The Royston section is currently inactive, but we would be happy to revive it for talks and displays on philatelic subjects if we have interest from prospective members.
If interested in stamps and/or Postal History or postcards, please contact us
If you’re a young family in Royston you will be pleased to know that we now have our own local NCT activities going on, all open to both members and non-members and mostly free of charge. NCT charity aims to provide support to the many new mums, dads, and babies in Royston and local villages. Information and support in pregnancy, birth, and early parenthood.
Baby Cafe on Fridays 10.00am-12 noon at the Old Bull Inn, Royston, which includes free breastfeeding support
Other activities in various locations - see Facebook page for details.
The Rockin' Chair Band is back with a vengeance with its winning formula of good time music and sophisticated (!) humour. The sessions are on the last Monday of every month from 12 till 2.30pm. Admission: £10(Pay on the door)
So why not come along to savour the atmosphere as well as the Bull’s renowned eats and drinks? Hot jazz is guaranteed.
Last Monday of every month, 12-2.30pm, The Old Bull Inn, Royston – 56 High Street, Royston, Herts SG8 9AW
Calling all makers, repairers and creators
Facility for anyone to mend, make or create with expert help
Location: King James Academy (Senior Site), Garden Walk, Royston SG8 7JH
Time: Mondays during term time, 7.30pm
Tel: Mike Burt, 07305 816521
Email: mburt42@hotmail.com
Welcomes any ability (18+) and wants to encourage and support people who are experienced athletes through to those who have no background in the sport. The club offers weekly coached swim sessions, organised training bike rides and runs. Sessions throughout the week – see website for details. Located at Melbourn Sports Centre with sessions around the local area.
Make Lunch is a club for families to connect with each other, share a meal and have fun! On your first visit you will be greated by our team leader who will help you to feel welcome. Our volunteers will entertain your children with games and activities so you can relax and enjoy your meal.
Make Lunch Holiday Club is for you if your children are eligible for free school meals or you’re struggling on a tight budget at the moment! We ask all of our families to register for Make Lunch by completing a short, online form. Please contact us for more information and to register your family.
Our fun sessions include lunch, crafts, games and special events for the children. Our club is open on Mondays and Thursdays from 12noon till 1.30pm during school holidays. Feel free to go out for a bit and leave your kids or join in yourself!
All children (and adults) are welcome, but we do ask that children under 4 are accompanied by an adult.
The Old Schoolhouse, 4 Market Hill, Royston, SG8 9JL
Luna Animal Rescue does not have a centre where you can go to, as all of our animals are in foster homes with their foster carers.
This way they live in family environments which is less stressful on the pets and presents them in a more natural manner than dogs kept in kennels may be.
Musical movement and dance classes for babies, toddlers and young children, with Nicole
Monday and Friday
Minis- 9:30am
Dance & Learn 10:20am
Babies- 11:20am
Coombes Community Centre, Burns Road, Royston SG8 5PT
For any children below school age and their carers.
Free entry.
Fridays, 9.30 - 11am.
Royston Evangelical Church, York Way, Royston SG8 5HJ
Little Ruggers provides Rugby Based Sports Classes for Girls and Boys aged 2-8 years across Herts, Beds and Cambs.
Saturday Classes - Coombes Community Centre, Burns Road, Royston
Puma class (2-3.5 years) – 8:00am – 8:45am.
Jaguar class (3.5-5 years) – 8:55am – 9:40am.
Lion class (5-8 years) – 9:50am – 10:35am.
Puma class (2-3.5 years) – 10:45am – 11.30am.
Jaguar class (3.5-5 years) – 11:40am – 12:25pm.
Mobile role play City for the under 6’s to explore and enjoy
Second Wednesday each month 9.15 - 10.30am and 10.50 - 12.05pm
Coombes Community Centre, Burns Road, Royston SG8 5PT
Various classes for Italian, French and Spanish conversation/improvement for adults
Wednesday daytime and Thursday evening
Coombes Community Centre, Burns Road, Royston SG8 5PT
Open to all families who have a child with additional needs and their siblings. Come meet fellow parents who truly understand your journey.
Let the kids make a mess somewhere that isn’t your house (winning!)
