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The new video blogs are released in a number of languages to help people understand about the national changes coming into effect on 'Freedom Day'.

Community champions release video blogs ahead of July 19 changes

Venues in the area are looking forward to being able to operate normally again on 'Freedom Day' but many are acting with caution.

Venues in the area are looking forward to being able to operate normally again on 'Freedom Day' but many are acting with caution.

Pubs and restaurants respond to ‘Freedom Day’

Jyoti Atri and Jonathan Lewis, directors of public health and education in Cambridgeshire, have issued an urgent plea to schools as new figures show rising Covid-19 numbers.

Jyoti Atri and Jonathan Lewis, directors of public health and education in Cambridgeshire, have issued an urgent plea to schools as new figures show rising Covid-19 numbers.

Schools told to show caution after lockdown from July 19

Prime Minister Boris Johnson during a media briefing in Downing Street, London, on coronavirus (Covid-19). Picture date: Monday July 12, 2021.

Prime Minister Boris Johnson during a media briefing in Downing Street, London, on coronavirus (Covid-19). Picture date: Monday July 12, 2021.

In-depth: Boris Johnson's Covid 'freedom day' speech

Mr Javid said it was the

Mr Javid said it was the

'If not now, when?' - Health Secretary confirms July 19 unlocking

Chris Newman (left), who runs Homme Nouveau in Whittlesey, is ready to return to near normality as lockdown restrictions are due to be eased on July 19.

Chris Newman (left), who runs Homme Nouveau in Whittlesey, is ready to return to near normality as lockdown restrictions are due to be eased on July 19.

Unlock completely says restaurateur after '18 months of hell'

'Learn to live with Covid' - PM to reveal major easing of lockdown rules

Social distancing may no longer be required from July 19 as part of plans to end England's lockdown restrictions.

Social distancing may no longer be required from July 19 as part of plans to end England's lockdown restrictions.

Social distancing may end on July 19, reports suggest

Food and drink event Foodies Festival is set to return to Cambridge this summer with a tasty line-up of top chefs.

Food and drink event Foodies Festival is set to return to Cambridge this summer with a tasty line-up of top chefs.

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Fabulous Foodies Festival is good to go at Cambridge this summer

Should ‘Freedom Day’ still go ahead on June 21?

Should ‘Freedom Day’ still go ahead on June 21?

Have your say! Should 'Freedom Day' still go ahead on June 21?

Exhibitors at the Ely Spring Pagan and Alternative Fayre 2021 yesterday (Sunday).

Exhibitors at the Ely Spring Pagan and Alternative Fayre 2021 yesterday (Sunday).

Lockdown easing

‘So much to see’ as alternative fayre returns for first time since 2019

Families and younger fans can enjoy Flying Days: Showtime at IWM Duxford.

Families and younger fans can enjoy Flying Days: Showtime at IWM Duxford.

IWM Duxford announces final six Flying Days of the year and other family events for 2021

Jonathan Slinger as John and Rosie Sheehy as Carol in Oleanna by David Mamet. The production is coming to Cambridge Arts Theatre.

Jonathan Slinger as John and Rosie Sheehy as Carol in Oleanna by David Mamet. The production is coming to Cambridge Arts Theatre.

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Controversial sexual harassment drama opens new Cambridge Arts Theatre season

Socially-distanced events series The Estate Festival will take place at Turvey House, Bedfordshire, from May 27 to June 27.

Socially-distanced events series The Estate Festival will take place at Turvey House, Bedfordshire, from May 27 to June 27.

Lockdown easing

Line-up announced for five-week socially-distanced festival series

Jess Glynne will be returning to Newmarket Nights this August.

Jess Glynne will be returning to Newmarket Nights this August.

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Jess Glynne returns to racecourse for Newmarket Nights concert this summer

American artist Kehinde Wiley's portrait 'Saint Adelaide' is now on display at The Stained Glass Museum in Ely.

American artist Kehinde Wiley's portrait 'Saint Adelaide' is now on display at The Stained Glass Museum in Ely.

Museum reopens with portrait by world-famous artist

Hifields festival 2021 takes place at Chippenham Park near Ely on July 3 and 4.

