Elyi Magazine January 2018

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Ely i Magazine Reflecting the richness of Ely life

January 2018

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ELY MAYOR - 4 THE MAGNIFITASH 7 - 6 A NEW BOOK – 7 NEED STORAGE? - 8 A NEW KITCHEN? – 12 ENERGIE FITNESS - 25 HOLDING HANDS - 26 LETS GET MOVING - 27 FLAWLESS AT KINGS – 30 ELY COLLEGE - 31 BECKY FREWIN – 32 CAN EVERYONE SING? – 34 ELY/RIBE TWINNING – 37 DEAFBLIND UK – 37 ELY MALTINGS CINEMA - 51

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Deadline for the FEBRUARY 2018 issue 10th JANUARY 2017

We have had another great year, here at Elyi HQ. Madeleine and I will look back on 2017 as a year working on the Elyi that has been filled with some great new friends and experiences.

December has whizzed by in a blur and here we are about to welcome in 2018. I hope you had a fantastic festive season.

We certainly aren’t short of things to do and places to go here in Ely, are we? Not a day goes by without a concert, gig, exhibition or club social event taking place.

It is a good time to reflect on what has been achieved and make new plans for the year ahead. We’re pleased with how many businesses are using the magazine and we hear, both personally and via the delivery team, that people appreciate the magazine coming through their doors every month.

For 2018, we plan to develop our editorial content and diversity within the magazine as we do want to reflect the activities of all the different peoples in and around Ely. We will continue to promote good causes and feature aspects of established Ely culture and history, but we want to hear from anyone who has a story that will interest and inspire others. Don’t be shy!

We were particularly pleased to work along side other businesses, councillors, our friends at the Ely Standard and MetroRod on judging and sponsoring the Ely Hero Awards and look forward to publicising the event again this coming year.

We wish you a very happy New Year and look forward to meeting and serving even more of the Ely population in 2018! warmest wishes Bridget & Madeleine

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RICHARD HOBBS MAYOR OF ELY

Photographs: Mike Rouse/Ely Standard

A big thank you to all those volunteers who gave their time freely to make Ely a colourful and vibrant City over this Christmastime, especially the Christmas Lights team and the Traders for joining in. A team effort to make Ely the place to shop. And to everyone who turned up for the very cold switch-on. My appearance with the Stormtroopers is an experience I will never forget.

Over the last month we have experienced some wonderful concerts with the Military Wives and a week later the Band of the Household Cavalry together with the Morriston Orpheus Male Voice Choir from South Wales.

The market place was surrounded by runners in Christmas hats and festive outfits for the Arthur Rank Annual Charity Run, which raises money for this hospice. I was glad to start it rather than run it. Well done to all the runners!

I also attended the Awarding of GCSE Certificates to Year 11 at Ely College. The College goes from strength to strength with these results the best ever. I wish all the students good luck for the future in their chosen careers.

A Christingle Service in the Cathedral is a wonderful experience. With the Christingles lit and the Cathedral lights lowered singing “Away in a Manger” with children is a delight. Thank you The Children’s Society for this Annual Service.

Our Christmas preparations are now completed with the City of Ely Military Bands Christmas Concert. We always enjoy the festive flavour of this annual concert. Pat and I wish you all a Peaceful and Happy New Year, as we look forward to 2018 which will see the completion of the Southern Bypass, and the opening our the new 8-lane swimming pool and Sports Village. regards Richard

I visited the Lantern School with the organisers of Ely Firework Display to present Voluntary groups in the area with monies raised from this Community event, long may it continue.

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THE RIVERSIDE AT ELY A NEW BOOK BY PAMELA BLAKEMAN

It is 25 years since Pamela Blakeman’s major work on Ely’s history The Book of Ely was published and the Riverside at Ely, published

by Ely History Publications, she tells us at the age of 88, is likely to be her last.

The Riverside at Ely is obviously a labour of love from a historian who has contributed so much to our knowledge of our city.

Pamela was born on Broad Street and paints a wide ranging picture of the area all around her and the history alongside the River Ouse.

