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Update From Royston Vs Coronavirus

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Update From Royston Vs Coronavirus

During lockdown 2.0, the team from Royston vs Coronavirus are able to provide help with urgent, important one off requests.
Dave Carter, who started the voluntary group, said, ‘We are still able to support people in Royston but we recognise that many people have got systems in place to get shopping or prescriptions. That paired with the fact that many of our original volunteers are working now, we are offering a ‘light’ version of support. To make it simple for everyone we have introduced the following criteria so that we can offer support to those most in need.We should be able to help you if you can answer ‘Yes’ to at least one question from each column.
In addition, the Royston Talks team are able to offer neighbour –neighbour chats to anyone who is lonely, worried or just wants to connect with a friendly voice.
If you need help during this lockdown, you can contact the team on 01763 259203.

Community News

Out and About… Royston Arts Festival – Renewal

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...]

Spotlight On… Royston Royal British Legion Branch and Club

Spotlight On... Royston Royal British Legion Branch and Club Based in Mill Road in Royston, discover more about your local British Legion Branch and Club, which formed over 85 years ago. British Legion Branch For the past 100 years Royal British Legion Branch members have kept faith with their founder’s commitment to the armed forces … [Read More...]

Calling All Hereos!

We are excited to announce that the Wild World Heroes Summer Reading Challenge 2021 is launching in Hertfordshire Libraries on Saturday 10th July. Our doors are open, and we are welcoming back and encouraging our existing and new young readers to join and take part for Free. This year The Reading Agency has teamed up with WWF UK to inspire … [Read More...]

Great Chishill Windmill Opening

*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 face the wind … [Read More...]

Three Little Birds

Hiding within our pages are three little birds... can you spot them all? We would like to thank everyone who has entered our Three Little Birds competition and to all our winners! This month will be our last competition, we look forward to receiving as many entries as possible... Hiding within our pages are Three Little Birds... can you spot … [Read More...]

Renovation work taking place at Workway – Upton, Royston

Upton House is an iconic building in the heart of Royston built in the 1800’s originally as a private home to the Phillips Family that ran and owned the Royston Brewery. For the last 20yrs the building has been a mixture of residential and serviced offices, owned by Stuart Findlay a local businessman and an active member of Royston’s Chamber of … [Read More...]

Aspirations week at Roman Way Academy

Aspirations week at Roman Way Academy Children at Roman Way Academy recently took part in Aspirations Week. The children spent the week learning about different jobs and thinking about what they aspire to do in the future. Each day, the children had live video calls with different parents, covering a variety of roles including a scientist, an … [Read More...]

Update on Royston Church

Update on Royston Church Since our last update, work within the church has been continuing at a pace although work on the rebuilding of the main arch was delayed due to the problems with sourcing the replacement stone. We are pleased to report that this has been resolved and work is now expected to be complete by early July. This will finalise the … [Read More...]

Towards the Dawning of a New Era

There are few businesses that haven’t been forced to change their sense of direction over the last year, and the Melbourn Community Hub is just one organisation that has found life particularly challenging. With the short notice intermittent lock downs, and the frequently changing laws governing hygiene and social distancing it has meant an … [Read More...]

Friends of Therfield Heath and Greens

Friends of Therfield Heath and Greens Are you looking for something for new experiences now we can get out more? Why not join The Friends of Therfield Heath and Greens. We are a local charity helping conserve the beautiful rare chalk grassland and the natural environment it supports. We arrange varied events from indoor quizzes to outdoor nature … [Read More...]

Meldreth Marathon

Meldreth Marathon Have you ever watched the London Marathon, the Olympic Games or any other endurance race and thought “Gosh, I’d like to do that!”? No. Me neither. But if you would consider taking part in a team-effort marathon, maybe we can help! Home-Start is proud to launch a new, virtual fun run, the Meldreth Marathon, which will be … [Read More...]

Therfield Village Fete

Therfield Village Fete Therfield is a quintessentially English village, boasting a thriving local community, picture-perfect thatched cottages, a church and chapel, well-regarded pre-school and school, and the welcoming Fox and Duck pub on the village green. This charming event is set in and around the grounds of St Mary the Virgin’s church and … [Read More...]

Royston Kite Festival

Royston Kite Festival EVENT CANCELLED DUE TO LATEST GOVERNMENT RESTRICTIONS One of Royston’s biggest annual events is back – and this year it promises to be even better than ever! The Charity Kite Festival and Historic Vehicle Show, organised by the Rotary Club of Royston, will be held Sunday, August 1st, on Therfield Heath. There will be … [Read More...]

