Threads through the Bible The textile exhibition, depicting stories from the Bible, which has taken 10 years to stitch, is on display at Ely Cathedral.‘Threads through the Bible’ is an astonishing and visually inspiring exhibition of textile art and possibly the largest ever of its kind created by a single…

Ely Runners meet for training every Tuesday and Thursday evening at 7pm and most Sundays at 9am outside the Paradise Centre, Ely. Evening training runs are varied and enjoyable, with two all-ability training groups on a Tuesday and three on a Thursday. Ely Runners was formed in 1985 and now has over…

Miniature Kingdoms Ltd. in Ely is a tabletop wargaming shop offering a wide range of miniatures, terrain, paints, brushes, and rulebooks. It’s located at 10 St Thomas’ Place, Ely, CB7 4EX, and you can reach them at 07851 295897 https://miniaturekingdoms.co.uk/ Welcome to Miniature Kingdoms, a local East Anglia store for…

A stunning opera performance at Ely Cathedral, featuring famous arias and overtures. ‘Friday, May 30 · 7:30 – 10pm Ely Cathedral Ely CB7 4DL Join us for a Night at the Opera, where each piece is a precious gem, meticulously chosen to showcase the depth and diversity of the operatic…

The Cambridgeshire Community Lottery has been launched as a new fundraising initiative to support local good causes. Managed by Gatherwell, a leading lottery management company, the lottery allows participants to buy tickets online for £1 each, with a chance to win prizes ranging from £25 to £25,000. A generous 60%…

The Ely Eel Festival 2025 was a huge success, with over 7,000 attendees enjoying the three-day celebration. This year’s festival had a special VE Day 80th anniversary theme, with the High Street adorned in VE bunting for the annual parade. The Eel Parade was led by Fred Duffield’s WW2 jeeps,…

Burrows Newsagent, a beloved family-run shop in Ely, has closed its doors after 125 years of service. Founded in 1899 by James Frederick Burrows, the shop became a cornerstone of the community, passed down through four generations of the Burrows family. Owner Jeff Burrows, who took over in 1973, decided…

65 Waterside, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB7 4AUE: peacockstea@fastmail.co.ukT: 01353 661 100Fine B&BE: peacockbookings65@gmail.comT: 07900 666 161 (B&B only)Opening Times Wed – Sun 10.30am – 5.00pm | Last Orders 4.30pm | Tearoom Closes 5pmClosed Monday and Tuesday except Bank Holidays. Peacocks Tearoom is a charming tearoom located in a classic stone cottage…