THE NESS CLUB CLASSES
The Ness Club, an intimate haven where members connect and explore curated wellness experiences; fostering bonds that enrich mind, body and spirit.
Explore a variety of classes from Yoga to Hit, all designed to support your wellness journey.
PUMPKIN TRAIL
Explore the village and see if you can find all the pumpkins!
Bring the kids along, pick up a trail sheet, and explore our charming independent shops. Once you've completed the trail, swing by the café to claim your tasty treat!
No need to book—just show up and enjoy the autumnal magic.
BEN'S YARD MAKERS’ MARKETS
Third Saturday Of Every Month: 10am-4pm
Explore Ben's Yard Markets, held twice a month, where you'll find a selection of unique gifts, crafts, delicious food and handmade treasures created by local independent businesses. Meet the artisans, discover the stories behind each creation and find the perfect, meaningful gifts for your loved ones.
AUTUMN WREATH WORKSHOP
Come and get your hands on the most beautiful autumnal blooms.
We will teach you how to create a stunning bouquet with these unique and stunning flowers. The workshop includes all materials as well as come delicious coffee and cake.
PAUSE WALKS
Join Cambridge Aesthetic & Wellbeing Lounge for menopause walks here at Ben’s Yard!
Meet fellow women experiencing perimenopause and become part of a supportive community. Sometimes, simply knowing that you’re not alone and engaging with others who understand your journey can be transformative.
FLORAL PUMPKIN WORKSHOP
Celebrate everything about the harvest season by packing your pumpkin with richly autumnal flowers and foliage. Revel in the colours and textures the season has to offer as you learn how to create this gorgeous arrangement.
CHILDREN’S MINI WORKSHOP FLORAL PUMPKINS
Celebrate everything about the harvest season by packing your pumpkin with richly autumnal flowers and foliage. Revel in the colours and textures the season has to offer as you learn how to create this gorgeous arrangement.
BEN'S YARD MAKERS’ MARKETS
Third Saturday Of Every Month: 10am-4pm
Explore Ben's Yard Markets, held twice a month, where you'll find a selection of unique gifts, crafts, delicious food and handmade treasures created by local independent businesses. Meet the artisans, discover the stories behind each creation and find the perfect, meaningful gifts for your loved ones.
ELY CATHEDRAL CHRISTMAS FAIR PARK AND RIDE
We are thrilled to support Ely Cathedral with a convenient park and ride service here at Ben's Yard.
Visit their amazing Christmas Fair without the hassle by parking with us and making use of their shuttle service.
Enjoy the festive season with ease and convenience.
FESTIVE WREATH WORKSHOP
Come and spend a lovely few hours, learning how to create a beautiful wreath for your door.
With plenty of mince pies and Prosecco, this is the perfect opportunity to get into the festive mood. All tools, materials, and flowers are provided with light refreshments too.
GINGERBREAD TRAIL
Join us for a festive adventure on the Gingerbread Trail!
Explore our village with the little ones, grab a trail sheet, and visit the charming independent shops. Complete the trail and head back to the café to claim your delicious reward!
No booking is required, just arrive and enjoy the festivities.
BEN’S YARD CHRISTMAS FAIR
Celebrate the spirit of the holiday season at our spectacular Christmas fair!
Explore over 45 independent stallholders, offering everything from handmade candles and crafts to delicious festive treats and bespoke homewares. With one-of-a-kind gifts, you're sure to find something special for everyone on your list.
BEN’S YARD MAGICAL CHRISTMAS EXPERIENCE
Celebrate the festive season with Ben’s Yard Magical Experience!
More exciting information coming soon...
THE SANTA SHOW
Join us for a Santa show with a difference. Jingleberry the Elf, Rudolph the Rapping Reindeer and Frosty the Singing Snowman are organising the presents for Christmas Day but it doesn’t quite go to plan! Perfect for children aged 2-6, this colourful, interactive sing-along show is a treat for families, pre-schools and nurseries alike.
FESTIVE TABLE CENTREPIECE WORKSHOP
Come and spend a lovely few hours with us learning how to create a beautiful centrepiece for your Christmas table.
With plenty of mince pies and Prosecco, this is the perfect opportunity to get into the festive mood. All tools, materials and flowers are provided
SPRING WREATH WORKSHOP
Enjoy a workshop with Thatch & Roses.
Bring spring to your home with beautiful wreaths! It’s a floral masterpiece featuring seasonal bulbs, decorative willow, and quail eggs, sure to make an eye-catching statement.
Create your own stunning Spring display here at Ben’s Yard.
SPRING WREATH WORKSHOP
Enjoy a workshop with Thatch & Roses.
Bring spring to your home with beautiful wreaths! It’s a floral masterpiece featuring seasonal bulbs, decorative willow, and quail eggs, sure to make an eye-catching statement.
Create your own stunning Spring display here at Ben’s Yard.
LOVE SOCIAL NETWORKING EVENT
Third Tuesday Of Every Month!
Love Lane By Abi, Social Networking Events! These monthly networking events are a relaxed and friendly gathering for small business owners.
An opportunity to connect, share ideas, and make new friends.
AUTUMN HAND TIED BOUQUET WORKSHOP
Come and get your hands on the most beautiful autumnal blooms.
We will teach you how to create a stunning bouquet with these unique and stunning flowers. The workshop includes all materials as well as come delicious coffee and cake.
BEN'S YARD SOCIAL DOG WALKS
First Monday of each month
Embark on a furry adventure with Ben's Social Dog Walks! Join our monthly gatherings starting outside of the café, leash up your well-behaved pup, and stroll together as a pack. Starting at 10am, enjoy a social hour of fresh air, friendly faces, and community bonding. Let the tails lead the way!
