Lifestyle and Leisure News
Happy families at March woodland
Dunhams Wood at March is open once again this Whitsun Bank Holiday on both Sunday and Monday (May 26 and 27) from 2pm to 5pm and there’s a chance to play an unusual version of the card game happy Families.
Local history
Chatteris Community Archive is looking for pictures of local pubs and the people who ran them to celebrate Local History Day on June 7. The afternoon “At Home” presentation is in the library when any new pictures are welcome. The aim of the public “At home” meetings is to get those with photographs but no access to the web, to bring them along to be scanned and uploaded while telling their stories.
Chance to meet and pet the farm animals
Getting up close and personal with animals is always a treat for children and parents alike and Pigeons Farm at Thorney offers visitors just that opportunity.
Property news: Holding back?
There has been quite a lot of recent media comment about what is happening to the residential property market and some commentators have suggested that prices are on the rise.
Property news: Beat the burglars
With an average of 74 UK homes being burgled each hour, the National Association of Estate Agents (NAEA) is advising homebuyers to prioritise safety when moving into a new home.
Exhibition of inspiration
Just one look inside Wisbech’s Peckover House National Trust property and local art student Lynsey French was inspired to create enough paintings and sculptures to fill her own first exhibition.
PROPERTY NEWS: Change in trend?
Rising costs coupled with increased exposure to rent arrears may spark a change in trend and force landlords reaching retirement age to leave the buy-to-let sector rather than continuing to rent out their properties.
Snap up this prize
Local photographer Tom Cave is offering one lucky Citizen reader a free home photoshoot plus two canvas prints.
Tales from Stonea Camp
Local archaeologists and a story teller will welcome people to Stonea Camp hill fort, near Wimblington and help bring the story of Fenland and Cambridgeshire to life.
The White Sheep of the family
The curtain goes up tomorrow (Thursday) on the Anglian Players’ spring production, which this year is The White Sheep of the Family by L du Garde Peach and Ian Hay.
Flashback to the 70s
Following on from the successful event last year, which saw a reunion of local 70’s teenagers who used to flock to Three Holes Village Hall (THVH) regularly on a Saturday night, the dance is going ahead again at 7.30pm on Saturday 25 May.
Hidden talents
Do you have a hidden creative talent that’s just bursting to be recognised? Then why not enter this fantastic local competition?
Charity is looking for dare devils
Have you ever thought about doing a skydive? A charity that supports people with multiple sclerosis is looking for daring individuals to ‘Jump in June’ from the North London Parachute Centre at Chatteris to raise vital funds.
All welcome at craft fair
There will be lots of treats and activities to enjoy at a craft fair being held at the Castle Square United Reformed Church in wisbech on Saturday May 18.
Day aims to bring nationalities together
A BBC Children in Need-backed programme to develop activities and events that will bring together Wisbech children and young people of all nationalities is gearing up for its first big event on May 18.
A to Z in flowers for festival
Planning for this year’s annual Walpole St Peter’s Church flower Festival is well under-way.
Search for the UK’s most trusted decorator begins in Wisbech
Homeowners in Wisbech are being asked to nominate their dependable decorator or perfectionist painter, as part of a search by paint brand, Dulux Trade, to find the UK’s most trusted decorator.
Exciting night for MADAOS
Award-winning musical group, MADAOS, who recently scooped three awards for their production of Footloose last April, are performing in a new exciting way at March Conservative Club this Saturday (May 11).
WISBECH: Art exhibition at the Angles Theatre
Wisbech artist Lino Micallef is showing his first solo exhibition at the Angles Theatre, Wisbech.
Author visits
Visitors to Cambridgeshire libraries are being urged to book early for a bumper number of inspiring talks by best selling authors this month.
WISBECH: Garden sale being held this weekend
Head along to a special garden sale in Wisbech this weekend.
MARCH: Prize appeal
Maple Grove Community Pre-School in March is appealing for businesses and individuals to help with prizes for the grand raffle and tombola at this year’s money-spinning Summer Fair.
Walking for a good cause
Walkers are wanted to walk in late spring’s beauty for a great cause on Sunday 9th June from 10am to 2pm in the grounds of Felbrigg Hall in Norfolk.
Coates Village Show is back
After a year’s break, the annual Coates Village Show is back on July 13.
