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
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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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We are delighted to be part of the Barkway Literary Festival on Saturday, 5th October from 10am to 8:30pm. The event will feature speakers such as Sir Richard Evans, Christopher Hadley, Jamie Hull, James Riley, Lottie Mills, Tracey Waples, and Jude Simpson. Plus, enjoy workshops on films, storytelling, podcasts, and getting published. Bargain Day Tickets
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Pumpkin picking has grown in popularity in recent years, and it’s easy to see why! Local farms and venues are opening their fields for you to choose your own pumpkin, ready for carving over the half-term holidays for Halloween. Remember to dress appropriately for the weather and the fields, and check each venue’s website for
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The history of Royston Golf Club goes back to when King James I (James VI of Scotland) established his hunting lodge in Royston – the remnants of which still survive in Kneesworth Street. In celebration of golf being played in 1624, Royston Golf Club are holding events this autumn and inviting people from the town
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Royston Parish Church is opening its doors for Heritage Open Days on Saturday 14th September. Participating for the first time as part of the nationwide Heritage Open Days Scheme, the Parish and Priory Church of Royston, the largest Grade I listed building in town, is opening its doors for free guided tours, the chance to
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Experience an explosion of literary creativity in October. Barkway’s third literary festival has a diverse programme of world class authors, wordsmiths, podcasters, adventurers and children’s writers. This year’s event has been created to entertain children in the morning, inspire the most determined individuals to achieve their life goals regardless of what challenges life throws at
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Are you looking for somewhere to eat out this month? You can’t go wrong with The Chequers Thai in Royston, the town’s newest restaurant, which offers authentic and delicious Thai food. We visited earlier in the summer, and were really impressed with the refurbishment. It’s stylish and modern, whilst retaining the historic features of the
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Set yourself up for Autumn with a good book. Lots of new titles, plus secondhand bargains, backed by a speedy ordering service or out-of-print book search. Book your day ticket for the Barkway Literary Festival on Saturday 5th October via www.BarkwayLitFest.co.uk Reserve Tuesday 12th November for From Wham to Woo, An Evening with Janey Lee
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What a summer! We have been time travelling throughout history stopping off in a different era each week, including Romans, Medieval and the 20th Century. Time travellers who joined us on our adventures each earnt a special badge on which they could collect a different ribbon for every week. Well done to those who
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