Cottenham Community Catalogue

Leisure - Adults Adult Learning We offer daytime, evening & Saturday classes in a variety of subjects, including arts & crafts, fitness & health, dance & music, languages and more.

Website: community.cvcweb.net Tel: 01954 288751 Email: [email protected] Facebook: Adult Learning at Cottenham Village College

Allotments Cottenham Charities manage the allotments on Rampton Road. If you are interested in an allotment please get in touch with Cottenham Charities with your contact details via http://www.cottenhamcharities.co.uk/contact

Bridge Club British Legion Cottenham Bellringers Practice every Wednesday evening in the Tower, All Saints’ Church. Simon Wilson – 01954 251105 or James Miller – [email protected] www.facebook.com/cottenhamclangers

Cottenham Brass Cottenham Brass Band - The band rehearse on Thursdays 7:45-9:45 at Landbeach Village hall. More information can be found on our website www.cottenham-brass.co.uk or by contacting the bandmaster ([email protected]).

Day Centre Cottenham Day Centre is run by a group of volunteers who provide a two-course home cooked meal for people over the age of 65. We meet once a week on a Tuesday from 9.30 am to 2 pm at Coolidge Gardens Community Room and the cost is £5 per week. Tea/Coffee is provided on arrival and after lunch. The Day Centre owns a minibus which provides transport to and from Coolidge Gardens for those who need it. Members organise their own Bingo session and Raffle for a further small charge; there is also time to socialise with their peers. Maire Collins, Tel: 01954 200873, 07845 987875; email: [email protected] OR Pauline Brown: Tel: 01954 250035, 07708 425720; Email [email protected]

Community Centre Come in and enjoy a fantastic scone, cake or lunch. Coffee shop opening times are 10am–4.30pm Monday; 10am–2pm Tuesday to Saturday (except bank holidays, Christmas and late August). Become part of the team at the coffee shop, meet people and improve your skills. Weekly or less regular volunteers welcomed. Are you looking to complete the volunteering section of your Duke of Edinburgh Award or have a reference for your CV and College applications? We welcome young volunteers. Come and have a chat with Jane, our manager or call on 01954 202109 or email 1

[email protected] Become a member of CCC and help ensure that this popular community centre continues to be a major focus of Fen Edge life or maybe consider becoming a trustee yourself – www.cottenhamcc.org/membership Contact: website www.cottenhamcc.org or email [email protected] For full details of our many classes on each day and evening, see “Classes” on our website www.cottenhamcc.org or under “Function Rooms”, then refer to the room (hall, studio or coffee shop) booking calendars. Most classes can welcome new people.

Cottenham & District Cottenham & District Ploughing Society is believed to be on of the Ploughing Society oldest ploughing society’s in the country. The first match was held in 1842 with 12 horse drawn ploughs competing against each other. The annual ploughing match is held on the 1st Saturday in October and will see around 50 ploughmen compete in various classes of tractor and plough. Each ploughmen gets a small marked out plot of land to plough within a time period and the ploughing is judged on the start, straightness, uniformity and finish. Spectators are always welcome and refreshments are available on the field. For more information please contact Paul Smith – 07836 234976.

Fen Edge Community Association Fen Edge Footpath Group Welcome to Cottenham we hope you enjoy living in this thriving community. The Fen Edge Footpath Group is a free to join walking group which organises monthly walks within the area, normally on a Saturday. We meet at Cottenham Village College for car share. Please refer to the Website: sites.goggle-com/site/fenedgefg for full details. If you wish to contact us our email address is: [email protected]

Fen Edge Twinning Association Gardener’s Club The club usually meets on the last Friday of the month, at Franklin Gardens Community Room, with refreshments served from 7.30pm, followed by a talk at 7.45pm. The evening closes with a raffle. For any further information please contact Sarah Dumont 01954 260482.

