Analysis by Unicef UK suggests that the NHS could save millions of pounds if women breastfed for longer, due to the health benefits for mother and baby.
The figures suggest £11m could be saved each year by preventing infections, and £31m could be saved by reducing the cases of breast cancer.
The researchers said it was important to note that the findings didn't depend on persuading more women to breastfeed, but supporting those already breastfeeding to do so for longer.
Rosemary Dodds, senior policy adviser at the charity NCT and co-author of the study, said there had been enormous improvements in the past 20 years in increasing rates of breastfeeding for newborns but support in the community for women to breastfeed longer was lacking and the government had failed to lead on the issue.
Read more.
Sunday, December 7, 2014
Thursday, December 4, 2014
Foetal alcohol syndrome case dismissed by Court of Appeal
Our previous post mentioned a case being brought by a council in the North West of England because a child was born with foetal alcohol syndrome after the mother drank heavily during pregnancy.
The child is now in care after being born with severe brain damage, and lawyers for the council argued that the mother had poisoned her foetus.
Appeal judges have ruled that the mother had not committed a criminal offence.
Read more here.
Tuesday, November 4, 2014
Calls for stronger warnings about drinking during pregnancy
From the BBC website:
Campaigners and doctors are calling for stronger warnings about drinking during pregnancy, ahead of a legal test case on foetal alcohol syndrome.
The case will decide if a child born with serious disabilities caused by her mother's alcohol consumption should be compensated as a victim of crime.
Some estimates suggest thousands are born every year in the UK with serious health defects caused by alcohol.
Senior health officials have said there are mixed messages on the issue.
Read more.
Campaigners and doctors are calling for stronger warnings about drinking during pregnancy, ahead of a legal test case on foetal alcohol syndrome.
The case will decide if a child born with serious disabilities caused by her mother's alcohol consumption should be compensated as a victim of crime.
Some estimates suggest thousands are born every year in the UK with serious health defects caused by alcohol.
Senior health officials have said there are mixed messages on the issue.
Read more.
Wednesday, October 1, 2014
What's on: Branch events October 2014
Bumps, Babies and Beyond
Friday, 3rd October
10.00-11.30am
Methodist Church HallChapel Street
Ely
(Map)
FREE ENTRY including refreshments and home-made cakes.
This month the Library service will be here talking about what's available for babies and young children and giving a taster session of their rhymetime and storytime groups run in libraries in the area.
Open Houses
Everyone is welcome to pop in for tea, chat and toys. Look out for the Facebook event each week or email us for addresses.
Thursday 9th October 10-11.30
At Emma's house in Ely
Thursday 16th October 1.30-3.30pm
At Sarah's house in Ely
Thursday 23rd October 1-3pm
At Sian's house in Soham
Sunday, August 24, 2014
What's On - Summer Holidays (final part)
Monday 25 August
Fenland Country Fair, 9.00-5.30pm
http://www.fenlandfairs.com/
Ely Cathedral Summer Holiday Drop-In Sessions, 10.00am-12.00noon
http://visitely.eastcambs.gov.uk/events/ely-cathedral-summer-holiday-drop-sessions
Ely Country Park: Active Summer Holidays (Parents and Children aged 6-12), 1.00-2.00pm
http://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sports/active-ely
Twenty Pence Garden Centre, Wilburton: Punch and Judy Show, 2.00pm
http://www.twentypence.co.uk/events.htm
Denny Abbey: Medieval Life at Denny
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/wicken-fen/things-to-see-and-do/events/
Anglesey Abbey: Summer Family Fun, 10.30am-5.30pm
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/anglesey-abbey/things-to-see-and-do/events/
Welney WWT: Summer Holiday Activities, 9.30am-5.00pm
http://www.wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/welney/whats-on/2014/07/24/summer-holiday-activities/
Shepreth Wildlife Park: Hedgehog Day, events start from 12.00noon
https://sheprethwildlifepark.co.uk/Html/index.php/2-uncategorised/72-events
Tuesday 26 August
Ely Paradise Centre: Trampolining, various times, Ages 5+, booking advisable
For information, see children’s summer activity leaflet at Paradise Centre Reception
Wicken Fen: Pond Dipping and Minibeast Hunt, 10.30-11.15am, 11.15am-12.00noon, 12.00noon-12.45pm, 1.45-2.30pm, 2.30-3.15pm, booking essential
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/wicken-fen/things-to-see-and-do/events/
