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Dear Readers

And so, into the Autumn we go! The magazine has been well supported this month and we have been able to go up in size and reinstate our “Hello Ely” picture pages which is great.

Ely Tennis club tell us all about their Diversity Day on page 32. What a great thing this is! As I am married to a wheelchair user, I find it really lovely that the club give time and energy to being inclusive in this way. If your group has a story of how they are positively impacting the local area then do get in touch as we would love to hear about it.

Congratulations go to The Oliver Cromwell House and Cathedral teams for their “Travelers’ Choice” awards from Trip advisor. We all know Ely is a great place to visit but it’s always nice to have it formally acknowledged by others.

There are some cracking events coming up in the Autumn and lots of opportunities to get involved in local groups and clubs. You’ll see a new and improved events section from page 44.

Thanks to everyone who sends in details. You can email me on the usual address or submit event details directly here: https:// bit.ly/443DKJK and don’t forget the Ely Events Listings Facebook Group which is fast becoming a whats-on hub for the area www.facebook.com/groups/elyeventslistings

And don't forget.... soon be Christmas! :D

Bridget

CONTENTS

EDITORIAL AND FULL PAGE ADVERTISERS

PROJECTS4ROOFING 2 BUSINESS

DIRECTORY 4-6 INNER WHEEL CLUB 6

POETS HOUSE 7 HELLO ELY – READERS’ PICS 8-9 GRAVEL FARM COTTAGES 10

ELY & LITTLEPORT RIOT 11 BUST A RUT – READY FOR A HEALTHY LIFE? 12-13

PETER HARRIS 14 REEDS FURNITURE STORE 15 GODDENS HOME INTERIORS

17 GREENSLEEVES CARE 19 R.J. PEPPER & SON 21 BRITISH WIRELESS FOR THE BLIND 22 WORK EXPERIENCE WITH LUCY FRAZER 22 ELY FUNERAL SERVICE 23 ELY QUAKER MEETING 24 EVENINGS AT WELNEY 24 THE HIVE LEISURE CENTRE

25 ELY TENNIS CLUB 32 ELY WILDSPACE

34 KINGFISHER’S BRIDGE 35 NSPCC

UPDATE 38 KD ACADEMY 39 CITY OF ELY COUNCIL UPDATE 40-42 APPLE

FEST! 43 EVENTS LISTINGS & POSTERS

44-57 GROUPS AND MEETS DIRECTORY

58-71 CITY CYCLE CENTRE TOY DEPT

CHRISTMAS CLUB 72

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Elyi Magazine

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Ely Ear Care

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Kiefer Page Foot Health Professional

Local foot health professional offering home visits in Ely and surrounding areas.

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What is Inner Wheel ? Inner Wheel is one of the largest women’s service organisations in the world. From its origin in Manchester in 1924, it has 17,000 Members within Great Britain and Ireland and over 100,000 Members from more than 104 countries across the globe.

The Inner Wheel Club of Ely was founded 75 years ago. We support and fund raise for National and International Charities and especially for Local Charities. We recently raised over £1,000 for the local branch of the NSPCC. This is done by holding fund raising events as well as by collecting used stamps, glasses, printer cartridges, mobile phones and much more which can be recycled to raise money. We also produce knitted goods and soft toys many of which are sent overseas. We assist the two Ely Rotary clubs when called upon in particular with Aquafest and Christmas street collections.

Our meetings take place on 4th. Wednesday of the month 7:00 p.m. at The Old Dispensary, St. Mary’s Street, Ely. We have business and Speaker meetings followed by coffee and biscuits but on special dates, President’s Night, Charter Night, Christmas we dine in local hostelries.

Inner Wheel Promotes Friendship and Service.

Come along, make friends and make a difference. If you would like to know more information please contact Joy Hockey 01353663525 or President Pauline Lancaster 01353 663378 email paulinedlancaster@yahoo.com. and we can talk over coffee. Check out our District web site District 8 - Inner Wheel https://www.rotary-ribi.org/template-clubs.php We look forward to meeting you.

THE INNER WHEEL CLUB OF ELY

Ely’s Army and Air Cadets were awarded the Freedom of the City of Ely in a moving ceremony on Cross Green in the shadow of Ely Cathedral on Armed Forces Day (Saturday 24 June).

at Ely Museum

climbing the cathedral tower

on a Liberty Bell cruise

The Giraffe off to their 'forever home' with Sophie and Darcy.

The giraffes from Ely City Toy shop had an exciting summer with a competition visiting Ely hotspots suggested by the public. The prize of a cuddly giraffe went to customers Sophie & Darcy.

ELY AND LITTLEPORT RIOT BORDER MORRIS

The Ely and Littleport Riot is a mixed Morris side based in Ely. We dance our own version of Border Morris, a style of dancing from the counties that border Wales. We do dance a few traditional dances but most of our dances are our own compositions named after local places, Aldreth Mill, Black Bank, Padnal……

The side is named after the bread riots that took place in Ely and Littleport in 1816. A number of men were hanged and more transported to Australia for their part in the riots. There is a memorial on the south side of St Mary’s Church tower in Ely.

We practice from the beginning of September to the end of April and ‘Dance out’ almost every week in May, June and July, sometimes twice, and from time in the Autumn and Winter. These are mainly regular events like March Winter Fair and Whittlesey Straw Bear.

The dance out season starts on 1st May at 5:20am outside Ely Cathedral. In common with many other Morris sides around the country we will be dancing the sun up.

Our regular events include St Neot’s Day of Dance, Eel Day, Whittlesey Straw Bear, Denny Abbey May Open Day and Ely Folk Festival. This year we also danced at Chippenham Folk

Festival. We also dance at local pubs, and provide entertainment at events over the Summer.

We are available for displays at events in the local area and to organisations like the WI, Guides, Beavers, Lunch Clubs, schools etc for whom we can do displays and teaching sessions.

The practice season starts on Friday 1st September. We meet at Centre E in Barton Road, Ely from 8 till 9:30. New dancers and musicians are always welcome so please come and join us.

Find us on Facebook – Ely and Littleport Riot Border Morris and Instagram - elyandlittleportriot

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PETER HARRIS - CHANGING THE LIVES OF THE DUMPSTERS

Well-known, local philanthropist and author, Peter Harris, gave a talk to the Rotary Club of Ely in August. He told of the shock that he felt when he saw, 15 years ago, so many families in Cambodia living in dire circumstances searching rubbish dumps for items to sell and for food and clothes to survive. He was determined to make a difference and has spent up to three months a year working to help 143 children who have been abused and orphaned receive education and break free from their dreadful conditions. The are called 'the Dumpsters'.

Peter has spent much of his time fund raising and to date he has raised over £100k for the Dumpsters in Cambodia, the Phayao Women’s Development Foundation in Thailand and for one of the highest schools in the Himalayas in Bhutan.

For the last 7 years, he has walked the Camino pilgrimage from Sarria to Santiago to raise funds and he hopes his efforts this year from October 6-14th will sponsor 26 impoverished children with a year’s education. His book ‘A Wayward Spirit’ (available on Amazon) was written to raise funds to build a Community Centre for the 60 families

on the rubbish dumps, which is now completed. He is currently writing ‘A Wayward Traveller’ and any money raised will go to charity.

He says that we can all make a difference and ‘walk our talk’. If you would like to help Peter with his work in Cambodia and in Ely, please contact him on pjhely@gmail.com.

If you are interested in joining the Rotary Club, please contact Rev Bernard Arnold email: revbernard@hotmail.com

Can you live well with dementia?

By 2025, more than one million people in the UK will have dementia. To mark World Alzheimer’s Month this September, we reflect on how to keep positive and well after a dementia diagnosis.

While everyone experiences dementia differently, the right support and focusing on the things you can do and enjoy can help you feel positive and well:

• Stay stimulated. Many care settings provide activities specially designed for residents with dementia. If you are not in care, support groups can provide stimulation, as well as comfort and a sense of community.

• Keep your diet in check. Drinking enough fluid, and eating good mix of vegetables, whole grains, low-fat dairy and lean protein is a good start.

• Exercise daily. This keeps the blood flowing (which supports cognition) and increases key chemicals that protect the brain. Gardening and house chores all count!

• Monitor your mood. Depression can be common among people living with dementia. Remain social and stimulated, and always speak to a professional if you are worried.

Living with dementia, or supporting someone with it, is a unique journey. The charity Alzheimer’s Society has great resources, and the East Cambridgeshire District Council website lists local activities.

And, if you ever want to explore what care may look like for yourself or someone you love living with dementia, get in touch with us at The Orchards for a no-obligation chat or visit on 01353 885 165.

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ELY SINFONIA PLAY RAVEL, GERSHWIN & SAINT-SAENS

Anyone old enough to remember the 1984 winter Olympics (not to mention the countless replays) will never forget Torvill and Dean’s legendary performance to Ravel’s Bolero, when they won the highest ever figure skating score– straight sixes. For anyone else, it has to be one of the most thrilling pieces of music, in which Ravel builds on his mesmerising theme with clever orchestration and an amazing side drum part

After one of the most exciting starts to any concert, we travel to France with Gershwin’s An American in Paris, one of the lushest pieces to come out of the USA in the early twentieth century. Listen out for the sounds of the street, especially the taxi

Finally, we bury ourselves in Saint-Saens’ organ symphony. “You ask for the symphony: you don’t know what you ask,” said the composer. “It will be terrifying . . . ” At the first performance the critics were unsure, but the audience loved the piece and Saint-Saens’ colleague Charles Gounod responded with “There goes the French Beethoven”. Come and decide what you think. A concert for all to enjoy – don’t miss it!

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Lucy Frazer MP welcomed pupils from schools across the county to a work experience day in the Palace of Westminster. The day involved a parliamentary tour, the opportunity to watch a debate in the House of Commons, two workshops and a Q&A with Ms Frazer.

As the cost-of-living crisis puts more people under strain, a leading sight loss charity is encouraging blind and partially sighted people in Cambridgeshire to claim their free specially adapted listening device.

Research shows that people living with sight loss are more likely to be hit harder by the cost-ofliving crisis*. British Wireless for the Blind Fund (BWBF) provides a range of easy-to-use devices for free and for life to blind and partially sighted people across the UK who might otherwise struggle to afford them.

Sophie Jones, for BWBF said: “Radio is a lifeline for people living with sight loss, keeping them in touch with the world, as well as their local community. Sadly, costs and difficulties using ‘off-the-shelf’ devices can mean that people with sight loss sometimes struggle to access the same audio content most of us take for granted. Our equipment is free, easy-to-use independently and everyone who gets a device will have full support setting it up. As the cost-of-living crisis takes a further hold in 2023, we hope that those within the sight loss community will take advantage of this fantastic offer.”

BWBF’s range of devices includes DAB radios, CD players, portable radios, digital radios, Alexa devices and much more.

If you or someone you know is interested in a BWBF audio device, please contact Sophie Jones at sophie@blind.org.uk or phone 01622 754 757. People can also browse BWBF’s full range of devices and apply online at www.blind.org.uk.

Eighteen pupils from across South East Cambridgeshire were hosted at the Palace of Westminster on Tuesday 11 July for a range of work experience activities, designed to teach them all about the work of a Member of Parliament and the functions of the UK Parliament. The schools represented included Ely College, Linton Village College, Impington Village College and Long Road Sixth Form College.

The day began with a tour around the parliamentary estate followed by observing a parliamentary debate from the public gallery in the House of Commons where ministers from the Department of Health and Social Care were responding to questions from fellow MPs.

Ms Frazer’s staff then led two workshop sessions for the pupils: one in how an MP practically assists constituents with their issues, and another in how a Member of Parliament communicates with their constituents via the media and their social media profile. Ms Frazer also answered students' questions about her role and experience as a Member of Parliament. The provision of work experience has become a regular feature in Lucy Frazer’s calendar, having begun in 2015 upon her election. She said, "These work experience days are specially designed to give the pupils an idea of what it is like to be a Member of Parliament or a member of an MP’s staff team. We teach them skills needed for political communication, debating and casework, which are all central to life in Parliament. I hope the pupils enjoyed the day as much as I did!"

Ely Quaker Meeting has been listed in this magazine for quite a while. However, readers might not have noticed our listing, perhaps because you’re not familiar with who Quakers are or what they believe.

least not in what might be called an orthodox sense. And everyone is welcome at our meetings, of all religions and none. Quakers welcome and celebrate the LGBTQ+ community and successfully campaigned for the right to marry same-sex couples in our meetings.

Perhaps some might now say of the silence simply that it is beautiful and takes them beyond themselves. What we all share, though, is the belief that all people are connected in Love.

For more information, please contact ely-clerk@cambridgeshire-quakers.org.uk

BAT & BARNOWL EVENINGS AT WELNEY

The first Quakers were a radical part of the religious ferment that existed in England in the second quarter of the seventeenth century. They believed that the Inner Light of God lives in everyone and that, meeting together in silence, it was possible to have a deeply meaningful awareness of this light. Sometimes, a member of the meeting would ‘minister’, that is, they would share with the others what such an encounter meant to them. Occasionally, this would cause them to literally ‘quake’.

There was also a strong feeling of kinship between the participants of the meeting, which led to the wider acceptance that all people were equal before God. The absence of hierarchy is still characteristic of Quaker meetings today, as is the implied importance of equality, peace, truth, simplicity, and sustainability, which have become fundamental Quaker principles or ‘testimonies’.