BEN'S YARD MAKERS’ MARKETS
Third Saturday Of Every Month: 10am-4pm
Explore Ben's Yard Markets, held twice a month, where you'll find a selection of unique gifts, crafts, delicious food and handmade treasures created by local independent businesses. Meet the artisans, discover the stories behind each creation and find the perfect, meaningful gifts for your loved ones.
SUNDOWN OUTDOOR CINEMA EXPERIENCE
Join us for four showings with Sundown Cinema featuring a variety of films, accompanied by food and drink available on-site.Set against the backdrop of Ben's Yard, these screenings provide a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere for movie lovers of all ages.
MENO“PAUSE” WALKS
Join Cambridge Aesthetic & Wellbeing Lounge for menopause walks here at Ben’s Yard!
Meet fellow women experiencing perimenopause and become part of a supportive community. Sometimes, simply knowing that you’re not alone and engaging with others who understand your journey can be transformative.
DRIED FLOWER WREATH WORKSHOP
Working with the best dried flower stems come and spend a blissful few hours with us learning how to create a beautiful and long lasting wreath. Choose your own combinations of flowers to create something unique to you.
DRIED FLOWER CROWN WORKSHOP
Create a stunning dried flower crown with the most unique and seasonal dried flowers.
BEN'S YARD SOCIAL DOG WALKS
First Monday of each month
Embark on a furry adventure with Ben's Social Dog Walks! Join our monthly gatherings starting outside of the café, leash up your well-behaved pup, and stroll together as a pack. Starting at 10am, enjoy a social hour of fresh air, friendly faces, and community bonding. Let the tails lead the way!
BEN'S YARD MAKERS’ MARKETS
Third Saturday Of Every Month: 10am-4pm
Explore Ben's Yard Markets, held twice a month, where you'll find a selection of unique gifts, crafts, delicious food and handmade treasures created by local independent businesses. Meet the artisans, discover the stories behind each creation and find the perfect, meaningful gifts for your loved ones.
DRIED FLOWER WREATH WORKSHOP
Working with the best dried flower stems come and spend a blissful few hours with us learning how to create a beautiful and long lasting wreath. Choose your own combinations of flowers to create something unique to you.
CHILDREN’S MINI WORKSHOP SUMMER JAM JARS
Bring the joy of flowers to your children! Thatch & Roses Children’s Mini Workshop equips little ones with the skill and knowledge to choose, arrange and look after their jam jars.
BEN'S YARD SOCIAL DOG WALKS
First Monday of each month
Embark on a furry adventure with Ben's Social Dog Walks! Join our monthly gatherings starting outside of the café, leash up your well-behaved pup, and stroll together as a pack. Starting at 10am, enjoy a social hour of fresh air, friendly faces, and community bonding. Let the tails lead the way!
THE BEACH
Escape to a day of pure relaxation and excitement with your loved ones at Ben’s Yards spectacular pop-up beach, located right at your doorstep just next to Ely!
They will be bringing all your favourite rides from the fun house, bumper cars, soft play, games, the pool, and sandy areas, plus introducing a few new activities and unlimited wristbands!
CAMBRIDGE ROCK FESTIVAL
Experience four days of great music at the 20th anniversary of the Cambridge Rock Festival here at Ben's Yard.
BEN'S YARD MAKERS’ MARKETS
Third Saturday Of Every Month: 10am-4pm
Explore Ben's Yard Markets, held twice a month, where you'll find a selection of unique gifts, crafts, delicious food and handmade treasures created by local independent businesses. Meet the artisans, discover the stories behind each creation and find the perfect, meaningful gifts for your loved ones.
ELY FOLK FESTIVAL
Friday 12th - Sunday 14th July
Experience three days of great music at one of the UK’s top weekend folk events near the wonderful cathedral city of Ely. With on-site camping facilities, a real ale bar, lots of kids activities, morris dancing displays, ceilidhs, workshops and music sessions, whether you visit for a day or the whole weekend, Ely Folk Festival will delight festival lovers of all ages.
BEN'S YARD SOCIAL DOG WALKS
First Monday of each month
Embark on a furry adventure with Ben's Social Dog Walks! Join our monthly gatherings starting outside of the café, leash up your well-behaved pup, and stroll together as a pack. Starting at 10am, enjoy a social hour of fresh air, friendly faces, and community bonding. Let the tails lead the way!
BEN'S YARD BIRTHDAY
Save the date - because Ben's Yard is turning one!
This past year has been incredible, thanks to all of you, and now it's time to celebrate together.
FILL YOUR OWN WILD FLOWER VASE
Pick and fill your own flower vase around The Stuntney Estate here at Ben’s Yard.
BEN'S YARD MAKERS MARKETS
Explore Ben's Yard Markets, held twice a month, where you'll find a selection of unique gifts, crafts, delicious food and handmade treasures created by local independent businesses. Meet the artisans, discover the stories behind each creation and find the perfect, meaningful gifts for your loved ones.
BEN'S YARD MAKERS MARKETS
First & Third Saturday Of Every Month
10am-4pm
Explore Ben's Yard Markets, held twice a month, where you'll find a selection of unique gifts, crafts, delicious food and handmade treasures created by local independent businesses. Meet the artisans, discover the stories behind each creation and find the perfect, meaningful gifts for your loved ones.
2024 Market Dates
Saturday 20th April Saturday 17th August
Saturday 4th May Saturday 7th September
Saturday 18th May Saturday 21st September
Saturday 1st June Saturday 5th October
Saturday 15th June Saturday 19th October
Saturday 6th July Saturday 2nd November
Saturday 20th July Saturday 16th November
Saturday 3rd August Saturday 30th November
