league, as well as internal ‘box’ leagues for players of all abilities.The squash courts are accessible to members 24/7, and the bar is open every evening Monday to Friday.

Website - elysquash.mycourts.co.uk Tel - 01353 662156

Meets monthly (except Aug & Dec) 7.30pm The Hub Tea Room, Lynn Rd. Demonstrations by local experts.

Membership fee £20 / Meeting fee £1.50 & £5 visitors

The Stained Glass Museum The Stained Glass Museum holds workshops, family dropins and lectures throughout the year. www.stainedglassmuseum.com curator@stainedglassmuseum.com or 01353 660355

Ely Table Tennis Club Ely Table Tennis Club hold weekly practice sessions in the main hall at Witchford Sports Centre every Monday evening from 7pm to 9pm. FREE taster session for new members. Adults £4.00, students in full time education £2.00. Please wear trainers, some bats are available if you don’t have your own.

This is a great opportunity for local residents to try their hand at table tennis or to improve their skills. Informal coaching will be available along with robot practice, social events and two tournaments per year. The club are also looking for those wanting to get back into the competitive side of the sport and join one of their six league teams in different divisions.

Anyone interested in finding out more can contact Karen Byford, Secretary to Ely Table Tennis Club at elytabletennis@gmail.com

Ely Tennis Club We are a community-based not-for-profit club committed to making tennis available to everybody in and around Ely. We offer junior and adults coaching courses, enabling players to develop their game as well as having fun. We also have a number of teams representing the Club, playing teams around the County both home and away. Last, but not least, we organise social events throughout the year.

More info from www.elytennisclub.co.uk.

For occasional play you can book courts via our website - cost to non-members is £8 p.h

Ely Theatregoers Club Eileen Pick founded the Ely Theatregoers Club in 1981 when she placed an advert in the local paper to see if anyone would like to join her on theatre trips. The Club now boasts some 300+ members whose continuing support to the Club’s activities (both in the theatre and social) see it continue and grow. The Ely Theatregoers Club hold Quarterly Coffee Mornings on the first Monday of the months of March, June, September and December at The Ely Cathedral Centre (the old Ely Library) at 10am - 11.30am.

For further information on future events see our website at:www.elytheatregoers.co.uk stb.butler@ntlworld.com / Tel:07887 240483

Ely & Littleport Time Bank We are a friendly and welcoming group of volunteers who exchange time and skills with one another for free.

Everyone’s time is equal irrespective of what you can offer. Our Ely meeings are monthly at the Lamb Hotel from 9.30am 12th December 2017 9th January 2018 13th February 2018 13th March 2018 10th April 2018 Our members range in age from 7 to 91 and we raise funds to pay for on-going public liability so that we can continue exchanging safely. information will be put up on our facebook page Littleport and Ely Timebank.

Caline Easey caline.easey@chsgroup.org.uk or 07702517746

Ely & District University of the Third Age (U3A) U3A is a national movement for people no longer in full-time work, to continue in the pleasure of learning and sharing knowledge. Ely U3A has monthly General Meetings which are held on the first Tuesday of every month (except August) at 2.30pm in the Countess Free Church, 10 Chapel Street, Ely. New members and visitors are welcome (admission £2) to come along to one of the monthly talks and afterwards, have the chance to meet members over a cup of coffee or tea.

For more information on the group activities, outings etc go to the website: - www.u3a.sites.org/ely or contact the chairman on: - elyu3achair@gmail.com

Ely Tuesday Group Started in 1989, this ladies group meets on the 3rd Tuesday of the month (except December when it is on the 2nd Tuesday) at the Old Dispensary, 13 St. Mary’s Street, Ely Refreshments are served from 10am, followed by a guest speaker from 10.30-11.30. All newcomers welcome. Contact Pamela Austin 01353 610825

Ely Watercolour Workshop The E.W.W. is an informal group of artists who love to paint in watercolour. We get together at Ely College on Tuesday evenings during term time, between 6.30 and 9.00 p.m. There is no formal tuition but it’s a very friendly group and members exchange ideas and help each other. We have a termly programme suggesting topics for each week and sometimes members give a short talk or demonstration. In the summer term we go out to paint in venues in and around Ely, or in the College, depending on the weather. Occasionally we hold an all day workshop when a professional artist comes to give tuition. The EWW holds two exhibitions a year in the Almonry restaurant, one at Easter and one in October. Membership fees are £20 per half year.