This is the most personal of her various histories, giving glimpses of her own life and recalling people and places she knew.

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Old Ely characters like Ted Appleyard, Sid Merry, Scotts the basket makers and the catches of local fishermen are recalled alongside the history of Babylon, the various bridges and the numerous, shops, businesses and pubs in the area, including the challenge to find where the Bridge public house was.

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There is the story of how Cecil Burrows saved another boy’s life and the misfortunes of some who were less lucky in the dark waters of the Ouse.

Pamela pays tribute to her mentor Reg Holmes, while drawing on some of his research, and to Ann Holton Krayenbuhl, both of whom contributed so much to our knowledge of Ely’s history. Many ‘riversiders’ have contributed their memories including Ann Powell, and in a fully illustrated book there is also recognition of that great Ely photographer Tom Bolton.

Annesdale Boat House, Tom Bolton photograph c.1910

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The Field Theatre Group are proud to announce that they have received National Lottery funding for the production of their brand new drama, Holding Hands.

Moving, blackly comic, and terrifying by turns, Holding Hands is a compelling exploration of the impact of dementia. A story for our time, it is also a testimony to the power of love in a disintegrating landscape. The lottery grant will enable The Field to create and tour the play to locations across Cambridgeshire and Norfolk during the summer of 2018.

Writer Deborah Curtis says: ‘I’m sure people may think, ‘’Oh, a play about dementia, that sounds incredibly dull and worthy. And not exactly a barrel of laughs, either. But as anyone who has had any experience of dementia will know, it is a rollercoaster condition. There are times of sadness and high drama interspersed with moments of absurd comedy, and occasionally real terror. When a loved one is afflicted by a mental illness, those who care for them are often left struggling to cope.

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It’s the desire for that control and understand that led me to work with the Estill model.

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that breaks down each individual part of the voice. Once the singer has independent control of the structures they are then able to make choices encouraging them to think more as an artist rather than just recreating what they have heard. It makes for a predictable and reliable instrument. It’s not just useful for the individual it’s useful for choirs and ensembles too.

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A SIXTY YEAR OLD FRIENDSHIP Many residents of our city might not realise that Ely and Ribe in Denmark can boast one of the longest established twin-town relationships.

Started in September 1956, when representatives of the then Ely Urban District Council, Ely Rotary and Ely Cathedral visited Ribe in West Jutland – Denmark’s Oldest Town - this special relationship has continued to flourish. Initially an activity for those who could afford the relatively high costs of travel across the North Sea, the link became more accessible to all with the advent of low-cost flights to Denmark in the early 1990s. Now Denmark is a short 90-minute flight away, via Stansted Airport.

The twinning is now promoted by the Ely-Ribe Association and its equivalent in Ribe. Its role is to encourage opportunities for like-minded individuals and organisations in the two cities to meet and hopefully form lasting friendships. Many people are pleasantly surprised at the similarities between the Danes and ourselves – our sense of humour, community spirit and our views on the world in general – and there is a great deal to be learned by experiencing life in another country at first hand.

Our members are regularly hosted by Ribe families during visits to Denmark, and we offer the same facility to Danes visiting Ely. Recently, choirs have got together to arrange concerts at each others’ home venues and we are now working with various

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sports clubs in Ely to establish contacts with their equivalents in Ribe.

Such a long standing relationship is worth celebrating, and to mark the 50th anniversary of the twinning in 2006, our association commissioned the Ely-Ribe Tapestry, which is now on permanent display in the foyer of The Maltings at Ely’s Riverside.

For the 60th anniversary, commemorative events were held in both Ely and Ribe.

There is a bright future for the twinning, according to Association Chairman Howard McMillan. “Our ties are now stronger than ever and our members continue to benefit from many lasting friendships with people in our twin town. We look forward to welcoming a party from Ribe who will be attending the Cathedral Flower Festival in June next year, and any groups or individuals who would like be a part of our activities are very welcome to join us.”