Survivors Against Domestic Abuse

Survivors Against Domestic Abuse Domestic Abuse is defined as any incident of controlling, coercive or threatening behaviour, violence or abuse between those aged 16 or over who are or have been intimate partners or family members, regardless of their gender or sexuality. This is how Domestic Abuse is defined, but it does not in any way express … [Read More...]

Out and About… Royston and District Motorcycle Show

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. Hopes are … [Read More...]

Friends of Therfield Heath

Friends of Therfield Heath Nearly half way through the year and at the time of writing this, and we are all looking forward to more freedom from lockdown. However, Therfield Heath has continued for many of us to be a place of enjoyment, and recharging our “batteries”. The committee of The Friends were delighted to receive the many lovely … [Read More...]

EACH Volunteers Needed!

EACH Volunteers Needed! We need YOU to help us keep our shops open and raise vital funds! With many of our shop volunteers currently unable to lend a hand due to the pandemic, the number of hours’ support we normally receive is down more than 50%. We are facing a financial deficit over the next 12 months, following disruption to fundraising and … [Read More...]

Royston Cricket Club

Royston Cricket Club The anticipation is building at Royston Cricket Club, with the start of their 231st season being just around the corner. As well as running three Saturday senior league teams and supporting the Therfield Sunday team, the club have been delighted to see so many juniors re-joining after an almost non-existent junior season … [Read More...]

Watford FC are helping men ‘Shape Up’ in Royston

Watford FC are helping men ‘Shape Up’ in Royston The Shape Up Herts campaign has a 6 year history of helping men aged 18 to 65 to improve their fitness & nutrition habits and lose weight and for the first time, it is available to Men in Royston. The programme was originally set up in late 2014 by Watford FC Community Sports and Education … [Read More...]

Royston & District Motorcycle Club

Royston & District Motorcycle Club Royston & District Motor Cycle Club ride outs got off to a bright start with the easing of the Covid restrictions with visits to Ringsway Water, Frinton on Sea and Wormley Canal. Whilst on the three occasions the temperature was low, the sun was out casting the appearance of a hot summer day. It was … [Read More...]

More Community News

Coronavirus

Update From Royston Vs Coronavirus

Update From Royston Vs Coronavirus During lockdown 2.0, the team from Royston vs Coronavirus are able to provide help with urgent, important one off requests. Dave Carter, who started the voluntary … [Read More...]

Age UK – 12 Days Of Winter

It’s a cold and lonely winter! But you can make it warmer! Winter is always difficult for many older people, not everyone has family or friends, and for many, long dark nights are a struggle. Many … [Read More...]

5 Reasons to Shop Local

5 Reasons to Shop Local One unexpected and welcome outcome from the first Coronavirus lockdown is the way in which many small businesses adapted and kept trading and now with the second lockdown … [Read More...]

More Local Coronavirus Resources

Wellbeing

Boosting Immunity: Winter Warriors

Boosting Immunity: Winter Warriors This is a great time of the year to get into some new habits not only to ‘boost’ our immunity but to sustain it so that we are in the best possible shape on the inside as well as the outside. It’s a little known fact but actually at least 70% of our immune tissue is located in our digestive system, so it makes … [Read More...]

Be Sustainable: Zero Plastic Survival Kit

Be Sustainable: Zero Plastic Survival Kit Living a plastic free lifestyle definitely takes effort and organising, so here is what to put in your zero waste survival kit to ensure you can skip out on using single use plastic. • Cotton bags Make sure you have a stash of reusable cotton bags by the front door, in the car, at work so they are easy … [Read More...]

looking after you: Declutter your life, reduce stress

Looking After You: Declutter Your Life, Reduce Stress Stress plays a huge part in how we feel and go about our daily lives. Coping with stress long term can have a negative effect on our physical and mental health and wellbeing. So taking active steps to reduce areas of demand and unnecessary commitments can really improve your health and how you … [Read More...]

Business Profile: Emma Louise Styling

Business Profile: Emma Louise Styling I’m Emma, a qualified Personal Stylist. My aim is to make personal styling affordable so we can all get the confidence boost we deserve. After having our children I felt like I’d lost all confidence in how I looked and dressing my changed body. Learning what suited me helped me rediscover my sense of style, … [Read More...]

Be Sustainable: Plastic Free Bathroom Routine

Be Sustainable: Plastic Free Bathroom Routine Often when we make steps to go plastic free it can feel extremely overwhelming so starting with one area of your life first can feel much more manageable so here are my favourite swaps for your bathroom routine…  • Bamboo Toothbrush I favour a bamboo toothbrush for its cardboard packaging and … [Read More...]

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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/
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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!
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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.
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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