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What's on in Fodder Fen

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

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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(8.4mi)

via Ely Cathedral Conference CentreLocal gem

Community

Friendship Club

Friendship Club — brought to you by Little Critters Small Animal Boarding And Dog Walking and surfaced by us. A beautiful collaboration, if we do say so ourselves.

Wed 22 Jul10:00Little Critters Small Animal Boarding And Dog Walking(7.6mi)

via Little Critters Small Animal Boarding And Dog Walking

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(8.3mi)

via Ely Museum

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Elvis - From Memphis to Vegas

Elvis is back in the building!

Thu 23 Jul18:40The Maltings(8.7mi)

via The MaltingsLocal gem

Afternoon Tea with the Foals – Friday 24th of July 2026

Food & Drink

Around £30.00

Afternoon Tea with the Foals – Friday 24th of July 2026

From: 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm After sell-out events in 2023, 2024 AND 2025, we’re returning by popular demand with the opportunity to meet our new 2026 foals and broodmares and enjoy an afternoon watching them play! Come along on Friday 24th of July for an experience like no other. Enjoy time in the field with our very cute foals and friendly broodmares before a tasty selection of afternoon tea treats with a close view of the field. Our breeders and trainers will be on hand to introduce you to our mares and foals and answer any questions you may have. This event is fun for all the family and suitable for supervised children to attend. Unfortunately dogs cannot be brought to this event due to the close proximity with the horses. From: 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm Important Booking Information If you have any allergies, intolerances or dietary requirements, please let us know with your booking when entering your ticket details at checkout and emailing for confirmation so that we can ensure you are catered for. While we will try to have something for everybody, any allergy notices received after Friday 18th July cannot be guaranteed. Please ensure you bring a copy of your purchased tickets, either on your mobile or printed out.

Fri 24 JulSovereign Quarter Horses(5.5mi)

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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(8.4mi)

via Ely Cathedral Conference CentreLocal gem

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(5.9mi)

via Little Downham Baptist ChapelCurated

Arts & CultureWorkshops & Classes

Glass Painting Workshop with Derek Hunt

The Stained Glass Museum hasn't given us the full script, but Glass Painting Workshop with Derek Hunt has got "worth checking out" written all over it.

Fri 24 Jul11:00The Stained Glass Museum(8.4mi)

via The Stained Glass MuseumLocal gem

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(8.3mi)

via Ely Museum

Food & Drink

Around £30.00

Afternoon Tea with the Foals – Friday 24th of July 2026

Fri 24 Jul16:00Sovereign Quarter Horses(5.5mi)

via Sovereign Quarter Horses

Community

Charity Bingo Event

Fri Jul 24th: Bingo with Tombola Prizes & Raffle, in support of Chatteris Christmas Lights. Eyes Down at 7:00 pm

Fri 24 Jul20:00Chatteris Working Mens Club & Institute(6.8mi)

via Chatteris Working Mens Club & InstituteCurated

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Trophy shoot

A Wright Trophy. All classifications.

Sun 26 JulFenland Gun Club(6.6mi)

via Fenland Gun Club

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Services

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

Sun 26 Jul10:00St Andrew's Church Witchford(8.6mi)

via St Andrew's Church WitchfordLocal gem

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(6.4mi)

via St Peter-ad-Vincula ChurchLocal gem

Community

Summer Holiday Fun

The Stained Glass Museum is hosting and we're spreading the word. Summer Holiday Fun — no spoilers, but their site has the full programme.

Mon 27 JulThe Stained Glass Museum(8.4mi)

via The Stained Glass MuseumLocal gem

Children & FamilyWorkshops & Classes

Children's Glass Fusing Workshop for beginners AM

One for the diary — Children's Glass Fusing Workshop for beginners AM at The Stained Glass Museum. The organiser's keeping schtum on the details, but that's half the fun.

Tue 28 Jul12:00The Stained Glass Museum(8.4mi)

via The Stained Glass MuseumLocal gem

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Friendship Club

Friendship Club? At Little Critters Small Animal Boarding And Dog Walking? Say no more. Well, actually — their site says quite a bit more. Worth a click.

Wed 29 Jul10:00Little Critters Small Animal Boarding And Dog Walking(7.6mi)

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Cambridgeshire, England

Fodder Fen is in Cambridgeshire, with local places and neighbouring communities close by. Its events calendar is usually shaped by practical local spaces such as local halls, churches and community spaces, rather than big set-piece attractions. Near Here brings Fodder Fen events into one place so you can see what is coming up without a long search. Check the listing details before you go, especially times, booking notes and access information.

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