Monthly Update: From Emma – Museum Curator… The Museum’s doors are now open again following our winter closure. I want to say a massive well done and thank you to Sophie, our Curator, the staff and the volunteers for their hard work on an incredible project to upgrade our Collections Stores. It has been […]
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Being in business can be a stressful experience – but don’t make the mistake of thinking stress is unavoidable. Here are six suggestions how to manage stress 1. You can’t control the uncontrollable Accept the things you can’t change – and move on. Rather than stressing over them, focus on the things you can control
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The Friends of Therfield Heath were formed in 2018. Gradually our events and publicity have brought us to people’s attention and we are expanding our engagement with other sectors of the community. This fits with our aim as a charity to promote and encourage the use of Therfield Heath whilst raising awareness of related regulations
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2025 marks 20 years of The Listing, and as such, we have been looking back through our archives and are republishing a popular series which first appeared back in 2009, and bringing Royston’s history to a new audience of readers. “A Question of Royston” covers the little-known history of Royston, as written by true Roystonian,
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Girlguiding has been active in Royston for over 100 years. Mrs Dorothy Christon, a former Guider, was the mastermind behind the building of our Headquarters over 50 years ago. The district did a lot of fundraising like collecting newspapers, silver bottle tops and foil. Christon Hall has been in constant use ever since and it’s
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A new website has been launched – Barleywolds.com – as a guide to the countryside and villages between Royston, Stevenage and Bishop’s Stortford. The Barleywolds is the name given to this area of chalk “hills” on the borders of Hertfordshire, Essex and Cambridgeshire. Barleywolds.com is a free, non-commercial guide to the History, Myths, Nature, People,
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Curwens Solicitors Non-Profit Art Gallery is hosting a photography exhibition by Lois Arthur-Nolasco in March. Lois Arthur-Nolasco is a local amateur artist who has exhibited successfully at many local exhibitions over a number of years. Watercolour is her preferred medium, but she also works occasionally in mixed media and pastels, covering a range of subjects.
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Volunteering: How You Can Get Involved and the Many Benefits it Can Bring You! Citizens Advice North Hertfordshire (CANH), a local charity offering free, confidential advice, is looking for new Volunteer Advisers. How You Can Help Our volunteers come from all backgrounds, bringing unique skills and experiences. They may be students gaining work experience, people
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Bring your World Book Day (WBD) voucher from school and exchange it for a book from this year’s special WBD selection – or use it as £1 off any other book! The 2025 WBD range features exciting titles, including Magic Balloon, Bluey, Acorn Wood, Paddington Farm, Pokémon, Lego, Soccer Diaries, and more. Plus, don’t miss
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Standalone Farm is the perfect place for family-friendly fun, and we can’t wait to welcome visitors of all ages to our beautiful farm in Letchworth. Whether you’re a regular visitor or a first-timer, there’s always something new to discover, rain or shine. Animal Encounters and Outdoor Adventures for All Ages From the moment you step
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Art enthusiasts in Royston are in for a treat as local self-taught artist Mathew Brett showcases his stunning collection at Curwens. The exhibition will be open on Saturdays 15th, 22nd of February, and Saturday 1st of March, from 9am to 1pm. Mathew, a passionate and multi-talented artist, expresses his creativity through various mediums. His artistic
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A once-neglected local shop in Royston has been given a new lease of life thanks to the community-driven Burns Road Project. Spearheaded by Diane Walters, the initiative has transformed the Cost Cutter shop on Burns Road, turning it from a shuttered and graffiti-marked space into a vibrant and welcoming hub. The inspiration for the
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