Anglesey Abbey: Summer Family Fun, 10.30am-5.30pm
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/anglesey-abbey/things-to-see-and-do/events/
Welney WWT: Summer Holiday Activities, 9.30am-5.00pm
http://www.wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/welney/whats-on/2014/07/24/summer-holiday-activities/
Oliver Cromwell’s House: Mrs Cromwell’s Summer Blooms, 10.00am-1.00pm
http://visitely.eastcambs.gov.uk/events/meet-cromwells-mrs-cromwell%E2%80%99s-summer-blooms
Summer Holiday Craft Play Sessions: Cheveley Pavillion, 10.00am-12.00noon
http://www.cambridgeshirechildrenscentres.org.uk/timetable/soham - click on Tuesday
Littleport Children’s Centre: Young Parents, 1.00-2.30pm
http://www.cambridgeshirechildrenscentres.org.uk/resources/littleport/615 - opens ‘what’s on’ document
Growing Places Children’s Centre (Sutton): Baby Club, 9.00-11.00am
http://www.cambridgeshirechildrenscentres.org.uk/resources/sutton/974 - link to ‘what’s on’ document
Wednesday 27 August
Ely Paradise Centre: Football Camp, 9.30am-3.00pm, Ages 7-11, booking advisable – 3 day camp (27-29 August)
For information, see children’s summer activity leaflet at Paradise Centre Reception
Ely Cathedral Summer Holiday Drop-In Sessions, 10.00am-12.00noon
http://visitely.eastcambs.gov.uk/events/ely-cathedral-summer-holiday-drop-sessions-0
Ely Library Summer Craft Sessions, 10.30-11.30am, tickets must be purchased in advance from the library
http://www.cambridgeshire.net/event/mythical-maze-summer-craft-session/131471.aspx#.U8wPXuNdUq4
Ely Stained Glass Museum: Light Catchers, 2.00-4.00pm
http://stainedglassmuseum.com/holidayactivites.html
Ely Country Park (Lisle Lane entrance, rear of Sainsburys car park): Active Buggy Exercise – Mums and toddlers under 4, 10.00-11.00am
http://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sports/active-ely
Ely Country Park: Active Summer Holidays (Parents and Children aged 6-12), 1.00-2.00pm
http://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sports/active-ely
Denny Abbey: Family drop in activities, 12.00 noon to 4.00pm
http://www.dennyfarmlandmuseum.org.uk/content/education/childrens-holiday-drop-in-activities
Wicken Fen: Den Building, 10.30am-12.30pm and 2.00-4.00pm, booking essential
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/wicken-fen/things-to-see-and-do/events/
Anglesey Abbey: Summer Family Fun, 10.30am-5.30pm
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/anglesey-abbey/things-to-see-and-do/events/
Welney WWT: Summer Holiday Activities, 9.30am-5.00pm
http://www.wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/welney/whats-on/2014/07/24/summer-holiday-activities/
Scotsdales Garden Centre, Cambridge: Little Seedlings – Summer Fun
http://www.scotsdalegardencentre.co.uk/newsevent.php?newseventid=370
Littleport Children’s Centre: Fun with Mrs Melody, 10.00-11.30am
http://www.cambridgeshirechildrenscentres.org.uk/resources/littleport/615 - opens ‘what’s on’ document
Thursday 28 August
Ely Museum: Summer Holiday Crafts
http://www.elymuseum.org.uk/events/
Ely Cinema: How to Train Your Dragon 2 (PG), 3.00pm
http://www.adec.org.uk/index.php?adec/eventdetail/how_dragon_2_august
Denny Abbey: Family drop in activities, 12.00 noon to 4.00pm
http://www.dennyfarmlandmuseum.org.uk/content/education/childrens-holiday-drop-in-activities
Anglesey Abbey: Summer Family Fun, 10.30am-5.30pm
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/anglesey-abbey/things-to-see-and-do/events/
Welney WWT: Summer Holiday Activities, 9.30am-5.00pm
http://www.wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/welney/whats-on/2014/07/24/summer-holiday-activities/
Soham Children’s Centre at Anglesey Abbey, 10.00am-12.00noon, booking essential
http://www.cambridgeshirechildrenscentres.org.uk/timetable/soham - click on Thursday
Littleport Children’s Centre: Play 2 Learn, 10.00-11.30am
http://www.cambridgeshirechildrenscentres.org.uk/resources/littleport/615 - opens ‘what’s on’ document
Friday 29 August
Wicken Fen: All About Birds, 10.30am to 12.30pm, and 2.00pm to 4.00pm, booking essential
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/wicken-fen/things-to-see-and-do/events/
Anglesey Abbey: Summer Family Fun, 10.30am-5.30pm
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/anglesey-abbey/things-to-see-and-do/events/
Welney WWT: Summer Holiday Activities, 9.30am-5.00pm
http://www.wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/welney/whats-on/2014/07/24/summer-holiday-activities/
Littleport Children’s Centre: Join the Mythical Maze! Summer Reading Challenge Activities, 10.00am-12.00noon
http://www.cambridgeshirechildrenscentres.org.uk/resources/littleport/615 - link to ‘what’s on’ document
Saturday 30 August