Howard can be contacted on 01353 667949 or by e-mail at elyribe.association@ntlworld.com Find out more about the history of the twinning and the Ely-Ribe Tapestry at: www.elyribe-tapestry.co.uk

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

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WHAT DO YOU DO IF YOU NOTICE YOUR SIGHT AND HEARING ARE GETTING WORSE? Thousands of people in the UK are living with combined sight and hearing loss. But how can you tell whether you or someone you know has sight and hearing loss and what you should do about it.

Christine Hardy, Advocacy, Rights and Awareness Manager at Deafblind UK said: “Early signs of sight and hearing loss are not always as obvious as you think. Sometimes people may leave post unopened or become more hesitant to go out and about.

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women and children and think that other people are mumbling.If you notice a drop in hearing, visit your GP who may refer you to an audiologist.”

If you recognise any of these signs in people you know, there are lots of small things you can do to make a big difference to their lives; from adjusting room lighting to using 3D stickers around the house.

To understand more about sight and hearing loss, or to find out what support is available locally, contact Deafblind UK on 0800 132320 or info@deafblind.org.uk or visit www.deafblind.org.uk Next Meeting 6thFeb at Saxongate, Huntingdon

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ELY CAMRA CONTACTS www.elycamrabeerfest.com Winter Beer Fest Facebook Page

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

https://www.facebook.com/

Friday 26th 10:30-22:00 ; Saturday 27th 10:30-20:00

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Admission : £2 / FREE to CAMRA members with a valid membership card

twitter @ElyBeerFestival

ELY WALKING GROUP Sunday 7th January a local walk with Chris and Jenny.. Our Annual dinner Friday 12th January, The Almonry, ElySunday 21st January a Wicken Walk. The walks tend to be about 6 -7 miles.

Please come and join us.

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

Ely City W.I. January 8th - History of sweets talk given by Mr Simm’s Sweetshop. Competition:- How many sweets in the jar?

The Old Dispensary, 13 St Mary’s Street, Ely, Cambs, CB7 4ER - 7.30 pm to approx 9.45 pm, (feel free to turn up from 7.15 pm onwards) www: http://wielycity.wixsite.com/home Facebook: ElyCityWI Email: ruth.g.sindall@btconnect.com 38 | Elyi Magazine | www.elyimagazine.com

Food Available All Sessions

For more information visit: www.elycamrabeerfest.com email: elysianbf@ely-camra.org.uk twitter: @ElyBeerFestival

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

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

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

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

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

Our next talk is: Monday 15th January 2018 Wayne Cocroft How the Cold War Became Heritage Historic England It is now over 25 years since the fall of the Berlin Wall and the subsequent demise of the communist regimes that had dominated Eastern Europe for over 40 years. This abrupt end to a political reality that had defined world politics for a generation led to a massive drawdown of military forces and an expectation of a ‘Peace Dividend’. In the United Kingdom many hundreds of defence sites ranging from large airfields to small monitoring posts were closed and placed on the open market. The number of sites being released appeared to be

overwhelming, but also presented a unique opportunity to safeguard key sites that reflected our national experience of this period of recent history. Drawing on examples from the United Kingdom, Europe, and the United States, this talk will explore how the most significant Cold War sites were selected for protection and how they are now being conserved and presented.

Wayne Cocroft is an archaeologist and Manager of Historic England’s Investigation East team based in Cambridge. For over 25 years he has specialised in the archaeological recording and assessment of redundant military sites.

The talk is at 8.00 pm in the Methodist Church Hall, Ely. Entry is via the gate at the rear of St Mary’s Street Car Park, Ely ADMISSION: Visitors £2.50 – Members free.

Want to know more phone?

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

Ely & District Archaeological Society

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

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

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

Want to know more phone 01353 669326

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

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

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

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

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

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

Membership: membership@elyarchers.org.uk

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Cambridgeshire Invisible Illness Support ( CAMBSIIS) Wednesday 31st January. Free entry, free refreshments The Old Dispensary, St Mary’s Street, Ely 6pm Want 2018 to be the year you improve? Time to look at moving a little bit more, getting a bit more active, to help our health and well-being. We are aware this is daunting when you have chronic illness but that’s where Steve Morley comes in! Steve Morley from IfNotMe Inclusion Coaching Ltd coming to do a session about inclusive activities – whether you have chronic pain and can’t bend, or you are in a wheelchair, or you can’t stand or sit for too long, Steve will help you find some kind of activity to try, to get you more active.

