In 1759 Eugene Aram was convicted of murdering Daniel Clark, a co-conspirator who had aided him, and Richard Houseman, steal goods from businesses in Knaresborough, York. But why would one of the most notorious murder cases of the 18th Century be of any relevance to Royston cave? The bones of Clark were ultimately discovered in […]
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A huge thank you to all our customers for your continued support in the lead-up to Christmas and throughout 2025. Don’t forget to pop in and exchange any Book Tokens you may have received over the festive season. You can also make the most of our great 3-for-2 offers on all children’s books, plus adult
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Are you looking for a reason to get out into the fresh air this January? Discover Royston’s Historic Town Trail! You may have noticed the triangular bronze markers embedded into the pavement throughout the Town Centre. These mark a 31-point history trail, starting at Royston Parish Church, taking in such points as: Dead Street –
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Pupils at Sandon JMI School have rolled up their sleeves and unleashed their creativity to help raise vital funds for charity by decorating a tractor for the Farmers on Christmas Lights Tour in north Hertfordshire on Sunday 21st December. Back for its 5th year, the event brings together farmers, families and local organisations aiming to
Sandon JMI School, a cherished rural primary school founded in 1835 in the heart of Sandon, has won the fight to stop Hertfordshire County Council proceeding to closure consultation, much to the relief of the whole community. Following a few weeks of uncertainty and a passionate campaign from governors, parents and residents, Hertfordshire County Council
Curwens Gallery in Royston is delighted to present their January exhibition featuring main exhibitor Rachael May… For over three decades, Rachael May devoted her career to nursing – supporting others through moments of vulnerability, strength, and healing. Today, she channels that same sensitivity into her art. Her work is inspired by the wild openness of
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Brilliant Volunteers Launches to Reward UK’s Unsung Heroes A ground-breaking new national initiative, Brilliant Volunteers, launched on December 1st, 2025, promising a transformative shift in how the UK thanks and rewards its dedicated volunteer workforce. Founded by visionary leader Diane Richmond, the scheme aims to provide tangible recognition for the thousands of individuals who freely
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New year, sustainable you… Welcome to a brand, shiny new year. We all have high hopes for 2026; maybe you plan to lose weight, go on holiday, or get a new job. Or at the very least, we can all hope to have a better year than the last one. This year, why not make
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The Morden Ruffians Bridge Club are inviting new members to join them for the New Year. The club meets every Wednesday at the Village Hall in Steeple Morden, with play starting at 7.15pm. New members can expect a warm welcome and an enjoyable evening of playing bridge. Over the years the club has grown into
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Please find below details of when our surgeries will be open over the Christmas and New Year break. Please remember to order your repeat prescriptions in plenty of time so that you do not run out of your medication over the holidays. The table below shows you when you will be able to collect
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A heartwarming tale of how a children’s book that was lost to the hands of time will now reach families before Christmas. Drawing on the imagination of 82-year-old budding children’s author Mary Waegner, Stanley Discovers the World is a new children’s book, telling the story of Stanley the stork’s bold adventure as he grows increasingly
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Have you seen Great Northern Rail’s feature on “Why Royston is a must-visit destination for independent shopping”? It’s part of our rail network’s campaign to encourage rail travel and showcase the destinations that can be found along our main rail routes. Their feature on Royston is a positive read, showcasing a number of our town’s
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