The skies cleared, the rain held off, the breeze lightened; what a great day to be playing golf – and at the same time to be helping support Addenbrooke’s Hospital! A charity day at Kingsway Golf, Melbourn, organised by a team from the Rotary Club of Royston and led by club president Derek Pinner, […]
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Following their win at the Royston and Buntingford Schools tennis tournament earlier in June, one of the Tannery Drift teams qualified for the County Finals. Throughout the day, the children demonstrated fantastic teamwork and support for one another; they played their very best and came away with silver medals. Headteacher, Anna Greetham, said “I am
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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). The Coombes Hole underpass, which runs from Melbourn Road past the Town Council’s Green Street allotments through to Burns Road, opened in 2012 thanks to funding from Sustrans, North Herts Council,
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Meldreth Croquet Club tops the League – But Seeks New Home Meldreth Croquet Club has gone top of the East Anglian North and Eastern B Level Golf Croquet League after a storming 11-1 win over Chelmsford Hoops on 26th June. At the same time the club is well positioned to take the leading position in
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2025 marked a very special milestone for Royston Runners as the club celebrated its 40th birthday! To honour four decades of running, friendship, and community spirit, the club has completed a fantastic series of events that bought together members of all abilities for fun, competition, and socialising. The celebrations kicked off with the much-loved 3k
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We are delighted to be a main sponsor to this year’s Barkway Literary Festival, taking place on Saturday 4th October – a celebration of books, ideas, and talent. The day includes a varied programme of talks and discussions for adults, covering topics such as: Walking with Dinosaurs, Spy thrillers, Hertfordshire pubs and breweries, Gardening and
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In the hot weather it can seem like being eco-conscious is no fun – but it is possible to have an enjoyable and sustainable summer. Keep cool by closing windows and shutting curtains/blinds during the heat of the day and opening for a through breeze early morning and evening when the air is cooler. Enjoy
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Royston is buzzing with fresh faces and fabulous new businesses – each bringing something special to our town centre! We’d like to give a big Listing welcome to the following businesses: BetweenBuns has officially landed on Kneesworth Street, serving up gourmet burgers and good vibes in a bold, flavour-packed setting. Whether you’re a foodie or
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We were thrilled to see in our Readers’ Surveys how well-received the Children and Families guide has been. It’s wonderful to know that you value the many free or low-cost activities and events we highlight for families. Supporting local families has always been close to my heart. When The Listing first began in 2005,
Out & About… Summer Holiday Free or Low Cost Activities… Read More »
Ever wondered what’s growing behind the gates at Coombes Hole? Come and find out at Royston Allotments’ annual Open Day on Sunday 3rd August, 11am–2pm! We’ll be firing up the BBQ, slicing the cakes, and welcoming visitors to explore our beautiful site. It’s a great chance to enjoy some homegrown goodness, get some tips from
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For our August issue, The Listing caught up with Luke Paton, who has been guiding visitors through Royston Cave since 2005 – the very same year that The Listing launched. Luke explains: “I started giving tours of Royston Cave in 2005, at the age of 16. I grew up in Royston and was hoping to
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Gerry The Ice Cream Man was a very well-loved man in Royston. As our readers will know, he tragically passed away in an accident in Royston on Monday, 23rd June 2025. We wish to pay our own tribute, captured in our choice of front cover image, to this kind and generous man, who will be
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