The Brian Leslie Racher Charitable Trust is a Registered Charity (Registration Number 1108727) based in Royston, which awards grants to organisations for the benefit of the community. The Trust was founded in 2004 on the death of Roystonian Brian Racher, whose legacy was to support the Royston community which he held so dear. The Trust’s […]
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The first images created of the cave carvings were made by William Stukeley who first visited the cave in the autumn of 1742. Those drawings, while not very accurate, were certainly stylistic and show how he interpreted the scene before him. This June, it can now be your turn to create your own artistic version
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Chairman of Royston Photographic Society is Peter Andrew. His quiet presence is what steers the club along its current path with Peter contributing in all aspects of club life. Peter took up photography in the early 70’s buying a Zenith B SLR as his first camera. Landscape photography was his first love as he was
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This month we’re pleased to share some very exciting ‘What’s New’ updates along with Milestones and news of those businesses coming soon! What’s New Beauty by Agnes – Beauty Services at the Heath Royston Heath Sports Club, SG8 5BG 07450 953 410 – www.sumupbookings.com/beauty-by-agnes Emily’s Fitness – New PT Studio, Bootcamps & Sports Massage Burloes
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Written by Ryan, on behalf of Royston Scaffolding Following our article on Royston’s blue plaques last month, we’re publishing a selection of plaques in each issue. For June, we have focused on the Melbourn Street, Royston: The Banyers Hotel (now The Chalk Hare) 18th Century Home of Rev. Edward Banyer, vicar of Royston 1739-1752 Royston
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This month, we spoke to Mandy Jinkerson who is very well known in Royston as the Community Champion at Tesco Extra Royston. Most people in Royston recognise her due to the full size cardboard cut out of her in the store! Mandy’s role is to support local schools, charities, care homes, food banks, community groups
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On Wednesday 17th June Royston and District Motorcycle Club will hold its 41st annual show at the Eternit Social Club on the Whaddon Road, Meldreth. Doors open at 6pm although early arrivals will not be turned away. This year we expect to attract over 3,000 visitors who will arrive on foot, by car but mostly
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6th – 14th June is Great Big Green Week – www.greatbiggreenweek.com The organisers’ aim is: Together for good, we can make our neighbourhoods better places to live, protect the natural world we love and show politicians and decision makers that people across the UK want positive change. We think that every week is green week!
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The Grain Barn at Sandon Manor has officially launched as a distinctive new group accommodation, combining contemporary design with access to a wide range of curated, on-site estate activities. Located within the private Sandon Manor estate, The Grain Barn has been newly renovated to provide high-quality accommodation, for up to 30 guests. Designed for group
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The National Year of Reading 2026 is a UK-wide campaign encouraging everyone to rediscover the joy of reading through the theme “Go All In”. It is the largest reading campaign in a generation, designed to help people of all ages make reading a regular and enjoyable part of their lives. Hertfordshire Libraries’ key aims are
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Following an incredible turnout of more than 1,500 attendees last year, BikeFest returns in 2026 — bigger, louder, and better than ever. Bringing together passionate bikers, motorcycle enthusiasts, leading brands, and families for a full day of entertainment, displays, and community spirit. Octa Ride: BikeFest 2026 takes place on Sunday 19th July, from 9am–6pm, at
Five talented textile artists, exhibiting under the name PINZ, showcase their work in a fascinating exhibition celebrating more than 200 years of combined textile experience. The group, formed in 2010 through the Eastern Region Textile Forum, includes Pat Brunsdon, Sue Blackburn, Jacqueline Glyde, Suzanne Jarvis and Alison White. Each artist brings a unique creative approach,
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