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Wednesday, September 10, 2025
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The Fenlander is a regular bulletin from Fenland District Council updating on council news, events and services. |
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We're just days away from the next Fenland Four Seasons event Whittlesey Festival and it's promising to be packed with fun and attractions.
This month, we also have a free Golden Age event for over 60s.
We bring you news of town centre improvements in March and to Wisbech Park.
Don't miss the chance to have your say on a Public Space Protection Order in Wisbech and Whittlesey leisure centre proposals.
We also have news and advice from our Community Safety Team including fraud prevention tips.
Discover all this and more in this month's The Fenlander.
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Whittlesey Festival 2025 is promising fun for all
Whittlesey Festival is back on Sunday (September 14) and is promising to be a fabulous day filled with fun for all. The event will include a parade, live performances, rides, a craft fair, dozens of stalls, 170 classic vehicles and an exhibition of school pupils' art. The event takes place in the town centre, 10am to 4pm. Discover more: Whittlesey Festival 2025 is promising fun for all |
New water features make a splash at Wisbech Park
Photo above: Wisbech Park Splashpad new water features
Families visiting Wisbech Park this summer have enjoyed even more fun in the sun after two new water features were installed at the park's Splashpad. The upgrade forms part of Fenland District Council's ongoing investment in the Splashpad as part of its 'Fenland Inspire!' campaign, aimed at enhancing public spaces and leisure facilities across the district. Other improvements planned for the attraction include new picnic benches and shaded canopy areas. See more: New water features make a splash at Wisbech Park |
March town transformation continues
Photo above: New look area of March. From left, March mayor and Fenland district councillor Andrew Woollard, with district councillors Jan French, Steve Count, Chris Seaton.
Residents and visitors are enjoying another transformed area of March town centre, following the sprucing up of a gateway point to the town. A patch of High Street outside Iceland now has new planters, paving and street furniture. See more: March town transformation continues |
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Consultations
Have your say to help us improve our services and make more informed decisions.
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Have your say on renewal of Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) in Wisbech
People are being asked for their views on whether to continue a legal order which clamps down on antisocial behaviour associated with an alleyway in Wisbech. The survey is open until 11.59pm on Sunday (September 14). See more: Have your say on renewal of Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) in Wisbech |
Residents invited to shape the future of Manor Leisure Centre - Fenland District Council
Fenland District Council is inviting residents, leisure centre users and community groups to take part in a public engagement process that will help shape the redevelopment of the Manor Leisure Centre in Whittlesey. The Council is planning to redevelop the centre as part of its 'Fenland Inspire!' campaign, aimed at enhancing leisure facilities and public spaces across the district. Now, in partnership with its development partner Alliance Leisure, an online survey has been launched to gather views on how the facility could best serve the needs of the community in the years ahead. See more: Residents invited to shape the future of Manor Leisure Centre |
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All aboard! Travel Buddies project expands thanks to additional funding
A project aimed at increasing peoples' confidence using public transport is now open to even more Fenland residents. Fenland District Council's Travel Buddies project launched earlier this year thanks to Care Together funding from Cambridgeshire County Council. Aimed at residents aged 65 and over, it offers free days out to help people gain confidence using public transport and make new social connections. Now the project is being expanded to offer opportunities to adults aged 40-64 that would benefit, thanks to extra funding from Greater Anglia's Customer and Community Improvement Fund. See more: All aboard! Travel Buddies project expands thanks to additional funding |
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Active Fenland promotes and provides informal and fun sport and physical activity sessions in community settings in Fenland. |
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Funfairs coming to Fenland - Sept/Oct 2025
Don't forget, funfairs will arrive in Fenland towns for their regular visits in September and October. Arrival of the fairs will impact some Fenland District Council car parks. Fairs are due in Wisbech, March and Whittlesey. Discover more: Funfairs coming to Fenland - Sept/Oct 2025 |
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Don't miss free Golden Age event for over 60s
Over 60s are invited to enjoy free entry and refreshments at an event where they can browse information stands on services, support and opportunities tailored to them. The event is the latest Fenland District Council Golden Age where a broad range of service providers have stands giving information on everything from exercise classes to finances. Visitors also go home with a goodie bag. The next Golden Age event is on Friday, September 26, 10am to 1pm, at Wisbech St Mary Sports & Community Centre, Beechings Close, Wisbech St Mary, PE13 4SS. Discover more: Over 60s invited to free event |
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Community safety events and advice
In our role as a member of Fenland Community Safety Partnership we highlight below some current key messages and events
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Beware rental fraud
Rental fraud happens when would-be tenants are tricked into paying an upfront fee to rent a property. In reality, the property does not exist, has already been rented out, or has been rented to multiple victims at the same time. The victim loses the upfront fee they have paid and is not able to rent the property they thought they had secured with the payment. Fraudsters create fake listings on legitimate rental platforms to lure victims into rental scams. You, or someone you trust, should always view the property before you make payment. Discover more: Rental fraud advice on Action Fraud's website |
Protect yourself from pension fraud
Savers and those reaching retirement age are being warned to protect their pensions and look out for criminals trying to trick people out of their life savings. Action Fraud, with support from the Pension Scams Action Group (PSAG), launched a pension fraud awareness campaign, warning people to take extra measures to protect their pension scheme accounts and to be cautious of investment opportunity offers from criminals that could be targeting them. Get tips on staying safe: #ProtectYourPension with Action Fraud |
Meet Fenland's Community Safety Team
Representatives of Fenland's Community Safety Partnership attend and run community events to allow people to discuss concerns and access advice and information. They will be at:
- Doddington Church Rooms, New Street, Doddington, March, PE15 0SP; Friday, October 17, 11am to 1pm
- Walsoken Village Hall, 53 Kirkgate Street, Wisbech PE13 3QX; Tuesday, November 4, 9.30am to 11am
- Parson Drove Village Hall, Main Road, Parson Drove, Wisbech PE13 4LA; Tuesday, December 2, 10am to noon.
Community Safety Partnerships are made up of the police, local authorities, fire and rescue services, health and probation services. Not all partners are present at all events. Discover more about the Community Safety Partnership at: Fenland Community Safety Partnership webpage |
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Business Premises
Starting or expanding your business? Looking for affordable offices or factory units? We can help! Our business premises and industrial units are ideal for small and start-up businesses.
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- The Boathouse Business Centre
The Boathouse overlooks the marina in Wisbech. It is just a short walk from the town centre and is easily accessible from the A47.
- South Fens Business Centre
South Fens Business Centre, in Chatteris, is next to the A141 and A142 - offering easy access to Ely, March, Huntingdon, Cambridge and beyond.
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NHS Hearing Aid Maintenance Drop-Ins
Free hearing aid maintenance drop-in sessions are available regularly in Fenland, provided by Cambridgeshire Deaf Association Hearing Help Team. At the sessions you can have your NHS hearing aid cleaned, re-tubed, get replacement ear hooks and batteries. Wisbech sessions are the first Wednesday of the month, every other month, with the next session being:
- Wednesday, October 1; 2pm to 3.30pm; at Queen Mary Centre, Queens Road, Wisbech, PE13 2PE.
For further details on Cambridge Deaf Association and it services see: Cambridge Deaf Association website. |
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Don’t forget to Do It Online
The quickest and easiest way to apply, report, find or pay via Fenland District Council is usually our website. Available 24 hours a day whenever it’s most convenient for you. |
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