Any queries, please contact Sarah Ruff: 01353 614495

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The Ely Walking Group

Ely W.E.A.

Please come and join us.

Contact Sonia..... email impducha@yahoo.co.uk or tel 01353 725140 for starting point

At WEA we believe learning is for everyone and learning is for life. The Ely Branch of the WEA offers two 10 week courses per year: one starting in late September and the other in early January. The courses run from 10.30am to noon and are held in Ely Library. In addition, it offers occasional day schools.

For more info, please contact eastern@wea.org.uk.

Ely Local Group of the Wildlife Trust 7.45 pm Vernon Cross Room, Ely Museum For info contact: Will on:01353 661339 email: willburdett@btinternet.com

Ely Wildlife Watch Wildlife watch is a junior branch of the Wildlife Trust.

Children under 8 must be accompanied by a parent or carer. For more information on forthcoming Ely Wildlife Watch events, follow the Ely Wildlife Watch group on Facebook or call Clive Baker on 01353 610224.

Willderland Farm Willderland Farm is a 4.5 acre community farm, based near Haddenham. We established ourselves as a membership organisation in 2015, with the aim of growing food sustainably, supporting wildlife;benefitting members and the wider community. If you would be interested in becoming a member, please email: info@willderland.com / or visit www.willderland.com

Ely City Women’s Institute 1​ 1 December; John Lillyman: ‘It shouldn’t happen to a Dame’, Competition; Best party hat Where: The Old Dispensary, 13 St Mary’s Street, Ely, Cambs, CB7 4ER When: Second Monday of each month, Time: 7.30 pm to approximately 9.45 pm, (feel free to turn up from 7.15 pm onwards) We welcome new members to join us at any point in the year.

Please contact us via any of the following methods: Website: http://wielycity.wixsite.com/home Email: ruth.g.sindall@btconnect.com Find us on Facebook: Ely City WI,

Ely Northwold Women’s Institute December: Christmas party We meet every second Wednesday in the month at 7.15pm in the Ely Cathedral Learning Centre, Palace Green , Ely, CB6 4EW apart from January when we have a post Christmas meal at a local venue. We have a varied and interesting programme that includes speakers, demonstrations and visits out. for info contact: 01353 860653 or 01353 699231 elynorthwoldwi@btinternet.com

Ely Guild of Woodturners The Ely Guild of Woodturners exists to enable amateurs and professionals to further the cause of woodturning and to preserve this ancient craft.

We meet on the first Wednesday of each month at the Social Club in Little thetford, starting at 7pm. (beginners instruction from 6pm) meetings usually consist of a demonstration by a visiting expert.

Anyone is welcome to attend two or three meetings as a guest before committing themselves to membership (currently £30 per annum) Stephen Franklin (Chairman) Tel: 01353 663949

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Haddenham W.E.A. The WEA firmly believes in promoting life-long learning.

You don’t need any previous knowledge or qualifications, only a willingness to share with others your curiosity, ideas and experience, or just listen and enjoy something new. Our Spring course is looking at the architecture of the English parish church from the Saxons to the Victorians. This lasts for 10 weeks starting on Monday 15 January 2018 in the Arkenstall Centre from 10 to 11.45am. Lectures will be augmented by two trips to local churches. The course fee is £54 but the first session is free giving you the opportunity to see what is on offer. Please note that the Art Deco course scheduled for mid-April has been cancelled.

Contact the Secretary on 01353 861674 for more information or visit wea.org.uk/eastern.

Young Peoples Support - Centre 33 Ely Drop In Centre 33 operates from 24a Barton Road which is above Centre E, facing the car park. We are open for drop in sessions from 4-6pm on Mondays and 4-7pm on Thursdays. Free to young people between the ages of 13 and 25 – we offer counselling, information and support, sexual health services, or just pop in for a coffee and a chat. natalieg@centre33.org.uk www.centre33.org.uk 0333 4141 809

Ely Youth Choir a mixed choir for the 10-19 age group meets at St Mary’s Church Hall, St Mary’s Street, Ely, CB7 4HF, from 6.007.00 pm on Monday evenings in term time. No fees are charged and there is no audition to join. Conductor Andrew Parnell.

