Parents of children under the age of four years old are being encouraged to check if they are eligible for free Healthy Start vouchers to help buy food and milk. The Healthy Start vouchers are offered by the NHS to parents receiving certain benefits such as Universal Credit with earned income of less than £408 […]
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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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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
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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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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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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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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Monthly Update – From Emma, Royston Cave Manager… April is an exciting month for Royston Cave because we begin our 2025 public tour season. The steps have been swept, the cobwebs dusted away, and the guides are ready to begin their tours. Tour prices have been frozen for this year, and times have slightly increased,
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Marathon season is here and we celebrate all of you who are facing this ultimate challenge! If you’re inspired to start running, these local groups can help to get you started: Royston Runners always welcome new runners and regularly host on 0-5k beginners sessions, our local Park Run takes place at Wimpole every Saturday morning,
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This Easter, we have pulled together some of our favourite Easter events to keep your little ones entertained over the holidays, from Royston and the wider area. Jurassic Arcade Head to the Grand Arcade, Cambridge, to discover full-size dinosaurs in this Free Jurassic Trail. Each statue will be accompanied by specialist, educational information created in
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This month, the people of Royston and the surrounding areas can experience the thrill of international travel – virtually! The Easter Day Virtual Balloon Race lifts off from Nairobi, Kenya, on Sunday 20th, at midday. Using advanced software that mimics real weather conditions, each virtual balloon will embark on a unique journey, soaring for seven
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Creative Royston are delighted to announce the theme for Royston Arts Festival 2025, which will take place from 20th-28th September: Then and Now. With 2025 marking the 400th anniversary of the death of King James, whose associations with Royston are a rich part of our town’s history, it seemed only fitting for organisations to theme
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