We are sometimes blessed with people who really care about the community. I met with Wendy Lansdown last week. Wendy has been engaged in working in community development for some time and has a real feel for getting communities to work together. When we met I was particularly interested in the Cambridge Abbey ward where … Continue reading
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Cambridge Abbey ward regeneration required – could a redeveloped stadium lead the way?
The abbey ward in Cambridge is one of the most deprived in the county. It needs community space, social meeting areas, a positive outlook and a feeling of pride. The Abbey stadium is home to Cambridge United and hosts to the Cambridge United Community Trust. Both club and Trust are actively engaged in helping people … Continue reading
Cambridge United – Enjoy the Man U game then it’s time for calm heads and focu
The excitement of drawing Man United in the fourth round of the FA Cup can be felt across the city and the county. And quite rightly everyone should enjoy it. These opportunities don’t come around that often. It is a windfall we need to grasp with both hands. A windfall in terms of revenue certainly. … Continue reading
Cambridge United v Shrewsbury 1500hrs kick off – and a Christmas Truce re-enactment
CAMBRIDGE United take on Shrewsbury Town at the R Costings Abbey Stadium this afternoon. The visitors head to United on the back of a 1-0 FA Cup second round defeat at Preston North End on Saturday. The Shrews are sitting third in the League Two table, two points off top spot. United come into the … Continue reading
Cambridge United v Mansfield Town today at 3pm. FA Cup 2nd Round
I’m looking forward to cheering on the U’s today in what promises to be an exciting second round fixture against Mansfield. It was 0-0 at Mansfield earlier in the season in a league fixture. But the football is but part of my day in my new role as a trustee of Cambridge United Community Trust. … Continue reading
Cambridge United carol service. Tuesday 9th Dec – 7pm at the R Costings Abbey Stadium
ON Tuesday 9th December at 7pm the R Costings Abbey Stadium will be hosting Cambridge United’s Community Carol Service. The event is free, and all are welcome to join Cambridge United’s staff and players, and special guests Jeremy Sallis, of BBC Radio Cambridgeshire, and the Deputy Mayor, Councillor Robert Dryden, for an evening of festive … Continue reading
Appointed to Cambridge United Community Trust
I’ am very excited about being appointed to the Cambridge United Community Trust as a Trustee. I have enjoyed watching the U’s for many years and have always been amazed at the passion of the club and its supporters. The Trust is indicative of that passion and I am thrilled to be able to help. … Continue reading
Cambridge United – growing as a club
Football clubs are much more than just 11 blokes kicking a ball against the opposition on a Saturday afternoon. They are also businesses, employers, and customers. They reach out to help in schools providing positive role models. They work with disadvantaged young people providing purpose to their lives. They are part of the community, playing … Continue reading
