The Foxton Scarecrow bi-annual Feast took place in October and brought out a host of interested families to view the 40 amazing displays that had been erected around the village. From a simple single figure to more elaborate creations, all of which, had been cleverly and lovingly assembled, mostly in residents’ gardens, with the theme […]
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The Fall of the Barley Flower Tower All good things must come to an end. The Barley Flower Tower has made many people smile over the past 3 months and drawn visitors to the village from far and wide. It has survived the weather that this summer has thrown at us and was severely challenged
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Sustain-ability 2021 Introducing Royston’s first multi-centre ecological event, which aims to give you the know-how to pursue a greener lifestyle. We all understand that we need to Reduce, Reuse and Recycle, but how exactly can we do this? How do we make those small differences in our everyday lives that will contribute to bigger, global
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Out and About… Foxton Scarecrow Festival Foxton Scarecrow Festival 2021 – Saturday 9th October, 12noon – 5pm Foxton will be holding their very successful Scarecrow Festival once again this year on Saturday 9th October, so do go along and enjoy the fun! This year the theme is ‘Books’ – see if you can identify all
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Barley Flower Tower The Barley Flower Tower has been in place for over two months now, and there has been a constant flow of visitors. Our very popular pigeon now has a name…Peter the Pigeon, named by Tracy in the ‘Name that Pigeon’ competition at ‘Barley Unlocked’, the first village get together on the Plaistow
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Since the Barley Flower Tower was hoisted into position with the expert help of the Royston Fire service and a band of helpful villagers, its renown has spread far and wide. On 27th June, the rector Ruth Pyke and Flower Tower designer Alison White were interviewed live on BBC Look East and on the 30th
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Out and About… The Tiger Who Came to Tea A new exhibition explores the life and celebrates the work of one of Britain’s best known author–illustrators for children, Judith Kerr. Celebrating the 50th anniversary of the much-loved classic The Tiger Who Came to Tea, the exhibition, originated by Seven Stories – the National Centre for
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Windependence Day *CHANGE OF DATE* Due to the changing of Government guidance, the Great Chishill Windmill Opening will now take place in August, instead of July. After four and a half years the restoration project at Chishill Windmill is complete! The ancient postmill is saved for future generations who will see it constantly moving to
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Outdoor pools set to make a splash this summer! Hitchin and Letchworth outdoor pools have officially opened their doors for summer this year. Stevenage Leisure Limited (SLL), who manage the pools on behalf of North Herts District Council (NHDC), are following the government roadmap out of lockdown which means some restrictions will be in place,
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Out and About… Cambridge Open Studios Cambridge Open Studios has announced the 2021 dates for its month-long summer art event, which will feature an exciting range of exhibitions by over 300 artists at a selection of locations in the city and surrounding areas Five Ways to Enjoy For many artist members it will be Open
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Out and About… Royston and District Motorcycle Show The cancellation of ‘Freedom Day’ left Royston & District Motor Cycle Club with the decision as to whether to cancel or postpone the annual show. With charities feeling the pinch from the lack of fund-raising events it was decided to reschedule the show to Wednesday 21st July.
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Out and About: Easter Holiday Fun Like most parents we have tried our best to try to keep their spirits up by keeping them busy, but a whole year of coming up with new ideas can be a little draining for even the most inventive individuals. Here are a few ideas that we will be
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