Table tennis for adults aged 21 years and over and their friends. Non league.
Wednesday evenings (September to May only), 7.30 - 9.30pm.
Market Hill Rooms, Fish Hill, Royston, SG8 9JL
Free Cakes for Kids Royston, Herts: we are a community service for families in Royston and the surrounding area who may find it difficult to provide a birthday cake for their child.
We meet on the last Sunday of every month at a pub in Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire or Cambridgeshire.
We walk a circular route back to the same pub for a well-deserved Sunday lunch.
The group has weekends away during the year with longer stays in the summer.
We also meet on Christmas Day and New Years Day for group members who would like company.
We have a Facebook page for members to chat together and check walk venues.
Freemasons Temple Bar Masonic Lodge 1728
What does Freemasons do? Freemasons Lodge was set up in 1878 – masonic fraternity practicing historic ceremonies and traditions. Freemasonry helps to improve oneself and build respect and empathy for others. Offers peer support and moral guidance to its members, and supports local charities, causes & community initiatives.
Who are the key people in the organisation? Matt Humphries; Lodge Membership Officer
Who is the group aim for? Adult males of any background, faith or culture.
Where you are based, when you are open, or when do you meet? Temple Bar Lodge meets for practice and social gatherings every Tuesday evening at the Royal Masonic Hall, 2 Jepps Ln, Royston SG8 9AP
We hold formal masonic meetings 4 times a year and our members have the opportunity to visit and attend social networking events & formal meetings at other lodges across the country.
Tell us about any fundraising? We select a chosen charity each year to support financially and provide ad-hoc donations to good causes and initiatives in our area. Family events, such as our annual hog roast or charity galas have also raised thousands of pounds for good causes in the past.
Do you have any news of upcoming events? We are an old and established lodge who will soon celebrate its 150th birthday! We run regular events for our members and their families throughout the year, including formal dinners, Charity Galas, Ladies nights and social outings!
Any other messages that you wish to get across? “The secret of Masonry, like the secret of life, can be known only by those who seek it, serve it and live it”
How can someone become a member / use your services / get involved? If you would like to enquire about membership or visit the lodge for an informal chat and tour, please contact the membership officer – templebar.royston@gmail.com
We are a friendly group of French learners and native speakers who get together to speak French in a relaxed environment.
We meet on the last Wednesday of every month in a bar in the centre of Royston for a drink and chat. Every level of French is welcome (but no under 18s, sorry)!
We meet at 7:30pm, but feel free to turn up later if it suits you.
We will have a reserved table with a meetup sign so that we are easy to find (or just ask at the bar).
£2 contribution per person
Monthly Guided Walks from various locations in Hertfordshire
The Hertfordshire Way is a 195 mile waymarked long distance footpath. Starting in Royston the route goes west to Tring, south to King’s Langley before turning east to Cuffley and Bishop’s Stortford returning north to Royston. It takes in St Albans, Hertford and many delightful towns and villages along the way. Guide book The Hertfordshire Way.
A voluntary group working alongside the Conservators of Therfield Heath and Greens to promote and encourage the use of, and access to, Therfield Heath, including organising events, raising awareness of the related bye laws and regulations and encouraging conservation protection, and improvement of the natural environment, and improved facilities for the users.
Visit our website for membership details and upcoming events
Food-making classes for young children
Monday 10-11am, Fowlmere Village Hall, Chrishall Road, SG8 7RY - 2-5 years old
Tuesday – 10am to 11.am - Coombes Community Centre, Burns Road, Royston SG8 5PT 2-5 years old
A national activity club for men & women with local groups: Cambridge; Essex and Hertfordshire. Walks of moderate length take place once a month. Come along and make new friends and enjoy some healthy exercise.
All adult German speakers welcome - however rusty they may be!
Every 3rd Thursday of the month, 8pm
The Old Bull Inn, Royston SG8 9AW
Rainbows, Brownies, Guides and Rangers. For girls 5–18 years. Help run a unit or volunteer with us from 16 +.
The social side of Girlguiding for 18+ is Trefoil Guild.
Headquarters: Christon Hall, Garden Walk, Royston, SG8 7HP.
Through fun, friendship and adventure we empower our members to discover they can do anything!
Contact Anna Bond
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
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.
HertsLynx, Hertfordshire’s new on-demand bus service
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.
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
Tuesdays – private lessons between 4.30pm and 9pm – first dance, specific dance types for pairs or individuals.
Coombes Community Centre, Burns Road, Royston SG8 5PT
Tuesday 1.30pm to 3pm
Coombes Community Centre, Burns Road, Royston SG8 5PT
A not-for-profit club for Kickboxing and Kung Fu, ages 7-adult.
Tuesdays and Saturdays.
Various locations in Royston.
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. Royston Museum, 5 Lower King Street, Royston, SG8 5AL
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
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
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.
Coombes Community Centre, Burns Road, Royston SG8 5PT. First Saturday of the month, 2-4pm
To book, email cathryn.phillips@googlemail.com
Various classes for Italian, French and Spanish conversation/improvement for adults
Tuesday, Wednesdays and Thursdays day time and evening
Coombes Community Centre, Burns Road, Royston SG8 5PT
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