Today, Quakers continue to meet together in silence, opening our hearts to new experiences and insights, and sometimes sharing what we discover. There are, though, one or two significant differences from earlier times. Not all Quakers would now describe themselves as Christian, at

Eight of the 18 UK species of bat have been recorded at Welney Wetland Centre and by using specialist equipment during bat and barn owl evenings we can listen in on the different calls the bats are making. Bat detectors pick up the echolocation used to navigate the skies in their search of prey, and turn it into sound patterns that we can hear. The skies are at their busiest August and September as young bats have taken to the skies, females desert old nursery sites and adults to try find suitable mates before winter. A clear evening out in the Fens means you can enjoy seeing the silhouettes of the bats flying as well as listening to their calls.

Owls are the classic bird of the night, and we are fortunate in the Fens to have the beautiful barn owl as a resident species. Experiencing these ghostly forms swoop by is incredibly special and no wonder that they are one of the UK’s most popular birds.

“These evening events are a fantastic way to start exploring for night-time wildlife with guides on hand to help point out the sights and sounds of these incredible creatures.

There are just a few spaces remaining on the bat & barn owl evening on Sat 16th September. Booking is essential through the website, £15 per adult, £7 per child. Find out more: wwt.org.uk/welney

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ELY TENNIS CLUB: INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY UPDATE

Ely Tennis Club’s Inclusion and Diversity Team has been busy over the past few months, continuing to open up tennis to an ever-widening group of people. From a stall at Ely Pride where a personal highlight was seeing a unicorn sign up to a session of walking tennis, to a fabulous Diversity Day at Ely Tennis Club courts, more and more people are being welcomed into the tennis community.

Ely Tennis Club was formed in 1989 and is proud to be a community based not-for-profit organisation, with its home at the EOSA complex at Ely Leisure Village. New members are always welcome, please contact elytennisclub@hotmail. com or visit the Facebook page at www.facebook. com/elytennisclubuk if you are interested in having a chat, organising a tour of the facilities, or just coming along to play tennis!

Diversity Day, run in partnership with Ability

Plus and Living Sport, saw a variety of inclusive activities: Visually Impaired (VI) tennis – complete with blindfolds and audible jingly balls – featured on court 4, whilst a highly competitive walking tennis game was set up on court 3. There was a wide variety of specialist equipment to try out –thanks to several groups (Thomas Parsons; Bright Ideas for Tennis; Cambs LTA) – which we have successfully introduced in our Special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) sessions, both at Highfield Academy Ely and St Mary’s Ely.

Walking Tennis sessions have gone from strength to strength; during the past few months we have held the inaugural Walking Tennis Wimbledon Trophy – won by Pam; and have set up a GoFundMe with the aim of raising money for specialist sports wheelchairs. The group collectively set out to walk the distance to Wimbledon – and with the aid of several canine companions and the occasional mobility aid, managed to walk there and back! And we were delighted that our Inclusion and Diversity leads, Emma Thomas and Fiona Dyer, are both finalists at this year’s Ely Heroes Awards!

The club is determined to make tennis available, and enjoyable, for all within reach of Ely, no matter what their abilities and disabilities. The club holds weekly sessions of Walking Tennis at The Hive sports centre in Ely and is preparing to hold weekly outreach sessions for pupils at Highfield School.

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ELY WILDSPACE

Overnight rain followed by a glorious sunny morning on 4th August provided the perfect conditions for observing pollinators at the wildflower meadow on Ely Common. Patches of marjoram and vetches were swarming with bees, wasps, flies, beetles and bugs. Hornet Hoverflies, one of the UK’s largest and most spectacular flies and a convincing Hornet mimic, were cruising over the meadow. Hundreds of Honeybees were on the marjoram.

Suddenly, a large wasp (see photo) flew over the marjoram and settled to watch the Honeybees.

This was the Bee Wolf, a wasp that hunts only Honeybees. After some near misses, the “wolf” grabbed one and dropped to the ground with it, where it was paralysed using several precisely aimed stings. The victim was then carried off to the wasp’s burrow to provide live prey for its carnivorous offspring. This is the first time that Bee Wolf has been seen in Ely – an exciting prospect to have such a charismatic insect on our doorstep. July and August are the best months to see Bee Wolf.

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Recent scientific research has shown that overstocking the landscape with Honeybee hives can negatively impact populations of our native wild bees, many of which are very efficient pollinators of a wide variety of fruits, oilseed crops and vegetables. The Honeybee, a highly social species, is very effective in communicating sources of nectar and pollen to hive-mates, leading to it outcompeting non-social (“solitary”) wild bees for these resources. Perhaps it is time to review our relationship with the Honeybee.

Dr Mark D. Welch

Ely Wildspace is a membership group whose aim is to protect and promote Ely’s environment, new members and volunteers are always welcome.

If you would like to know more about us, or get involved, drop the team a line at: lcpre@elywildspace.org.uk.

You can also find us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, and at: www.elywildspace.org.uk.

Since 1995, the Kingfishers Bridge Wetland Creation Project has used pioneering conservation techniques and outcome-based management to recreate a variety of wetland habitats. As the nature reserve has matured it has helped to safeguard some of the Fen’s most endangered species. Situated just north of the A1123 between Stretham and Wicken, the Nature Reserve sits right on the edge of the black peat soils stretching north to Ely and is bordered by the River Cam to the West.

Kingfishers Bridge takes a different approach to wildlife management, believing it is not enough for wildlife to just recreate the look of a lost habitat, so many of the natural processes like large grazing animals and flooding rivers have been lost. Large grazing animals have been returned to many conservation sites as the way they graze creates more variety and biodiversity, however they rarely behave naturally due to a lack of large predators.

At Kingfishers Bridge the management tries to replicate as many of these lost processes as possible, for example the grazing herds of Asian Water buffalo and Konik ponies do the work of Europe’s extinct ancient grazers; the Aurochs, giant cattle weighing up to 1,500kg and the Tarpan, very similar in appearance and behaviour to the domestic Konik.

Since the 2020 Covid-19 Lockdown, Kingfishers Bridge has had a significant increase in visitor numbers; from 2,000 visitors a year to closer to 22,000. In response to this increase we have extended our parking area and Visitor’s Centre, and opened The Wren Café that welcomes visitors every weekend with barista hot drinks, paninis, homemade cakes and treats and plenty moremaking the site a fantastic day out for families with picnic spots all along the riverbank and a clear view of Ely Cathedral from the Viewing Mound.

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It has been a busy but profitable summer for the Ely and District NSPCC Group. We are very fortunate to have been named as The Mayor, Councillor Chris Philips’ charity of his year in office. We will be holding two events with him and the first is a Quiz and fish and chip supper at St Mary’s Church Hall on September 29th. To order tickets please phone 07912617135 or look for poster QR codes around the City.

In June we celebrated National Childhood Day at the kind invitation of Jubilee Gardens and received donations of £184 by providing old-fashioned games for children.

Again in June we were helped to raise over £750 at Le Spice restaurant on Fore Hill in the City. This was down to the generosity of the owner, Amin, and his staff. The evening was also lucky to have the quizmaster, Steuart, giving his time at an ever popular Quiz evening.

The Methodist Church Hall on Chapel Street is the venue to host a Coffee Morning in aid of NSPCC on October 14th from 10-12. There will be a Bric a Brac, cakes and preserves stalls and refreshments to raise money for NSPCC. Come and meet the team.

Looking to later in the year we are holding again two Christmas Wreath Making Workshops on November 25th here in Ely. To reserve, as places are limited, call 07470 507790. In response to request for a Christmas Floral Table Decoration Workshop we will be taking bookings on the same phone number for December 2nd. More details to follow.

All the money raised goes to assist the national NSPCC charity to provide support and resources to protect children and young people and prevent abuse by giving a place to turn to and a voice to listen.

For more information contact NSPCC.org.uk. and on local events please ring Johanna on 07912617135.

The Annual Summer Supper in the gardens of Michael and Wendy Powell saw the committee and some happy young volunteers serving a three course meal to over fifty people. We were entertained by Mr Ukulele Man, Chris Dodson and raised £1,632. Plans are in place again for the next Summer Supper in 2024.

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CITY OF ELY COUNCIL Update

OUT AND ABOUT WITH CITY OF ELY COUNCIL!

As we move into Autumn, it may feel like summer is already behind us but 2023 has delivered some fantastic community events in Ely and we have been delighted to support many of them as a council:

ARMED FORCES DAY

On the 24th June, the Mayor, Cllr Chris Phillips presented Ely’s army and air cadets with the Freedom of the City during an event outside the Cathedral on Armed Forces Day.

Cllr Phillips said: “The certificates state just why this Freedom has been bestowed: ‘For the long and valuable service the Corps and Cadet Force has rendered to the young people of Ely and district and their contribution to civic life. The council recognises the dedication of all the officers, cadets and supporters and the value that the training, discipline and citizenship skills instilled give to the wider community and the nation’.”

The City of Ely Council also signed the Armed Forces Covenant in April - a pledge that those who serve, or have served in the armed forces, and their families, will be treated with fairness and respect by the community.

Chris Phillips

ELY PRIDE

Jubilee Gardens was decked in rainbows for Ely Pride on the 29th July. Councillors ran a stall in the Maltings to share information about council activities and national LGBTQ+ support services who weren’t otherwise present.

The day was a truly inclusive event and incredibly family friendly with all the generations coming together. The colouring-in flags we made were popular with the youngest visitors especially!

The Mayor, Cllr Chris Phillips, addressed the gathered crowds and underlined the importance of events like Pride for continuing to make progress on LGBTQ+ rights and acceptance, and ensuring that Ely is a city were everyone is free and safe to be themselves.

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Cllr Pip Gardner

ELY CATHEDRAL GREEN FAIR

Ely Cathedral’s Green Fair took place on Saturday 5 August on the greens outside. Following the cancellation of the previous year’s event with the death of her late Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II, exhibitors, including City of Ely Council, were excited to be going ahead with this year’s event.

Storm Antonio had different ideas bringing climate-crisis prompted extreme weather - the day was wet and cold. But this didn’t put off intrepid supporters who came along to visit the stalls, nonetheless!

City of Ely Council shared a stall with East Cambs Climate Action Network, a advocacy group we work in partnership with. Cllr Laura Fox and Cllr Pip Gardner designed activities for children to take part in - the reward of the stickers being popular with everyone! The event served as an excellent networking event for Councillors on the Climate and Environment Committee and we took reports from residents about issues that were troubling them. It was a thoroughly worthwhile event, though we hope for less challenging weather next year!

Cllr Rebecca Denness

SKATE PARK

Following some vandalism earlier in the summer, the City of Ely Council Estates Team worked hard in the heat of late June and early July to get the park back into working order. The teams skills and creative thinking enabled us to bring the ramp back into a safe and usable condition – saving potentially thousands of pounds of additional expenditure that fully replacing the structure would of cost! Now the park is back open for skaters of all ages to enjoy!

Cllr Rob Pitt

THE VISIT ELY APP PUTS THE CITY OF ELY IN THE GLOBAL SPOTLIGHT

After two years of extensive development, the Visit Ely App is launching for public download from both the Apple and Google Play stores, allowing anyone with a compatible handset to discover the enormous amount that this fantastic pocket city has to offer.

With over three hundred businesses already listed, 5 exciting trails and a heritage focused Quest, the app offers so much to residents and visitors alike. From opening times and contact information to directions using the Map app on an individual’s handset, there is no longer any fear that people can miss something in this city.

Why not discover Ely Museum and their incredible collection dating from Anglo-Saxon to date, before exploring Ely Markets and then finishing the day at Ely Riverside, exploring the gallery, antiques and more. With all public facilities now listed, there need no longer be any concern around finding the nearest public convenience, bus stop or car park. Everything is there for you at the touch of a fingertip.

Another function is our city events, which are all listed on the app including locations. You can even set a reminder on your phone to make sure you don’t miss anything. With planned additional functionality already on course, including businesses being able to offer promotions directly within the mobile app and audio tours and treasure hunts, this ever-growing app will become an invaluable tool for residents and visitors in and around Ely. The app will also be regularly updated so that new businesses and upcoming events are accessible.

Anna Bennett, Tourism and Town Centre Manager comments ‘we are overjoyed with our award winning app, and this truly allows our visitors from all over the world access to our fantastic city, and all we have to offer. I would also like to personally thank all those involved, which includes the team here at Visit Ely, Calvium Ltd and East Cambs District Council comms team. We are very proud of this new and innovative way to progress tourism for Ely’

Oliver Cromwell’s House is Recognised as Tripadvisor® 2023 Travelers’ Choice® Award Winner

The coveted award celebrates businesses that have consistently received great traveler reviews on TripAdvisor over the last 12 months, placing these winners among the top 10% of all listings on TripAdvisor globally.

Anna Bennett, Manager said “We are delighted to be awarded this award and recognition for being one of the key attractions in Ely. The Historic House, once the home to the Cromwell family prides itself on telling the story of Oliver’s journey, through family life, politics, power, and religion which led him to be one of the greatest leaders and military men of all time. We have specific tours for families, groups, and adults available, with a tourist information desk for visitors, and a delightful souvenir and local craft shop.”

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ELY BRICK SHOW

Ely Brick Team

Fun Days, Fayres & Fetes

From Star Wars & Harry Potter to Great Ball Contraptions and Flying Saucer Cafe, there will be fab creative builds to view! In aid of Christians Against Poverty. St Mary's Church, Ely Tickets £2/4/U3s Free elybrickshow@btinternet.com

2nd September 10am - 5pm

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BARBIE (12A)

Ely Cinema Cinema

Directed by a talented team, the film embraces the essence of Barbie's timeless charm while weaving a heartwarming tale that inspires and entertains.

