WomenSing is a local choir that meets every Wednesday from 7.30-9.30pm at Coombes Community Centre in Royston. This coming March, WomenSing will be joining with other choirs and performing at a concert to raise funds for local charity HomeStart. They are looking for former members and anyone who would be interested in singing, to join […]
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Pumpkin picking has grown in popularity in recent years, and it’s easy to see why! Local farms and venues are opening their fields for you to choose your own pumpkin, ready for carving over the half-term holidays for Halloween. Remember to dress appropriately for the weather and the fields, and check each venue’s website for
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The history of Royston Golf Club goes back to when King James I (James VI of Scotland) established his hunting lodge in Royston – the remnants of which still survive in Kneesworth Street. In celebration of golf being played in 1624, Royston Golf Club are holding events this autumn and inviting people from the town
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Royston Parish Church is opening its doors for Heritage Open Days on Saturday 14th September. Participating for the first time as part of the nationwide Heritage Open Days Scheme, the Parish and Priory Church of Royston, the largest Grade I listed building in town, is opening its doors for free guided tours, the chance to
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Are you looking for somewhere to eat out this month? You can’t go wrong with The Chequers Thai in Royston, the town’s newest restaurant, which offers authentic and delicious Thai food. We visited earlier in the summer, and were really impressed with the refurbishment. It’s stylish and modern, whilst retaining the historic features of the
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Royston’s skatepark has recently been extended and revamped thanks to North Herts Council. The council, with the help of landscape architects at Groundwork East and local users, has transformed the skatepark – it’s been extended on two sides, more than doubling the existing footprint, and the new street area includes hubba ledges and a grind
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(Bassingbourn) Air Cadets are calling all future cadets to join us for our Autumn intake on Monday 16th September! First Aid training, Duke of Edinburgh Awards, Flying, Adventure Training and BTECs are just some of the activities that our cadets take part in. If this appeals to you, our intake night is the perfect opportunity
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2024 is a very special year for the Orwell Pannier Market – it’s our 20th Anniversary! This makes us the oldest monthly village market in South Cambridgeshire (see SCDC’s website – visitsouthcambs.co.uk). It all started back in 2004 when three local residents, on holiday in Devon, saw villagers selling surplus produce from pannier baskets. What
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Royston Arts Festival returns this year on Friday 20th September and runs until Saturday 5th October. This year, popular folk due Megson are opening the Festival with a concert in Royston Parish Church, and the Festival ends with the day-long Barkway Literary Festival, featuring author talks and workshops. Throughout the Festival, enjoy over 50 events
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Why not consider Alpaca Walking an unforgettable experience just 15 minutes drive from Royston. Yew Tree Alpacas, based in the picturesque village of Anstey, near Buntingford, offers a fabulous Alpaca walking experience in the East Hertfordshire countryside. It’s a fantastic day out for a special occasion or treat for yourself and makes a fantastic present for
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We are delighted to have re-opened the Kumon Royston Study Centre from a new venue. At Kumon, we aim to discover the potential of each and every child, whether gifted or in need of extra help, by developing their ability to learn independently. Our approach to learning is different. Think of the saying ‘Give a
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How lucky are we, to have so many free or low-cost events for children and families over the summer holidays?… Enjoy walks and kite flying on the Heath, Priory Memorial Gardens or Ashwell Springs for a fun day out. The Listing has gathered the best of the events on offer in Royston, SG8 and the
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