Children and Families

Out & About: The Barrington Classic Car Meet-Up is Back for 2025!

The much-loved Barrington Classic Car Meet-Up returns for another exciting season in 2025! ‘Classics on the Green’ meets on the first Friday of the month from April to October, plus a special New Year’s Day meet-up. This relaxed, friendly event is perfect for classic car lovers, families, and local residents. Held on the picturesque green

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Reviewed by The Listing… Yew Tree Alpacas

The Listing’s Sharon and Cath were invited along to review the Yew Tree Alpaca’s Extended Countryside Walk – and what a wonderful experience it was! Before the walk, we were sent a really helpful guide, covering the timings of the day, what we’d be doing, what to wear and bring with us, and directions to

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Children & Families: Hop into Spring – Celebrate Easter at Standalone Farm

Easter at Standalone Farm is shaping up to be a delightful blend of fun, learning, and mouthwatering treats for all ages! With a variety of exciting events lined up throughout the Easter holidays, there’s no better way to embrace the season of renewal and adventure. From hands-on chocolate-making workshops to immersive animal encounters, Standalone Farm

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Community News: Hertfordshire’s popular country event, Barkway Market, returns on Saturday 10 May 2025

If you’re looking to spend a day in the countryside enjoying a quintessential day out in an idyllic setting, Barkway Market on Saturday, 10th May, is the perfect event. Barkway Market takes place on Saturday, 10th May from 10am to 4pm. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to experience a traditional market in a picturesque setting

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Business Profile: Bow Books Royston – Community Recognition at Bow Books!

Easter is the perfect time to unwind with a great book! Browse our hand picked selection of the latest fiction and non-fiction for adults or treat little ones to Easter-themed books and classics – all 3 for 2! If you missed the World Book Day voucher swap? We’ve extended the deadline through April or special

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Community News: Annual Model Railway Exhibition

The Annual Model Railway Exhibition returns to Bassingbourn Village College on Saturday, 12th April 10.30am – 4pm, promising a fantastic day out for railway enthusiasts of all ages. Visitors can enjoy 20 intricate model railway layouts, sit-on steam train rides from Royston Model Engineers (weather permitting), and browse displays from 18 demonstrators, traders, and societies. Royston

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Community News: Bee Friendly – ‘Be Part of It’

John O’Connor Pest Control and Grounds Maintenance, in conjunction with North Herts Council, are working towards a Bee Friendly Status for Royston, following their successful initiative in Letchworth. An application is underway to submit Royston’s Bee Corridor for a Bee Friendly Award, with judging due to take place in April/May this year. The “Bee Part

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Royston Museum – April Update

Monthly Update: From Emma – Museum Curator… Earlier this year, the Museum was awarded the Environmental Sustainability Award at the Hertfordshire Association of Museums’ annual awards. We’re thrilled to have been recognised for our work to become a more environmentally conscientious organisation. Three of our volunteers were also recognised as Heritage Heroes for their contributions

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