Knitting Group Line Dancing Want To Learn To Line Dance? Line dance is fun for everyone, good exercise and increases stamina, suitable for all ages, no partner required. The Dance Studio, Cottenham Village College Tuesday’s Evenings Beginners Class 6-7pm Intermediate Class 7-8.30pm £5 per class Email Jo Kinser if you wish to join one of the classes www.jjkdancin.com Facebook Group: Jo’s Line Dancing 2

Photography Club Cottenham Community Photography Club aims to promote the enjoyment of all aspects of photography. Membership is open to the residents of all the Fen Edge Villages. The club meets at 7.30pm, usually on the last Wednesday of each month, at the Cottenham Community Centre Coffee Shop and encourages members of all abilities and interests who wish to learn from each other in a friendly social environment. Feel free to come along and join us. Cottenhamphotoclub@outlookcom or www.facebook.com/cottenhamcommunityphotographyclub

Singing for Fun We are an adult group that sing for fun and sometimes promote our group with live performances in order to share our enjoyment of music and singing alike. Our membership has been growing steadily over the past four years. We would love to see some new faces so why not come and join us. We do not consider ourselves to be a choir but just a group that enjoys singing. You do not need to read music. No prior musical ability is required or expected. We meet during term time on Thursdays between 1.45pm and 2.45pm at the Salvation Army Barn, 184 High Street, Cottenham. The first session is free, then, should you choose to join us there is a small weekly fee. We end each session with a cup of tea and a biscuit! If you would like further information please contact. Mary Garside 01954 204508 [email protected]

Slimming World Tuesday - All Saints Church Hall, Cottenham @ 9.30am or 11.30am and Histon Baptist Church @ 5.30pm or 7.30pm Thursday - The Cottenham Club, Lambs Lane @ 7.30pm Contact: Karen Newell Tel: 07742 680964 Email: [email protected] FB page: Slimming World Cottenham and Histon

Speedwatch Cottenham Community Speedwatch operates in the village and helps to educate motorists and raises awareness of the dangers of speeding, and to remind them of the speed limit. If you want to help make our village safer please get in touch: [email protected] or to find out more about becoming a Community Speedwatch volunteer contact: [email protected] or visit http://www.speedwatch.info/

Sports & Social Club Sustainable Cottenham Christine Ward 01954 251813 [email protected] http://www.sustainablecottenham.org.uk/ Sustainable Cottenham is a volunteer group of residents in Cottenham, linked as a working group to Cottenham Parish Council. Our aim is to encourage and help the residents and businesses of Cottenham to make changes to their lifestyles and practices in order

to improve the sustainability of the village and so make it a greener, cleaner and a better place for current and future residents.

Cottenham Theatre Email: [email protected] Workshop Website: www.cottenhamtheatre.com We are an amateur theatre group based in Cottenham and have been performing for the last 40+ years. We perform two shows every year – usually a pantomime in December and another production in the Spring. We’re always excited to welcome new people to be involved in every show. Whether that be treading the boards, helping out backstage or even being involved with our tech team and front of house staff! Please get in touch via email or visit our website to learn more. Tyrranochorus Village Society The Cottenham Village Society was formed in late 1970 in order to stimulate public interest in and care for the beauty, history and character of the village and its surroundings. We also take an interest in developments in the village especially historic and public amenities. So we have talks about historic buildings, objects and people, and exhibitions. Email [email protected] www.cottenhamvillagesociety.ukfamilies.com

Whirl & Twirl Round dancing is choreographed ballroom dancing. It is a social, non-competitive activity, for fun rather than competition. Dancers are directed verbally by the cuer so there is no need to memorize the whole dance. It is also challenging for the mind and body. The music covers a wide range and includes rhythms such as Waltz, Foxtrot, Cha Cha, Rumba and Tango.

Whirl & Twirl is a club which welcomes in people of all ages. It offers a family atmosphere with the opportunity to dance in a safe caring environment. Dancers learn at their own pace with no pressure placed upon them. Our round dance cuer will give guidance and advise whenever it is needed. The club holds club nights on Wednesday evenings throughout most of the year at 7 pm at the Cottenham Community Centre.

You are always welcome to come and see what we do. Alternatively you can contact Suzanne for more information in the evenings and at weekends on 07958 545 754. [email protected] www.whirlandtwirl.co.uk

WI There is lots on offer at your local WI group. We have an exciting programme of speakers, craft activities, a walking group, darts team, poetry club, a new lunch group and a bridge group. So do come along and join us. You will be very welcome. More information from Jill Ballard 01954 250605 or Margaret Briggs 01954 250870.