The Maltings, Ship Lane CB74BB

Tickets £5/£8/£9/£10 Tel: 01353 616991

3rd September 7.30pm

https://www.babylonarts.org.uk/cinema.htm

Waterways

Babylon Arts

Art Exhibition

One of only a few arts societies in the UK that focus only on watercolour, an exciting, and challenging, medium. The artworks will be for sale,

The Babylon Gallery, Waterside CB74AU

Free Tel: 01353616991

6th September - 1st October 12-4pm daily

https://www.babylonarts.org.uk

THE PINK FLOYD SHOW

Event Horizon Live Music

Celebrating 50 years of the iconic album ' The Dark Side of the Moon' which will be performed in full - plus other classic tracks.

The Maltings, Ely CB74BB Tickets £26.50

8th September 7pm

https://www.eventhorizonlive.co.uk

OPPENHEIMER (15)

Ely Cinema Cinema

This historical drama, directed by the brilliant Christoph delves deep into the life of physicist J. Robert Oppenheimer, whose work changed history

The Maltings, Ship Lane CB74BB

Tickets £5/8/9/10 Tel: 01353 616991

10th September 6pm

https://www.babylonarts.org.uk/cinema.htm

Murder on the Nile

Viva Arts & Community Group

Amateur Theatre

Canon Pennefather investigates the brutal murder of a passenger aboard a paddle-steamer travelling across the Nile. Can you work it out before he does?

The Viva Theatre, Soham CB76EE

Tickets £14 Tel: 01353 722228

12th - 16th September 7.30pm

www.viva-group.org.uk/event/murder-on-the-nile/

PHIL BEER

Ely Folk Club

Music

Phil Beer is the multi-instrumental half of the west country's awardwinning acoustic duo, Show of Hands. Phil has enjoyed a professional career of over 36 yrs.

The Arkenstall Centre, Haddenham CB63XD

£15 adv / £16 door Tel: 01353 740999 or 664706

13th September 7 for 7.30pm

http://www.elyfolkclub.co.uk/

RORY STEWART TOPPINGS

Book Event

From the former Cabinet minister and co-presenter of breakout hit podcast The Rest of Politics comes a searing insider's account of ten years in Parliament.

Ely Cathedral CB74DL Tickets £10/£22

15th September 7.30pm (doors open 6.45pm)

https://www.elycathedral.org/events

SUNDOWN CINEMA

Ben's Yard

Open air Cinema

Open air cinema is coming to Ely this september! Hire a deckchair or beanbag or go for a Popcorn, Prosecco & Deckchair package! See you there!

Ben's Yard, CB7 5TR Tickets £1.50 - £15.00

15th September - TOPGUN (12A)

16th September - 2pm MATILDA (PG)

16th September - 7.30pm DIRTY DANCING (12)

17th September - 2pm ENCANTO (U)

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2 RUDE

Event Horizon Live Music

2 Rude are as authentic as a fist full of Ska and will not disappoint, playing sell-out shows and festivals and leaving audiences breathless and shouting for more.

The Maltings, Ely CB74BB Tickets £20

22nd September 8.30pm (7.30pm doors)

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SYMPHONY CONCERT

Ely Sinfonia

Music

A sumptious concert featuring Ravel's 'Bolero', Gershwin's "An American in Paris" and the "Organ Symphony" by Saint-Saens

Ely Cathedral CB74DL Tickets from £10

23rd September 7.30pm

www.elycathedral.org/events

www.elysinfonia.co.uk

ANIMAL SERVICE

Ely Cathedral

Spiritual Activity

A chance to give thanks for animals with whom we share our lives and our planet, to bring them into our Cathedral and to ask God to bless them.

Ely Cathedral CB74DL Entry Free

24th September 2pm

www.elycathedral.org

MICHAEL PALIN TOPPINGS

Book Event

Great-Uncle Harry is an utterly compelling account of an ordinary man who led an extraordinary life. A tale of war and empire.

Ely Cathedral CB74DL Tickets £22

25th September 7.30pm (doors open 6.45pm)

https://www.elycathedral.org/events

SOHAM PUMPKIN FAIR

Pumpkin Fair Team

Fun Days, Fayres & Fetes

We raise money for local charities, while providing the community with an enjoyable day out. Don't miss our enormous pumpkins and giant sunflowers!

Soham Rec CB75ED Tickets £1/£2/£3

30th September 1 - 5pm

http://www.sohampumpkinfair.co.uk/

DAVID MITCHELL TOPPINGS

Book Event

David Mitchell explores how early England's monarchs, while acting as feared rulers firmly guiding their subjects' destinies, were in reality a bunch of lucky sods...

Ely Cathedral CB74DL Tickets £10/£25

3rd October 7.30pm (doors open 6.45pm)

https://www.elycathedral.org/events

ELY APPLE FAYRE

Visit Ely

Fun Days, Fayres & Fetes

The Apple and Harvest Fayre is back! Races, longest peel competition, crafts, themed games and stalls! Come and join in the fun. Sponsored by Thorlabs

Palace & St Mary's Green, Ely Entry Free info@visitely.org.uk

7th October 10am - 4pm

https://www.babylonarts.org.uk

ELY CATHEDRAL

A CELEBRATION OF WATER

Friday 29 September - Sunday 1 October

Join us to celebrate the harvest. (Entry to the Cathedral is free on Saturday 30 September* & Sunday 1 October)

This year we celebrate the gift of water, its vital part in the cycle of life, its careful use in farming and growing crops, and its associations with abundance and plenty.

The Nave will be filled with spectacular flowers designed by the Flower Guild. There will also be displays by King's Ely, G's and The Bishop's apple juice will be for sale.

On Monday there will be a harvest produce sale at the west end.

* Visitor access on Saturday is between 10am-1.30pm only, with last entry at 12.30pm, due to a licensing service taking place in the afternoon.

HARVEST FESTIVAL WORSHIP

Sunday 1 October, 10.30am

Harvest Festival Eucharist

Preacher: Canon James Reveley - The Gift of Life

Sunday 1 October, 4pm

Family Harvest Prayer and Praise

A service of praise especially for families to worship together, exploring the gift of water and how vital it is for all living things on the earth. With the Ely Imps.

Sunday 1 October, 5pm

Harvest Soup and Hymns

Come to the Lady Chapel for hearty vegetarian soup, homemade puddings, traditional harvest hymns and poetry.

Tickets: £5. - https://www.elycathedral.org/ events/harvest-soup-and-hymns

MESSIAH

Ely Cathedral / Britten Sinfonia

Music

The Choir is joined by the Britten Sinfonia to perform Handel’s timeless masterpiece on the theme of Christ’s birth, life, death and resurrection.

Ely Cathedral CB74DL £7.50-£40 Book online

7th October 7pm

www.elycathedral.org/events

ELY RECORD FAIR

Event Horizon Live

Fun Days, Fayres & Fetes

For record enthusiasts, collectors and those looking for a fierce rarity or bargain, Ely Record Fair has it all!

The Maltings, Ship Lane CB74BB Entry Free info@visitely.org.uk

7th October 10am - 4pm

https://www.eventhorizonlive.co.uk

BEN JUPP MEMORIAL LECTURE

ELY AMNESTY GROUP

LECTURE

Prof Dame Sara Thornton who served as the UK Independent Anti-Slavery Commissioner, will speak on 'Modern Slavery: Hidden in Plain Sight'.

Ely Cathedral CB74DL Free with retiring collection

8th October 7.30pm

https://www.elycathedral.org/events

CLARE BALDING TOPPINGS

Book Event

A tale of hard work, companionship and a great many dog walks, Isle of Dogs is an unmissable read for anyone whose life has been transformed by a faithful hound.

Ely Cathedral CB74DL Tickets £10/£22

13th October 7.30pm (doors open 6.45pm)

https://www.elycathedral.org/events

EVENTS BY 16/10/23

BOOTLEG BLONDIE

Event Horizon Live Music

Debbie Harris, lead vocalist of Bootleg Blondie has the looks, voice and attitude of the original Blondie bombshell and is as typically outrageous on stage!

The Maltings, Ely CB74BB Tickets £22

13th October 8.30pm (7.30pm doors) seetickets.com/event/bootleg-blondie/ the-maltings/2510554

THE GREATEST SHOWMAN

Sing Choirs

Sing a Show

Come along for a super afternoon of singing songs from a super iconic show! No auditions, no need to be able to read music! Book your place now! Don't miss out!

Ely St John's Primary School, CB6 3BW

Tickets £20 email: kathryn@singchoirs.com

14th October 2-5pm

https://singchoirs.com/

TERRY HISCOCK & ROGER TREVIT

Ely Folk Club Folk Music

Playing up and down the land in countless clubs, concert halls and festivals, this duo have accumulated a wealth of stories and anecdotes to delight their audiences.

The Arkenstall Centre, Haddenham CB63X

£15 adv / £16 door Tel: 01353 740999 or 664706

18th October 7 for 7.30pm http://www.elyfolkclub.co.uk/

FEN AUTHORS & EXPLORERS

FASCINATING FENS

TALK

A must for anyone who loves the Fens and the local area. Three guest speakers share their love of the Fens and what it means to them.

St Mary's Church, Ely CB74HF Tickets £10

21st October 1.30-4.30pm

www.fascinatingfens.com

IN EXCELSIS DEO

Ely Choral Society Music

This glorius concert features Vivaldi’s Gloria and the Mass in D by Dvořák, an organ solo and 'Etheldreda' from ‘Fenland Images’ by Andrew Parnell.

Ely Cathedral CB74DL £10/£25

21st October 7.30pm

www.elycathedral.org/events

FLEETWOOD MAC BY CANDLELIGHT

Concerts by Candlelight

Music

This incredible show will feature best loved songs including Little Lies, The Chain, Rhiannon, Don’t Stop and many more! All in the beautiful candlelit Ely Cathedral.

Ely Cathedral CB74DL £27.50-£42.50

26th & 27th October 7.30pm

www.elycathedral.org/events

ALL SHALL BE WELL Ely Cathedral Spiritual

Living with faith, hope and love in the company of Julian of Norwich

A day of teaching, conversation, stillness and contemplative prayer,

Ely Cathedral CB74DL Tickets £10 Book online 28th October starts 9.30am

www.elycathedral.org/events/all-shall-be-well

“The Little Chapel in the Fen”

TWO LOCAL ARTISTS TO SHOW THEIR WORK IN ELY CATHEDRAL

Two local artists, Jackie Day and Karen West will be showing their work in the Lady Chapel, Ely Cathedral from 29th Sept to 13th October 2023. Both are members of Iceni Botanical Artists who are delighted to be having an exhibition in the Lady Chapel for the first time. The theme for the exhibition is “Herbals and Harvest” helping celebrate the life of Queen Etheldreda along with the Cathedral’s Harvest Festival and the recently planted Physic Garden.

Jackie has lived in Little Downham since 1970 and has always been interested in art. She particularly enjoys drawing in graphite and pen, plus watercolours on vellum – a material used for many botanical and ecclesiastical pictures. Only one workshop in the country survives producing vellum, who use traditional methods to specially treat the hides.

Karen, from Sutton, attended Goldsmiths Art College to study textiles and fine art. Her love of botanical art started at an exhibition at the Botanical Gardens, Sydney. She is particularly inspired by the work of Marianne North, Rory McEwen and Pandora Sellers.

Iceni Botanical Artists, formed in 2010, are also offering tasters in botanical art alongside the exhibition in the Lady Chapel with two workshop days for those wishing to have a go, or for those more experienced to further develop their skills.

Workshops

5th Oct - Botanical drawing in Ink

12th Oct - Design and Paint an illuminated Letter Booking: https://www.elycathedral.org/events/ iceni-botanical-artists-art-exhibition

More details of IBA, member artists and examples of their recent work can be found at:

www.icenibotanical artists.co.uk

CREATIVE CAFÉ COMES TO ELY THIS SEPTEMBER!

NEW creative collaboration between Arts and Minds and Ely Library launches this September! Arts and Minds is a small arts and health charity, running arts-based workshops and programmes to support the positive mental health of individuals and communities across Cambridgeshire.

Pop into the new Creative Café at Ely Library for a free cuppa, chat & creativity!

Starting on the 14th of September 4-6pm, an artist will lead you in an informal creative activity, with all arts materials provided.

Alternatively, you can create something independently, in a friendly setting, with other people - no prior art experience required! Everyone is welcome, especially those living with physical or mental health challenges. The Café is a drop-in, so there’s no need to book.

The drop-in sessions will continue on the second Thursday of every month from 4 - 6pm at Ely Library, 6 The Cloisters, Ely, CB27 4ZH. If you would like to find out more about the Creative Café or any other programmes we run, please email admin@artsandminds.co.uk or call us on 01223 403485.

• 32.5 hours per week (term time only) /£1488 (gross) per month (paid every month x 12 months) / excellent employer pension contributions

• Great career progression available as TA, plus opportunities to progress into teaching

• No experience or particular qualifications necessary - just a positive attitude and desire to do your best for young people with additional needs

Health

Pop in to Cambridgeshire Archives on 28th October for an afternoon showcasing a selection of records relating to health and sickness in Ely.

With a display of original documents and behindthe-scenes tours showing the range of services that we of fer, it ’s sure to be a unique and interesting afternoon.