For more details contact Sylvia Bulley sylvan@bulleyas.plus.com or 01353 774733

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ELY CINEMA DEC 17

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

Film ticket prices: Evenings: £7/£6 Matinee: £6.50/£5.50

Sunday 3 & Tuesday 12 Dec: 7.30pm · 107 mins

The Death Of Stalin (15)

(£1 discount for members)

1950s Soviet Russia - In the days following Stalin’s collapse, the dictator’s underlings tussle for control. Their one common trait? They’re all just desperate to stay alive. Very strong language, brief strong violence.

Other content various prices:

Monday 4 Dec: 7.30pm · 71 mins

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

A little get-together with friends takes an unexpected turn. A hilarious comedy of tragic proportions in which love, friendships and political convictions are soon questioned. Strong language, drug misuse.

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: 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).

Ely Cinema is run by Babylon ARTS.

NT Live Screening: £14.50 (adults) £13.50 (concessions) £12.50 (members)

RO Screening: £15.50 (adults) £14.50 (concessions) £12.50 (members)

Exhib. Screening: £12 (adults) £10 (members)

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

The Party (15)

Thursday 7 Dec: 7pm

NT Live: Young Marx (cabaret style) Live from The Bridge Theatre, London, directed by Nicholas Hytner, Rory Kinnear is Marx and Oliver Chris is Engels, in this new comedy. Seating will be cabaret style. Buy 8 tickets and we’ll reserve a table for you.

Sunday 10 Dec: 2pm

Royal Opera House: The Nutcracker The perfect pre-Christmas family treat from the Royal Opera House Covent Garden. As young Clara creeps downstairs on Christmas Eve, a Nutcracker doll is waiting to sweep her off on a magical adventure.

Sunday 10 Dec: 6.30pm • 163 mins * Note early start time

Blade Runner 2049 (15)

LAPD Officer K, uncovers a terrible secret. His discovery leads him on a quest to find former blade runner Rick Deckard, who has been missing for 30 years. Strong violence, language, sexualised nudity.

Tuesday 12 Dec: 7.30pm · 107 mins. See Sun 3 for details

The Death Of Stalin (15) Thursday 14 Dec: 3pm

Exhibition on Screen: Matisse (PG) An intimate, behind-the-scenes documentary with breath-taking specially commissioned performances by Royal Ballet principal dancer Zenaida Yanowsky and jazz musician Courtney Pine.

Thursday 14 Dec: 7.30pm · 117 mins

Breathe (12A)

Inspirational story of Robin and Diana Cavendish. Robin is struck down by polio aged 28 and confined to a hospital bed. Groundbreaking new ideas allow them to seek out a full life together. Infrequent bloody images.

Sunday 17 Dec: 7.30pm · 104 mins

The Man Who Invented Christmas (PG) The story of the writing of A Christmas Carol. Dan Stevens plays the hardpressed and broke Charles Dickens, somehow finishing his novella in just six weeks. In the process bringing the legendary characters to life.

We’re out of our venue at the Maltings whilst the annual pantomime takes over. We’d like to thank you, all our customers, for continuing to support our lovely independent cinema over the last year and look forward to seeing you in January with more fabulous film, theatre and opera offerings.

Babylon ARTS (operated by ADEC).

Registered Charity No. 1043197.

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CITY CYCLE CENTRE For all your toys and gifts

Christmas Club

Join our now to reserve any item and pay in small amounts!

We stock everything from traditional wooden shape sorters, dolls houses and puzzles, right up to the latest TVadvertised crazes like Pokemon, LOL Dolls and Hatchimals.

We range from whoopie cushions and slime to giant cuddly unicorns and battery-powered ride-on Mercedes cars.

If you want to check if we have it in stock just email or telephone. If we don’t have it, it’s not worth having!

7 Market Street Ely, Cambs CB7 4PB 01353 663131 toys@citycyclecentre.com

See you soon!