Also, you can hire out Lego, ideal for keeping kids occupied at parties, weddings, christenings etc.
The Lanterns, 3b/3a Melbourn Street , Royston, SG8 7BX
First Saturday of the month, 2-4pm
To book, email cathryn.phillips@googlemail.com
Second Saturday of the month. 2-3pm.
Royston Library, Market Hill, Royston SG8 9JN
Call 0300 123 4049 for more information
Email: libraries.information@hertfordshire.gov.uk
Kumon after-school programmes for children of all ages and abilities help build confidence and study skills.
Ages 3-15
Wednesday and Saturday
Coombes Community Hall, Burns Road. Royston - SG8 5PT
Come to learn to knit or bring along your own project. A great way to make new friends. All abilities are welcome. Weekly, Thursday mornings 10.30am-12.30pm. Royston Museum, 5 Lower King Street, Royston, SG8 5AL
A not-for-profit club for Kickboxing and Kung Fu, ages 7-adult.
Mondays, Tuesdays and Saturdays.
Various locations in Royston.
For the retired JM work force and their partners. Social chats, quizzes, seasonal meals and outings, etc.
Meetings first Tuesday every month (Feb-Dec), 2.30-3.30pm.
Coombes Community Centre, Burns Road, Royston, SG8 5PT
Tuesday 1.30pm to 3pm
Coombes Community Centre, Burns Road, Royston SG8 5PT
Tuesdays & Thursdays – private lessons 5.30 - 9pm. First dance, Ballroom & Latin for pairs or solos.
Coombes Community Centre, Burns Road, Royston SG8 5PT and The Haybarn, Five House Farm Business Units, Sandon Road, Therfield SG8 9RE
Home-Start Royston, Buntingford & South Cambridgeshire is a local charity offering free, tailored, and confidential support to families with at least one child aged 9 or under, in Royston, Buntingford and the SG8 villages of South Cambridgeshire.
Our vision is to see a society where every local parent has the necessary support to give their children the best possible start in life.
We recruit and train volunteers with parenting experience to provide practical and emotional help to families; helping to improve their mental health and self-esteem.
We also partner with other organisations to ensure local families can access other support.
Unit 6 Valley Farm, Station Road, Meldreth, nr Royston, Herts, SG8 6JP
All professional and amateur artists, photographers and craftspeople living or working in Hertfordshire are welcome to apply for entry to participate. Each year around 200 artists take part and around 11,000 - 13,000 members of the public visit the studios.
HertsLynx, Hertfordshire’s new on-demand bus service
Heathlands Animal Sanctuary is a registered charity based in Royston, Hertfordshire, and is run solely by volunteers dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation and rehoming of unwanted domestic pets. The organisation takes in dogs, cats, rabbits, and some types of caged birds. They do not rescue wildlife. Every year they find secure, loving new homes for 300–400 animals, most of whom would otherwise have been destroyed in council pounds when their 7 days are up. Heathlands have a policy of non-destruction, which means they will never destroy a healthy, well-balanced animal. They do not have premises, most of their animals are cared for by foster carers in their own homes. Some dogs are boarded at commercial kennels until they have a foster space. By placing animals in foster homes they get a much better idea of their temperaments, and in particular, they can find out if dogs get along with children, cats and other dogs, as well as introducing some basic training - something many have never had.
Heathlands Animal Sanctuary has rehomed most animals in the Herts/Cambs/Beds area although adoptions nationwide are considered. A donation for each animal, when they are rehomed, is asked for to recover some costs.
A one-stop shop where you can access health services, support and advice, making it easier to get help with a range of issues that affect your physical and mental health.
Regular free activity sessions in Royston for adults and children
The Listing publishes and maintains a directory of useful local numbers, clubs and societies, business networking, activities for children and families, and places to visit to help connect our community within the SG8 area.
Simply find what you’re looking for by using the drop-down menus above, or the main search bar.
We also publish our “What’s On…” events calendar and a calendar of clubs and society meetings, along with our regular articles.
Need to make an update or add your organisation to our Directory? Please contact The Listing using this form
Visit the Children and Families Directory for services, activities and events.