LitFest returns to Litlington Recreation Centre on Saturday 18th July, bringing a sizzling day of live music, family fun and community spirit. Showcasing an outstanding lineup of exceptional independent artists. Full line up: HEADLINER YOUNG ATHENA – Soul, Hip Hop, Pop, R&B, Dancehall, Drum N Base: BBC 1Xtra, Capital Xtra, O2 Mastercard Ambassador & Artist […]
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Children at Icknield Walk First School have wowed families and staff alike with an inspiring display of creativity during their recent Multicultural Art Week. Throughout the week, the pupils learned about art and artists from across the globe. Each class explored a different artist, taking time to understand not only their work but also their
The Melbourn Village Fete returns on Saturday 13th June 2026, celebrating its 30th event with an afternoon of entertainment, community spirit and fun for ages. Taking place at The Moor, Melbourn (SG8 6ED) from 12noon to 5pm, with free entry and parking, you can enjoy a summer’s day with family and friends. The Fete will
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Royston Leisure Centre has reached a major milestone in its ongoing refurbishment, with the completion of phase two delivering a gym extension. The centre, owned by North Herts Council and operated by Everyone Active, has undergone a series of improvements over recent months. The latest phase has seen the gym more than double in size,
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We’re excited to introduce Pickleball at Royston Tennis Club! Pickleball is one of the fastest growing sports in the UK, and everyone is invited to come and give it a try. The club will be hosting a free Pickleball Open Social Morning on Sunday morning, 17th May 2026 (9am-12pm), for players of all ages and
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We are ‘Nature Nell and Dr Dell’, two Royston neighbours who enjoy sharing the beauty of the outdoors! Our mission is to benefit local communities by connecting people of all ages and of any background with nature and encouraging intergenerational dialogue about our relationship with nature. The community interest company will offer guided walks and
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Wild Fields Therapy is a community counselling and psychotherapy service rooted in the belief that everyone should have access to emotional support, whatever stage of life they are in. Behind the name is a team of highly qualified, experienced therapists, BACP and UKCP registered, with many years of professional practice between them. We bring deep
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Royston Cricket Club, founded in 1790 on Therfield Heath, the club is now based in the village of Therfield. The club is open to new players of all abilities from 5 to 70 plus. If you would like to start playing or return to playing, we have an option for you. We run two Saturday
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Throughout May Hertfordshire Libraries and Archives and Local Studies will be celebrating Explore Your Local History Month with a series of activities and events for both children and adults. At Royston Library on Tuesday 12th May at “Marvellous Maps” there will be a selection of old and new local maps available with staff on hand
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Royston drama group CADS is about to unleash its latest (and possibly silliest) show – a production of Mark Evans’s hilarious Bleak Expectations. Originally an award-winning Radio 4 comedy series, it’s a surreal parody of the works of Charles Dickens, as well as other adventure and costume dramas set in the same period. The play
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Joseph Beldam was born in 1795 and lived most of his life in Royston. In 1827, Beldam joined the Anti-Slavery Society in London and for many years devoted his time and attention to obtaining freedom for slaves throughout the British Empire. The Slave Emancipation Act was passed in 1833, but the Act was violated and
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Written by Ryan, on behalf of Royston Scaffolding Following our article on Royston’s blue plaques last month, we’re publishing a selection of plaques in each issue. For May, we have focused on the old pubs of Royston: The Bull Hotel Royston’s oldest hostelry, prominent during the stage coach era, offering hospitality since the 15th century
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