Ely Lifelong Learners

Offer a Ten Week Course on London Through Literature

Tutor: Ros Connelly

London is a fictional place – one of the most written about places in literature. What we think about London has often been created by the imagination of writers. This course will discusss ways in which writers have used real places and re-created them for their own ends, giving us a deeper, richer and multi-layered understanding of London. The course will be thematic rather than chronological (although covering several centuries of writing), looking at the importance of pre-conceived ideas and first impressions, and how work, the legal profession, crime and punishment, and entertainment and pleasure have all been portrayed, with the line between fiction and reality often becoming blurred. Authors referred to range from Chaucer, Shakespeare and Dickens to Colin McInnes, Helene Hanff and Nick Hornby.

• Venue: The Methodist Church Hall, Chapel Street, Ely

• Wednesday 13 September 2023, 10.30am-12.30pm

• Course fee is £50. Payment by cheque only

• Pre-booking and payment is preferred. Please contact Anne on 01353 662712 or at awarham575@btinternet.com

ROTARY CLUB OF ELY OPEN EVENING

We are a club which has been in existence for over eighty years. In Ely we are largely responsible for Aquafest, the House to House Christmas Collection and the collections in the High Street in Ely and Ely Fireworks . We are also seen at the Eel Parade, Applefest, Pride and other community events. We support international events such as Tools with a Mission and ShelterBox. We support local charities.

Recently we have changed our format and we now meet at Ely Bowls Club three Thursdays in the month at 8 p.m. and we go out for a meal on the fourth. We have speakers and more importantly we have fun.

The Rotary Club of Ely is open to EVERYONE. Come and see what we do and who we are. The Open Evening is on 28th September at 8 p.m. at Ely Bowls Club so join us for drinks and talk to us.

We would love you to become a part of our Rotary family. For more information- contact Viv Doji - vclariced@hotmail.com or 07368229318

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We are part of Ely Choral Society. Message us on Facebook: Ely Youth Choir

The judging panel recently met in the beautiful surroundings of The Poets House Hotel in Ely to discuss the incredible nominees in Ely Hero Awards 2023 of which there were close to 200. Three finalists are chosen to attend the glitzy award ceremony this season, 1 of which will be crowned Winner of each Category. The winners are a much guarded secret so that everyone receives a surprise on the night.

The Ely Hero Awards 2023 Ceremony will be held in September where business sponsors, finalists and their guests will gather at the special event to celebrate all that is good in the communities of Ely and the surrounding Villages. The highlight of the evening will be the award for an outstanding commitment to the community - THE Ely Hero 2023.

List of Finalists:

Most Amazing Professional 2023

Bogdana Ostrowska-Kubik - Ukranian Hub ECDC

Daniel Laurence - Plumbing and Heating

Ashley Moodliar - Ely Construction

Best Teacher 2023

Natalie Lewis - Isle of Ely Primary School

Jessica Webb - LECA, Littleport

Anna Cameron - LECA, Littleport

Child of Achievement 2023

(including The Jay Davison Award)

Teddy Woodhouse

Christina Verducci

Caitlin Child

Charlotte Gardiner

The Ely Hero 2023

Wayne Bent - CAMSAR

Liz Medd -CEAACC

Jo Webber - Littleport

The Mike Rouse Community Champion 2023

Brian Calvert - Scout Leader

Paul Briggs - Ely Tennis Club

Kathryn Rowland - All in Sound

Colleague of the Year 2023

Gabriela Szigheti - The Poets House

Alex Crow - Witchford Recycling Centre

Caroline Wren - Littleport Community Primary

Neighbour of the Year 2023

Team D, Witchford

Teresa Sellers

Patricia Canham

Caring Companion

Teresa Sellers

Daniel Apostol

Liz Norman

Smiliest Server

Jade Dace - Coop, Burwell

Andrew Olley - City Cycles Toy Shop

Phil & Rachael Tate - Prosper Cafe

Sporting Hero

Phil Trelford - Swimming & Cycling

Emma Thomas & Fiona Dyer - Walking Tennis

Simon Rampley - Littleport Rangers

Tickets for the Ely Cathedral Christmas Gift & Food Fair are on sale now (just 2 months to go!) The fair will take place on Thursday 16Saturday 18 November, with an Exclusive Shopping Experience Evening on Wednesday 15 November. Due to the popularity of this event and restricted numbers, please purchase tickets in advance via our website: www.elycathedral. org/events/christmas-fair-2023

4th November 2023

Ely Community Events Team are very pleased to announce that the annual fireworks display in Cherry Park, Ely, will be taking place this year on Saturday 4th November.

Following last year’s record breaking event, another spectacular occasion is in store for 2023 featuring an excellent display from the Crazy Fireworks team set against the backdrop of Ely Cathedral, accompanied by fairground rides, food and drink stalls, and many other attractions. This year will also see the return of the Scouts ”Big Barbeque”, offering great value food.

There will also be the usual Guy Competition, open to both primary schools and under-11 youth groups, with winners prize of £100 plus £25 donated to every other entrant.

As before we will be partnering with BBC Radio Cambridgeshire and will do our very best to bring you an unforgettable experience which sends everyone away happy.

We are very grateful to our event sponsors Cambridge Commodities.

Advance tickets, in the form of wristbands, will be available immediately after our launch at Ely Tourist Information Centre on 26th September, both from the Centre (card only) and all of our other outlets, to be detailed shortly. Prices will be the same as in 2022, £8 per adult, £4 per child, and £20 family (2 adults and 2 children )

We look forward to welcoming everyone along, and for further information as the date draws near go to our Facebook page at www.facebook. com/FireworksEly See you there !

NOVEMBER CRAFT FAIR AT THE MALTINGS

We are delighted to be bringing the well established art and Craft fair, Art Unequalled back to The Malting’s in Ely this November

The event will be back on 4th and 5th November. Art Unequalled, now in its 13th year, and is unrivalled in the area for the quality of handmade crafts that it brings together at its friendly and welcoming events.

Whether you are simply looking for a way to spend an interesting few hours browsing, you are looking for something unique for your home, yourself or a loved one, or looking for a great place to start your Christmas shopping, Art Unequalled is the perfect event to visit.

Set on the banks of the stunning Ely river, The Malting makes the perfect backdrop to host the range of high quality handmade works on display. Just a short stroll along the river from the train station, or with free parking across Ely, why not make a day of it!

At Art Unequalled, each maker will be presenting their work themselves and will therefore be on hand to answer any questions you may have about their work and inspirations. Most of the exhibitors also work to commission, allowing you to have something truly bespoke created just for you.

Art Unequalled is proud to present Independent British Artists and Craftspeople working to the highest standards in a wide range of media and is careful in the selection process to curate an event with a wide range of works. You will find works created from a wide range of media including painting, jewellery, prints, textiles, metal, ceramics, sculpture, illustration, glass, furniture, wire and wood.

Make a note in your diary of the dates today and we look forward to welcoming you!

ELYi GROUPS AND MEETS DIRECTORY

ENTRY TO THIS DIRECTORY IS FREE FOR ANY LOCAL NON PROFIT GROUP. PLEASE SEND YOUR DETAILS IN TO: editor@elyimagazine.com or fill in the online form here: https://bit .ly/3dszlbv

ARTS & CRAFTS THE ARTS SOCIETY - ELY

Our meetings are usually held at The Old Palace,Ely . 7pm for 7.30 start. Visitors are welcome for £7 on the door. Refreshments after the lecture for £1. 21st Sept- a lecture by Simon Inglis entitled 'Great Lengths - the art and architecture of Britain's historic swimming pools and lidos.' 19th October- The lecture ' Caravaggio - Murderer or Genius? 'and given by Julie Musgrave. NB. for this month at Morbey Hall, Kings Ely School, Ely Doors open 7pm for 7.30 start. Visitors are welcome for £7 on the door. Refreshments after the lecture for £1. www.theartssocietyely.org.uk, or see our facebook page, email:smholgate@outlook.com

ISLE OF ELY ARTS SOCIETY

This is a very active, friendly society which welcomes professional and leisure artists, as well as non-artists who enjoy and appreciate art. We meet on the fourth Friday of the month at the Ely Methodist Church, Chapel Street, 7:00 to 9:00PM . The annual membership cost is £35. For more info go to: www.elyartsociety.com or email: elyartsociety@gmail.com

PAINT-ELY

Adult Art Classes - drawing, painting and life drawing classes for beginners and refreshers alike. Friendly and informal atmosphere. All are welcome! email: hello@paintely.com Tel: 07968810550 https://www.paintely.com

CAMBRIDGE OPEN STUDIOS

The Cambridge Open Studios July Art Festival runs over the first four weekends of July every year, and provides the opportunity to visit working studios, and buy art direct from the artists. More info at: https://camopenstudios.org/

ELY GUILD OF WOODTURNERS

The Ely Guild of Woodturners exists to enable amateur woodturners to further the cause of woodturning and to preserve this beautiful ancient craft. We meet on the first Wednesday of each month at the Village Hall in Little Thetford, starting at 7pm (we offer a beginners’ instruction from 6pm). Meetings usually consist of a demonstration by a visiting expert and we even squeeze in a raffle, chat and a cup of tea! Everyone is welcome to attend a couple of meetings as a guest before deciding to join the club. Membership is currently just £45 per annum. www.elyguildofwoodturners.org.uk

ELY OPEN STUDIOS

There are over 170 studios open to the public, in July, as part of Cambridge Open Studios event. Full details can be found in the free booklets available locally. As well as the booklet the artists around Ely have produced a leaflet showing the locations of local artists. They are a very friendly group and will give you a warm welcome.

https://camopenstudios.org/

HEREWARD STITCHERS

We are a small friendly group of stitchers who sew all sorts of fabric items especially quilts. We welcome members of all levels (including beginners) to share our interest and 'quilty' knowledge. There are workshops and other social events during the year. We meet at The Glebe in Sutton on the last Thursday of each month 2-4pm. Please come along and meet us or if you would like more information, please contact Anne Kokke 01353 778873

SKETCHBOOK WEDNESDAY GROUP

NEW sketching year begins Wednesday 6 September at Riverside Bar & Kitchen, The Maltings, 6.30pm- 8pm - Informal social adult sketching club meets 1st Wednesday of the month. Suitable for beginners or anyone looking to add more creativity to their lives. Starter sketchpads and sketchpad kits available to purchase. Different sketching techniques/ themes each month. Guest Artists invited to collaborate on special sessions. New membership discounts available when booking termly/annually. Pay per session available too. 2023/24 prices TBC. To book in advance or register your interest TEL: 07966 727 289 email: artintheburrow@gmail.com www.instagram.com/sketchbookwednesdayclub/

ELY WATERCOLOUR WORKSHOP

We meet on Tuesday evenings during term time at Ely College to paint 18:30 to 21:00. During the summer term we paint outside. New members always welcome! Cost for half a year is £35. IG: @ely_watercolour_workshop

FB: @ElyWatercolourWorkshop

Contact: Vivienne Robinson

email: vivienne@thehall.co.uk tel: 07932 828416.

ELY YARN CRAFT AND SEW SOCIAL

We are a friendly group of yarn and textile crafters who meet up on most Monday evenings to work on projects, share ideas and make friends.

Our meeting times are Mondays from 6pm to 9pm, (but not the second Monday of each month). We meet at the City of Ely Bowls club on Nutholt Street. Details of sessions and membership costs please email: ely.yarncrafterssewsocial@gmail.com or phone: 07779434354

CAMPAIGN GROUPS & CAUSES EAST CAMBS ACCESS GROUP

We meet fortnightly on a Wednesday in the council offices to make written comments on planning applications, for buildings that the public use, especially for wheelchair access and for those with a visual impairment. These access concerns are added to East Cambridgeshire District Council’s response to the planning application. Everyone is welcome to become a new member of the group. For further info Tel: 07875 222861 or email:getstevecarter@yahoo.co.uk ely.org.uk/ECAccessGroup/EastCambsAG.htm

ELY CITY AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL GROUP

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

ELY HUMANISTS

Ely Humanist Group Normally informally meet once a month on a Saturday morning for a coffee and a chat. Details and times of meetings will be posted on the website along with any other events that may be of interest. If you’d like to stay informed, please subscribe for update emails via the website or email: elyhumanistssec@gmail.com or visit: http://ely.humanist.org.uk/

FEN LINE USERS ASSOCIATION

The Fen Line Users Association was formed 35 years ago and is an independent organisation which represents the interests of users of the railway line from King's Lynn to Cambridge (the Fen Line) and services from there to London. Membership is open to all who use or have an interest in the line and the benefits include 3 newsletters every year and the opportunity to question rail industry managers directly at our AGM. For further info email the Secretary: fluasecretary@flua.org.uk or visit our website at www.flua.org.uk We would especially welcome an Ely resident or station user on our Committee.

NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH

We support the local police force in their efforts to reduce crime and antisocial behaviour and thus ensure that we live in a safer and more secure community. Through our many members we endeavour to build friendly and helpful

neighbourhoods where residents feel part of their community and can rely on each other for assistance. For further information see our web site: https://sites.google.com/site/eastcambsnhw/, or contact Kevin Evans: 01353 614892

email: kevin.g.evans@ntlworld.com

DRAMA & THEATRE

ELY AMATEUR DRAMATIC SOCIETY

www.facebook.com/ elyamateurdramatics. org / elyamateurdramatics / @DramaEly

CAMPAIGN AMATEUR THEATRE

Visit our website at www.cattheatrecompany.co.uk or contact Chair: Gemma Crossland 07896 860252 email: gemma.crossland@yahoo.co.uk

THEATREGOERS & SOCIALCLUB

Various venues regularly visited - Plays, Ballet, Musicals, Concerts. A number of Social Outings (always popular) also arranged. Prices include cost of coach travel and driver’s tip. We have pick up points in Littleport, Ely and Soham. For further info – please call General Secretary on 07887 240483 Or see website:www.elytheatregoers.co.uk

DANCE

DEVIL'S DYKE MORRIS MEN

Learn to dance with Devil’s Dyke Morris Men Morris Dance is a great way to keep fit, meet others and helps to keep an ancient tradition alive. Its also free to join! We would also like to hear from any musicians who would like to play for us. Venue: The Scout Hut, Bottisham, CB25 9BB. For more information or a lift contact: Gordon 01223 833983 or bagman@devilsdykemm.org.uk or visit www. devilsdykemm.org.uk

EAST CAMBS DANCING FOR FUN

Tea Dance Tuesdays from 2-4pm, £3.50 including refreshments. Line Dance Thursdays, Improvers 6.30-7.30pm, Advanced 7.30-8.30pm, £3.00. We meet at the Brooklands Centre Sutton. Further Details 01353 523563 or 07885 727368

HIAM SPORTS & SOCIAL CLUB (PRICKWILLOW)

Hiam Sports and Social Club is a friendly club with a superb semi-sprung dance floor, a licensed bar, level access, ample free parking, free wifi and a raffle at every dance. Main activities include Ballroom and Sequence Tea and Evening dances, Country Line dances, Rock'n'Roll nights and Bingo. See the website for organisers' contact details. The hall is also available to hire for meetings, parties, wedding receptions etc. Venue: Hiam Sports and Social Club, Putney Hill Road, Prickwillow ELY Cambs. CB7 4UU email: info@hiam.org.uk website: https://www.hiam.org.uk/ Tel: 07470 098996 or 01353 688576

ELY & LITTLEPORT BORDER MORRIS DANCERS

We are group of dancers and musicians performing Border Morris style dances, mainly our own tradition but with some traditional dances. Practices are at 8pm on Fridays in Centre E on Barton Road. If you are interested in joining us see contact details below or come along to have a look. email:contact@elriot.co.uk /www.elriot.co.uk

EDUCATION

ELY COLLEGE COMMUNITY EDUCATION

Ely College Community Education offer a range of VTCT Beauty Courses including Reflexology & Swedish Massage. We also offer competitive room hire rates for your local group/ society. Please email: community@elycollege.co.uk for further information.

ELY LIFELONG LEARNERS

Ely Lifelong Learners offer a ten week course on London Through Literature with tutor Ros Connelly. London is a fictional place - one of the most written about places in literature. The course will be thematic rather than chronological, although covering several centuries of writings. Authors referred to range from Chaucer, Shakespeare and Dickens to Colin McInnes, Helene Hanff and Nick Hornby. Venue: the Methodist Church Hall, Chapel Street Ely. Wednesday 13th September 2023, 10:30am -12:30pm. Course Fee: £50. Payment by cheque only. Pre-booking and payment preferred. For more details contact Anne on 01353 662712 or at awarham575@btinternet.com

FUNDRAISING & VOLUNTEERS

ELY COMMUNITY FIRST RESPONDERS

Community first responders (CFRs) are volunteers who are trained by the 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 in the first vital minutes before the ambulance crew arrives.Their role is to help stabilise the patient and provide the appropriate care until the more highly skilled ambulance crew arrives on scene to take over the treatment. If you are interested in becoming a CFR then visit https:// www.eastamb.nhs.uk/join-the-team/community-firstresponders OR EMAIL: elyfirstresponders@gmail.com

ELY DINING CLUB

Contact Sylvia Farmer on Tel: 01353 777373 or email: sylvia.farmer2@btinternet.com

ELY LITTER PICKERS

A voluntary group dedicated to helping keep Ely litter free and looking its best. Ely Litter Pickers loan litter picking equipment, offer advice and safety tips, organise group litter picks, supply bin

bags and labels, as well as liaise with the council. Some group members have chosen to ‘adopt’ local roads areas but there is no obligation to do so. Pick as little or as often as you want – it all helps! A rewarding and fun activity for all ages, to find out more search ‘Ely Litter Pickers’ on Facebook or contact elylitter@gmail.com / Brian Calvert 07974 082868.

ELY FREEMASONS

Freemasonry is one of the oldest secular social and charitable organisations in the world. Membership is open to adults from all backgrounds and our aim is to empower members to be the best they can be. Freemasonry is about building character, supporting members as individuals and helping them make a positive contribution to society. It provides a structure for members to build new friendships and develop themselves, whilst having family inclusive fun. One of the largest charitable givers in the country, Ely Freemasons support a great many good causes locally. For more information email us at elyfreemasons@gmail.com or visit: www.pglcambs.org.uk.

ELY HEREWARD ROTARY

We have short meetings twice a month and also organise social events and trips out. If you would like to meet us and hear more about what we do, see our Facebook page or contact Janet Porter at j.e.porter@btinternet.com

INNER WHEEL CLUB OF ELY

The Inner Wheel Club of Ely has been active in the local area for over 70 years. We are a social group meeting monthly and our objects are to promote true friendship, encourage the ideals of personal service and to foster international understanding. Contact Mrs Sallis-Browne on 07737341648 for info

THE LIONS CLUB OF LITTLEPORT

Lions come together with others in their local communities to raise funds through friendship and teamwork. We volunteer with integrity, enthusiasm, innovation and creativity. If you would like to come along as a guest to one of our meetings please let us know so we expect you.You are under no obligation to join our club but hopefully you will like what we do and would be interested in becoming a member. If you do decide to join us your commitment is as much or little as you want it to be. We don’t expect you to commit more than you are willing to do. We usually meet on the first Thursday of the month (except August) at The High Flyer Newnham St Ely at 7.30pm. Tel: 01353 664906 or email: lionscluboflittleport@gmail.com www.e-clubhouse.org/sites/littleport FB: Littleport Lions Club

LITTLEPORT & ELY TIME BANK

We are a friendly group of volunteers who exchange time and skills with members for free. Everyone’s time is equal and everyone has something to offer, whether visiting someone for a cup of tea or designing a website. Join us and get to know people in the community and share your passion or skill. Non members are welcome to join us at coffee morning to find out more. We are also conducting safe time exchanges and social activities within our own bubbles. For further info please email littleportandelytimebank@btinternet.com or visit Facebook: @LittleportandElyTimebank

LITTLEPORT ROTARY CLUB

www.littleportrotary.org.uk Contact: David Ambrose Smith 01353 861010

ELY & DIST' NSPCC FUNDRAISING TEAM

Fundraising events throughout the year. If you would like to get involved or support us, please get in touch with either Johanna on 07912617135 or Wendy on 01353610787.

THE ORDER OF ST ETHELDREDA

The Order of St Etheldreda is an opportunity for Ely Cathedral's most generous supporters to work together with the Cathedral to achieve mutual goals of prosperity and success. Order Members are invited to a programme of exclusive events that include the coveted annual Order Dinner, receive free admission to the Cathedral and Stained Glass Museum, and priority booking to popular Cathedral events and services. Contact Hannah Wilcox for info: 01353 660321 e: h.wilcox@elycathedral.org

ROTARY CLUB OF ELY

Ely Rotary are largely responsible for Aquafest, the House to House Christmas Collection and the collections in the High Street in Ely and Ely Fireworks . We are also seen at the Eel Parade, Applefest, Pride and other community events. We meet at Ely Bowls Club three Thursdays in the month at 8 p.m. and we go out for a meal on the fourth. We have speakers and more importantly we have fun. We would love you to become a part of our Rotary family. For more information- contact Viv Doji - vclariced@hotmail.com or 07368229318

ELY WOOD GREEN FUNDRAISERS

A group for animal lovers who would like to raise funds to support Wood Green and the pets and owners we support. All are very welcome. If interested please get in touch. Beth Twite

07966775455 e: Bethany.twite@woodgreen.org.uk

HEALTH KEEP ACTIVE ELY

Every Thursday morning between 9am and 12pm at The Paradise Centre and is low cost exercise for over 50's and people returning to a healthy lifestyle. Badminton, T'ai Chi and Keep Fit to Music, 50 weeks a year for £4. A not for profit event. We would like to be included in the listings. For more info: faradena@yahoo.co.uk

YOGA4HEALTH

Classes with Paul Fox 10am - 12 noon every Friday at the Methodist Church Hall, Chapel Street, Ely. Suitable for all abilities. Classes can be done in a chair or on a yoga mat (provided). Donation only. contactyoga4health@gmail.com or call 07782 413146. Pre-booking required.

YOGA STUDIO ELY - MEDITATION EVENINGS

Yogic Meditation, practice and theory. Chanting, dharma talks, good company. Beautiful designated yoga studio in a peaceful garden setting. We welcome yoga practitioners and anyone else interested in meditation and spiritual practice to these gatherings. Charitable donations accepted. www.yogastudioely.co.uk t: 01353 698090

e: mark@yogastudioely.co.uk Tower Farm, Little Downham CB6 2TD

HISTORY 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 email:ely@ccan.co.uk

PRICKWILLOW ENGINE MUSEUM

Tel: 01353 688380/720737

www.prickwillowmuseum.com

www.facebook.com/museumatprickwillow

THE STAINED GLASS MUSEUM

For further updates and information please check the museum’s social media and website updates at:https://stainedglassmuseum.com/visiting Contact email: curator@stainedglassmuseum.com Tel: 01353 660355

ELY & DISTRICT ARCHAEOLOGICAL SOCIETY

Info can be obtained from our website. Meetings: New Room of Ely Methodist Church. Access may be obtained through the blue gates at the rear of St Mary's Street Car Park. Email: kevin.g.evans@ ntlworld.com Tel: 01353 614892

web: https://www.elyarchaeology.org.uk

HOBBY & INTEREST GROUPS ELY ALLOTMENTS & GARDENS ASSOCIATION

The Association is run by volunteers on behalf of the City of Ely Council. Our purpose is to encourage domestic horticulture and provide allotment gardens for rent to the residents of Ely in Cambridgeshire. If you would like to apply for a place on the waiting list for a plot, please go to our website: www. elyallotmentsandgardens.org

ELY ASTRONOMY CLUB

A club in Ely, Cambridgeshire, UK for anyone interested in astronomy and space exploration.We have regular meetings, and observing evenings. The aim of the club is to be informal, friendly and exciting. Beginners and families are welcome. Mike Stephens / mike@sulis.demon.co.uk - Facebook: Ely Astronomy Club Website: http://sites.google. com/site/elyastroclub/

ELY BRIDGE CLUB

Find more info at: www.bridgewebs.com/ely/ Barry Lowe: 01353 658356 e: elybridgeclub@gmail.com

ELY & DISTRICT CAMRA

The Campaign for Real Ale and its main aims are to secure the long term future of real ale, cider and real perry. Promote and protect pubs and clubs. Recognise the benefits of responsible, moderate social drinking and provide information to all those with an interest in beer, cider and perry. We also organise and run festivals and outings in the local area.Email: elycamra@yahoo.com

Web: https://ely.camra.org.uk

Facebook: @ElyAndDistrictCAMRA

ELY BEET CHESS CLUB

We are a friendly bunch comprising players of a wide range of skill levels, from beginners new to the game to seasoned veterans who have been playing most of their lives! Our club nights are hosted at the Ely Beet Sports & Social Club every Monday from around 7:15 pm (except for Bank Holidays) in the lounge bar, and we would love to welcome new people into the fold.E:contact@elybeetchess.co.uk https://www.elybeetchess.co.uk/

ELY EVENING SCRABBLE CLUB

Where: King's Arms Pub, St Mary's Street, Ely. When: 4th Monday of the month @ 7.15 pm until approx 9.00 pm. 2023 Dates: 25 September, 23 October, 27 November No fee but you must buy a drink from the bar. Bring a scrabble board and scrabble dictionary if you have them (to ensure we have enough boards to play), notebook and pen for your scores. Contact: Sheila 07879863199, mail@ sheilawillson.plus.com We play just for fun, come and join in!

CITY OF ELY FLOWER CLUB

Further info: Pat Simmonds 01353 661837 psimmonds696@btinternet.com

FEN FOLKS FRIDAYS

A great opportunity to meet up with others to learn more about the fens, hear speakers on fen topics, and discuss fen themes and upcoming events. Please book attendance in advance via our website. If you are a business and would like to sponsor these evenings, please get in touch an follow us on Twitter and Facebook for more updates go to: www.fascinatingfens.com email: fascinatingfens@outlook.com

Booking: https://fascinatingfens.com/FEN-FOLKS-FRIDAY/

THE K9 COMMUNITY CAFE

Usually meeting at the "Unwrapped' cafe at the Lighthouse centre. www.facebook.com/thek9cafe/ Tel:07552462040

ELY & DISTRICT MODEL RAILWAY CLUB

We are a group of individuals who enjoy the hobby of model railways. Our main 4mm scale OO gauge layout project is a model of Wickham Market station on the East Suffolk line. We have now started another 4mm project to build a layout with digital control for those members who operate with the new system. However we have members who are interested in other scales, both larger and smaller, and we have started construction of an N gauge layout based on the Scottish Highland main line station at Dalwhinnie. Some months ago we have been very fortunate to expand our premises into an adjacent area which almost doubles the club room size. For this reason we are able to increase our membership and are looking for new enthusiastic members. If you would like to know more please visit our website, www.elymrc.org.uk or view our Facebook page @Elymodelrailwayclub. Our Secretary David Abbott will be happy to provide any further information. He can be contacted on 01353 721280 and by email at davidjabbott70@gmail.com

ELY PHILATELIC SOCIETY

Did you once collect stamps when you were younger? We’re a small friendly club and would welcome new members. Our stamp collecting interests are wide-ranging and we cater for all levels from beginners upwards. Why not come along and see what we do with no obligation. We have now changed our venue and time of meeting. We meet at the Lighthouse Centre, 13 Lynn Road, Ely from 10.00 for 10.30 until 13.00 on the first Thursday of the month. We meet in the room at the right hand end of the rear courtyard. Full details of our meetings can be obtained from our Secretary, Chris North, on 01354 659358 or 07749565418.