Hifields festival 2021 takes place at Chippenham Park near Ely on July 3 and 4.

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Hifields to bring world-class artists and 6,000 festival-goers to Cambridgeshire countryside

Jonathan Lewis (left) is urging parents to remain cautious and test pupils regularly as lockdown restrictions ease.

Jonathan Lewis (left) is urging parents to remain cautious and test pupils regularly as lockdown restrictions ease.

Lockdown easing

Twice weekly lateral flow tests vital for pupils says school boss

Newmarket Racecourses are preparing to welcome up to 4,000 spectators to the Rowley Mile course as lockdown restrictions are eased.

Newmarket Racecourses are preparing to welcome up to 4,000 spectators to the Rowley Mile course as lockdown restrictions are eased.

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Horse racing fans to return to Newmarket as lockdown eases

From left: Temptation at the Sportsman, Elm; middle: tempting choices at Snack Shack and right: Blues Restaurant, Leverington Road. Exquisite desserts. These, they say, are a few of our favourite things.

From left: Temptation at the Sportsman, Elm; middle: tempting choices at Snack Shack and right: Blues Restaurant, Leverington Road. Exquisite desserts. These, they say, are a few of our favourite things.

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Welcome back to the food capital of the Fens

Three snapshots merging - but individually from three separate pubs and restaurant from our editor's selection. The roadmap out of lockdown is happening, at last.

Three snapshots merging - but individually from three separate pubs and restaurant from our editor's selection. The roadmap out of lockdown is happening, at last.

Lockdown easing - 11 pubs and restaurants say welcome back

Pubs, including Ye Olde Griffin Hotel in March and The Kings Arms, Minster Tavern and The Hereward in Ely, are reopening on May 17.

Pubs, including Ye Olde Griffin Hotel in March and The Kings Arms, Minster Tavern and The Hereward in Ely, are reopening on May 17.

Lockdown easing

Here’s what the post-lockdown pub experience will look like

Welney Wetland Centre hides re-open on May 17: birdwatching from hide

Welney Wetland Centre hides re-open on May 17: birdwatching from hide

Lockdown easing

All you need to know about Welney Wetland Centre reopening

In February, Ely Foodbank was 'overwhelmed' by 650kg of donations. Social media admin Georgie's home was the delivery address for the wishlist donations. She is pictured hiding amongst the boxes which took over her whole kitchen and living room.

In February, Ely Foodbank was 'overwhelmed' by 650kg of donations. Social media admin Georgie's home was the delivery address for the wishlist donations. She is pictured hiding amongst the boxes which took over her whole kitchen and living room.

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Foodbank distribution centres to re-open as lockdown eases

Nathan Smith, manager of The Luxe cinema in Wisbech, with Wisbech Lions Club president Lion Alan, membership chair and second vice-president Lion Marilyn, and club secretary Lion Bill.

Nathan Smith, manager of The Luxe cinema in Wisbech, with Wisbech Lions Club president Lion Alan, membership chair and second vice-president Lion Marilyn, and club secretary Lion Bill.

Lions commend cinema manager for lockdown volunteering

Charlie Day (centre) is excited to fully reopen his burger café and takeaway after opening the business last November.

Charlie Day (centre) is excited to fully reopen his burger café and takeaway after opening the business last November.

Burger entrepreneur excited to reopen as lockdown eases on May 17

Shoppers may be allowed to ditch the masks from next month. Pictured are shopping in Norwich wearing masks

Shoppers may be allowed to ditch the masks from next month. Pictured are shopping in Norwich wearing masks

Masks scrapped 'as early as next month' and over 35s jabs 'soon'

Wisbech Rugby Club's junior players have been training since outdoor grassroots sport was permitted from March 29.

Wisbech Rugby Club's junior players have been training since outdoor grassroots sport was permitted from March 29.

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Lockdown fails to dampen spirits at Wisbech Rugby Club

On Sunday June 27, Babylon ARTS are bringing Lamphouse Theatre to Jubilee Gardens with two, free performances of their Suitcase Shakespeare Romeo & Juliet show.

