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Mmmmm where’s a nice place to go on Sunday afternoon? Ely! says Tracey Harding

Just an hour from Deeping, the cathedral known as the’ ship of the Fens’ can be seen long before you arrive. Famous for its sensational octagonal tower, or lantern, the town grew up around this magnificent building. Enjoy the bustling atmosphere around the waterfront, mooch in the antique shops and seek out references to the town’s most famous son, Oliver Cromwell. Take in the views across the River Ouse while having afternoon tea, walk the Eel Trail and soak in the atmosphere. Find out more visit www.visitely.org.uk

The Deepings most glittering event in the social calendar is the Summer Ball held at the Deepings Sports & Social Club in a beautifully dressed marquee on Saturday June 27th. Now in its fourth year, the Ball is in special recognition of Norman Fowler and Haydon Whitham, proceeds to Parkinsons UK Bourne and the British Heart Foundation in placing a defibrillator in Market Deeping town centre for all to have access to. Dancing to music by Funk Soul Brother, Will Silver will be singing during dinner, following a Live & Silent Auction, Tombola and Stand Up Bingo. Tickets are £50 each, available from Sharon 07523 861289 or Kevin 07515 261000 Email: spaul128@ btinternet.com Facebook: deeping sports and social club charity summer ball

The Summer Ball

One of the top photographic clubs in the North East Midlands, Deeping Camera Club are celebrating their 30th anniversary with a ‘Day of Photography’. This will take place at the Deepings School on Sunday 24th May 10 am-4.00pm when three nationally recognised speakers will give presentations; Leigh Preston, Jane Goodall and Ray Bramall. Tickets are £10 each incl. tea and coffee from Mary Trumble 423500. Enjoy a fascinating day of excellent images, lively lectures, meet members of the club, see their work and be inspired by some of the best photographers around!

Easton Walled Gardens Photography Competition

Capture the Essence of Summer with a photograph and enter a competition being held by Easton Walled Gardens and you may win £500!

A judging panel consisting of the great and the good of the gardening world, will cast their eye over the following categories: The Essence of Summer, Roses & Sweet Peas, Easton Walled Gardens, Summer Life, A Garden Landscape, Under 18. Send entries to photos@eastonwalledgardens.co.uk by 30th September.

Plant Sale Priory Church Hall & Gardens

The Priory Church Mission Committee are holding a sale on Sat, June 6th. 10 am- 4.00 pm Plants & seedlings for sale. Donations of plants welcome. Expert advice on hand. Light refreshments will be served. All proceeds to the Mission Committee for distribution to good causes.

Accompanied by music from Fresh Ayre, Priory Church, Sunday 7th June at 3.00 pm . Tickets £6.00 to include afternoon tea. Available from Victoria Worthington 343860

Sacred Spaces an illustrated talk by Sonia Marshall

Vine House Farm Walks

16 May, 13 June, 8 & 15 August - 10.00 am

Strawberry Fayre & The Rose & Sweet Pea Show

Saturday June 20th & 27th respectively 1.00 - 4.00 pm Catholic Church Gardens Hereward Way and Priory Church Hall Gardens, Church St., Deeping St James. Colourful fund raising events, the latter combines the traditional country garden fete with a horticultural show. www.dsj.org.uk/

The WI is as a vital a part of the community in DSJ as it was 100 years ago when it was formed - learn more about the history of the group over a cup of tea and a delicious piece of cake!

Celebrate 100 years of the WI