Ely Cathedral, ElySat 5 Jun 2010, 14:30 |
This ceremony is now full. |
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| From | To | Details | |
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| 10:00 | 13:30 | Car parking available at various sites |  |
| 10:00 | 13:30 | Registration in marquee on St Cross Green, close to Ely Cathedral North Door | |
| 10:30 | 13:00 | Robing in marquee on St Cross Green, close to Ely Cathedral North Door; official photography in Lady Chapel, Ely Cathedral - approach by external North Door | |
| 10:30 | 18:00 | Refreshments available at King's School Hayward Theatre site | |
| 13:00 | 14:15 | Graduates and guests admitted to the Cathedral | |
| 14:00 | 14:30 | Programme of Organ Music | |
| 14:30 | 16:00 | Ceremony takes place | |
| 16:00 | 17:00 | All hired robes to be returned | |
back to topContacts
Please note, all information about this ceremony will be sent via e-mail. If we do not hold an e-mail address on file for you this mailing will be posted. If you require further information before the day please contact the ceremony Co-ordinator, Shirley Rockingham, at The Open University in the East of England, Cintra House, 12 Hills Road, Cambridge, CB2 1PF. Tel: 01223 364721.
Address
Ely Cathedral
Chapter House
The College
Ely
Cambs
CB7 4DL
Website
http://www.cathedral.ely.anglican.org
On the day contacts
The contact point for graduates on the day of the ceremony will be The Open University registration desk in the marquee on St Cross Green. In the event of an emergency, please leave a message on 07920 247592.
back to topThe location
Ely Cathedral
Ely Cathedral is famous for its Norman nave and its 14th Century Octagon and Lady Chapel. The contrast between the solemnity of the nave and the light flooding into the transept from the Octagon, provides a memorable setting for our degree ceremony and the celebration of the achievements of our graduates.
It can feel cold in the Cathedral, even on a warm day so we would advise you and your guests to dress accordingly.
The Cathedral is open to visitors as usual before the ceremony, so you are advised to take care of your personal belongings. Neither the Open University nor the Cathedral authorities can take any responsibility for loss or damage to personal property.
Smoking is not permitted in the Cathedral, the Kings School Hayward Theatre or the marquee.
Overnight stay
Details of accommodation in the area, and other information, is available on the East Cambs District Council website:
http://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/tourism
back to topGetting there
By car
Ely is situated on the A10 with easy access to the M11. It is 16 miles from Cambridge, 36 miles from Peterborough, 55 miles from Norwich and 72 miles from London.
Parking
Although there are public car parks in Ely, space is very limited. We arrange for special additional parking within the city and therefore strongly advise you to use the car park designated to you. Details of the car parking that is available will be sent to you automatically before the ceremony.
By train
Ely railway station is situated on the south side of Ely and approximately 10 minutes walk from the Cathedral. There are a few taxis but no regular bus service. There are regular train services from London, Peterborough, Norwich and King's Lynn.
By bus or coach
There is no local regular bus service.
back to topOn the day
Arrival and registration
Please register from 10:00 in the marquee on St Cross Green on the north side of the Cathedral. Your entry tickets and any further information will be given to you at registration. You are advised to arrive early and no later than 13:00 to allow sufficient time for collection of robes, for photography and for refreshments.
Robing
Graduate robing will take place in a marquee on St. Cross Green on the north side of the Cathedral. Gowns will be available from 10:30.
Details of gowns can be found under Helpful info.
The ceremony
A programme of organ music commences approximately 30 minutes before the ceremony and you are asked to be in your seats no later than fifteen minutes before the start of the ceremony. The ceremony is expected to last approximately one and a quarter hours.
Pronunciation
If your name has an unusual pronunciation that you would like to clarify for your on-stage presentation, please telephone Shirley Rockingham on 01223 364721 as soon as possible to ensure that the Graduate Presenter pronounces your name correctly.
Photography
The photographers will be available from 10:30 until 13:30 (scrolls are provided).
Details of the service provided by Ede and Ravenscroft Photography Ltd can be found under Helpful info.
back to topFacilities
Refreshments
Refreshment facilities for graduates and guests will be available from 10:30 until 18:00 at the King's School Hayward Theatre site. Refreshment vouchers will be given to you at registraton and these will allow you to collect a small picnic lunch or tea. Other items, such as strawberries and cream, champagne, tea and coffee, will be available for cash purchase if required.
Please note that eating inside the Cathedral is not permitted by the Cathedral authorities.
In addition, there are a number of cafes and restaurants within easy reach of the Cathedral, they are likely to be busy, so you may wish to book in advance. Further information provided by East Cambs District Council can be found at: http://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/tourism
Access
Provisions can be made for graduates and any guests that have disabilities. Please contact Learner Support at the Regional Centre (Tel: 01223 361851) before the ceremony to discuss any special arrangements.
A hearing loop is available in the transepts and crossing of the Cathedral. The South door only has level access for wheelchairs, and those with restricted mobility and visual impairments.
A ramp and steps will be provided for access to the stage. Graduates using a wheelchair or with mobility difficulties may choose to process on to the stage or to consider an auditorium presentation.
Toilets
Public toilets and facilities for people with disabilities are available very near to the Cathedral. Additional temporary toilets are available at the King's School Hayward Theatre site.
Cloakroom
There are no cloakroom facilities at Ely Cathedral.
First aid
The St John Ambulance Brigade has kindly agreed to provide a first-aid service for the ceremony. Their post will be inside the main West Door of the Cathedral.
Emergency evacuation
In the event of an emergency the instructions of the Cathedral officers should be followed.
Children
Children aged 4 and under can attend the ceremony free of charge, provided they sit on an accompanying adult's lap.
There is no room to accommodate buggies within the nave of the Cathedral.
Creche
There are no crèche facilities available at this venue.
This ceremony is now full.