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What's on in Babylon

The pub quizzes, craft fairs, and village fêtes the big sites miss — here's what's on around Babylon.

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Gabrieli Roar - Handel's Saul

Gabrieli Roar give another of their large-scale festival concerts, this time performing Handel's epic biblical oratorio , Saul . For this performance, the professional forces of Gabrieli are as ever augmented by 250 young singers from around the country, conducted by Paul McCreesh .

Wed 22 JulEly Cathedral Conference Centre(0.5mi)

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Children & Family

Around £9.50

There Be Dragons

There Be Dragons Children’s craft workshop Thursday 23rd July, 11am – 12.30pm (last few tickets left), or 1.30pm – 3pm Make your very own light-up dragon to take home. Choose between a fire breathing dragon, an ice-shooting dragon or a venomous green dragon and custom decorate your mythical beast. Learn about connecting circuits to make it glow. Tickets: £9.50 per participant Children must be accompanied by an adult. Suitable for children aged 7-11. Spaces are limited so book early to avoid disappointment! Please note, due to the space in the Aedwen Room, this event is limited to one accompanying adult ticket per child ticket. Children should be accompanied by an adult at all times during the workshop, with a minimum of 1 adult for every two children. Museum admission is not required for this workshop, however, the ticket does not include access to the museum galleries.

Thu 23 Jul12:00Ely Museum(0.5mi)

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Community

Elvis - From Memphis to Vegas

Elvis is back in the building!

Thu 23 Jul18:40The Maltings(0.1mi)

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Community

Around £22.50

Learning Lates: Fizzick Night

Join us for our next Fizzick Night for an introduction to the medicine practiced at the monastery during medieval times.

Fri 24 JulEly Cathedral Conference Centre(0.5mi)

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Likely freeCommunity

Coffee Mornings

Every Friday morning, 10.30 am-12.30 pm: drop in to church for a friendly cuppa and chat, bring your crafts, free wi-fi available. No charge, but donations welcome.

Fri 24 Jul10:30Little Downham Baptist Chapel(2.9mi)

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Arts & CultureWorkshops & Classes

Glass Painting Workshop with Derek Hunt

Glass Painting Workshop with Derek Hunt at The Stained Glass Museum. We've done the legwork finding it — they've done the legwork organising it. Fair deal.

Fri 24 Jul11:00The Stained Glass Museum(0.4mi)

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Children & Family

Around £1

Myths and Legends

Myths and Legends A drop-in family event immersing you in worlds of brave knights and fiery dragons. Friday 24th July, 10.30am – 4pm From dragons and unicorns to knights and princess, come explore the legendary stories of the medieval romances. Throughout our galleries you’ll find story-based activities, places to play and stories to read. Timed storytelling sessions throughout the day will immerse you in worlds of wonder and magic. Event included with admission ticket or annual pass Storyteller sessions, £1 per person per session, book on arrival.

Fri 24 Jul11:30Ely Museum(0.5mi)

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Community

Services

Generally, services are held every Sunday at 1000. All welcome.

Sun 26 Jul10:00St Andrew's Church Witchford(2.7mi)

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Religion & Spirituality

Forest Church

Normally meet in the Churchyard in Coveney. A very informal activity-based service for all ages. Especially for those unused to normal, formal church services or who want something a bit different. Children/Vulnerable adults must be accompanied by a parent or carer. Stay for hot drinks and refreshments. Please wear appropriate clothing for outdoors activities

Sun 26 Jul15:00St Peter-ad-Vincula Church(3.8mi)

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Summer Holiday Fun

Summer Holiday Fun at The Stained Glass Museum. We've done the legwork finding it — they've done the legwork organising it. Fair deal.

Mon 27 JulThe Stained Glass Museum(0.4mi)

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Community

Our Up Coming Events

Our Up Coming Events The principal charitable aims of the village hall are maintained by the trustees and our patrons. The hall continues to provide a space from which members of the community can learn, socialise and enjoy recreational activities. Our hall is regularly hired by all kinds of people, from fitness instructors to arts, crafts and friendship clubs. Hall Availability & Events Calendar Village Hall Up Coming Events Come Join & Support Us At The Little Thetford Village Hall All Tickets Can Be Purchased Here At: Ticketsource.co.uk/Little-Thetford-Village-Hall Scan Here To Go Straight To Ticketsource Also Keep An Eye On The Live Calendar & Facebook Page For Upcoming Events Scan Here To Go Straight To Our Facebook Page Coffee Cake & Conversation Monday Mornings 10:30 - 12:30 (Please Check Here Or The Live Calendar For Any Changes) For A Coffee & A Chat Or Just Come Along To Show Your Support. All Run By The LTVH Trustees. We Look Forward To Seeing You All There.

Mon 27 JulLittle Thetford Village Hall(2.3mi)

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Children & FamilyWorkshops & Classes

Children's Glass Fusing Workshop for beginners AM

Right then — Children's Glass Fusing Workshop for beginners AM at The Stained Glass Museum. We've nabbed the essentials, they've kept the juicy bits for their own site.

Tue 28 Jul12:00The Stained Glass Museum(0.4mi)

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Community

Breakfast

The Old Hall Ely - Corporate Events Venue has got Breakfast pencilled in. We've got the date — they've got the detail. Between us, you're sorted.

Wed 29 JulThe Old Hall Ely - Corporate Events Venue(1.3mi)

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Community

Grazing Board

The Orangery Restaurant Ely, The Old Hall, Soham Rd, Stuntney, ELY CB7 5TR, UK

Wed 29 JulThe Old Hall Ely - Corporate Events Venue(1.3mi)

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Comedy

The Best in Comedy

The Best in Comedy show returns to The Maltings this July with a great line-up featuring the hilarious Tom Rosenthal, Jeff Innocent, Josh Baulf & Will Duggan!

Fri 31 Jul19:00The Maltings(0.1mi)

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Community

Chair Burlesque

Another belter from Pole Shed Events & Merchandise Ltd. Chair Burlesque — pop over to their site for the full lowdown.

Sat 1 AugPole Shed Events & Merchandise Ltd(4mi)

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Chair Burlesque

Let loose and unleash your inner Sass. In this class you will learn a modern burlesque chair routine where you will dance on and around the chair to hot and empowering music. All levels are welcome!

Sat 1 Aug13:30Pole Shed Events & Merchandise Ltd(4mi)

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Venues with events near Babylon

A few local places from the listings above, all within three miles.

The Stained Glass Museum0.4 miles away The Maltings0.1 miles away Ely Cathedral Conference Centre0.5 miles away

More about Babylon

Cambridgeshire, England

Babylon sits quietly in Cambridgeshire where the fields are green and the pace is just right for a proper weekend out. Without any big venues to list, we find the fun in the local parks and community halls that spring up whenever someone decides to host a gathering. It is a place where you can walk past a neighbour's garden party or stumble upon a street fair without needing a map. There are plenty of market stalls and charity fairs that dot the calendar depending on the season. Near Here keeps track of what is going on so you do not have to ask three different people if there is anything worth seeing tonight. We make sure you know exactly where the next local get-together is before you set off from your front door.

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