Saturday Concerts in Jubilee Gardens, 2.00-4.00pm
http://visitely.eastcambs.gov.uk/events/elys-summer-music-saturday-concerts-jubilee-gardens
Anglesey Abbey: Summer Family Fun, 10.30am-5.30pm
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/anglesey-abbey/things-to-see-and-do/events/
Welney WWT: Summer Holiday Activities, 9.30am-5.00pm
http://www.wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/welney/whats-on/2014/07/24/summer-holiday-activities/
Mythical Maze Mythical Creature Craft Day at Chatteris Library, 10.30-11.30am, booking essential
http://www.cambridgeshire.net/event/mythical-maze-mythical-creature-craft-day/134772.aspx#.U8wRDeNdUq4
Sunday 31 August
Ely Cathedral Summer Holiday Drop-In Sessions, 10.00am-12.00noon
http://visitely.eastcambs.gov.uk/events/ely-cathedral-summer-holiday-drop-sessions
Anglesey Abbey: Summer Family Fun, 10.30am-5.30pm
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/anglesey-abbey/things-to-see-and-do/events/
Welney WWT: Summer Holiday Activities, 9.30am-5.00pm
http://www.wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/welney/whats-on/2014/07/24/summer-holiday-activities/
Riverside Concerts in Jubilee Gardens, 2.30pm
http://visitely.eastcambs.gov.uk/events/riverside-concerts-jubilee-gardens-isle-ely-arts-festival-may-august-2014-every-sunday-except
Monday 1 September
Ely Paradise Centre: Tots Football, 10.00-11.00am, Ages 4-6, booking advisable
For information, see children’s summer activity leaflet at Paradise Centre Reception
Anglesey Abbey: Summer Family Fun, 10.30am-5.30pm
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/anglesey-abbey/things-to-see-and-do/events/
Welney WWT: Summer Holiday Activities, 9.30am-5.00pm
http://www.wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/welney/whats-on/2014/07/24/summer-holiday-activities/
Soham Children’s Centre: Stay and Play, 9.30-11.30am
http://www.cambridgeshirechildrenscentres.org.uk/timetable/soham
Tuesday 2 September
Ely Paradise Centre: Gymtots Open Session, 1.00-4.00pm, Ages 2-5, booking advisable
For information, see children’s summer activity leaflet at Paradise Centre Reception
Anglesey Abbey: Summer Family Fun, 10.30am-5.30pm
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/anglesey-abbey/things-to-see-and-do/events/
Welney WWT: Summer Holiday Activities, 9.30am-5.00pm
http://www.wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/welney/whats-on/2014/07/24/summer-holiday-activities/
Littleport Children’s Centre: Young Parents, 1.00-2.30pm
http://www.cambridgeshirechildrenscentres.org.uk/resources/littleport/615 - opens ‘what’s on’ document
Growing Places Children’s Centre (Sutton): Baby Club, 9.00-11.00am
http://www.cambridgeshirechildrenscentres.org.uk/resources/sutton/974 - link to ‘what’s on’ document
Wednesday 3 September
Ely Paradise Centre: Kwik Cricket and Rounders, 10.00am-12.00noon, Ages 7-11, booking advisable
For information, see children’s summer activity leaflet at Paradise Centre Reception
Welney WWT: Summer Holiday Activities, 9.30am-5.00pm
http://www.wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/welney/whats-on/2014/07/24/summer-holiday-activities/
Wednesday, August 20, 2014
Breastfeeding 'cuts depression risk', according to study
From the BBC News website:
Breastfeeding can halve the risk of post-natal depression, according to a large study of 14,000 new mothers.
However, there is a large increase in the risk of depression in women planning to breastfeed who are then unable to do so.
The study, published in the journal Maternal and Child Health, called for more support for women unable to breastfeed.
A parenting charity said mental health was a "huge issue" for many mothers.
The health benefits of breastfeeding to the baby are clear-cut and the World Health Organization recommends feeding a child nothing but breast milk for the first six months.
However, researchers at the University of Cambridge said the impact on the mother was not as clearly understood.
Read more here.
Breastfeeding can halve the risk of post-natal depression, according to a large study of 14,000 new mothers.
However, there is a large increase in the risk of depression in women planning to breastfeed who are then unable to do so.
The study, published in the journal Maternal and Child Health, called for more support for women unable to breastfeed.
A parenting charity said mental health was a "huge issue" for many mothers.
The health benefits of breastfeeding to the baby are clear-cut and the World Health Organization recommends feeding a child nothing but breast milk for the first six months.
However, researchers at the University of Cambridge said the impact on the mother was not as clearly understood.
Read more here.
