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Out & About… Remembrance 2024
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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Spotlight On… Hedgehog Hospital at Shepreth Wildlife Park
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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Royston Museum – November Update by Emma Canterbury – Royston Museum Manager
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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Community News: Santa is coming and is hoping you might be able to give him a hand!
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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Royston Museum – October Update by Emma Canterbury – Royston Museum Manager
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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Business Profile: Bow Books Royston October Update: Lit Fest & From Wham! To Woo
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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Out & About – Pumpkin Picking!
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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Out & About – Royston Golf Club
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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Community News: Celebrating Nine Centuries of Heritage
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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Local Event: Barkway Literary Festival, Saturday 5th October 2024
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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Reviewed by The Listing… The Chequers Thai Restaurant
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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