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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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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To be able to honour ones centenary is quite an exciting achievement but to top that with a 103 year old birthday celebration, as Royston resident Annie Doyle Mascarenhas accomplished last week, is indeed a milestone. Annie, the oldest and a very reverred member of the Royston Indian Society, has lived in the town since
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Free Cakes for Kids Royston & North Herts is a local volunteer-led initiative built on a simple yet heartfelt belief – every child deserves a cake on their birthday. Since launching in April 2019, the group has provided hundreds of homemade, bespoke cakes to children across the area, ensuring that no birthday goes unnoticed. At
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Royston & District Community Transport is a local charity providing door to door, affordable transport, for residents in Royston and surrounding villages who are unable to drive themselves or use public transport due to age, frailty, impaired mobility, or do not have the use of a car. Medical appointments are prioritised, and they also take
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Barbara & Peter Prothero moved into the village on the 26th March 1955, with their young family, David, Tricia & Paul. Barbara remembers it well as it was Paul’s first birthday… The Business opened its doors on the 1st April 1955. The Garage was purchased from Pepper & Haywood and still use the key tag
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More than 100 quizzers went head-to-head to raise more than £1000 for the Addenbrooke’s Charitable Trust (ACT) in a competition organised by the Royston Rotary Club. The event, on 18th January, at the town’s St Mary’s Church Hall, involved more than 14 teams of problem solvers. This year’s Rotary President, Derek Pinner, who nominated ACT
Upcoming fixtures at Royston Town Football Club
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February Pet of the Month Nugget (ginger) and Nibbler (tabby) are a super bonded pair. Both are super playful, Nibbler is especially affectionate and loves toys. They may be nervous to start with but soon warm up. These guys will be fine to live with other cats having come from a multi cat household, but
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Helping our community through Winter Royston Round Table are launching their annual Keep Royston Warm campaign and trying to help as many people as possible get through winter especially in these cold months. If you or someone you know is struggling to afford to heat and eat this winter, please don’t struggle. Email: keeproystonwarm@roystonroundtable.co.uk and
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