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Club News: Royston Photographic Society: Phil Gravett

  This month Royston Photographic Society turn their spotlight on photographer Phil Gravett. Phil joined the society in 2012 and brought with him an enthusiasm for all things wildlife and nature. Since being with the society he has broadened his horizons and takes on a wide range of genrè ranging through sport to people. He […]

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Friends of Therfield Heath: September Update

The Friends of Therfield Heath, founded in 2018, continue to grow their presence across the community, with a busy calendar of events, environmental activities, and partnerships. Their mission remains focused on protecting and promoting the unique landscape of Therfield Heath through engagement, education, and collaboration. The Friends Annual General Meeting in July offered a chance

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Business Profile: Somewhere 2 Sing – Local Choir Trip to the Big Apple

Somewhere 2 Sing will be celebrating their 10 year anniversary next year and the non-audition choir group have some extra special opportunities lined up, including a summer concert at St Albans Cathedral, before an iconic tour of New York City! Royston choir leader, Ellie, says “The best thing about all of these opportunities is that

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Royston Environmental Group: Be Sustainable this September

“Saving the Planet” can evoke images of hair shirts, loss of convenience, or fears of being denied key pleasures in life like favourite foods or travel. For some, worry about the future and what we or our children/grandchildren may live through can be challenging. It’s not all doom and gloom though. In 2018, the American

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Community News: Royston Arts Festival 2025

Royston Arts Festival 2025   The 2025 Royston Arts Festival Events programme has launched online today. To view the full digital programme of events, visit: https://bit.ly/RoystonArtsFestivalProgramme2025   Enjoy a full programme this year, and with more than 50 events, some starting in early September, there will be something for everyone. The Festival takes place from

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Community News: Mirka Anderson: A Journey from Exile to Empowerment Through Film and Language

Mirka Anderson’s life is a testament to the enduring human spirit – woven through decades of cultural transition, personal sacrifice, and unwavering advocacy. A linguist, speech and language therapist, mother of three, and award-winning documentary filmmaker, Anderson has spent over fifty years crafting a life driven by empathy, intellect, and resilience – traits that find

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Community News: Craig McMurrough (Mr Ovary) Honoured at the Palace of Westminster with British Citizen Award!

We’re thrilled to share that Craig McMurrough from Warwickshire has been recognised with a British Citizen Award for Services to Healthcare (BCAh). The award was presented at the Palace of Westminster on Thursday 24th July 2025, honouring Craig’s incredible efforts in raising awareness of ovarian cancer and supporting those affected. Since the tragic loss of

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Community News: Charity Golf Day Raises £1,000 for Addenbrooke’s!

  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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Business News: Royston Solar Solutions

Royston Solar Solutions is a local company based in Royston, and has a proven track record in designing, delivering, and installing renewable energy systems locally. Their experienced team provides reliable, efficient, and cost-effective solutions for both residential and commercial clients. Offering a complete service – from consultation and system design to supply and installation –

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A Question of Royston: “Coombes Hole” the route past the allotments

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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