Yoga Yoga classes for all abilities promoting strength, flexibility and relaxation for both mind and body. Everyone welcome! Booking essential. Website: https://www.yogamiki.me Facebook: yogamiki Email: [email protected] Phone: 07884 256 773 Zumba The Latin-Inspired, Easy-To-Follow, Calorie-Burning, Dance-Fitness Party. At The Community Centre, High Street, Cottenham (Opposite the Co-op). £5 on the door, no reservation, just show up. Monday’s at 7-8pm and Thursday’s at 6-7pm Hosted by Jo & John Kinser- 07915 043205 Facebook Group: Zumba with Jo & John Cottenham

Leisure - Children Baby Café Feeding support and social. Friday 12-2pm, available all year round. Cottenham Baptist Church. https://www.facebook.com/cottenhambabycafe

Ballet ABM School of Ballet is based in Cambridgeshire and has been running for over 40 years. The School not only offers high quality Ballet sessions, they have a wide range of other movement classes for every age. Classes are structured, gently disciplined and develop not only the technique but also the creative and expressive talents unique to each participant. Lessons take place at Cottenham Village College on Wednesdays. Contact April Martin on 01954 200533 Email: [email protected] https://www.abmschoolofdance.co.uk/

Barn Lambs All ages. Craft, play, snacks, singing. Wednesday 9:30-11 Term time only, Salvation Army barn. £1.50 per family. [email protected],uk https://www.facebook.com/pg/cottenhamsachurch

Barn Owls All ages. Craft, play, snacks, singing. Tuesday 9:30-11 Term time only, Salvation Army barn. £1.50 per family. [email protected],uk https://www.facebook.com/pg/cottenhamsachurch

Beavers/Cubs/Scouts Scouting prepares young people with #SkillsForLife. Why not have a chat with your child and see if they are interested in getting outdoors with friends one evening a week? Beavers (5¾-7) runs on Tuesdays or Wednesdays, Cubs (8-9) has Monday or Friday options and Scouts (10-14) meet Mondays or Thursdays. Scouting is all volunteer-run so younger section membership is just £25/term and they can try out for free. We're on Margett street in Cottenham but get in touch first with email or FB. Join us!

Email: [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/cottenhamscouts

Brownies/Rainbows/Guides Girlguiding - Rainbows, Brownies and Guides are very active in Cottenham giving girls fun, adventure and the space to grow and discover their potential. Please contact Deanna Raven on [email protected] https://www.girlguiding.org.uk/information-for-parents/register-your- daughter/

Connections Youth Bus The Connections Bus Project (07853 795256 www.connectionsbusproject.org.uk) Youth Bus for young people in school year 7 upwards Thursday 7- 9pm on Recreation Ground, Lambs Lane. Babysitting Course – see website for details. Generation Game: for young people wishing to volunteer with the elderly – see website for details.

Cottenham Brass Juniors The band rehearse on Thursdays 6:15-7:30 at Landbeach Village hall and currently have 40 members aged between 8-17. For more information about the band please contact juniors@cottenham- brass.co.uk.

Cottenham Sewing Club A sewing club running on alternate Saturday mornings during term time to teach hand and machine sewing for children ages 6+. For more information please contact Gabriella on 07966 266 112 or [email protected].

Dad’s Play All ages. 2nd Saturday of the month 10.30-11.30am at the Community Centre. [email protected]

4th Dimension Dance Hartbeeps Friday 9.30-10.30am, 10-30-11.30am and 11.30-12.30pm in All Saints Hall. £6 per family (pay as you go but may need to book). https://www.hartbeeps.com/cambridge/classes

Little Bugs Pre-school. Friday afternoons at Ladybird Pre-School. [email protected]

Little Humbugs Singing group for under 3’s. Forthnightly, Wednesday 10-11am in the Community Centre. £2.50 per family. https://www.facebook.com/LittleHumbugsCottenham/ [email protected]

Little Saints All Saints Hall, Thursdays in term time 10.00-11.45 For children 0-4 and parents/carers. Lots of toys, snack, craft, song time. No charge (although donations welcome). Contact: [email protected] On Facebook (Little Saints, Cottenham)

