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Barley Flower Tower

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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 since lock down began, which … [Read more...]

Out and About… Royston Arts Festival – Renewal

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Out and About... Royston Arts Festival - Renewal Royston Arts Festival is back this year, with a mix of in person and online events. The Festival takes place between 23rd and 26th September, with additional film events on 19th and 28th. Everyone is welcome to come along and get involved - outstanding photography, drama, music and film.  We … [Read more...]

Barley Flower Tower Update

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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 June a film crew from ITV Anglia news arrived … [Read more...]

Out and About… The Tiger Who Came to Tea

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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 Children’s … [Read more...]

Windependence Day

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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 … [Read more...]

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What's On Upcoming Events

Sep
13
Mon
all-day Open Eco Homes – Autumn Season @ Online
Open Eco Homes – Autumn Season @ Online
Sep 13 – Oct 15 all-day
Open Eco Homes – Autumn Season @ Online
Open Eco Homes – Autumn Season Open Eco Homes is back once again with free home tours and expert-led talks. This year’s series of tours and talks will be online and include two new builds, six retrofits (including a church) and five expert-led talks. Open Eco Homes is a project of local charity Cambridge Carbon Footprint. This year we’re focusing on how to get started reducing energy use at home. Whether you’re looking for ‘easy win’ actions such as draught-proofing or insulation or expert advice to support you to put together a whole house retrofit, we’re here to help. The Open Eco Homes programme of events will run between 13th September and 15th October. More information and booking at cambridgecarbonfootprint.org/open-eco-homes-events. More details on the specific tours and talks can be found on our website: https://cambridgecarbonfootprint.org/what-you-can-do/open-eco-homes-events/
Sep
19
Sun
10.30am Royston Methodist Church Sunday ... @ Royston Methodist Church
Royston Methodist Church Sunday ... @ Royston Methodist Church
Sep 19 @ 10.30am – 12.00pm
Royston Methodist Church Sunday Service (Via Zoom) @ Royston Methodist Church
Join us for our Sunday service via zoom, either on your PC, laptop, iPad, tablet, mobile phone or home phone. Rev Charity and the Church Stewards are doing all they can to continue to serve us all as a church whilst the crisis continues and thereafter. Visit www.royston-methodist.org.uk/ for more information.
2.00pm Feast in the Field @ Elysium Beauty Salon
Feast in the Field @ Elysium Beauty Salon
Sep 19 @ 2.00pm – 6.00pm
Feast in the Field @ Elysium Beauty Salon | Edworth | England | United Kingdom
Elysium are proud to present our very own music festival called Feast in the Field on September the 19th 2pm – 6pm. Live music from Amy Bird and Indie, food stalls from Golden Bites Street Food and Betweenbuns and, of course, The Steam Room’s bar. £60 per Plot maximum of 6 people, bring your own deckchairs/rugs Book tickets through elysium main reception Children are allowed but must stay within your area and count as one of your group Only food and drink purchased at the event can be consumed For more information and to book tickets, visit https://www.elysiumsalonbeauty.co.uk/feast-in-the-field/ or call 01763 449005
3.30pm Messy Church @ Online
Messy Church @ Online
Sep 19 @ 3.30pm – 5.30pm
Messy Church @ Online
Held on the third Sunday of the month. All families welcome to join in and enjoy a fun video and lots of creative crafts. Visit www.facebook.com/rmcmessychurch for more information.  
3.30pm Messy Church September Harvest @ Royston Methodist Church
Messy Church September Harvest @ Royston Methodist Church
Sep 19 @ 3.30pm – 4.30pm
Messy Church September Harvest @ Royston Methodist Church | England | United Kingdom
Messy Church for September – Harvest. Sunday 19th September, at Royston Methodist Church, from 3.30 to 4.30pm. All families are welcome to join us in person for an afternoon of games & crafts, with John Hardwick leading the singing and Bible stories about Harvest and Joseph being reconciled with his family. Unfortunately, we can’t serve refreshments.  It is free but pre-booking is required – please go to www.ticketsource.co.uk/rmc1 For more information contact 01763 242682 or rs.elock@btinternet.com      
4.00pm Churches Together @ Priory Memorial Gardens, Royston
Churches Together @ Priory Memorial Gardens, Royston
Sep 19 @ 4.00pm – 5.00pm
Churches Together @ Priory Memorial Gardens, Royston | England | United Kingdom
Churches Together Service on Sunday 19th September 4-5pm to reflect on COVID-19 Please note this service is weather dependent!
Sep
20
Mon
2.00pm Weekly drop-in Wellbeing Hub @ Coombes Community Centre
Weekly drop-in Wellbeing Hub @ Coombes Community Centre
Sep 20 @ 2.00pm – 4.00pm
Weekly drop-in Wellbeing Hub @ Coombes Community Centre | England | United Kingdom