Wednesday, August 13, 2014
What's On - Summer Holidays (part 4)
Every Day – Curious About Ely – self guided walks with optional treasure hunt
Have fun discovering Ely with two self-guided, heritage walks with an optional treasure hunt. Find answers to clues and match pictures whilst reading stories about this fabulous city - you're guaranteed to spot things you've never noticed before. The two walks can be enjoyed separately or joined together to form one longer walk - depending on available time and energy! Walks are suitable for all ages (detours to avoid steps are marked on the route map), and typically take 1-2 hours each to complete. Booklet of two walks available to buy or download from just £3.99 from www.curiousabout.co.uk/ely/index.php
http://www.visiteastofengland.com/events/Ely-Curious-About-Ely/details/?dms=3&venue=0141010&feature=2&groupid=1&nd=All&events=1&startdate=Today&w=100%25
Every Day: Summer 2014 Playscheme (Ely St Johns Community Room), 8.00am-6.00pm
http://www.cambridgeshire.net/event/summer-2014-playscheme/128652.aspx#.U8wPkONdUq4
Ely Museum: Furry Friends – Woodgreen Animal Shelter, 11.00am-3.00pm
http://www.elymuseum.org.uk/events/
Denny Abbey: Family drop in activities, 12.00 noon to 4.00pm
http://www.dennyfarmlandmuseum.org.uk/content/education/childrens-holiday-drop-in-activities
Wicken Fen, Family Camp Out, 5.00pm-11.00am, booking essential
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/wicken-fen/things-to-see-and-do/events/
Anglesey Abbey: Summer Family Fun, 10.30am-5.30pm
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/anglesey-abbey/things-to-see-and-do/events/
Welney WWT: Summer Holiday Activities, 9.30am-5.00pm
http://www.wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/welney/whats-on/2014/07/24/summer-holiday-activities/
Ely Cinema: Frozen Singalong (PG), 3.00pm
http://www.adec.org.uk/index.php?adec/eventdetail/frozen_sing_along_pg_ely_cinema1
Wicken Fen: Fairies and Pixies, 10.30am to 12.30pm, and 2.00pm to 4.00pm, booking essential
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/wicken-fen/things-to-see-and-do/events/
Anglesey Abbey: Summer Family Fun, 10.30am-5.30pm
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/anglesey-abbey/things-to-see-and-do/events/
Welney WWT: Summer Holiday Activities, 9.30am-5.00pm
http://www.wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/welney/whats-on/2014/07/24/summer-holiday-activities/
Fordham Teddy Bear’s Picnic, Fordham Recreation Ground, 11.00am
http://www.cambridgeshirechildrenscentres.org.uk/timetable/soham - click on Friday
Nicola Killen Event at Cottenham Library, 2.00-3.00pm, booking essential
http://www.cambridgeshire.net/events/Results.aspx?searchText=&distance=25&location=ely&audience=Children+and+families&PageNumber=3
Mythical Maze Dragon Craft Day at Chatteris Library, 2.00-3.00pm, booking essential
http://www.cambridgeshire.net/event/mythical-maze-dragon-craft-day/134771.aspx#.U8wQ0uNdUq4
Anglesey Abbey: Summer Family Fun, 10.30am-5.30pm
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/anglesey-abbey/things-to-see-and-do/events/
Welney WWT: Summer Holiday Activities, 9.30am-5.00pm
http://www.wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/welney/whats-on/2014/07/24/summer-holiday-activities/
Anglesey Abbey: Summer Family Fun, 10.30am-5.30pm
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/anglesey-abbey/things-to-see-and-do/events/
Welney WWT: Summer Holiday Activities, 9.30am-5.00pm
http://www.wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/welney/whats-on/2014/07/24/summer-holiday-activities/
Ely Cathedral Summer Holiday Drop-In Sessions, 10.00am-12.00noon
http://visitely.eastcambs.gov.uk/events/ely-cathedral-summer-holiday-drop-sessions
Ely Country Park: Active Summer Holidays (Parents and Children aged 6-12), 1.00-2.00pm
http://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sports/active-ely
Ely Paradise Centre: Kwik Cricket and Rounders, 9.30-11.30am, Ages 7-11, booking advisable
For information, see children’s summer activity leaflet at Paradise Centre Reception
Ely St John’s School Playground: All 4 Sports, 11.00am-12.45pm
http://www.cambridgeshirechildrenscentres.org.uk/timetable/ely - click on Monday
Wicken Fen: Bug Hunters, 10.30am to 12.30pm, and 2.00pm to 4.00pm, booking essential
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/wicken-fen/things-to-see-and-do/events/
Anglesey Abbey: Summer Family Fun, 10.30am-5.30pm
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/anglesey-abbey/things-to-see-and-do/events/