Mucky Pups Messy Play Monday 10-11, Cottenham Community Centre. £5 per child (or £40 for a 10 session card). https://www.facebook.com/muckypupscottenham [email protected]

Ready Steady Dance Thursday 10-11am, term time only. In the Community Centre. £2 per family. [email protected]

Singing rhymes and songs Fortnightly, Mondays 11.15-11.45am at Cottenham Court Care with the residents of Home. https://www.facebook.com/groups/2487867244771259/ Cottenham Court [email protected]

The Roost All ages. 3rd Sunday of the month, 3-4.30pm at the Community Centre. [email protected]

Toy Library Fortnightly Fridays 11:15 – 12:15 from 18th Jan in Cottenham Community Centre. £2 per child or £3 per family, £1 for under 1s. https://cottenhamtoylibrary.co.uk/ https://www.facebook.com/cottenhamtoylibrary

Under Ones Under 1's meets on Mondays 1-3pm in the Baptist Church Hall where a warm welcome awaits you. Pop in with your baby for as long or short a time as you are able. There will be the opportunity to chat with others who are caring for a baby (from new born to 12 months old) and have a cuppa while the babies make their first friends! We also welcome 'mums to be' who would like to get to know a few people and get some support before the big event! For further details contact Paula on 07594692357 or [email protected]

Young Farmers

Sport Badminton Bowls Club Cottenham Bowls Club is a very friendly club with members from Cottenham and surrounding villages so come and give us a try. Everyone is welcome. Contact: Dave Parrack 01954 230732, Eric Hobbs 01954 251956, Christine Forster 01954 200720. www.hugofox.com/community/cottenham-bowls-club- 8286/home

Cottenham Jaguars Netball We train on Tuesday evenings during the winter at CVC. Club We train in Cottenham at CVC, on Tuesday evenings and cater for seniors, U16s, U14s & U12s. http://www.pitchero.com/clubs/cottenhamjaguarsnetballclub

Cottenham United FC Cottenham United FC currently have two senior teams playing in the Saturday Cambridgeshire FA Kershaw senior A league and division 3b in the Mead Plant & Grab league. Our home ground is the King George V recreation ground off Lambs Lane, Cottenham.

We are a friendly village club who would welcome any new players from the village to join us and strength our squad. For any further information please contact Ian Stuchbury, Chairman Cottenham Utd FC by email: [email protected] or mobile: 07771 882182.

Colts FC Cottenham United Colts is a FA Charter Standard club which provides footballing opportunities for Boys and Girls from the age of 5 to 17 for Cottenham and the surrounding area. We currently have 12 boys teams and 1 girls team, in addition we have an after school club promoting girls football which has been very successful with the expectation that this will develop into U8 and U10 girls teams next season. We also host a Monday night soccer school and a Thursday night Goalkeeper skills training.

For further details on our club please go to our website www.cottenhamunitedcolts.com.'

Cricket Club Cottenham Cricket Club was founded in 1852. We think it is the oldest sports club in the village still playing. We have a pool of more than 30 senior players aged from 14 to 50+ and more than 30 junior players. We play our matches on the Recreation Ground, off Lambs Lane, where we have some great facilities. For the 2019 season, we are running two men’s teams in the Cambridgeshire Cricket Association leagues – a 1st team in Senior 3 and a 2nd team in CCA Junior 4N. Matches take place on Saturday afternoons from May until early September. We are always on the look out for new players especially from within the village. If you are interested in joining us, please contact either our Club Secretary, David Chaplin (07827 157232) or Vice Chairman, Dave Partridge (01954 203210) or via email. We also have a very active junior cricket section. For the 2019 season, we have teams playing at U-11, U-13 and U-15 levels. Both boys and girls can play for these teams. The U-11s play with 10-a- side batting in pairs so that everybody gets a fair turn. The other teams play a slightly modified version of normal cricket. The junior season runs from the beginning of May until early July. Games are played on weekday evenings. Pre-season junior training with coaching is held in the Sports Centre at the Village College through March and April before moving outside from May onwards. We are always pleased to see new players. If you are interested please contact either our Vice Chairman, Dave Partridge or our Club Secretary - 01954 203210. The club also runs an All Stars program which is aimed at encouraging 5-8 year olds to take up the game. This has been a very successful program in the last couple of years. Sessions run on a Saturday morning for 8 weeks in early summer. More information and registration is available via www.ecb.co.uk/play/all-stars

http://cottenham.play-cricket.com/ email: [email protected]

