Following on from last month’s What’s NEW article, the response has been fantastic! This month we’re bringing you even more exciting updates – from brand-new businesses opening their doors and a relocation. Just Opened: Balloon Gift Boutique & Events, located on Royston Industiral Estate Everything balloon and party related, from single helium balloons to big […]
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Royston Arts Festival 2025 takes place from 19th – 28th September, with over 50 events for all ages and interests, many of them free. Here are some of this year’s highlights: Live Music The Opening Night Concert on Friday 19th September features 6-piece multi-instrumental ‘Tin Giants’, plus ‘Bird In The Belly’ a 4-piece band from
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We were delighted to hear from our Readers’ Survey Winner, Josie Gowler, who won a £100 voucher to spend at a local restaurant – Josie chose to visit The Chequers at Fowlmere. Josie explained; “The Chequers at Fowlmere is very special to my husband and I: when we moved to the area it was our
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Nutwood Pubs to revitalise well-loved community hub, challenging the Nationwide trend of village pub closures… After over 18 months of being shuttered, the Duncombe Arms is about to throw open its doors once again under the stewardship of Nutwood Pubs. At a moment when local pubs across the UK are disappearing fast, this historic Waresley
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The Bury Lane Glasshouses are open on Saturday 6th September 10am-4pm and Sunday 7th September 11am-4pm This is THE experience of the year for plant lovers, tour the vast glasshouses, full of sustainably grown houseplants, and see for yourself the state-of-the-art lighting, heating and watering methods used. Plants are available to buy at greatly reduced
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The 4th Barkway Literary Festival takes place on Saturday 4th October, between 10am and 8.30pm. Tickets are £10 per session or £40 for the day. Children’s events are £5 and an adult enters for free. Our event is supported by local Independent Book retailer, Bow Books of Royston. With 13 sessions to choose from including
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Foxton invites you to their annual Scarecrow Festival, taking place on Saturday 4th October (12 noon – 6pm). Visitors are encouraged to come along and enjoy a day full of scarecrow fun! The theme for 2025 is “In Perfect Harmony”, and the creative residents of Foxton will be showcasing scarecrows inspired by songs, singers, music,
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September Pet of the Month Luna Animal Rescue – Pearl is an older lady who is looking for her forever sofa. She is kind and calm and looking for a quiet home where she can get fuss and sit and watch TV with you. She has a heart murmur but this does not affect her and
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BikeFest 2025, by Octa Ride, is a one-day festival celebrating all things motorcycles, from custom builds and new releases, to community, food, music, and fun. Connect with fellow biking enthusiasts, enjoy live entertainment, and explore exciting brands and products. The event is family-friendly, with plenty on offer for all ages. Refreshments Live stage with DJs,
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As we looked through The Listing archives for our celebration issue, we were delighted to discover that September 2005 also marked the opening of Royston Leisure Centre! Many of our readers will remember the buzz of excitement when the town learned we were getting our very own multi-sport leisure centre – and we proudly featured
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Get your walking boots on Hertfordshire’s much-loved fundraising event, the Great Big Walk for Herts, is back on Saturday 27th September. Organised by Herts based charity Helping Herts, the walk invites residents across the county to take on a 13-mile countryside loop in support of a cause that matters to them. With 12 unique routes to
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This month we’re serving up Aubergine Parmigiana Lasagne – a great vegetarian dish that can be prepared ahead of time Prep time: 30 minutes Cooking time: 60 minutes Serves: 6 Ingredients 3 large aubergines trimmed and thinly sliced lengthways 4 tbsp olive oil 250g vegetarian mozzarella, drained and grated 50g vegetarian Italian-style hard cheese grated
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