Discover motorcycling at bike show
Discovering the simple pleasures and cost saving benefits of motorcycling couldn’t be simpler at Britain’s hottest new summer bike show.
Runners in King’s Lynn
This Sunday (May 5) runners will be taking to the streets of King’s Lynn for the annual Bespak Grand East Anglia run.
Property news: Do your homework
When it comes to selling your home, preparation and doing your homework will help to make the task run smoothly – and be kinder on your pocket!
Treasure hunting fun at March woodland
Dunhams Wood at March is open once again this May Bank Holiday on both Sunday and Monday (May 5 and 6) from 2pm to 5pm and there’s a chance to enjoy a treasure hunt.
Three Little Pigs
Circo Ridiculoso presents an imaginative retelling of the Three Little Pigs, a tale that is not just for children.
Male drivers fail to see the point
Over 8000 UK drivers are still driving despite having 12 or more points on their licence. The top fourteen licence point holders with 25 points or more are all men.
Property news: Stand out from the crowd
The National Association of Estate Agents (NAEA) is advising sellers on how to maximise interest in a property, following resurgent buyer interest.
Family history course
Are you interested in researching your family history? Or perhaps you are interested in local and community history? If so, then these new short courses could be right for you
Property news: New rules welcomed
Newly announced Government rules that will clampdown on rogue lettings agents have been welcomed by Harrison Murray.
Property news: Don’t overlook your garage
STORING the bikes and the barbecue or creating a cosy home for the pet guinea pigs – what do you use yours for?
Horsefair’s charity car boot sale
Pitches are booking fast for Wisbech Horsefair Shopping Centre’s third charity car boot sale which will help raise cash for Macmillan Cancer Support.
COMPETITION: Win tickets to Truckfest
Truckfest is the must see show for May Bank Holiday. Proud of its heritage in presenting trucks from all over the world, Truckfest has turned into Europe’s premier trucking event, from giant American trucks to jaw dropping customised and even the Iveco Paris Dakar rally truck.
Creative workshop
To launch the call for submissions for their latest project, the Young Curators’ Forum is proud to present a free creative workshop with Fenland Poet Laureate Leanne Moden and Lead Young Curator Brandon Mattless.
Win a great family day out at LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort
A pre-school paradise of imaginative fun and play awaits young visitors to the LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort with the opening of a NEW themed land – DUPLO® Valley.
Property news: Tenants are staying put
Tenants are now staying in one property for a record duration of 20 months, according to the latest research from the Association of Residential Letting Agents (ARLA).
Property news: Business rates
The Taxpayers’ Alliance has released staggering figures revealing that last year a massive £1.1 billion was paid in business rates on vacant properties between 2011-2012, says Maxey Grounds and Co.
Wapole Wedding Fair
A Wedding Fair is being held at Walpole Commumnity Centre on April 28 and this is the ideal time to come and see what the hall has to offer as it can be hired out for functions.
Get bouncing and be the shape of a new campaign
Fenland bouncers are being reminded it’s not too late to submit a photograph of themselves making a shape on a trampoline for the chance to front a national campaign.
Property news: Use common sense
The recession is increasingly leaving desperate sellers vulnerable to quick-sell property companies that offer poor valuations, according to estate agents.
Drive it amidst daisies
Road safety charity the IAM is offering weekly motoring tips from Britain’s top advanced driver, Peter Rodger. This week, with National Drive It day coming this weekend, encouraging people to take to the roads for an enjoyable drive, he is advising on driving in the countryside.
Arthur Smith and Mark Grist join UEA 50th annivesary line-up
Comedian and Arthur Smith has been announced as the latest addition to the line-up for the University of East Anglia’s 50th anniversary celebrations.
Property: Make the most of your garden
As a nation of garden lovers and barbecue fans, it’s no wonder our outdoor space is as important a selling point as a stylish bathroom suite or modern kitchen inside the home.
Tree planting and contest reminder
As part of the diamond anniversary of St Peter’s Gardens in Wisbech, the Friends of the church have planted a liquidambar tree in place of a diseased cherry tree which had to be removed.
Elgood’s Brewery and Gardens
This year Elgood’s Brewery and Garden will be open every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from Tuesday April 30 until Thursday September 26.
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Sunday 19 May 2013
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