Fen Edge Runners Fen Edge Runners meet every Thursday at 6:30pm on Cottenham Village Green. We are a non-profit community running club, open to all ages and abilities. We are a friendly, inclusive group and don’t take ourselves too seriously. Contact Clare for more information: [email protected], 01954 231806, https://www.facebook.com/FenEdgeRunners/

Gymnastics Club Classes at Cottenham Village College on Wednesdays: age 4-6 from 4.30 - 5.30pm age 7-9 from 5.30 - 6.30pm age 10+ from 6.30 - 7.30pm (British Gymnastics Member) Contact Paula Cook 07956 648611

Karate Club Cambridge ESKA Karate Club (English Shotokan Karate Association) The association was established 40 years ago this year, (1979) and Lewis Hamilton, Formula One Champion gained his Black Belt with us. Fully qualified and experienced instructors.

We train at Cottenham Village College Gymnasium every Thursday evening from 6pm until 8pm. We additionally train at 2 other Dojos in Cambridge.

Senior Instructor - Sesnei Jeff Rand Godan (5th Dan). Contact: 07798627800 Email: [email protected]

Website: www.Cambridgeeska.co.uk Cambridge ESKA | Traditional Shotokan | Cambridge Karate The association of which we are a part was founded in 1979 and is one of the most successful and respected associations in the United Kingdom. The founder and Chief instructor is Sensei Mike Nursey (9th Dan). The association is lively and vibrant. www.cambridgeeska.co.uk

Kettlebells Cambridge Kettlebells Contact: William Prideaux-Brune Mobile: 07967 184 342 Email: [email protected] Web: www.cambridgekettlebells.co.uk

Over Power Fitness Renegades Rugby Cottenham Renegades is a rugby union club based in the village. We are a one team club that has a strong emphasis on having fun while doing our best on the pitch. We are always looking for bright new talent but welcome stale old talent too! If you currently play for a club but it is now a long way away, have played in the past or would just like to try rugby to see if it is for you, please get in touch. Our website is renegadesrugby.net, or if you would like to talk, please call 07966 404 813. When the evenings are dark we train at the village college on Tuesdays from 7:30 (on the all-weather pitches behind the school). When the evenings are brighter, we train on the Recreation Ground from 7:00pm. We play home games on the rugby pitch behind the Village College (details of fixtures are on our

website). If you are the slightest bit tempted by any of the above, come and try us out. You will not regret it.

Roller Hockey Club Tae Kwon Do Classes for Beginners - learn the Korean martial art, keep fit, practice self-defence. Suitable from age 5 upwards. 12.30-2.30, Saturdays, Cottenham Village College (Gymnasium). Contact: Bruce Lapthorn 01354 693554 / 07816 032265. Email: [email protected] www.bl-taekwondo-schools.co.uk

Tennis Club We are a growing, friendly club with good value membership and professional coaching for all the family in the village. We play throughout the year on 4 floodlit courts behind Cottenham Village College and always welcome new members. If you are interested in playing matches we have mens, mixed and ladies doubles teams. Otherwise try our Rusty Rackets and Social tennis on Wednesday evenings 7.30-9.30pm and look out for our Tennis For Free events too.

Enquiries: Tel: 01954 488413 Email: [email protected] Web: www.cottenhamtennis.co.uk Membership: Tel: 01954 288760 Email: [email protected]

Cottenham Sports Centre

Facilities Cambridge Building Society 236 High Street, Cottenham

Cambridge Kids Club (after school) Cottenham Village Hall, Lambs Lane 01223 622848 www.cambridgekidsclub.com

Co-op 273 High Street, Cottenham

Costcutter 288 High Street, Cottenham

Cottenham CareCar Foodbank Cottenham Foodbank distribution runs every Wednesday 1.30-2.30pm from the Baptist Church Hall as a satellite from the Ely branch of the Trussell Trust. A red voucher will be needed from a professional who knows the situation e.g. GP, schools and nursery, Social Care, Housing, Citizens Advice Bureau etc. We also now encourage people to bring along their own bags. If you or someone you know is in need of emergency food please do not hesitate to come along. For further information: www.elyfoodbank.org.uk