Welney WWT: Summer Holiday Activities, 9.30am-5.00pm
http://www.wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/welney/whats-on/2014/07/24/summer-holiday-activities/
Soham Children’s Centre: Stay and Play, 9.30-11.30am
http://www.cambridgeshirechildrenscentres.org.uk/timetable/soham
Bricstan Rooms, Chatteris: Children’s Fun Morning
http://www.netmums.com/south-cambridgeshire/whats-on/view/children-s-fun-morning
Busy Fingers Pre-School, Little Downham: Water and Bubbles, 10.30am-12.00noon
http://www.cambridgeshirechildrenscentres.org.uk/resources/littleport/615 - link to ‘what’s on’ document
Haddenham Pavillion: All 4 Sports, 2.00-3.30pm
http://www.cambridgeshirechildrenscentres.org.uk/resources/sutton/974 - link to ‘what’s on’ document
Ely Paradise Centre: Trampolining, various times, Ages 5+, booking advisable
For information, see children’s summer activity leaflet at Paradise Centre Reception
Wicken Fen: Painting the Fens, 10.45 am to 12.45 pm, and 2.00pm to 4.00pm, booking essential
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/wicken-fen/things-to-see-and-do/events/
Wicken Fen: Pond Dipping and Minibeast Hunt, 10.30-11.15am, 11.15am-12.00noon, 12.00noon-12.45pm, 1.45-2.30pm, 2.30-3.15pm, booking essential
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/wicken-fen/things-to-see-and-do/events/
Anglesey Abbey: Summer Family Fun, 10.30am-5.30pm
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/anglesey-abbey/things-to-see-and-do/events/
Welney WWT: Summer Holiday Activities, 9.30am-5.00pm
http://www.wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/welney/whats-on/2014/07/24/summer-holiday-activities/
Oliver Cromwell’s House: Mrs Cromwell’s Summer Blooms, 10.00am-1.00pm
http://visitely.eastcambs.gov.uk/events/meet-cromwells-mrs-cromwell%E2%80%99s-summer-blooms
Summer Holiday Craft Play Sessions: Wicken Methodist Church, 10.00am-12.00noon
http://www.cambridgeshirechildrenscentres.org.uk/timetable/soham - click on Tuesday
Growing Places Children’s Centre (Sutton): Baby Club, 9.00-11.00am
http://www.cambridgeshirechildrenscentres.org.uk/resources/sutton/974 - link to ‘what’s on’ document
Ely Cathedral Summer Holiday Drop-In Sessions, 10.00am-12.00noon
http://visitely.eastcambs.gov.uk/events/ely-cathedral-summer-holiday-drop-sessions-0
Ely Library Summer Craft Sessions, 10.30-11.30am, tickets must be purchased in advance from the library
http://www.cambridgeshire.net/event/mythical-maze-summer-craft-session/131470.aspx#.U8wPO-NdUq4
Ely Stained Glass Museum: Glass and Precious Metals: Glass Fusing workshop II, 2.00-4.00pm, booking essential
http://stainedglassmuseum.com/holidayactivites.html
Ely Country Park (Lisle Lane entrance, rear of Sainsburys car park): Active Buggy Exercise – Mums and toddlers under 4, 10.00-11.00am
http://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sports/active-ely
Ely Country Park: Active Summer Holidays (Parents and Children aged 6-12), 1.00-2.00pm
http://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sports/active-ely
Ely Pocket Park: Fun in the Park, 10.00-11.45am
http://www.cambridgeshirechildrenscentres.org.uk/timetable/ely - click on Wednesday
Denny Abbey: Family drop in activities, 12.00 noon to 4.00pm
http://www.dennyfarmlandmuseum.org.uk/content/education/childrens-holiday-drop-in-activities
Wicken Fen: Summertime Arts and Crafts, 10.30am-12.30pm and 2.00-4.00pm, booking essential
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/wicken-fen/things-to-see-and-do/events/
Anglesey Abbey: Summer Family Fun, 10.30am-5.30pm
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/anglesey-abbey/things-to-see-and-do/events/
Welney WWT: Summer Holiday Activities, 9.30am-5.00pm
http://www.wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/welney/whats-on/2014/07/24/summer-holiday-activities/
Ely Paradise Centre: Gymtots Open Session, 1.00-4.00pm, Ages 2-5, booking advisable
For information, see children’s summer activity leaflet at Paradise Centre Reception
Ely Museum: Summer Holiday Crafts
http://www.elymuseum.org.uk/events/
Ely Cinema: How to Train Your Dragon 2 (PG), 3.00pm
http://www.adec.org.uk/index.php?adec/eventdetail/how_to_train_your_dragon_2_pg_ely_cinema
Denny Abbey: Family drop in activities, 12.00 noon to 4.00pm
http://www.dennyfarmlandmuseum.org.uk/content/education/childrens-holiday-drop-in-activities
Anglesey Abbey: Summer Family Fun, 10.30am-5.30pm
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/anglesey-abbey/things-to-see-and-do/events/
Welney WWT: Summer Holiday Activities, 9.30am-5.00pm
