Little Betties is open for business in Littleport!

Posted on 1st September 20187th September 2018 by Littleport Life

At Unit 11 in Oak Lane Littleport (sat-nav CB61RS, and mobile for more info: 07984 473168) you will find 23 individual traders plus a huge showroom full of goodies for sale. Candles, enamel signs, upcycled furniture, object d’art, retro, antiques and one of a kind painted furniture pieces amongst other attractions for the collector. Proprietor Philip Martin must be pleased with his new outlet where he says, “There is something for everyone.” The showroom is…

Our House

Posted on 1st September 20187th September 2018 by Lyn Guest de Swarte

The Littleport Players is an amateur theatre company whose superb performances merit a professional London theatreland venue. Luckily for us locals, their cast and crew’s almost limitless talent was on display at Littleport Village Hall in July for their latest production, Our House – The Madness Musical. And the hall itself was magically transformed into a top intimate theatre experience for the audience akin to the Donmar Warehouse in Covent Garden. The set and staging…

The Library Presents

Posted on 1st September 20184th September 2018 by Littleport Life

On Sunday 7 October you can enjoy a dramatic and innovative production of Shakespeare’s Henry V at Littleport Leisure Centre. This fast-paced and dynamic show brings to life the legendary Siege of Harfleur and Battle of Agincourt. The production has been created by professional national touring company Librarian Theatre and is both a perfect introduction to Shakespeare and an enjoyable adaptation for those more familiar with the play. The show is suitable for ages ten…

WWT – Welney Wetland Centre

Posted on 1st September 20187th September 2018 by Littleport Life

Late summer and autumn brings a host of species to your local Wetland Centre, resulting in a busy time for the reserve team, as we ensure the habitats are just right to receive them. For the birdwatchers, this is the best time to look out for migrating birds, as they travel from their summer breeding grounds to warmer climes for the winter. By lowering the water levels on the pools, we can create muddy patches…

Autumn Update from the Littleport Lions

Posted on 1st September 20184th September 2018 by Littleport Life

The Lions Club of Littleport hosted a concert at The Grange, Littleport. The Littleport Community Choir serenaded the residents and visitors for the afternoon and had a singalong at the end “Proms Style” The Lions gave donations to The Grange and the Choir, and we all enjoyed a sumptuous buffet tea. And Coming up – a date for your diary! The Lions Club of Littleport are once again hosting Breakfast with Santa at The Almonry…

Looking back at the Summer Activities of the Littleport W.I.

Posted on 1st September 20184th September 2018 by Littleport Life

Despite all the heat, roadworks and holidays, our activities have all gone ahead as planned. Towards the end of April, our members visited the Mushroom Farm at Little Ouse. After being suitably gowned in white protective overalls and hats, we were taken on a guided tour of the factory, through the stages of growth, to the end product in a container that was ready for sale. It was explained how the spores are kept at…

St George’s Church

Posted on 1st September 20187th September 2018 by Rev Howard Robson

Now here’s a question: What do a teddy bear tombola, jewellery, different types of gin and quilting have in common? Answer; St George’s Arts and Crafts Fair of course! By the time you read this, we may be looking forward to the Fair or it may have happened (September 22nd), but whichever it is, thank you for all your support. The Arts and Crafts Fair is deliberately timed to coincide with Harvest Festival time. That’s…

Port Plumbing Ltd

Posted on 1st September 20187th September 2018 by Littleport Life

Port plumbing of Littleport have just completed refitting out their new 3000 sq ft bathroom showrooms. It contains over 16 bathroom settings with other numerous freestanding basin units, mirrors, pans/cisterns etc., all on display. Having now been established in the village for over 12 years, they have decided to expand their bathroom side of the business by having a purpose built showroom showing such things as shower boarding in settings, designer baths, minimalistic and space…

Children in Need Disco

Posted on 1st September 20187th September 2018 by Littleport Life

Derek Timbers will be hosting the disco at the Ex Servicemen’s Club on SATURDAY 13TH OCTOBER. All money raised will be donated to the BBC Children in Need appeal. The FANTASTIC INTERCITY DISCO is supplying the music. This event will start at 6 pm until late. Games and competitions are early on for the kids then music all the way to finish. HUGE RAFFLE! ENTRY ADULTS £5 Joanne Coe says that her youth club, ThePORT’s…

Littleport & District Flower Arrangement Club

Posted on 1st September 20184th September 2018 by Littleport Life

Since our AGM in February the Club has progressed forward with a few more new Members joining the Club in March. Our new year of Membership started with Area Demonstrator Barbara Collins returning to us with her demonstration of ‘Joys of Spring’. As usual Barbara gave us a full evening of beautiful arrangements, design and flowers, Barbara’s personality shone through and a good evening started our year off well. April saw Julie Woods with her…

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