ELY PHOTOGRAPHIC CLUB

For info please contact: Phil 07739 848871 or our website at www.elyphotographicclub.co.uk has a ‘Contact Us’ form

ELY-RIBE ASSOCIATION

The Ely / Ribe Twinning Association. For info email: elyribe.association@ntlworld.com Chairman: Howard McMillan Tel: 01353 667949

SUGAR IN THE FENS

We are a sugarcraft club for all levels and all types of sugarcraft. We meet once a month on the second Monday of the month at the Bowls Club in Ely - 7pm for 7:30 pm. Come along and have some tea, refreshments and a great evening. E: sugarinthefens@gmail.com

FB: https://m.facebook.com/sugarinthefens

TEMPUS AMICUS

We are a small group, local to Ely and Newmarket, with an interest in re-enacting the 17th century English civil war period. We are able to portray a variety of crafts, trades, and military life during the 1640's We would be happy to visit and talk to groups or even attend your events. We are a self funded group so only ask for travelling expenses which are kept to a minimum. For more information contact tempus.amicus@gmail.com or Brian Faulkner 07871595245

ELY TREFOIL GUILD

The Guild is for anyone over 18 who was ever a Brownie, a Guide or an adult leader in the Guide Association. We have members who live in Ely and the surrounding villages. We meet on the first Wednesday each month at the Guide Hall in St Johns Road Ely. We have a varied and interesting programme and would welcome new members. Come along to any meeting and see if you like us.

Contact Barbara Kippax via email: bjk17@btinternet.com

LANGUAGE & LITERATURE

ELY ENGLISH LANGUAGE CAFE

Do you need help with your English? If so then why not come along to the Ely English Language Café. Meetings are friendly, fun and informal, and, what's more, free! Every Tuesday and Friday mornings at 11am, at the High Flyer Pub, 69 Newnham St, Ely. Please e-mail if you wish to attend. Our team of volunteers are happy to help you with all aspects on the English language and culture. Bob Handley: handleybob46@gmail.com

01353 666367 www.elyenglishlanguagecafe.co.uk

FRIENDS OF ELY LIBRARY

Friends of Ely Library coffee mornings are now on the 3rd Saturday of each month in the Meeting Room between 10am and noon. At the moment, all events in the Library's meeting room, are subject

to CCC rules. Please check on the Friends notice board for any updates. There will also be some books to purchase and there will be some jigsaws about too as well as refreshments and cake. Everyone is welcome and we look forward to seeing old and new members at the coffee morning.

FEN SPEAK

We are Ely's regular poetry and spoken word open mic night with a friendly and supportive atmosphere. Come along to share your work or listen to the great variety of talent. Includes an extended headline slot from a guest performer. 3rd Wednesday of every month (except August), with events either in-person at Babylon Gallery or online. For full details see https://linktr.ee/fenspeak or email fenspeak@gmail. com. Free entry, all welcome.

ELY LIBRARY

Cambirdgeshire Libraries - Ely. Free weekly rhymetimes, Wednesday 2pm and Friday 10.30am for 0-4 years olds. Creative Tuesday crafting session. Bring your own craft and socialise with other crafters, 10am. Monthly Engage talks, 2nd Tuesday of of each month. Lego clubs for children, Scrabble club for adults.

Email: rob.gwilliam@cambridgeshire.gov.uk https://www.cambridgeshire.gov.uk/directory/ listings/ely-library Contact details for all events and activities are: Ely.Referral@cambridgeshire.gov.uk, 0345 045 5225.

SMALL WORLD BOOK GROUP

We mainly concentrate on international literature and read classics and contemporary writing from around the world and across a range of periods. We meet on the last Tuesday of the month in the Royal Standard on Fore Hill from 7-9 pm. For the list of upcoming books, dates and times or to let us know you'd like to join us email smallworldbookgroup@gmail.com or find us on Facebook:smallworldbookgroup. https://bit.ly/smallworldbookgroup

MUSIC ELY ACOUSTIC

Everyone gathers in a circle and takes turns singing/playing a song or tune. All welcome regardless of ability/style/instrument. A hosted event is held every month 2nd Thursdays at the West End House Pub. Ely. Follow us on Facebook – Ely

Acoustic

CAMBRIDGESHIRE CALEDONIAN PIPE BAND

Learn to play the bagpipes, snare drum, tenor drum or bass drum. Tuition is provided free of charge and we can provide instruments for beginners too. Contact Iain Soutter: iain.soutter@hotmail.com T: 07745925544 http://www.ccpb.org.uk

CAMBRIDGESHIRE MUSIC

Cambridgeshire Music is the county hub for music education and arts therapies. website: https://www.cambridgeshiremusic.org.uk/ email: jason.howard@cambridgeshire.gov.uk

Tel: 01480 373 500

CITY OF ELY MILITARY BAND

We are an amateur band comprising of Brass and Woodwind players. We get together on Tuesday evenings at Ely College throughout the year. If you are looking for a group to play with, you are welcome to get in touch via Bandmaster Phil Green 01353 721782, or online: www.elyband.co.uk

ELY CHORAL SOCIETY

Our large, mixed voice community choir rehearses weekly at St John’s School, Ely on Mondays at 7.30pm with our Conductor, Andrew Parnell. If you are interested in joining us for our new season, (see concert listing) please turn up for our first rehearsal on September 4th at 7.30pm or contact us through Facebook or through our membership secretary on T: 07970 956401 www.elychoralsociety.org

FENLAND JAM

We are a community group set up to support local musicians. A monthly meet-up combines all ages, styles and abilities to create what we call, Fenland Jam! Find us: https://www.facebook.com/FJELY/

ELY FOLK CLUB

Folk concerts usually on the “teenth” Wednesday of the month with nationally acclaimed folk musicians/ bands and local support acts. Upcoming events: 13th September Phil Beer

18th October Terry

Hiscock & Roger Trevitt 15th November Jenna

Witts at the Arkenstall Centre, Haddenham, 7 for 7.30pm. For further info www.elyfolkclub.co.uk or 01353 740999/664706

ELY AREA MUSIC CENTRE

The Ely Area Music Centre runs at King’s Ely Junior School, Barton Road, Ely, CB7 4DB, from 10am to 12.30pm every Saturday during term time. Contact Cambridgeshire Music: 01480 373500, Email: cm@cambridgeshire.gov.uk

ELY SINFONIA

Ely Sinfonia was founded in November 1999 by a group led by ADeC (Arts Development in East Cambridgeshire), with the aim of becoming a beacon of excellence as East Cambridgeshire’s own community orchestra. Since then it has become one of the region’s best respected orchestras. Today, Ely Sinfonia is made up of players of all ages and from a wide range of backgrounds, including school and college students, business professionals, retired people and local music teachers.Contact: 01353 721007 www.elysinfonia.co.uk

SING! CHOIRS

Come and join us! Everyone is welcome, with no auditions - just enjoy singing pop, rock and songs from the shows and you'll be a welcome member of the groups! Contact Kathryn on kathryn@ singchoirs.com, call 01353 662022, or through our website www.singchoirs.com Keep in touch for regular weekend workshops too! Please also see a listing in "Support and Care" for information about a local singing group for people living with dementia, memory loss and their carers.

SOHAM COMRADES BAND

A friendly established 1st section band based in Soham. We currently have some some vacancies so if you are a brass player new to the area and looking for a home. We have some exciting plans to build the band within the local area including a partnership with local schools to grow our junior section. For the latest info find us and message us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ sohamcomradesband.

ELY YOUTH CHOIR

A community choir for young singers aged 11 and up. There are no auditions and no fees. The group sings a wide range of music styles, from Handel to Hairspray, trained by professional choir director and composer Andrew Parnell. Held in the Church Rooms at St. Mary’s Church, Ely. For more details, email youth@elychoralsociety.org Find us on Facebook @elyyouthchoir

NATURE & OUTDOORS

ELY WILDLIFE WATCH

Ely Wildlife Watch - a roving gang of nature sleuths in and around Ely. All kids and families who want to discover and help protect Ely's wildlife are welcome. Feel free to join our Facebook group in support of Ely Wildlife Watch and/or come along to the events! Contact helen@moorehse.co.uk or look for Ely Wildlife Watch on Facebook https://www. facebook.com/groups/49771974577

WILDLIFE TRUST - ELY LOCAL GROUP

Discover more about nature both by exploring outdoors and by attending illustrated talks given by experts in their field. The group is run by enthusiastic local volunteers. It is not necessary to be a member of the Wildlife Trust to attend our events. See Wildlife Trust BCN website for more details. Will Burdett, 01353 661339, willburdett@ btinternet.com, see https://www.wildlifebcn.org/ ely-local-group

ELY WILDSPACE

Our vision is “To protect and enhance the Ely Wildspace environment for the benefit of wildlife and the local community.’ Our aims are to: Defend Ely Wildspace against harmful developments and strengthen its legal protection and status; Promote

the enjoyment of the Ely Wildspace environment, in participation with stakeholders, local people, local government and other organisations; Enhance the Ely Wildspace environment through integrated and effective conservation management, in participation with stakeholders, local people, local government and other organisations; Promote Ely Wildspace as a place of education, in participation with local schools and other educational bodies. Contact: lpcre@elywildspace.org.uk www.elywildspace.org.uk

WILLDERLAND FARM

We are a registered charity and care farm based just outside Haddenham, Cambridgeshire. We seek volunteers to help with animal care of our Boer goats and Shetland sheep, management of our habitats for turtle doves and great crested newts, to help grow produce in our community garden and orchard, as well as to support therapeutic visits for people with learning difficulties. Please get in touch: info@willderland.com / www.willderland.com

RELIGIOUS ORGANISATIONS

ELY BAHA’I COMMUNITY

Every 2nd Tuesday of the month at 7:30pm we host a virtual zoom meeting entitled “Meaningful Conversations” where we share principles and ideas from the Baha’i perspective on personal and social transformation to which everyone is welcome to join. Zoom ID: 837 3293 7000. A very warm and relaxed group trying to make a difference in our daily life and through acts of service contribute to the betterment of the world. For info Tel or Text: 07746 761 519, Email: elybahais@gmail.com

FB: Ely Baha’i Community https://www.facebook. com/Ely-Bahai-Community-734901983310678/

ELY CATHEDRAL

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

n Ely Cathedral - Mothers’ Union

The Mothers' Union is a Worldwide Christian Women-led organisation with over 4 million members around the world. We offer Christian fellowship and friendship to one another, and work to highlight issues and support for the vulnerable in society, locally and overseas.

Leader Gail Swanson:11yewtrees@gmail.com

Landline: 01353 661576

https://www.mothersunion.org/diocese/ely

n Ely Cathedral - Edward Bear Group

An informal Worship group for parents/carers and babies/ young children, with stories, songs and fellowship. We meet in Powchers hall, off the Cathedral South entrance, at 10.00 am on Fridays, in term-time. email:: jmw35n@gmail.com Phone: 07443598322

CHRISTCHURCH @ THE ISLE OF ELY SCHOOL

Loving God, Loving People. Everyone welcome. All generations discovering faith together.16:00 Tea and Cakes – 16:30 The service begins e: office@ stmarysely.org - LandLine: 01353 659550

https://www.christchurchely.org

COMMUNITY OF THE ISLE OF ELY AND THE FENS

A community — without walls or borders — of the Open Episcopal Church serving The Fens. We are open, accepting of all, affirming, non-judgmental, offering the sacraments to everyone with unconditional love. We meet everyone where they are, and love them as they are! Please get in touch for sacraments; all types of blessings, including houses, boats, etc; reconciliation and healing; life (and death!) celebrations, markers, and milestones, such as anniversaries, mixed and same-sex partnership blessings, renewal of vows, etc.

https://www.facebook.com/isleofelyandthefens email: FatherDavidGoode@gmail.com

COUNTESS FREE CHURCH

Seeking to Worship, Seeking to Serve - a vibrant community of people following Jesus welcomes you. We are on Chapel St. (opposite the Lighthouse) in Ely CB6 1AD Tel: 01353 662396 E: hello@countessely.co.uk For more info see: www.countessely.co.uk

n Sunday Mornings

We gather at 10.30 with groups for children & youth and all are very welcome

n Two by Two Parent n Toddler

Thursdays 9.30 - 11.00 (term time only) £2 per family. Babies and toddlers with their parents/carers enjoy time to play with different activities each week.

n Rich Tea Community Offering fun, faith and friendship for adults with learning disabilities plus any carers and friends. We meet once a month, usually on the third Sunday each month 3.30-5pm at Countess Free Church in Ely, for tea and biscuits, and activities including singing, Bible stories, craft and drama. To find out more call Cate on 07938187907 or see www.countessely.co.uk More happens across the city - see our website! ST ETHELDREDA’S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH

19 Egremont Street, Ely CB6 1AE

n SUNDAY MASS

Anticipatory Mass – Saturday, 6:30 pm Sunday - 9.00 am and 11.00 am

n WEEKDAY MASS

Times of Masses and other services are advertised in the church porch and on the parish website: www.elyrcchurch.com Contact Tel: 01353 662759 Parish Office email: priest@elyrcchurch.com

JUBILEE CHURCH ELY

Jubilee Church meets every Sunday morning at 10am at the Beet Club on Lynn Road for worship, teaching, children's work and fellowship. We also meet mid-week evenings in smaller groups. Part of the Relational Mission family of churches, Jubilee Church seeks to love God, love people and love Ely. email: office@jubileechurchely.co.uk Tel: 01353 664160. www.jubileechurchely.co.uk

THE LIGHTHOUSE FELLOWSHIP

n Junior Hangout

Fridays 16.30 – 18.00 (Term time only) £1.50 per child. School years 3 – 6. Crafts, activities, games, snack bar. Lighthouse Centre, 13 Lynn Road, Ely, CB7 4EG -info: 01353 662228 or info@luvely.org

n The Hangout

Fridays 19.30 – 21.00 (Term time only) Youth club for secondary school age.

