News From Royston Town Market - Cheesey Bob The market town of Royston was awarded its Charter during the time of Richard I (1189). Icknield Way, Ermine Street, High Street and King Street marked the original areas of the market until gradually the buildings in the centre of the streets became permanent buildings and the market was moved to its … [Read more...]
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What's On Upcoming Events
May
20
Mon
7.30pm
Talk by Bishop Nathan Amooti
@ The Methodist Church
Talk by Bishop Nathan Amooti
@ The Methodist Church
May 20 @ 7.30pm
Come and hear Bishop Nathan Amooti as we celebrate God’s transforming work in Rwanda over the 25 years since the genocide. This is multimedia inspirational evening celebrating the transformation of Rwanda. It is a story that warms the heart and challenges the soul. Bishop Nathan is a stirring speaker with a great sense of humour.
May
21
Tue
10.30am
Gog Magog House History Walk
Gog Magog House History Walk
May 21 @ 10.30am – 11.30am
Enjoy a gentle walk around the buildings at Wandlebury with one of the wardens and discover some of the history of the fascinating 18th century country estate and stables – the historical seat of the Godolphin family, which was credited with raising the renowned Godolphin Arabian thoroughbred racing stallion. NB: No need to book, just turn up. Free event – donations welcome. Meet at the notice board next to the car park at Wandlebury Park. Directions: Wandlebury Country Park is on the A1307, 2.5km south of the Addenbrooke’s roundabout. CB22 3AE. Parking is available on site and costs £3 per vehicle, free to members. For more information: email bookings@cambridgeppf.org, call 01223 243830 extension 207 or visit www.cambridgeppf.org/whats-on
11.00am
Natwest Community Banker
Natwest Community Banker
May 21 @ 11.00am – 2.00pm
Bernadette Merry has been appointed as NatWest Community Banker for the Hertfordshire region. Bernadette will be based in Saffron Walden and Royston. Regular drop-in sessions will be held in: Royston Library every other Friday between 11am and 2pm. Saffron Walden Town Hall every other Tuesday between 9.30am and 12.30pm.
May
22
Wed
10.15am
Baby Rhyme Time
@ Royston Library
Baby Rhyme Time
@ Royston Library
May 22 @ 10.15am
Every Wednesday with two sessions, 10.15am and 11.15am. Children love being bounced and tickled, and rhymes are a great way of entertaining babies and toddlers. They help your child’s language development too. Baby Rhyme Times are a fun half hour session of songs and rhymes suitable for babies and toddlers of all ages. All parents, carers and their babies are welcome to join in and there is no need to book in advance. For the comfort and safety of you and your child, we reserve the right to limit numbers at popular sessions. This activity is free; however we do welcome a voluntary contribution of £1 per family. www.hertfordshire.gov.uk
11.00am
Wednesday Walk
@ Wimpole Estate
Wednesday Walk
@ Wimpole Estate
May 22 @ 11.00am – 1.00pm
Every Wednesday, 11am – 1pm at Wimpole Estate. Join us for a different walk each week, showing off some of the best views, woodland paths and secret seats in and around Wimpole’s parkland. For more information visit: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/wimpole
1.30pm
Royston Health Walks
@ Royston Heath
Royston Health Walks
@ Royston Heath
May 22 @ 1.30pm – 2.30pm
Every Wednesday at 1.30pm, At Royston Heath. Royston Health Walks is a social walking group. We are very welcoming and friendly and pride ourselves in being positively inclusive and non-cliquey. We walk at a leisurely pace over Therfield Heath, have a chat and then go for refreshments in the café. Everyone regardless of age, level of fitness and in principle state of health can get something from walking with us. The walks are free and accompanied children and dogs are welcome. For more information contact: 01763 852769 or roystonhealthwalks@btinternet.com
7.15pm
Greenfingers Garden Club
@ Coombes Community Centre
Greenfingers Garden Club
@ Coombes Community Centre
May 22 @ 7.15pm – 9.00pm
We will be holding our annual bring and buy plant sale. All welcome. Contact: 01763 244424
May
23
Thu
7.30am
Royston Business Network
@ The Heath
Royston Business Network
@ The Heath
May 23 @ 7.30am – 9.00am
Meet other business people to find suppliers and customers. Held every Thursday, 7.30 – 9.30am at The Heath, Royston. www.roystonbusinessnetwork.co.uk
9.30am
Sweaty Mama Classes
@ Coombes Community Centre
Sweaty Mama Classes
@ Coombes Community Centre
May 23 @ 9.30am – 10.15am
Thursdays from 9.30am – 10.15am. Held at Coombes Community Centre, Royston Pre-booking required. Either call/text Kaylee 07584 571587 or email kaylee@sweatymama.com More information can also be found at www.kaylee.sweatymama.com
9.30am
Tots in Church
@ Sport Pavilion at Meridian School
Tots in Church
@ Sport Pavilion at Meridian School
May 23 @ 9.30am – 11.00am
Every Thursday, 9.30 – 11am, except for school holidays. A friendly baby and toddler group run by Royston Parish Church. Suggested donation of £1. Includes snacks, story, singing, chatting and much more. Contact: roystonpc.familymissioner@gmail.com
10.00am
Weekly Healthy Walking with Camb...
@ Wandlebury Country Park
Weekly Healthy Walking with Camb...
@ Wandlebury Country Park
May 23 @ 10.00am
We have an enthusiastic group of trained volunteers who lead our two, weekly Walking for Health walks at Wandlebury. The first is slightly faster while the second is more leisurely, accommodating people who are not so fit or are newcomers to the group. Each walk lasts around 30 minutes and covers about 1.5 miles. With the slower second walk, we offer a shortcut back to the base if needed. This social group meets all year round at 10am every Thursday morning, with the slower walk starting at 10.30am. Walks are well-attended, with 50-60 people joining most weeks. Teas and coffees are available afterwards. www.cambridgeppf.org/whats-on
6.00pm
Lawn Bowls Open Day
@ Barton Bowls Club, Recreational Ground
Lawn Bowls Open Day
@ Barton Bowls Club, Recreational Ground
May 23 @ 6.00pm
Try a new sport for free! Lawn bowls, for 11-99 years old! There are three open days: Saturday 4th May, 10am-4pm Thursday 9th & 23rd May, 6pm www.bartonbowls.co.uk
7.00pm
Orwell Film Club
@ Orwell Village Hall
Orwell Film Club
@ Orwell Village Hall
May 23 @ 7.00pm
Orwell Film Club meet on the 4th Thursday each month in Orwell Village Hall at 7pm. The Film starts at 7:30pm and entrance is £3 per visit or £6 per year. There are no films in August or December, so we play 10 films per year. Any enquires ring 01223 208536.
7.00pm
The Conservators of Therfield He...
@ Meridian School Hall
The Conservators of Therfield He...
@ Meridian School Hall
May 23 @ 7.00pm
The next public meeting will be on May 23rd at Meridian School Hall 7pm to have an open consultation on some future ideas and plans including the Bye Laws which were last updated in 1964 and again in 1989.