We will be meeting monthly for support and information at The Old Dispensary on St Mary’s Street 6pm.

Email: info@cambsiis.co.uk / Phone: 07793671728

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

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

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

Ely & Dist’ Caravan & Camping Club Bring your caravan or motor home for a weekend away with your local Camping Club.

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

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

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

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

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Ely & District Cats Protection

Ely City Church

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

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

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

Hot and cold refreshment provided.

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

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

Churches Together in Ely New Connexions @ High Barns The Theatre, St Mary’s School, High Barns, Ely. www.newconnexionschurch.org.uk The Countess Free Church Chapel Street, Ely. Tel: 01353 662396 www.countessely.co.uk Ely Methodist Church Chapel Street, Ely. Tel: 01353 662426 www.elyandnewmarket.com St Mary’s Church of England St Mary’s Street, Ely. Tel: 01353 659550 Christ Church North Ely held at Isle of Ely School Tel: 01353 659550 www.stmarysely.org St Peter’s Church of England Broad Street, Ely. www.elystpeterschurch.co.uk St Etheldreda’s Catholic Church Egremont Street, Ely. Tel: 01353 662759 The Lighthouse Fellowship Lynn Road, Ely. Tel: 01353 662228 www.lighthouse-ely.org Ely City Church (Formerly The Olive Tree) Tel: 01353 662172 www.elycitychurch.co.uk Ely Cathedral The College, Ely. Tel: 01353 667735 www.elycathedral.org

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

Tel: 07970 956401 / E:chairman@elychoralsociety.org Website: www.elychoralsociety.org

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

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

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

Email: info@elyconsort.org.uk

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

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

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

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

City of Ely Cricket Club

Ely for Europe

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

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

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

Ely & District Cycling Club For more information, to book a place or to reserve a bicycle please contact Cliff Loveday on 07823 338615

Cambridge Cruse Bereavement Care.

Ely English Language Cafe

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

Contact Mary on 01353 659314 Cambridge Cruse 01223 302662

The Order of St Etheldreda

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Contact: Angela Jones 01353 665810

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

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

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

Entry is free, with donations to support running costs.

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

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Ely Film Society

Friends of Jubilee Gardens

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

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

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

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

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

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

Ely Flower Club Start time 7.15pm Venue: Needhams Hall, Ely College, Downham Road, Ely. Come along and enjoy an evening filled with flowers and meet new friends. Entrance: Visitors £5.00 Members £2.00 (incl. tea/coffee & mince pies) Further info: Margaret Dooling 01353 610436 elyflowerclub@hotmail.co.uk

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

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

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

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

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

Contact: Nigel Davies.01353 721037 or njdavies1@aol.com

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

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

Tel: 07775503595

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

Facebook/ Georgette Heyer Book Club - Ely

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

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

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

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

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

Ely & District Horticultural Society Membership is open to anyone with an interest in Gardening or Horticulture. The STORES is open on: Monday evenings from 6.30pm till 8.00pm. Saturday mornings from 10am till midday. Membership is £8.00 per

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year and gives a 10% discount on all STORES prices. The society is run by volunteers. New Members, Committee Members and any volunteers are always welcome.

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

LGBT+ in Ely & Cambridgeshire

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

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

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

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

Ely City Hockey Club

The Lions Club of Littleport

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

Make a difference to your community and join a club.

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

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

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

Ely Humanists

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

For events please go to: www.cambridgeshire.net

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

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

Booking preferred.

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

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

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

Tel: 01353 664472

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Littleport Lions Korfball

Mothers’ Union St Mary’s Church Ely

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Afternoon tea and cakes are served at every meeting.

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

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

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

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The Friends of Ely Museum.