http://www.wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/welney/whats-on/2014/07/24/summer-holiday-activities/
Scotsdales Garden Centre, Cambridge: Summer Fun Day
http://www.scotsdalegardencentre.co.uk/newsevent.php?newseventid=369
Little Thetford Village Hall: Let’s Get Messy, 2.00-3.30pm
http://www.cambridgeshirechildrenscentres.org.uk/resources/sutton/974 - opens ‘what’s on’ document
Wicken Fen: Mud Glorious Mud, 10.30am-12.30pm and 2.00-4.00pm, booking essential
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/wicken-fen/things-to-see-and-do/events/
Anglesey Abbey: Summer Family Fun, 10.30am-5.30pm
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/anglesey-abbey/things-to-see-and-do/events/
Welney WWT: Summer Holiday Activities, 9.30am-5.00pm
http://www.wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/welney/whats-on/2014/07/24/summer-holiday-activities/
Fenland Country Fair, 9.00-5.30pm
http://www.fenlandfairs.com/
Saturday Concerts in Jubilee Gardens, 2.00-4.00pm
http://visitely.eastcambs.gov.uk/events/elys-summer-music-saturday-concerts-jubilee-gardens
Anglesey Abbey: Summer Family Fun, 10.30am-5.30pm
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/anglesey-abbey/things-to-see-and-do/events/
Welney WWT: Summer Holiday Activities, 9.30am-5.00pm
http://www.wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/welney/whats-on/2014/07/24/summer-holiday-activities/
Fenland Country Fair, 9.00-5.30pm
http://www.fenlandfairs.com/
Denny Abbey: Medieval Life at Denny
http://www.dennyfarmlandmuseum.org.uk/content/events/medieval-life-at-denny-august-bank-holiday
Anglesey Abbey: Summer Family Fun, 10.30am-5.30pm
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/anglesey-abbey/things-to-see-and-do/events/
Welney WWT: Summer Holiday Activities, 9.30am-5.00pm
http://www.wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/welney/whats-on/2014/07/24/summer-holiday-activities/
Riverside Concerts in Jubilee Gardens, 2.30pm
http://visitely.eastcambs.gov.uk/events/riverside-concerts-jubilee-gardens-isle-ely-arts-festival-may-august-2014-every-sunday-except
Little Gransden Air Show, 10.00am-5.30pm
http://www.netmums.com/south-cambridgeshire/whats-on/view/little-gransden-air-show
Have fun discovering Ely with two self-guided, heritage walks with an optional treasure hunt. Find answers to clues and match pictures whilst reading stories about this fabulous city - you're guaranteed to spot things you've never noticed before. The two walks can be enjoyed separately or joined together to form one longer walk - depending on available time and energy! Walks are suitable for all ages (detours to avoid steps are marked on the route map), and typically take 1-2 hours each to complete. Booklet of two walks available to buy or download from just £3.99 from www.curiousabout.co.uk/ely/index.php
http://www.visiteastofengland.com/events/Ely-Curious-About-Ely/details/?dms=3&venue=0141010&feature=2&groupid=1&nd=All&events=1&startdate=Today&w=100%25
Every Day: Summer 2014 Playscheme (Ely St Johns Community Room), 8.00am-6.00pm
http://www.cambridgeshire.net/event/summer-2014-playscheme/128652.aspx#.U8wPkONdUq4
Thursday 14 August
Ely Museum: Furry Friends – Woodgreen Animal Shelter, 11.00am-3.00pm
http://www.elymuseum.org.uk/events/
Denny Abbey: Family drop in activities, 12.00 noon to 4.00pm
http://www.dennyfarmlandmuseum.org.uk/content/education/childrens-holiday-drop-in-activities
Wicken Fen, Family Camp Out, 5.00pm-11.00am, booking essential
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/wicken-fen/things-to-see-and-do/events/
Anglesey Abbey: Summer Family Fun, 10.30am-5.30pm
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/anglesey-abbey/things-to-see-and-do/events/
Welney WWT: Summer Holiday Activities, 9.30am-5.00pm
http://www.wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/welney/whats-on/2014/07/24/summer-holiday-activities/
Friday 15 August
Ely Cinema: Frozen Singalong (PG), 3.00pm
http://www.adec.org.uk/index.php?adec/eventdetail/frozen_sing_along_pg_ely_cinema1
Wicken Fen: Fairies and Pixies, 10.30am to 12.30pm, and 2.00pm to 4.00pm, booking essential
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/wicken-fen/things-to-see-and-do/events/
Anglesey Abbey: Summer Family Fun, 10.30am-5.30pm
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/anglesey-abbey/things-to-see-and-do/events/
Welney WWT: Summer Holiday Activities, 9.30am-5.00pm
http://www.wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/welney/whats-on/2014/07/24/summer-holiday-activities/
