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Informal Vehicle Show & Engine Run – Prickwillow Museum
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Engines, classics and a friendly village vibe at Prickwillow on Sunday 31 August, 12pm – 4pm. Watch the big pumps roar into life and admire visiting vehicles. A lovely one for enthusiasts and curious kids alike. Museum admission applies.
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Late Summer in Tuscany – The Yard by Silver Oak
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Friday 29 August, 6pm – 9pm. Expect elegant Italian wines, a buffet-style feast. Live entertainment in a beautifully transformed garden setting. Golden-hour charm and rustic romance. Dress to impress; tickets are £41.50.
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Bowie by Candlelight – Ely Cathedral
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Candlelight classics as the ‘David Live’ tribute brings Bowie’s greatest hits to the nave on Friday 29 August, 7:30pm. Expect ‘Let’s Dance’, ‘Starman’, ‘Life on Mars’ and more, with a licensed bar to set the mood. Tickets required. Book early, these evenings usually sell fast.
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Bank Holiday Monday Market in Ely Market Place
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Loads of street food, artisan bakes, vintage stalls and family fun galore fill the Market Place on Monday 25 August, 9am – 4pm. It’s a special bank holiday edition with a buzzy, relaxed feel – ideal for grazing, browsing and bumping into friends. Bring big bags and come hungry. Free Entry.
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Boogie Nights: Ultimate 80s, 90s & 00s Party at The Maltings
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Big nostalgia night. Dance beside the river on Saturday 23 August, 8pm – 12:30am. Smash Hits pop, club classics, R&B and 00s floor-fillers, plus themed inflatables and glow sticks. Advance £8.50 / Group (4) £30 / On the door £11. Book ahead and line up a taxi home.
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Heather Small – Ely Cathedral
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British soul singer Heather Small (The Voice of M People) will perform live with her full band inside the stunning Ely Cathedral on Saturday 16 August. Doors open at 7pm with Heather taking the stage at 8:50pm. Expect an unforgettable evening of soul classics in a seated venue with a fully stocked bar. Tickets…
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Epic Tales! Creative Writing Workshop for Children – Ely Museum
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Budding young writers can join storyteller and author Chip Colquhoun for this lively session on Friday 15 August from 10:30am – 12:30pm. With heroes from Cambridgeshire folklore as inspiration, children aged 8–12 will learn the secrets of great storytelling in a fun, supportive environment. Tickets are £15 and include free museum admission for one…
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Tick Tock Croc – Ely Museum
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A delightful children’s craft workshop inspired by Peter Pan, perfect for little hands and big imaginations. Suitable for ages 8–11, this creative session guides children through making their very own moving, snapping Tick Tock Crocodile. Join the fun on Thursday 14 August from 10:30am – 12:30pm. Tickets are £9 per child, including materials; accompanying…
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Dinosaur Invasion & Fun Dig – The Beach at Ben’s Yard
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Prehistoric giants stomp onto the sand at The Beach on Saturday 9 August, 11am – 4pm. Walk among life size dinosaurs, join a fossil digging adventure and snap photos with a T‑Rex. The experience is free with your beach entry fee, so grab a bucket and spade for a Jurassic day by the lake.…
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North American Whisky Tasting – The Yard
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Sample five distinctive whiskies from the USA and Canada at The Yard on Friday 8 August from 6:30pm. The expert‑led tasting introduces bourbon, rye and lesser‑known spirits, paired with nibbles. At £32.50 per person, it’s perfect for whisky lovers wanting to widen their palate. Numbers are limited, so book early and savour the journey.