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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Spring is sprung and thoughts turn to the prospect of warmer weather and the chance to get outdoors. The Royston Repair Café is inviting residents to look in their wardrobes, garden sheds and garages for items hastily stowed away as last autumn approached. Whether it’s a tent with a tear, a sticky zip, or a bent
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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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Curwens Solicitors Non-Profit Community Gallery and Claire Fremann from Libellule, Supporting Local Artists… Visitors to Curwens Gallery this May are in for a sensory treat, as artist Bex Iles showcases her unique and thought-provoking exhibition of Synaesthesia-inspired artwork. The exhibition will be open to the public on Saturdays, 3rd, 10th, 24th May & 7th June
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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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Royston Arts Society’s 2025 Members’ Exhibition runs until 8th June. This year, after a five-year gap, the Society is making a welcome return to Royston Museum. The Exhibition features a wide variety of affordable art by more than 20 of RAS’s talented members, with about 100 paintings – both framed and unframed – and greetings
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Continuing our republished series, “A Question of Royston”, covering the little-known history of Royston, as written by the late Councillor F John Smith (1932-2021). This article, originally written in 2009, looks back at the closure of Woolworths on Royston High Street – a much-loved store that served the community for generations. Following the chain’s nationwide
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Celine Bridier, an interior designer from Royston, is leading a team, which includes Chris White, Managing Director of White Space Creative, and Sophie Waters, Business Relationship Manager at Airbus, to climb Kilimanjaro this summer. Together, they are excited to embark on this remarkable journey to the breathtaking peak of Kilimanjaro, all in support of the
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We received a wonderful email from reader Angela Tomlinson, who has put forward “an amazing local lady for the commitment, understanding and care to us and our precious pets” for The Listing Local Recognition. The lady in question is Mrs Rosemary Hobson, founder of Reed Vets, who recently retired from her practice. Tell us why
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It’s a landmark moment for Royston’s University of the Third Age (u3a) as the organisation prepares to celebrate its 10th birthday – a decade that has seen it grow into one of the town’s most active and well-loved associations. From its very first meeting in 2014, Royston u3a struck a chord with local residents. The
Ashwell at Home is an annual undraising event held in the village of Ashwell in North Herts, when this beautiful and historic village welcomes visitors from near and far for a whole day of entertainment. 2025 promises to be a seminal year, representing 40 years of welcoming visitors to experience and learn about
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Citizens Advice has been helping people solve problems for 85 years—and it’s still going strong. While many in the community may already be familiar with the service, Citizens Advice North Herts is taking this opportunity to reintroduce itself to anyone who might not yet know about the support available. Established in Hitchin in 1939, Citizens
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