Fordham Teddy Bear’s Picnic, Fordham Recreation Ground, 11.00am
http://www.cambridgeshirechildrenscentres.org.uk/timetable/soham - click on Friday
Nicola Killen Event at Cottenham Library, 2.00-3.00pm, booking essential
http://www.cambridgeshire.net/events/Results.aspx?searchText=&distance=25&location=ely&audience=Children+and+families&PageNumber=3
Mythical Maze Dragon Craft Day at Chatteris Library, 2.00-3.00pm, booking essential
http://www.cambridgeshire.net/event/mythical-maze-dragon-craft-day/134771.aspx#.U8wQ0uNdUq4
Saturday 16 August
Anglesey Abbey: Summer Family Fun, 10.30am-5.30pm
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/anglesey-abbey/things-to-see-and-do/events/
Welney WWT: Summer Holiday Activities, 9.30am-5.00pm
http://www.wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/welney/whats-on/2014/07/24/summer-holiday-activities/
Sunday 17 August
Anglesey Abbey: Summer Family Fun, 10.30am-5.30pm
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/anglesey-abbey/things-to-see-and-do/events/
Welney WWT: Summer Holiday Activities, 9.30am-5.00pm
http://www.wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/welney/whats-on/2014/07/24/summer-holiday-activities/
Monday 18 August
Ely Cathedral Summer Holiday Drop-In Sessions, 10.00am-12.00noon
http://visitely.eastcambs.gov.uk/events/ely-cathedral-summer-holiday-drop-sessions
Ely Country Park: Active Summer Holidays (Parents and Children aged 6-12), 1.00-2.00pm
http://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sports/active-ely
Ely Paradise Centre: Kwik Cricket and Rounders, 9.30-11.30am, Ages 7-11, booking advisable
For information, see children’s summer activity leaflet at Paradise Centre Reception
Ely St John’s School Playground: All 4 Sports, 11.00am-12.45pm
http://www.cambridgeshirechildrenscentres.org.uk/timetable/ely - click on Monday
Wicken Fen: Bug Hunters, 10.30am to 12.30pm, and 2.00pm to 4.00pm, booking essential
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/wicken-fen/things-to-see-and-do/events/
Anglesey Abbey: Summer Family Fun, 10.30am-5.30pm
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/anglesey-abbey/things-to-see-and-do/events/
Welney WWT: Summer Holiday Activities, 9.30am-5.00pm
http://www.wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/welney/whats-on/2014/07/24/summer-holiday-activities/
Soham Children’s Centre: Stay and Play, 9.30-11.30am
http://www.cambridgeshirechildrenscentres.org.uk/timetable/soham
Bricstan Rooms, Chatteris: Children’s Fun Morning
http://www.netmums.com/south-cambridgeshire/whats-on/view/children-s-fun-morning
Busy Fingers Pre-School, Little Downham: Water and Bubbles, 10.30am-12.00noon
http://www.cambridgeshirechildrenscentres.org.uk/resources/littleport/615 - link to ‘what’s on’ document
Haddenham Pavillion: All 4 Sports, 2.00-3.30pm
http://www.cambridgeshirechildrenscentres.org.uk/resources/sutton/974 - link to ‘what’s on’ document
Tuesday 19 August
Ely Paradise Centre: Trampolining, various times, Ages 5+, booking advisable
For information, see children’s summer activity leaflet at Paradise Centre Reception
Wicken Fen: Painting the Fens, 10.45 am to 12.45 pm, and 2.00pm to 4.00pm, booking essential
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/wicken-fen/things-to-see-and-do/events/
Wicken Fen: Pond Dipping and Minibeast Hunt, 10.30-11.15am, 11.15am-12.00noon, 12.00noon-12.45pm, 1.45-2.30pm, 2.30-3.15pm, booking essential
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/wicken-fen/things-to-see-and-do/events/
Anglesey Abbey: Summer Family Fun, 10.30am-5.30pm
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/anglesey-abbey/things-to-see-and-do/events/
Welney WWT: Summer Holiday Activities, 9.30am-5.00pm
http://www.wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/welney/whats-on/2014/07/24/summer-holiday-activities/
Oliver Cromwell’s House: Mrs Cromwell’s Summer Blooms, 10.00am-1.00pm
http://visitely.eastcambs.gov.uk/events/meet-cromwells-mrs-cromwell%E2%80%99s-summer-blooms
Summer Holiday Craft Play Sessions: Wicken Methodist Church, 10.00am-12.00noon
http://www.cambridgeshirechildrenscentres.org.uk/timetable/soham - click on Tuesday
Growing Places Children’s Centre (Sutton): Baby Club, 9.00-11.00am
http://www.cambridgeshirechildrenscentres.org.uk/resources/sutton/974 - link to ‘what’s on’ document
Wednesday 20 August
Ely Cathedral Summer Holiday Drop-In Sessions, 10.00am-12.00noon
http://visitely.eastcambs.gov.uk/events/ely-cathedral-summer-holiday-drop-sessions-0
Ely Library Summer Craft Sessions, 10.30-11.30am, tickets must be purchased in advance from the library