Library 12 Margett Street, Cottenham

Mobile Warden scheme Shaun’s convenience & post office 145 High Street, Cottenham 01954 250398

Village Vet 66 High Street, Cottenham 01954 252122 www.villagevet.co.uk

Well Pharmacy 222 High Street, Cottenham 01954 250556

Food and Drink Barkers Bakery 234 High Street, Cottenham 01954 250785 www.barkers-bakery.co.uk

The Chequers Overlooking the war memorial sits the 180 year old Chequers public house. The Chequers team would like to welcome you to a family friendly free house pub with bar and restaurant, offering real ales and good value, fantastic food. The main menu offers pub classics and exciting specials at an affordable price, with roasts (and more) on Sundays served from 12 until 3. We also offer authentic Italian pizzas to eat-in or takeaway, made in a wood-fired oven in the garden. In the bar there are a variety of cask ales including Adnams, and a constantly changing range of guest ales together with a varied wine list to suit all palates and pockets! We can also offer Aspall cider on draft, a range of lagers, and the ever popular draught Guiness, spirits, soft drinks and a selection of teas and coffees, plus free wifi. 297 High Street, Cottenham 01954 488201 www.chequers-cottenham.co.uk

The Cottenham Club Great venue for parties, open every Friday evening, cheap membership and members discount on most events, snooker table, darts, annual motor bike show, monthly rock nights, monthly bingo, wifi, cheap bar and family friendly venue. Contact us via our Facebook page at The Cottenham Club

Cottenham Fish Shop (fish & 272 High Street, Cottenham chips/Chinese takeaway) 01954 250004

Cottenham Grill Kebabs Recreation Ground, Lambs Lane, Cottenham 07448 890633

The Curry Palace (Indian 215 High Street, Cottenham restaurant) 01954 252506 www.currypalacecottenham.com

The Hop Bind The Hop Bind is a wonderful, old former coaching inn that sits at the centre of the Cambridgeshire village of Cottenham where Sharon and Lance offer you a warm welcome. A classic and comfortable pub serving decent ales, beers, lagers, ciders, a range of gins, and other beverages, and pub snacks. 212 High Street, Cottenham 01954 252777 www.thehopbind.co.uk

Not Just Baguettes We offer filled sandwiches, baguettes, freshly baked bread, cakes and pastries. Deli meats, local and continental cheeses. Buffets available. Coffee. 1 Watsons Yard, Cottenham 01954 206180 www.facebook.com/notjustbaguettes

The Wagon & Horses Real ale, dog friendly, traditional pub games, sports tv. 69 Margett Street, Cottenham

Health Services Child Health Clinics 0-5 years These are drop-in clinics where you can talk to a member of the health visiting team about you and your child. Self- weighing stations are also available in clinics. Updated information can be found at the following website: www.cambscommunityservices.nhs.uk First Wednesday of the month, 12.45-2.15pm. Cottenham Pavilion, Recreation Ground, Lambs Lane

Cottenham Dental Practice 40 Margett Street 01954 251696

Firs House Partnership 42 Telegraph Street 01954 251180

The Cottenham Surgery 188 High Street 01954 250079

Religion All Saints’ Church Rector: Revd Lynda Davies 01954 583651 [email protected]

All Saints’ is the Parish Church for the villages of Cottenham and Rampton. We are a growing church of people of all ages and would love to welcome you. We have two services on a Sunday morning – a traditional service of Holy Communion at 8.30am, and a more informal

service at 10.30 (Holy Communion 1st, 3rd and 4th Sundays; All-Age on the 2nd Sunday). Our worship is a mix of choir/organ and band led and we aim to sing the best of both traditional and modern hymns. We are the parish church – a church in the village for the village - so have a lot of christenings, weddings and funerals. The church is open every day. Why not pop in for some quiet space, use the prayer resources or just wander around. We have a modern Church Hall directly opposite, which can be hired for parties, private functions (email: [email protected] ). Welcome to the village! We look forward to welcoming you to the church!

