The Littleport Society – Finding Your Past

Posted on 1st June 201515th June 2015 by Littleport Life

In the 1980’s a new hobby began to grip the Nation, – researching family history. In fact many people around the World wanted to know their roots by discovering their ancestral origins, and Family History Societies soon sprang up in most counties to enable people with common ancestry to swap and exchange information. County Record Offices, which had once only been the preserve of a few dedicated historians, now became inundated with people wanting to…

The Lions Club of Littleport

Posted on 1st June 201515th June 2015 by Littleport Life

Anybody noticed a subtle change in our club’s title? We get confused with Littleport Lions Korfball club, they are very nice people too, but it was confusing when Facebook and others got it wrong so hence the slight change. We are still the same club working at raising funds for charities and individuals be it Local, National or Internationally. We have supported Littleport Leisure’s Fun Day on Sunday 7th June by having a “Win Every…

Remember. Celebrate. Change Lives.

Posted on 1st June 201515th June 2015 by Littleport Life

A leading cancer charity has created a special place where people can remember and celebrate the lives of loved ones they have lost to cancer. Losing someone you love can leave you feeling lost. So, Macmillan Cancer Support have created a permanent place where friends and family can come together, share memories and even change lives. Local fundraising manager, Jessica Levin says “The website allows you to create a lasting legacy for your loved one…

Children’s Summer Holiday Activities

Posted on 1st June 201526th June 2015 by Littleport Life

At Littleport Leisure Community Center Monday 27th July – Dodgeball Tuesday 28th July – Inflatables Day Wednesday 29th July – Archery Thursday 30th July – Coach Trip To Yarmouth Monday 3rd August – Mini Olympics Tuesday 4th August – Inflatables Day Wednesday 5th August – Crafts And Football Thursday 6th August – Mini Olympics And Inflatables Friday 7th August – Badminton Monday 10th August – Archery Tuesday 11th August – Inflatables Day Wednesday 12th August…

Friendly Gatehouse B&B

Posted on 1st June 201515th June 2015 by Littleport Life

A popular B& B in Littleport has been named one of the friendliest in the UK. The Gatehouse B&B in Lynn Road was a finalist in the AA’s ‘Friendliest Bed and Breakfast’ Awards 2015. Edna Mycawka who runs the business with her partner Peter collected her award at the Landmark Hotel in London. The Gatehouse was among just 25 finalists shortlisted from over 2,300 that were inspected by the AA. Edna said, “We are delighted…

Brian Hayes Citizen of the Year!

Posted on 1st June 201515th June 2015 by Littleport Life

At the open public meeting of the new Parish Council, Councillor (retired) Brian Hayes was presented with the Citizen of the Year Award. Brian, who has now retired having served the people of Littleport so well for 20 years, was delighted to receive his certificate. He had already made a speech that touched many with its sincerity and it was obviously a very popular decision to award this tireless worker for others with Littleport Parish…

Tree Surgeons are a Cut Above

Posted on 1st June 201515th June 2015 by Littleport Life

Tree Surgeons, AC Tree Surgery & Garden Care have been announced the 2014 East Cambridgeshire New Business of the Year Award Winners, after impressing judges with their IT set-up and staff training. The judges said: “It is a new, forward looking business. With its integration of IT into an industry not normally associated with it. AC Tree & Garden are delivering a quality service to customers large and small”. Managing Partner, Karl Yellop, added that…

A Day in the Life of Timebank

Posted on 1st June 201526th June 2015 by Littleport Life

Childline / NSPCC Success “I am so delighted with the hard work of all our local Littleport Timebank volunteers and the fantastic turn out that made our Childline/NSPCC Charity Event at the Children’s Centre in Parsons Lane such a success,” said a delighted Littleport Timebank Co-ordinator Caline Easey who announced that they had raised £451.54. “Local traders and individuals providing generous donations for our raffle and tombola boosted the coffers,” said Caline. “I just wanted…

Littleport WI Update

Posted on 1st March 201528th March 2015 by Littleport Life

At the October meeting we had a Manager from Sainsbury’s Supermarket who gave a very interesting talk covering a wide area of how the stores are run, products etc, and how very pleased the company was to now have a store in Ely. Many questions were asked and answered and sample of bread and cheese from their selection were tasted and enjoyed. In November we enjoyed our Pudding Night where members brought their favourite puddings…

MAM Tiling

Posted on 1st March 201528th March 2015 by Littleport Life

Mark and Eva Mason aka MAM Tiling are loyal advertisers whose contribution supports this magazine, as well as bringing their product to the notice of its thousands of readers. They sit behind Sharman’s Garden Centre in Camel Road and their neighbours are Port Plumbing who also support the publication of your magazine with a regular advert, not forgetting ‘It’s Wonderful’ the gift shop with a difference next to the tea room at the Garden Centre!….

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