Children and Families

News from HomeStart, Royston, Buntingford & South Cambs: Calling All Local Legends!

Children and Families, Community News, Loving Local Living, Organisations, Recruitment

Home-Start is building something exciting, and we want you to be a part of it by joining their volunteer fundraising crew! We’re setting up a brilliant new volunteering team to work alongside our Fundraising Manager and wonderful supporters to help deliver fundraising events across Royston, Buntingford, and South Cambridgeshire. Whether you’ve got a knack for […]

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Local Event: Royston Arts Festival 2025 – Submit an Event!

Children and Families, Community News, Loving Local Living, Organisations, Royston Arts Festival

Organisations to take part in Royston Arts Festival 2025. Everyone who is interested in hosting an event must submit their idea online: www.creativeroyston.org/organise-an-event by end May 2025. Royston Arts Festival takes place between 19th-28th September 2025, and this year’s theme is Then and Now. For more information, visit: facebook.com/RoystonArtsFestival | instagram.com/creativeroyston | www.creativeroyston.org

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LitFest Returns – A Celebration of Incredible Live Music, Family Fun & Community Spirit!

Children and Families, Community News, Leisure, Loving Local Living, Out and About

Following the overwhelming success of last year’s event, LitFest returns on Saturday 26th July 1.45-9pm – FREE Entry – (Gates open from 10.30am – live music from 1.45pm), bringing an exciting day of live music, family-friendly entertainment, and community spirit to Litlington Recreation Centre, just outside Royston. LitFest is an established, grassroots music festival that

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Royston Library: May Update A Month of Stories, Shows & Celebrations

Children and Families, Community News, Loving Local Living, Organisations

Hertfordshire Libraries Celebrate 100 Years of Service with a Year-Long Programme of Events May is shaping up to be a lively and engaging month at Royston Library, as part of the Hertfordshire Libraries Centenary Celebrations. With performances, early years drama, historical displays, and hands-on experiences, there’s something for everyone in the community to enjoy. On

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Community News: Great Chishill Windmill Celebrates National Mills Weekend – Sunday 11th May

Children and Families, Community News, Loving Local Living, Organisations

Great Chishill Windmill will be marking National Mills Weekend on Sunday 11th May, coinciding with one of its regular open days. Visitors can look forward to a special display showcasing the windmill’s rich history, along with complimentary tea, coffee, and biscuits to enjoy during their visit. The mill is steeped in heritage, and the dedicated

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Community News: Get Ready to Make a Splash – Royston Splash Park is Open!

Children and Families, Community News, Leisure

Royston Splash Park is now open every day until Sunday 7th September, 10am-6pm. Alan North, Greenspace Service Manager at North Herts Council, said: “We’re excited to be coming into the splashpad season, we know they are popular throughout the district. We just hope we keep this lovely weather!” Features and activities Play area (Junior) Play

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Royston Museum Highlights with Emma – What’s On Throughout May

Children and Families, Community News, Loving Local Living, Organisations, Royston Museum

We’re gearing up for a busy May at Royston Museum, with a month jammed packed with events and activities for all ages to enjoy. We have all our usual monthly events, including Museum Babies and Museum Tots on Wednesday 7th May, Spark! Art Club on Thursday 8th May, and our next evening talk, This was

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Royston Cave Highlights with Emma – What’s On & Tours this May

Children and Families, Community News, Loving Local Living, Royston Cave

Royston has such a wonderful history, and of course, one of the most unique caves in the country; however, we have noticed that sometimes when families come into the cave, the children are not always as excited as we are! This May half term, there will be age-appropriate tours aimed at those children under the

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Local Event: Celebrate 70 Years of Music and Community – Ashwell Music Festival 2025

Children and Families, Community News, Leisure, Loving Local Living

Ashwell Music Festival proudly returns this May for its 70th year – a joyful celebration of music, community, and tradition. Set in the charming village of Ashwell, this much-loved annual festival features an eclectic programme of live performances, hosted in the stunning surroundings of St. Mary’s Church and the United Reformed Church Hall. Running from

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Community News – Royston May Fayre – Bank Holiday Monday 5th May 12-4.30pm

Children and Families, Community News, Leisure, Loving Local Living

Fun for All at Royston’s May Fayre! Royston’s beloved May Fayre promises a fun-filled day for all the family, with a fantastic mix of attractions and entertainment. Children can enjoy fairground rides, bouncy castles, and miniature train rides, while free activities include Punch & Judy shows, Professor Crump, circus skills, face painting, and performances by

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Local Event: Royston Town FC Summer (Beer) Festival – Sunday 25th May, 12–7pm

Children and Families, Community News, Leisure, Loving Local Living, Out and About

Get ready for a fantastic day out at the Royston Town Football Club Summer (Beer) Festival, taking place on Sunday 25th May from 12pm to 7pm at the Club’s ground, Garden Walk, Royston. Whether you’re a beer lover, a foodie, a music fan, or simply looking for a fun day with the family – there’s

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