Every Monday (excluding Bank Holidays), 2 – 4pm.  Free parking available. The Wellbeing Hub provides a welcoming, friendly space for people to come along for a cup of tea and a chat, talk to and be listened to by one of our team members, gain information about our therapies and support services, feel more in control and live life to its greatest potential. We are looking for new members and also new volunteers to come along and get involved! Contact Richard on 07485 027596 to find out more.
Sep
21
Tue
10.00am Royston WEA @ Heritage Hall, Royston Town Hall
Royston WEA @ Heritage Hall, Royston Town Hall
Sep 21 @ 10.00am – 11.30am
Royston WEA @ Heritage Hall, Royston Town Hall | England | United Kingdom
Royston WEA Royston WEA is very pleased to offer once again a face-to-face course following the many months when learning was only available online. Starting on Tuesday 14th September, 10.00-11.30am, the 10-week course is open to all and will be held in the Heritage Hall, Royston Town Hall. The fee is £59.25 and early enrolment is advised. Famous Russian Women in World History & Culture will be taught by Marina Burrell, a Russian native speaker who will introduce some remarkable Russian women who made a considerable contribution to Russian and World History and Culture. A princess and a diplomat, a terrorist and a poet, an opera singer who sang for Benjamin Britten and a ballerina who made a revolution in ballet. Their lives were full of hardships and pleasures, excitement and bewildering twists. How were they affected by diverse historical and political contexts? What was extraordinary about Soviet women? For[...]
Sep
22
Wed
8.00am Royston Outdoor Market @ Royston Market Square
Royston Outdoor Market @ Royston Market Square
Sep 22 @ 8.00am – 2.00pm
Royston Outdoor Market @ Royston Market Square | England | United Kingdom
Every Wed and Sat, 8am – 2pm Royston Market Square, Royston, SG8 9J
10.00am Royston Heath Walks @ Therfield Heath Cafe
Royston Heath Walks @ Therfield Heath Cafe
Sep 22 @ 10.00am
Royston Heath Walks @ Therfield Heath Cafe | Therfield | England | United Kingdom
Royston Health Walks is a social walking group. We have 2 walks every Wednesday from The Heath Café, Baldock Road, Royston, SG8 5BG Our 10am walk over Therfield Heath is at a leisurely pace. It is an opportunity to have a chat and hopefully meet some new people. We typically cover around 1.5 miles and end up in the Café for a brew. Our second walk is similar to the first but the routes we take are a bit more challenging and a little longer. During the summer the start time is 5pm but will become earlier as the days become shorter (call or email to confirm start time). Everyone is very welcome to join us regardless of age, level of fitness and in principle state of health. Email roystonhealthwalks@btinternet.com for further information
5.00pm Royston Heath Walks @ Therfield Heath Cafe
Royston Heath Walks @ Therfield Heath Cafe
Sep 22 @ 5.00pm
Royston Heath Walks @ Therfield Heath Cafe | Therfield | England | United Kingdom
Royston Health Walks is a social walking group. We have 2 walks every Wednesday from The Heath Café, Baldock Road, Royston, SG8 5BG Our 10am walk over Therfield Heath is at a leisurely pace. It is an opportunity to have a chat and hopefully meet some new people. We typically cover around 1.5 miles and end up in the Café for a brew. Our second walk is similar to the first but the routes we take are a bit more challenging and a little longer. During the summer the start time is 5pm but will become earlier as the days become shorter (call or email to confirm start time). Everyone is very welcome to join us regardless of age, level of fitness and in principle state of health. Email roystonhealthwalks@btinternet.com for further information
Sep
23
Thu
8.00am Royston Business Networking @ Online
Royston Business Networking @ Online
Sep 23 @ 8.00am – 9.00am
Royston Business Networking @ Online
Every Thurs, 8-9am, online Connect with local businesses. Each session includes a one/two minute introduction, break-out rooms to have a one-to-one catch up then re-join the main group for leads, tips and referrals! To find out more about attending, email Tony at tony.field@amixan.co.uk or email info@roystonbusinessnetwork.co.uk www.roystonbusinessnetwork.co.uk
Sep
24
Fri
6.30pm Strangers on a Film @ King James Academy Royston, Senior Site,
Strangers on a Film @ King James Academy Royston, Senior Site,
Sep 24 @ 6.30pm – 9.45pm
Strangers on a Film @ King James Academy Royston, Senior Site, | England | United Kingdom
Strangers on a Film For the Royston Arts Festival shows, this will be followed by a screening of the movie itself – a much loved Hitchcock classic. Performances will be at King James Academy Royston, Senior Site, on Friday 24 and Saturday 25 September Because of the length of the film, the evening will start at 7.00 p.m. (doors open 6.30) and the evening should end at around 9.45 p.m. Tickets cost £10 on door (cash only) and audiences are encouraged to bring their own refreshments and find a table. More information can be found on the CADS website at www.cadsroystron.org.uk
Sep
25
Sat
8.00am Herts Country Market @ Royston Corn Exchange
Herts Country Market @ Royston Corn Exchange
Sep 25 @ 8.00am
Herts Country Market @ Royston Corn Exchange | England | United Kingdom
Every Sat, 8am Royston Corn Exchange, Royston, SG8 9JR  
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