Membership is £2.50. Session cost: £1.00 for members or £1.50 for non-members.

The Garage, Chapel Street

More info: 01353 662228 or info@luvely.org

n Little Ones

(Under one’s group) – Mondays 10.00-noon (term time only) £2 per parent. Parent and baby group. A safe space for new parents to relax and meet other new parents/guardians.

n Parent & Toddler group

Wednesdays 9.30-11.30 (term time only)

£1.50 per adult & £1.50 per child. An opportunity for parents and carers and little ones to enjoy a friendly & relaxed environment to chat and play.

n Sunday mornings 10am Church Service, we provide children & youth work throughout the morning for all ages.

n LuvEly Social Club (11.00 – 14.00)

This club is for our anyone over age 60 to come and join us for a time of friendship and a hot meal with bingo or a quiz. £6 per person. All at The Lighthouse Centre, 13 Lynn Road, Ely, CB7 4EG More info: 01353 662228 or info@luvely.org

n LuvEly Support in the community

LuvEly receives surplus food from local supermarkets which we make available for all in the community to collect during the week. Helping you to fill your fridge for free and reduce food waste.

n ROOM/VENUE HIRE

Lighthouse Centre has various size rooms available to hire. Please contact the office for prices and availability. One-off bookings or long-term. More info: 01353 662228 or info@lighthouse-ely.org

ELY METHODIST CHURCH

Chapel Street, Ely. Minister: Revd. Catherine Dixon on 01353 662426 https://www. elyandnewmarketmethodists.org.uk/ely.htm

ST MARY’S, CHURCH OF ENGLAND

n Every Sunday:

The eight15 – traditional service – 8.15am

The nine45 – intergenerational worship – 9.15am

The eleven15 – contemporary worship – 11.15am

Midweek Meetings:

n Monday

Under 1s, Parents and Carers - 10am

Monday Club for Seniors – 2.30pm 3rd Monday of the month

n Tuesday

Under 5s, Parents and Carers - 9.30am

n Wednesday

Warm Space - drop-in 9am – 12.30pm

Bereavement Café – drop in 10am – 12 noon last Wednesday of the month

Mothers’ Union – 2.15pm 2nd Wed of the month

n Thursday

Market Day Communion 9.30am

Market Day Coffee Morning 10.15am – 11.30am

Church Office email: office@stmarysely.org

Landline: 01353 659550 https://www.stmarysely.org/ https://www.facebook.com/StMarysEly

A church for all generations. Everyone welcome. www.stmarysely.org 01353 659 550

NEW CONNEXIONS @ HIGH BARNS

Larkfield Community Centre, High Barns, Ely CB7 4SB Website: newconnexionschurch.org.uk

Contact: Elder Russell Grief: russellgrief@ntlworld. com. Tel 01353 612200 Website: www.newconnexionschurch.org.uk

ST PETER-IN-ELY, CHURCH OF ENGLAND

Broad Street, Ely CB7 4BQ

Join us every Sunday morning at 9.30am for a sung celebration of the Holy Eucharist in the AngloCatholic style using traditional language, followed by refreshments in St Peter's House. All ages welcome. www.elystpeterschurch.co.uk

ELY QUAKER MEETING

Ely Quakers meet every Sunday at 10.30am for an hour of worship in silence and stillness. We offer a blended meeting format that allows participants to join either in person (in the Aedwen Room, Ely Museum) or online via Zoom. Visitors are warmly welcome: please contact us for more information or for the Zoom link. Contact: Sue Brock-Hollinshead Email: ely-clerk@cambridgeshire-quakers.org.uk

ELY AND DISTRICT SPIRITUALIST CHURCH

Located at Ely Museum, The Old Gaol, Market Street, Ely CB7 4LS. Free Parking available in the council offices. Every Thursday evening 19.1521.00. Healing 18.45 - 19.10. Come and join our inclusive like-minded group for connections, insights and an uplifting experience. Entry is free, funded by weekly raffle funds and a collection. Raffle

prizes are always welcome.For further information contact Elizabeth Burton 07769963850.

SOCIAL GROUPS

ELY ARMED FORCES & VETERANS DROP IN CENTRE

Meets at Ely Library every Thursday from 10:0013:00. Open to all members of the Armed Forces, Veterans and their dependents. We are a non profit making and volunteer run organisation. All our volunteers are ex military and are members of Ely Armed Forces & Veterans Breakfast Club. Please contact Les Wilson for any further information on 07950300122

ELY AND DISTRICT EX-ROUND TABLERS CLUB

For people formerly in Round Table, a social gathering to grow old gracefully.Meetings at Ely

The Prince Albert, Silver Street, Ely 7.00 for 7.30 on the 2nd Thursday of the month. Contact: Nigel Davies.01353 721037 e: njdavies1@aol.com

LGBT+ IN ELY & CAMBRIDGESHIRE

Email: lgbtqcambridgeshire@gmail.com https://www.facebook.com/LGBTEly https://www.facebook.com/LGBTCambridgeshire

ELY BRANCH ROYAL BRITISH LEGION

Become a member of the Royal British Legion family today and take pride in supporting all generations of the Armed Forces community. Membership starts from only £18 a year and is open to everyone. Join us today and, in return, you can then choose to hear the latest news, events and stories from inside our RBL magazine and e-newsletters. Brian Crabtree Tel: 07741 143605 http://counties.britishlegion.org.uk/branches/ely E-Mail: CityOfEly.secretary@rbl.community

ELY CITY WOMEN’S INSTITUTE

We meet at the Old Dispensary, St Mary’s Street, Ely, CB7 4ER on the second Monday of each month. 7.15pm for a 7.30pm start to approximately 9.45pm. We welcome new members to join us at any time of the year. To get in touch you can visit our website: https://wielycity.wixsite.com/home or find us on Facebook or Instagram (just search Ely City WI) or email elycitywi@yahoo.com

11th September: Guest speaker from Emmaus with a bring & buy sale and ‘trash to treasure’ competition 9th October: “A life of grime”, day in the life of an Environmental Health Officer with Reading Material Swap and best cleaning hack competition

ELY COMMUNITY LUNCHES

6th May Coronation Afternoon Tea. Join us on this momentous day and celebrate with an Afternoon Tea after the Coronation has been broadcast live in Ely Cathedral. If you’re unable to attend we are also offering Coronation Tea Party packs to be delivered, so that you can celebrate at home! Buy tickets £6

per person on: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/ elycommunitylunches or call 01353 662228.

ELY FAMILY GAMING

Ely Family Gaming is a group for light-hearted and sociable board gaming suitable for families in the area of Ely. We meet monthly, on the 2nd Saturday of each month, at Ely Library (meeting room) 12:30pm-3:30pm. Find out more either on Meetup (https://www.meetup.com/ely-family-gaming/) or Facebook (search groups for Ely Family Gaming).

ELY TUESDAY GROUP (LADIES)

We are a group of ladies who meet on the 3rd Tuesday of the month in The Old Dispensary, St Mary's Street. 10am for 10.30 starts. Invited guest speakers. If you are new to the city and looking for a friendly group, why not come along. Contact Leslie on 07946 020001 for info

ELY WOMEN’S CIRCLE

We are a support group for women who want to share from the heart and be witnessed by other women in love, support, acceptance and nonjudgement. We normally have a meditation, an activity and a sharing circle. We meet on the last Tuesday of the month from 7 30 to 9 30 pm at St Peter’s rooms on Broad Street. Find us on Facebook ‘Ely Women’s Circle’ or contact Louise at ldecaux@btinternet.com

ELY PROBUS

A club that provides regular meetings for semiretired and retired people at The Methodist Chapel 13-15 Chapel Street Ely CB6 1AD. From Chapel Street it is the side entrance or from town the gate in St Mary's Car Park. 15.09.23 Magnets for Health 03.10.23 Life as a OHAS Officer 17.10.23 Behind the Strone’s. New members are welcome to attend and if you have any questions please contact Peter Nancollis at:peterandjudy@nancollis.plus.com Full list of speakers available at:

https://www.probusonline.org/ely-and-district/ ELY & DISTRICT U3A

'Live, learn, laugh'. We are part of a national movement for people now long in full-time work providing the opportunity to share activities and knowledge. Ely has nearly 600 members! We have a vast range of groups that meet during the month, badminton to book groups, walking, crafts - there are so many! Also we have monthly meetings on a wide range of subjects, Countess Free Church, first Tuesday of the month at 2.30. New members and guests welcome. More information on our website.

SPORT & EXERCISE GROUPS ELY ARCHERS

A friendly and thriving archery club. We promote shooting socially, for fun and shooting seriously for tournaments. We are based in the Cathedral City of Ely, Cambridgeshire and we shoot bothindoors and outdoors (weather permitting).

Our qualified coaches are on hand regularly to help where needed and we run archery beginners' courses throughout the summer for newcomers to the sport. www.elyarchers.org.uk

General enquiries to: info@elyarchers.co.uk. or membership@elyarchers.org.uk

ELY HIGH BADMINTON CLUB

We meet at Ely College Sports Hall on Wednesday evenings. Contact: Ron Grant: ron.grant@ntlworld. com. Tel: 01353 610743

ELY VICTORIA BADMINTON CLUB

Contact: elyvicbad@gmail.com

www.facebook.com/elyvictoriaBadminton

www.badmintonely.co.uk /

Twitter @ElyVicBad

EAST CAMBS BASKET BALL CLUB

Contact: contact@eastcambsbasketball.co.uk

www.eastcambsbasketball.co.uk

ELY BEET SPORT & SOCIAL CLUB

Ely Beet Sports and Social Club is a Members Club, operating on a Not-for-Profit Basis, which hosts a variety of sports, offers a social facility as well as a private Members bar which is open 7 days a week. We have ample car parking facilities with dedicated disabled parking bays and we are also ideally located close to the City Centre. Tennis and Bowls are available. All courts / rinks must be booked in advance. Please see the notice board or contact the Manager for full details. Tel: 01353 666753 / 07376 404495. email: beetsecretary@gmail.com

http://www.elybeetclub.co.uk/

BENDING AND STRETCHING

Keep fit for the over 60s. Every Wednesday morning 10am-12noon at Centre 33, Barton Road Ely. email: margaret-briggs@ymail.com or phone:07745 504 877

CITY OF ELY BOWLS CLUB

www.cityofelybowlsclub.org.uk

Tel: 01353 665272

Email: cityofelybowlsclub@btconnect.com

CITY OF ELY CRICKET CLUB

www.cityofely.play-cricket.com

email: cityofely_cc@hotmail.com

OCTAGON CYCLING CLUB

We 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, triathletes, mountain bikers, and just about anybody who enjoys getting on a road bike.

email: octagoncyclingclub@gmail.com

www.octagoncycling.com

ELYSIAN RIDING FOR THE DISABLED GROUP

Elysian Riding for the Disabled have recently moved venues and are now at Old Tiger Stables (North Angle Farm Soham.) We offer riding therapy sessions to disabled children and meet on Tuesday mornings in term time. If you are interested in helping out by volunteering or fundraising please contact us via email:elysianrdagroup@gmail.com or telephone Ros James on 07845 198 551

ELY & DISTRICT CYCLING CLUB

Contact Cliff Loveday on 07823 338615

ELY CITY WOMEN FC

A friendly & welcoming team, offering weekly training, match opportunities and regular socials. Matches on the Demcom Stadium pitch / Competing in the Cambs Girls' & Women's League / Female coaches / Weekly training for all abilities - Mondays 7-8 / Creating a pathway for females

17+ to Vets / Partnered with Her Game Too. Please email for more details. e: elycitywomen@gmail.com

ELY

CITY GOLF CLUB

Contact: 01353 662751 www.elygolf.co.uk / email: info@elygolf.co.uk

HEALTHY YOU EAST CAMBS

A free lifestyle and signposting service offering advice and support to those wishing to be more active and to lead a healthier lifestyle. Sophie Dalpra: 01353 616348 Sophie.dalpra@eastcambs.gov.uk Facebook @HealthyYouEastCambs Ely City

HOCKEY CLUB

www.pitchero.com/clubs/elycityhockey

Tel: 07815 905288, Facebook: Ely City Hockey Club, Twitter: @ElyHockeyClub

ELY VIKINGS KORFBALL

Contact: http://www.elyvikings.com / elyvikings@ outlook.com

KEEP ACTIVE ELY

Every Thursday morning between 9am and 12pm at The Paradise Centre and is low cost exercise for over 50's and people returning to a healthy lifestyle. Badminton, T'ai Chi and Keep Fit to Music, 50 weeks a year for £4. A not for profit event. We would like to be included in the listings. For more info: faradena@yahoo.co.uk

LET'S RUN GIRLS ELY

We are a group for women that like to be active and we meet regularly on the Market Square Ely at 6.30pm. We offer different levels of activity, and different days of the week - details are on

our Facebook page (Let’s Run Girls Ely). We are working towards inspiring women to lead healthier, happier and more connected lives. email: letsrungirlsely@yahoo.com

web: www.letsrungirls.com

LITTLEPORT LIONS KORFBALL

Contact Andy on: andrewdunlop@hotmail.com, website: www.littleport-lions.co.uk

ELY TANG SOO DO MARTIAL ARTS CLUB

Contact: Mr Russell (instructor) on 07732746179 or email robertrussell_4@hotmail.co.uk

CITY OF ELY NETBALL CLUB

web: www.cityofelynetball.co.uk

email: elycity@hotmail.co.uk

ELY NETBALL CLUB

Offering netball to ladies (age 18+) on Wednesday evenings, at Witchford Village College 730-9pm and also Walking Netball sessions (adults) Tuesday evenings at Ely College. Get in contact for more information. email: elynetball@hotmail.co.uk https://elynetballclub.wixsite.com/elynetball

ELY ON PAR GOLF DRIVING RANGE LTD.