http://www.cambridgeshire.net/event/mythical-maze-summer-craft-session/131470.aspx#.U8wPO-NdUq4
Ely Stained Glass Museum: Glass and Precious Metals: Glass Fusing workshop II, 2.00-4.00pm, booking essential
http://stainedglassmuseum.com/holidayactivites.html
Ely Country Park (Lisle Lane entrance, rear of Sainsburys car park): Active Buggy Exercise – Mums and toddlers under 4, 10.00-11.00am
http://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sports/active-ely
Ely Country Park: Active Summer Holidays (Parents and Children aged 6-12), 1.00-2.00pm
http://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sports/active-ely
Ely Pocket Park: Fun in the Park, 10.00-11.45am
http://www.cambridgeshirechildrenscentres.org.uk/timetable/ely - click on Wednesday
Denny Abbey: Family drop in activities, 12.00 noon to 4.00pm
http://www.dennyfarmlandmuseum.org.uk/content/education/childrens-holiday-drop-in-activities
Wicken Fen: Summertime Arts and Crafts, 10.30am-12.30pm and 2.00-4.00pm, booking essential
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/wicken-fen/things-to-see-and-do/events/
Anglesey Abbey: Summer Family Fun, 10.30am-5.30pm
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/anglesey-abbey/things-to-see-and-do/events/
Welney WWT: Summer Holiday Activities, 9.30am-5.00pm
http://www.wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/welney/whats-on/2014/07/24/summer-holiday-activities/
Thursday 21 August
Ely Paradise Centre: Gymtots Open Session, 1.00-4.00pm, Ages 2-5, booking advisable
For information, see children’s summer activity leaflet at Paradise Centre Reception
Ely Museum: Summer Holiday Crafts
http://www.elymuseum.org.uk/events/
Ely Cinema: How to Train Your Dragon 2 (PG), 3.00pm
http://www.adec.org.uk/index.php?adec/eventdetail/how_to_train_your_dragon_2_pg_ely_cinema
Denny Abbey: Family drop in activities, 12.00 noon to 4.00pm
http://www.dennyfarmlandmuseum.org.uk/content/education/childrens-holiday-drop-in-activities
Anglesey Abbey: Summer Family Fun, 10.30am-5.30pm
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/anglesey-abbey/things-to-see-and-do/events/
Welney WWT: Summer Holiday Activities, 9.30am-5.00pm
http://www.wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/welney/whats-on/2014/07/24/summer-holiday-activities/
Scotsdales Garden Centre, Cambridge: Summer Fun Day
http://www.scotsdalegardencentre.co.uk/newsevent.php?newseventid=369
Little Thetford Village Hall: Let’s Get Messy, 2.00-3.30pm
http://www.cambridgeshirechildrenscentres.org.uk/resources/sutton/974 - opens ‘what’s on’ document
Friday 22 August
Wicken Fen: Mud Glorious Mud, 10.30am-12.30pm and 2.00-4.00pm, booking essential
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/wicken-fen/things-to-see-and-do/events/
Anglesey Abbey: Summer Family Fun, 10.30am-5.30pm
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/anglesey-abbey/things-to-see-and-do/events/
Welney WWT: Summer Holiday Activities, 9.30am-5.00pm
http://www.wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/welney/whats-on/2014/07/24/summer-holiday-activities/
Saturday 23 August
Fenland Country Fair, 9.00-5.30pm
http://www.fenlandfairs.com/
Saturday Concerts in Jubilee Gardens, 2.00-4.00pm
http://visitely.eastcambs.gov.uk/events/elys-summer-music-saturday-concerts-jubilee-gardens
Anglesey Abbey: Summer Family Fun, 10.30am-5.30pm
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/anglesey-abbey/things-to-see-and-do/events/
Welney WWT: Summer Holiday Activities, 9.30am-5.00pm
http://www.wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/welney/whats-on/2014/07/24/summer-holiday-activities/
Sunday 24 August
Fenland Country Fair, 9.00-5.30pm
http://www.fenlandfairs.com/
Denny Abbey: Medieval Life at Denny
http://www.dennyfarmlandmuseum.org.uk/content/events/medieval-life-at-denny-august-bank-holiday
Anglesey Abbey: Summer Family Fun, 10.30am-5.30pm
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/anglesey-abbey/things-to-see-and-do/events/
Welney WWT: Summer Holiday Activities, 9.30am-5.00pm
http://www.wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/welney/whats-on/2014/07/24/summer-holiday-activities/
Riverside Concerts in Jubilee Gardens, 2.30pm
http://visitely.eastcambs.gov.uk/events/riverside-concerts-jubilee-gardens-isle-ely-arts-festival-may-august-2014-every-sunday-except
Little Gransden Air Show, 10.00am-5.30pm
http://www.netmums.com/south-cambridgeshire/whats-on/view/little-gransden-air-show
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