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

Cost of meetings £2.50

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

For more information:01353 656959 www.parisianswing.com

Isle of Ely Philatelic Society

Ely & District Model Railway Club

We extend a warm welcome to all stamp collectors.

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

Visitors are welcome at all our meetings.

We do hope that you will join us!

For info. please contact 01354 659358

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

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

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

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

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

Nick Bowman Tel: 01353 664085

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Further details Ian Robertson, Chairman, 01353 658300

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

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

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

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

Ely-Ribe Association Our Association exists to promote the 60-year old twinning arrangement between Ely and Ribe. We have a programme of social events through the year and participate in annual twin town events with the corresponding association in Ribe. The next major event will take place in June 2018, when a group from Ribe will visit us for the Cathedral Flower Festival. We also help groups or societies from Ely to make contact with their equivalent organisations in Ribe. Our next major event will be in June 2018, when a party from Ribe will visit Ely for the Cathedral Flower Festival. Membership costs just £10 a year, and many of our group have made lasting friendships as a result. If you would like to join us, or are interested in making contact with like-minded people in Denmark, give us a call! e-mail: elyribe.association@ntlworld.com Chairman: Howard McMillan Tel: 01353 667949

Ely and Littleport Riot January - 13th January, Whittlesea Straw Bear – We will be dancing at various spots through the town along with many other Morris and Molly sides.

We are a women’s Morris side based in Ely. If you would like to join us or book us for an event please get in touch or come along to Centre E in Barton Road where we practice from 8pm on Friday evenings. (See email address below) We perform at various evens around the area including St George’s Day in March, St Neot’s Day of Dance and Ely Folk Festival.

Email: contact@elriot.co.uk Website:http//www.elriot.co.uk

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Rocking Ukuleles of Ely

Ely Runners

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

Tues & Thurs 7pm Paradise Centre.

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

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

We’re on Facebook and Twitter too!

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Ely Branch Royal British Legion

Ely Sinfonia

Mon 12th February, Mon 9th April, Mon 18th June, Mon 16th July, Mon 13th August, Mon 22nd October (AGM), Mon 17th December.All meetings are held at 1930hrs in the Town House, 60-64, Market Street, Ely, CB7 4LS. New members always welcome. For further information please contact Brian Crabtree on: Tel: 07533 593848 E-Mail: CityOfEly.secretary@rbl.community

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

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

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

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

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Sit & Sew at Sew Much to Do Every Wednesday 6-9.00pm £3/session we share ideas, help and support each other, and have a lot of fun along the way! Sew Much To Do, 7 High Street Passage, Ely Tel: 01353 664000

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

For further details please contact Elizabeth on 07769963850

Ely Squash Club

Sugar in the Isle

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

More info from www.elytennisclub.co.uk.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Any queries, please contact Sarah Ruff: 01353 614495

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The Ely Walking Group Please come and join us.

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

varied and interesting programme that includes speakers, demonstrations and visits out. for info contact: 01353 860653 or 01353 699231 elynorthwoldwi@btinternet.com

Walking Netball

Ely Guild of Woodturners

‘Let’s Get Moving East Cambridgeshire’ brings you Walking Netball. This slowed down version of Netball is the perfect way to get out and active, whether you have never played Netball before or you haven’t played it for a while. Walking Netball is for women of all ages and abilities. Anyone looking to exercise in a relaxed, supportive fun and friendly environment should consider this new activity. The new sessions run on Wednesday’s at Littleport Leisure Centre 7pm - 8pm.

Your first session is free of charge and then future sessions will cost £4.

For more information contact Sophie Edwards, or call 01353 616348

Ely W.E.A.

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

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

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

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

Ely City Women’s Institute January 8th - History of sweets talk given by Mr Simm’s Sweetshop.

Competition:- How many sweets in the jar?