Baptist Church Rev Kate Lees [email protected] www.cottenhambaptist.org.uk 01954 252378

We are a small friendly church seeking to serve God in the community in which we live. We meet every Sunday at 10.30am with time to chat over coffee, tea, and biscuits afterwards. We also run an Under 1’s group on Mondays (1-3pm), Foodbank on Wednesday (1.30-3pm) and various youth activities on Sunday evening. To find out more contact us via email, phone, or find us on Facebook.

Salvation Army Sunday Worship: 10.30am – 11.45am Coffee Fellowship: 11.45am-12.30pm

Barn Mums Craft Night – (For Mums who attend Barn Owls & Barn Lambs) - We meet in the Salvation Army Barn on the first Friday Evening of every month 8.00pm-9.30pm Cost = £5.00 – Tea/Coffee & Cake provided. Different craft activities every month. Please call for details

Ladies Fellowship - We meet in the Salvation Army Barn, once a month on a Saturday morning, 10.30am-12noon Cost of £4.00 – Tea/Coffee & Cake provided. Different activities / craft every month. Please call for details

Email address: [email protected],uk Contact Graham Barratt: 01954 252 419 www.salvationarmy.org.uk/cottenham Facebook Page: Cottenham Salvation Army Church The Salvation Army Church, 184 High Street, Cottenham

Schools & Nurseries Cottenham Primary School Lambs Lane 01954 250227 www.cottenhamprimary.co.uk

Cottenham Village College High Street 01954 288944 www.astreacottenham.org

Ladybird Preschool King George V Playing Field, Lambs Lane 01954 250891 www.ladybirdpreschool.org

Other Arthur Rank charity shop B&C Motors Cambridge Furniture Makers Churchend Carpets Cottenham Barber Shop Cottenham Cutz & Beauty Cottenham Tyre & Autocentre Dentons Carpets Edwards Furniture Frameworks Gawthrops Butchers Les Ward Fruit & Veg RJ Pepper & Son (funeral directors) Sarah Jane Hairdressing Travis Perkins Waggle Bumz (dog grooming)

Parish Communications Facebook Cottenham Cottenham; buy, sell, free or wanted Cottenham Notice Board

Noticeboards (Parish) High Street (Post Office and Arthur Rank) Lambs Lane Tenison Manor

Noticeboards (Community) Broad Lane/High Street junction Village Green

Village Newsletter www.cottenhamnews.org.uk Email: [email protected] www.facebook.com/cottenhamnewsletter

Local Organised Events Preloved (Jumble) Sale, The Salvation Army Barn - Last Thursday of the month, 10am-11.30am Fun Run – May Fen Edge Festival – June (every other year) Cottenham Feast Parade - October Carols on the Green – 2nd Tuesday in December

Local Government Cottenham Parish Council, Community Centre, 250a High Street, Cottenham, Cambs CB24 8RZ Website: www.cottenhampc.org.uk www.facebook.com/cottenhamparishcouncil

Parish Clerk: Mrs Jo Brook Tel: 07503328401 Email: [email protected]

Assistant Clerk: Mrs Sam McManners Tel: 07490 459130 Email: [email protected]

Finance Officer: Mrs Debbie Seabright Email: [email protected]

Parish Councillors Chair - Frank Morris [email protected] Tel: 07768 713084 Vice Chair - Ian Young [email protected] Nigel Bolitho [email protected] Rex Collinson [email protected] Rosemary Dahlqvist [email protected] Tom Dewey [email protected] Jonathan Graves [email protected] Mary Kidston [email protected] Martin McCarthy [email protected] David Mudd [email protected] Tony Nicholas [email protected] Brian Smith [email protected] Christine Ward [email protected] John Wilson [email protected] Tim Wotherspoon [email protected]

County Councillor Tim Wotherspoon [email protected] Tel: 01954 242108

District Councillors Neil Gough [email protected] Tel: 07919 990299

Eileen Wilson [email protected] Tel: 07825 770899

MP Heidi Allen Broadway House, 149-151 St Neots Road, Hardwick, Cambs CB23 7QJ Tel: 01223 830037 Email: [email protected] www.heidisouthcambs.co.uk