Downham Road, CB6 2SH

16 Bay flood-lit Driving Range & 9 Hole Golf Course. All players for the golf course must have their own golf clubs and golf bags. Everyone is welcome to come and give golf a go, Live Music, Charity Days & Monthly Golf Competitions.

Tel:01353 669192 Web:www.elydrivingrange.co.uk

Email: Meganonpar@aol.com

RAMBLERS WELLBEING WALKS

Cambridgeshire and Peterborough

Find a local Wellbeing Walk here: https://beta. ramblers.org.uk/go-walking/wellbeing-walks For more information or to find out about opportunities to volunteer, local coordinator: Sophie.dalpra@eastcambs.gov.uk

01353 616348 Facebook @HealthyYou EastCambs

ISLE OF ELY ROWING CLUB

Contact: chairman@elyrowingclub.org.uk

Web: http://www.elyrowingclub.org.uk/

RIDING AND SKATING ELY (R.A.S.E.)

Advocating for a new skatepark in Ely. Join RASE on Insta and Facebook. FB/Riding and skating Ely

ELY RUGBY CLUB

Contact email - playrugby4ely@gmail.com

Website - https://elytigers.rfu.club/

ELY RUNNERS

A welcoming and friendly club for runners of all abilities. We host regular Beginners Courses, plus various weekly training sessions, and lots of opportunity to race (cross-country, road and relay). Please visit www.elyrunners.co.uk or contact Lauren Thomas – secretary@elyrunners.co.uk – for further details.

ELY SAILING CLUB

www.elysailingclub.org

e: training.elysc@gmail.com

ELY TENNIS CLUB

We are a proudly not-for-profit, friendly club that is on a mission to make tennis available to all in Ely and the surrounding communities. We offer coaching for all levels and ages, social tennis and events, Cambs League team opportunities, and club championships. We are particularly focused on inclusivity, and have developed a programme that includes school outreach, walking tennis and disability awareness workshops. With new courts being planned, a new logo and a growing membership base, the future is very bright for Ely Tennis Club. Drop us a line at elytennisclub@ hotmail.com if you’d like to play some tennis.

ESC MODEL YACHT FLEET

Contact: ESC Model Yacht Fleet Captain on email: training.elysc@gmail.com Tel: 01353 626838

THE PARADISE CENTRE

The Paradise Centre consists of two main areas, the indoor sports centre and the outdoor recreational grass area. Includes fitness centre, gym, classes, courts and rooms for hire T: 01353 667580 E: admin@paradisecentre.co.uk http://www.paradisecentre.co.uk/

ELY SQUASH CLUB

Tel:01353 662156

www.elysquash.mycourts.co.uk

ELY TABLE TENNIS

CLUB

We hold weekly practice sessions at Ely College (Needhams Hall) every Monday from 7pm to 9pm. FREE taster session for new members. Further sessions pay as you go. Adults £5.00, Under 18’s £3.00. Annual membership - Adults £10, Under 18’s £5. One to one coaching available for everyone wanting to improve. All ages and abilities welcome to join the practice sessions and one of the clubs 8 league teams. Bats available to loan. For more information contact Karen Byford, Club Secretary, elytabletennis@gmail.com or visit www. elytabletennis.co.uk

ELY TRI CLUB

The Ely Tri Club Duathlon (formerly the Monster Racing Duathlon) is a great way for hibernating triathletes to rub their eyes, shake out the winter legs and kick off the race season in style! For all the latest updates please go to: https://www.elytriclub.co.uk/duathlon

TUJI TAEKWONDO

We are a not-for-profit community martial arts club. We cater for adults and children aged 4+, including family classes where children and parents can train together. Tuji Tigers is a special class for our

youngest members aged 4-6. We teach Olympicstyle taekwondo with sessions bringing together fitness, kick and strike techniques, sparring and self-defence. New members including complete beginners welcome.. Contact Lois Kim - info@ tujitaekwondo.org.uk / www.tujitaekwondo.org.uk

THE ELY WALKING GROUP

We are an informal group of like-minded walkers of all ages. We meet on alternate Sundays throughout the year, come rain or shine, to walk together and enjoy the fresh air and the company of others. The group has been walking, since 1985. Our proud boast is that it hasn't cost anyone a penny. There are no obligations to walk every fortnight, you simply turn up at the specified time & place if you wish to walk that day. If you wish to know more visit our website for more details and how to contact us. email: elywalkinggroup@gmail.com https://elywalkinggroup.wixsite.com/walks

SUPPORT & CARE GROUPS

AGE UK CAMBS 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. Tel: 0300 666 9860, FB: /AgeUKCAP e:informationservices@ageukcap.org.uk, www.ageukcap.org.uk

AL-ANON FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP

We are a support group for families of alcoholics. We have been meeting in Ely for 30 years. We meet every Monday at Centre 33 at 7.30pm. During these times we are meeting by zoom meetings. For details of the zoom meeting or for help and local contact numbers please call the helpline 0800 0086811. There are no fees for membership. email: al-anonuk.org.uk

ST MARY’S BEREAVEMENT CAFÉ

St Mary’s Church in Ely currently hosts a Bereavement Café on the last Wednesday of each month, where anyone who has suffered the loss of someone close to them either recently or longer ago is invited to drop in between 10am and 12 noon, have a free cup of tea or coffee and find a warm welcome and someone to chat to. Trained listeners will be on hand if needed, or just come and meet other people who are also trying to navigate their way through loss and grief – it can help to talk to those who have had similar experiences. The Café takes place in the church building on St Mary’s Street in Ely. All are welcome. Next Dates: 27 September, 25 October

CARING TOGETHER

Looking after someone? Caring Together offers a range of support for people looking after a family member or friend, including groups and activities for

you and the person you care for and information, advice and guidance to help you in your caring role. Come along to our carers hub on the first Thursday of the month from 10am – 12pm at the Paradise Centre, Newnham St, Ely. Call 0345 241 0954, email hello@caringtogether.org or visit our website, caringtogether.org

CRUSE BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT

Cruse Bereavement Support is a charity that has been providing bereavement support to people across the UK for over 60 years, predominately through face-to-face and group sessions. As well as telephone support, there is also helpful information on the Cruse website at: www.cruse.org.uk If you would like telephone bereavement support, please contact the Helpline on 01223 633536 (open 9.30am-1.30pm weekdays) or the National Helpline on 0808 8081677 (open 9.30-5pm weekdays with extended hours on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings until 8pm and Weekends 10am2pm). We also offer a facilitated bereavement support drop-in group, on the first and third Friday of the month from 1.30-3pm at the Methodist church rooms in Ely. Access is from Chapel Street through the door down the side of the church or through the blue gates at the back of St Mary’s Street car park. Please email cambridge@cruse.org.uk for any support or information. The service is free of charge and donations welcome.

SING! TOGETHER

A weekly singing and music-making group for people living with dementia and their carers, run by registered charity All In Sound. No experience needed, just come along to enjoy the singing and the music. Contact Kathryn Rowland on kathryn@ allinsound.co.uk or call 01353 662022. You can also see more on our website: www.allinsound.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 BABY BANK

We are a community project based in Fordham. We are open two mornings a week for you to browse our sheds which are packed full of all the baby items that you need up to 18 months.

78 Mildenhall Road, Fordham CB7 5NR.

Tel:07715 908024 E: thesofachurch@gmail.com

Opening times: Tues & Thurs 9.30-1pm

Our volunteers can deliver if you can't travel to our base. Donation drop offs are possible Monday

- Saturday. Please leave in the shelter at 78 Mildenhall Road, Fordham, Ely, CB7 5NR

We are very grateful for your support.

Donate online: https://uk.gofundme.com/f/ely-babybank/donate

www.elybabybank.com and find us on Facebook

EARTH

We are an Ely based charity, based at Larkfield in the High Barns area, providing horticultural experience and recreational activities for adults with learning difficulties. There is a small charge for the day. We operate on a Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. To find out more please call:07900 627796 on one of the above days.e: info@earthely.co.uk w: www.earthely.co.uk

ELY DEATH CAFÉ

At a Death Cafe people come together in a relaxed setting to openly talk about death. You set the agenda. All very welcome. Open to public & professionals. If you attend as a professional please leave your work hat at the door - we simply attend as people who will all die one day. Warning: feelings of relief, positivity and unexpected humour may occur. Free, booking essential: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/ely-death-cafeonline-30153110542 e: elydeathcafe@gmail.com

Facebook: Ely Death Café Twitter: @Ely_D_Cafe

FENPROBE TALKING NEWS

Fenprobe is a free service for blind or visually impaired residents in East Cambridgeshire. We offer a smart black audio player (free of charge) which runs on rechargeable batteries. The player has bright yellow buttons making it easier for those who are visually impaired to use. The news is delivered weekly, in the post again free of charge, on a USB stick. Volunteers read and record the news on a four-weekly rota. If you wish to sign up to this service, users need to register. You must be referred by a doctor, optician, or professional carer/ partner. If you know someone who has difficulty reading the local news and would benefit from this service, please contact: fenprobe1@outlook.com or via the website: fenprobe.exintra.net

ELY FOODBANK

Email:info@ely.foodbank.org.uk

www.ely.foodbank.org.uk T: 01353 468626

OASIS ELY CANCER HUB

Oasis Ely Cancer Hub is a new community spirited platform, which aims to signpost and connect people, to offer free practical help and provide well-being sessions and a positive place for anyone experiencing cancer in Ely and its surroundings. Oasis offers a calm environment in which those affected by cancer can rebuild confidence, improve their quality of life and find new skills and pastimes to build their resilience. We offer online and face to

face sessions (currently at the Ely St Mary’s Church Rooms on Fridays 10:00 to 11:30AM). Contact us for a program E: oasiselycancerhub@gmail.com; Tel. 07548 183888; https://www.facebook.com/ Oasis-Ely-Cancer-Hub-107167038300494

POSABILITY

PosAbility is a Cambridgeshire based charity offering chair-based and specialist exercises to people living with long-term neurological conditions including, but not limited to, Stroke, Parkinson’s, Multiple Sclerosis and Muscular Dystrophy and disabling conditions such as arthritis. We are always

Positive About Your Ability

www.posability.org/ E: admin@posability.org

Phone: 07565598193

RICH TEA COMMUNITY

Offering fun, faith and friendship for adults with learning disabilities plus any carers and friends. We meet once a month, usually on the third Sunday each month 3.30-5pm at Countess Free Church in Ely, for tea and biscuits, and activities including singing, Bible stories, craft and drama. To find out more call Cate on 07938187907 or see: www.countessely.co.uk

TMW ELY

A social group of performing arts for individuals with disabilites. Contact Suzie on 07739638817 email info@touchmyworld.co.uk.

www.touchmyworld.co.uk and find us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/ touchmyworld

VERSUS ARTHRITIS

A charity promoting self-management and online support groups and free physical activity sessions

Email: c.preston@versusarthritis.org

Phone: +447834418472

YOUNG PEOPLE’S SUPPORT

CENTRE 33 ELY DROP IN

Natalie Gildersleeve. natalieg@centre33.org.uk / www.centre33.org.uk Tel: 0333 4141 809

YOUTH ORGANISATIONS

GIRLGUIDING - ELY CITY DISTRICT

We are a uniformed youth organisation for girls aged 5-18. Through fun, friendship, challenge and adventure we empower girls to find their voice, inspiring them to discover the best in themselves and to make a positive difference in their community. We also are seeking more volunteers to help provide these opportunities. Contact: Alexa and Jenny - GGElyCity@gmail.com https://www.girlguiding.org.uk/

We stock everything from traditional board games, puzzles and dolls houses all the way through to the latest crazes like Bitzees, Dreamz Lego and Fidget Toys. Browse huge ranges of Sylvanian Families, Playmobil, Lego and Vtech. You could find anything from a skateboarding penguin to a life-sized giraffe! Give us a call, email us or message on Facebook, but better than that, come in and see for yourself!

The Giraffes can’t wait to meet you!