The Old Dispensary, 13 St Mary’s Street, Ely, Cambs, CB7 4ER - 2nd Monday of each month, Time: 7.30 pm to approximately 9.45 pm, (feel free to turn up from 7.15 pm onwards) We welcome new members to join us at any point in the year. Please contact us via any of the following methods: Website: http://wielycity.wixsite.com/home Email: ruth.g.sindall@btconnect.com Find us on Facebook: Ely City WI,

Ely Northwold Women’s Institute December: Christmas party We meet every second Wednesday in the month at 7.15pm in the Ely Cathedral Learning Centre, Palace Green , Ely, CB6 4EW apart from January when we have a post Christmas meal at a local venue. We have a

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Ely Youth Choir Ely Youth Choir is a mixed choir for the 13 to 19 agegroup meets at St Mary’s Church Hall, St Mary’s Street, Ely, CB74HF, from 6.00-7.00 pm on Monday evenings in term time. No fees are charged and there is no audition to join.

Conductor Andrew Parnell.

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

ELY CINEMA JAN 18

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

Film ticket prices: Evenings: £7/£6 Matinee: £6.50/£5.50 (£1 discount for members)

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

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

You can buy advance tickets from:

Wednesday 17 January : 7.30pm · 91 mins

Loving Vincent (12A)

Back by popular demand - thousands of oil paintings commissioned from scores of artists, transform van Gogh’s famous works of art into a hypnotic and beguiling cartoon. Suicide theme, infrequent moderate sex, injury detail.

Thursday 18 January : 3pm · 112 mins

Victoria & Abdul (PG)

Market day matinee of this lavish, period drama oozing with wit and charm, Victoria And Abdul tells the extraordinary true story of one of the unlikeliest friendships in history. Special tea & cake offer from the Maltings.

Thursday 18 January : 7.30pm · 106 mins

Film Stars Don’t Die In Liverpool (15) Endearing retelling of the real-life romance between a struggling young actor and Oscar-winner Gloria Grahame. The onset of illness leads her to reach out to her former flame in Liverpool. Strong language.

Saturday 20 January : 3pm · 101 mins

Paddington 2 (PG)

Yes we have a Saturday screening, with special offers from the Maltings bar! Everyone’s favourite accident-prone bear from darkest Peru returns with a second helping of his endearing brand of good-natured mischief.

Saturday 20 January : 7.30pm · 114 mins

Murder On The Orient Express (12A)

Box Office, Babylon Gallery, Waterside, Ely. Tel: 01353 616991 (Mon – Fri 10am – 4pm). Burrows Bookshop, High Street Passage, Ely (Mon – Sat 9.30am-5pm, cash/ cheque only). From the cinema half hour before the film starts. (cash/ cheque/credit card).

Agatha Christie’s suspenseful ‘whodunit’ tells the story of thirteen stranded strangers on a train and Poirot’s race to solve a murder before the killer strikes again. Moderate violence, occasional bloody images.

Ely Cinema is run by Babylon ARTS.

Sunday 21 January : 7.30pm · 114 mins

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

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

Sunday 21 January : 2pm

Royal Opera House: Rigoletto (opera) The corruption of innocence is at the heart of Verdi’s potent tragedy in David McVicar’s production for the ROH. When the Duke seduces Rigoletto’s daughter Gilda, it seems a curse is taking effect…

Murder On The Orient Express (12A) See above. All star cast including Kenneth Branagh, Penélope Cruz, Willem Dafoe, Judi Dench, Derek Jacobi, Johnny Depp, Michelle Pfeiffer and Daisy Ridley. Moderate violence, occasional bloody images.

Monday 29 January : 7.30pm · 121 mins

Battle of the Sexes (12A)

In 1973 around 90 million people watched women’s tennis champion Billie Jean King take on self-proclaimed ‘male chauvinist pig’ Bobby Riggs in a winner-takes-all match. Infrequent, moderate sex.

Tuesday 30 January : 7.30pm · 113 mins

Wonder (PG)

Auggie Pullman is a young boy born with a facial deformity who tries to fit in at a new school after years of home tuition. Auggie is determined to persuade his taunting schoolmates that beauty is more than skin deep.

Babylon ARTS (operated by ADEC).

Registered Charity No. 1043197.

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