Children and Families

Community News: Record Turnout for Melbourn Village Fete’s 30th Year Celebration

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Community Spirit Shines at the 30th Melbourn Fete The milestone 30th annual Melbourn Village Fete proved to be a resounding success, bringing together residents from Melbourn, neighbouring Meldreth, and the wider South Cambridgeshire and Royston areas for a spectacular day of celebration. Run entirely by a dedicated team of volunteers, this year’s fete proudly maintained […]

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News from Schools: Icknield Walk First School – Young Artist Ruby Wins ‘Colour Your World’ Competition

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Children at Icknield Walk First School recently took part in the ‘Colour Your World’ art competition, organised by The Art Room in Royston. The inspiring theme encouraged pupils to explore colour through a range of artistic techniques, including texture, tone, printing and collage. The competition linked perfectly with our whole school celebration of Sir David Attenborough’s birthday,

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Out & About: Discover Royston’s Blue Plaques

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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 August, we focus on: Palace of King James I – Kneesworth Street, 1603-1627 Royal Servants – Who were employed in the stables and kennels of King James I,

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Community News: Bow Books Kids Celebrates a Fantastic First Week in Royston…

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Bow Books Kids has celebrated a fantastic first week since opening its doors in Royston, with hundreds of children already visiting the new independent children’s bookshop. Paul from Bow Books says the response from local families has been incredibly encouraging, with parents and grandparents bringing children into the shop and sharing warm and positive feedback.

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Community News: Determination in the Saddle – Cerys Qualifies for British Dressage Cambridge Para Team…

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A remarkable young rider from our area has proved that determination, resilience and a love of horses can overcome even the greatest of challenges. Cerys Hennighan has been selected to join the British Dressage Cambridge Para Team, an achievement that reflects years of hard work, dedication and an unbreakable partnership with her pony, Kady. For

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Things to Do: Sunset Starlight Walk – Registrations now Open!

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Enjoy a summer evening stroll around North Herts and the surrounding countryside with hundreds of others from the local community on Saturday 12th September, in aid of Garden House Hospice Care. The Sunset Starlight Walk is a 10km circular route around Letchworth as the sun sets and the stars come out. Starting and finishing at

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Things to Do: The Jurassic Takeover Dinosaur Trail – Saturday 25th July to Sunday 16th August…

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The dinosaurs are coming to Royston! Follow the trail around town, spot the dinosaurs in shop windows, and answer the questions for the chance to win some roaring prizes. The trail is free to enter and runs from Saturday 25th July to Sunday 16th August. Pick up an entry form from Royston Library, Glazed Creations

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Business News: A New Chapter at Bow Books, Angel Pavement Royston…

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Bow Books Kids, a brand-new children’s bookshop, opens on Thursday 23rd July, at 12 Angel Pavement, Royston. Creating an exciting new destination for young readers and families. To celebrate, the first 50 customers who purchase three books will receive a £5 Book Token voucher on request, while the popular 3-for-2 offer continues. The official launch

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Out & About: Grand Depths at Grand Arcade, Cambridge

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This summer, Grand Arcade in Cambridge invites you to explore the wonders of the underwater world with ‘Grand Depths’, a free, immersive ocean-themed exhibition in partnership with the University of Cambridge’s University Museum of Zoology, running throughout the summer holidays daily from 18th July – 31st August, 9am – 6pm. The installation will consist of

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Out & About: LitFest – Music Festival

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Whether you’re coming for the music, the kids’ activities, or just a great day… LitFest is your summer sorted. Featuring a thrilling lineup spanning all genres, including: Headliner Young Athena – Soul, Hip Hop, Pop, R&B, Dancehall, Drum N Base: BBC 1Xtra, Capital Xtra, O2 Mastercard Ambassador & Artist Accelerator Alumni, MOBO Unsung-Certified Alumni, BRIT

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Out & About: Discover Royston’s Blue Plaques

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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 June, we focus on: Priory Memorial Gardens Design Award Winner: Festival of Britain, 1951 – Arthur W Whydale, Architect Priory Gates 17th Century wrought iron gates once stood

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Royston Museum Highlights by Emma: Coming up in July

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We’re delighted to have recently been accredited as a Silver Carbon Literate Organisation by the UN-recognised Carbon Literacy Project. This accreditation recognises our commitment to upskill our team to play a proactive role in reducing our organisational carbon emissions, and work towards a zero-carbon future. You can find out more about our Royston Museum Goes Green

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