On Sunday June 27, Babylon ARTS are bringing Lamphouse Theatre to Jubilee Gardens with two, free performances of their Suitcase Shakespeare Romeo & Juliet show.

Lockdown easing

Live music, comedy, theatre and much more at Ely Arts Festival

The Light Cinema Wisbech has announced it will reopen on May 28.

The Light Cinema Wisbech has announced it will reopen on May 28.

Lockdown easing

The Light Cinema Wisbech to reopen at the end of the month

The wonderful Jezue cafe and restaurant on the Bambers site at in Lynn Road, Wisbech, has been able to feed happy customers like these outdoors. But from May 17 customers can once again venture inside - and enjoy.

The wonderful Jezue cafe and restaurant on the Bambers site at in Lynn Road, Wisbech, has been able to feed happy customers like these outdoors. But from May 17 customers can once again venture inside - and enjoy.

Lockdown easing on May 17 will mean so much to so many of us

Magic Goes Wrong can be seen at Cambridge Arts Theatre from Tuesday, August 10 to Saturday, August 21.

Magic Goes Wrong can be seen at Cambridge Arts Theatre from Tuesday, August 10 to Saturday, August 21.

Lockdown easing

Cambridge Arts Theatre announces new season programme for when venue finally reopens

Nina Daley (pictured) is the owner of Fancy Fayre.

Nina Daley (pictured) is the owner of Fancy Fayre.

Lockdown easing

Town centre gift shop re-opens with a new look following lockdown refit

You will be able to enjoy great food at the Cambridge Foodies Festival.

You will be able to enjoy great food at the Cambridge Foodies Festival.

Lockdown easing

'Gastro-Glastonbury' returns as Foodies Festival set for Cambridge

Visitors meeting the foals at The National Stud

Visitors meeting the foals at The National Stud

Lockdown easing

National Stud tours go under starter’s orders

Dozens of pints were pulled and enjoyed by outdoor punters at The Three Pickerels in Mepal over the weekend.

Dozens of pints were pulled and enjoyed by outdoor punters at The Three Pickerels in Mepal over the weekend.

Lockdown easing

Cheers! Busy first weekend back for pub post-lockdown

A Popular Cambridgeshire car boot sale returns after a year as hundreds turn up and buy and sell.Skylark Garden Centre, Wimblington Sunday 18 April 2021. Picture by Terry Harris.

A Popular Cambridgeshire car boot sale returns after a year as hundreds turn up and buy and sell.Skylark Garden Centre, Wimblington Sunday 18 April 2021. Picture by Terry Harris.

Lockdown easing

Hundreds go bargain hunting in the sun at first car boot since lockdown

Lauren Siddons reopened the doors to her beauty salon, Be Fabulous, in March as Covid-19 lockdown measures eased.

Lauren Siddons reopened the doors to her beauty salon, Be Fabulous, in March as Covid-19 lockdown measures eased.

Lockdown easing

Salon owner grateful 'back doing what I love'

A Spitfire (front) and a Hurricane (back) fly in tandem.

A Spitfire (front) and a Hurricane (back) fly in tandem.

IWM Duxford set to reopen fully and new flying days announced

B&R Restaurant's new outdoor garden in March, which will be open all year round for food and drink, has a pod and covered decking area. For cold days and chilly evenings, there are patio heaters and blankets.

B&R Restaurant's new outdoor garden in March, which will be open all year round for food and drink, has a pod and covered decking area. For cold days and chilly evenings, there are patio heaters and blankets.

Lockdown easing

Heated dining pod and covered decking area at restaurant after garden makeover

Arbuckles, which has restaurants in Downham Market and Ely, has launched bright pink ‘special selfie areas’ ahead of its reopening on May 17.

Arbuckles, which has restaurants in Downham Market and Ely, has launched bright pink ‘special selfie areas’ ahead of its reopening on May 17.

Lockdown easing

Restaurant launches bright pink ‘selfie areas’ ahead of reopening

Drinkers catching up outside The Globe pub in Wisbech.

Drinkers catching up outside The Globe pub in Wisbech.

Lockdown easing

Businesses reopen as lockdown restrictions ease