An archaeological excavation on a field in New Road, Melbourn, which is being developed by Hopkins Homes, has yielded some surprising finds. An Oxford Archaeological East team based at Bar Hill, which worked on the site between August and December of last year, discovered that not only did it contain Mesolithic and early Neolithic artifacts […]
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Hello my fellow foodies… and welcome to February. This month I would like to share with you a new recipe in my collection combining two of my most favourite desserts…pancakes and chocolate. Whilst this recipe is a little on the time consuming side, it can be completed in stages so you don’t have to find
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Mercy Ships operates the largest civilian hospital ship in the world, delivering vital, free healthcare to some of the world’s poorest countries. This “floating hospital” is staffed almost entirely by volunteers, who give their expertise for free to help treat dental and eye problems, cleft lips and palates, tumours, club feet, childbirth injuries, burns and
A tall, heavily decorated tree in the parish church at Royston has become a popular Christmas feature with the congregation and local community. This year’s tree will undoubtedly be a festive hit since it is the largest there has ever been in the church measuring some 25 feet in height and towering into the roof space.
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This month we take a look at the cycling clubs that are in our area. Get on your bike and enjoy the fresh air and exercise this Autumn. Greneway Cycling Satellite Club Greneway School Fridays 3.30 – 4.30pm www.north-herts.gov.uk 01462 474 257 Breeze Cycling Free local rides run by women for women www.goskyride.com Ashwell Cycling
Art News from Curwens. Our Art Preview evening last Thursday was a great success – with lots of visitors and sales ! Maggie, Christine and Selina proved very popular. Their work will still be on display when the gallery opens for the Royston Arts Festival on Saturday 23rd Sept. 10-2 Some photos of the preview
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A sizzling August Bank Holiday Monday helped to induce hundreds of folks from far and wide to a bumper packed program of exciting events at the 96th Ashwell Show. The Bank Holiday brought some beautiful weather for the Ashwell Show. Crowds loved the events put on such as the traditional horse show, the ‘lamb national’
Wimpole are hosting another 2k and 7k Night Run this March. If you’re looking to take part, but not sure about the whole experience, runner Beth Hart explains what her first time running the event was like! This was the most fun I’ve had in the dark for ages! It was my first time trying
If you haven’t visited Welney Wetland Centre near Littleport in Norfolk maybe you should consider a trip this winter. You will receive a friendly welcome and can experience a perfect day exploring the wetlands, where incredible wildlife encounters take place every day in the heart of the fens. This time of year is perfect to
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We all know that Royston is full of history, but did you know there is a guided walk around Royston to learn about the stories behind our town? Starting at Royston’s Parish Church, there’s a Trail which takes you round 31 marked points and with the help of this handy little guide, you’re able to unwrap the hidden
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A prominent purple Beech tree which was vandalised in 2012 is about to be given a new lease of life as a piece of public art work at the centre of Royston’s Priory Memorial Gardens. The Beech tree, which had been a firm favourite with users of the park, finally died this year after
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Probably one of the best ever attended Friday evening meet ups of classic vehicles on the village green at Barrington on Friday evening. No doubt the balmy evening weather certainly assisted the gathering of almost 100 resplendent machines representing over 70 years of motoring, and attracting a record crowd of admirers.
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