Stuart, Louise, and the team are excited to return to the Heath with this year’s selection of the UK’s favourite Christmas tree – the Nordman Fir! Fresh Cut Christmas Trees at The Heath Sports Club (carpark): 8am – 4.30pm on the following weekends: 23rd & 24th Nov 30th Nov & 1st Dec 7th & 8th […]
Conservation and preservation of the Cave and its carvings are always our priority, and because of this, we have been visited several times this autumn by Historic England. They are assisting us with surveys and providing recommendations so we can ensure that this unique Grade 1 Listed Monument is protected from issues such as water
Royston Cave December Update by Emma Royston Cave Manager – Christmas Events! Read More »
This year marks the 80th anniversary of the Normandy Landings, better known as D-Day. Much has been said this year about securing the legacy of those who fought in the Normandy campaign, as those who did are now few in numbers. When I started organising the Remembrance Parade and Armistice Day services for the town
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 SWCC Hedgehog Hospital, located at Shepreth Wildlife Park, is a vital refuge for one of Britain’s most cherished but vulnerable mammals—the hedgehog. Established with a deep passion for wildlife conservation, the hospital has become a critical lifeline for hedgehogs suffering from injury, illness, and the effects of habitat loss. The hospital’s primary mission is
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On the western side of Royston Cave stands Saint side of Royston Cave stands Saint Catherine, holding the infamous spiked wheel associated with her martyrdom. At the age of 14, Catherine experienced a vision of the Virgin Mary and the Child Jesus, who placed a ring on her finger. She subsequently converted to Christianity and
Royston Cave November Update by Emma Royston Cave Manager – Saint Catherine’s Feast Day Read More »
 As I write this month’s article, I’m nervously waiting for the outcome of a funding application we submitted back at the end of August. If we’re successful, then we’ll be undertaking an exciting project to upgrade the Museum’s two stores (rooms) which hold 95% of the collection not currently on public display! The
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Hello everyone, Santa here. I have taken some time out of my busy schedule to write and I hope you may be able to help me. (Mrs Claus is better at this sort of thing, but she is cooking lunch for the elves at the moment). As Royston has grown a lot over the last
Community News: Santa is coming and is hoping you might be able to give him a hand! Read More »
The Cave has now completed its public tours for 2024. Preservation of the cave is always our top priority, which is why we need to limit the number of visitors we have during the year. We have had several visits from Historic England, who have been helping us assess how we can survey the cave
 At the start of September, I received an exciting email into my inbox. Sophie, Rhian and I are now all certified Carbon Literate! But what does this mean? Well, we’re taking responsibility for how our decisions affect the environment and are making conscientious changes to minimise our impact on the planet. You may have
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