What’s On… in Royston and Beyond The Listing What’s On guide is the most comprehensive guide in the area, helping you to plan how to spend your free time. Our online diary and printed pages are reserved for one-off events, rather than reoccurring events, meetings and classes. Click here to visit our online organisation directory for more information on our local clubs and societies.
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Cambridge PPF: May Day Morris Dance
5.00am
Cambridge PPF: May Day Morris Dance
@ Wandlebury Country Park
May 1 @ 5.00am – 6.00am
![]() Be up with the lark this May Day as the summer sun rises above the Wandlebury woodlands, and witness the Devil’s Dyke Morris Men dancing to greet it. This traditional English dancing event takes place in the same beautiful spot in the Country Park on May Day each year. If you have never been before, we highly recommend it. NB: Free event but donations are always welcome. Meet on the picnic field at Wandlebury Country Park (signposted from entrance). Dancing starts at 5.29am. Refreshments will be available for purchase on the day. 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, members free. For more information: email bookings@cambridgeppf.org, call 01223 243830 extension 207 or visit www.cambridgeppf.org/whats-on
Baby Rhyme Time
10.15am
Baby Rhyme Time
@ Royston Library
May 1 @ 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
Wednesday Walk
11.00am
Wednesday Walk
@ Wimpole Estate
May 1 @ 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
Royston Health Walks
1.30pm
Royston Health Walks
@ Royston Heath
May 1 @ 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
WomenSing
8.00pm
WomenSing
@ Coombes Community centre
May 1 @ 8.00pm
![]() WomenSing is a female community choir set up to encourage all singers no matter what level to join together in song. We sing everything from Coldplay to Bach. No previous experience needed. WomenSing raises money for Home-Start Royston and South Cambs. Cost £4 per person. Contact: 07753636443, musicwithmum21@btopenworld.com
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Wildlife Trust Dawn Chorus Walk
6.00am
Wildlife Trust Dawn Chorus Walk
@ Trumpington Meadows
May 2 @ 6.00am – 8.00am
![]() Join the rangers on this special guided walk to hear bird song in the early morning – the best count on previous walks was 43 bird species – can it be beaten this year? Hot drinks and croissants available after the walk. £7.50 per person. Contact: trumpingtonMeadows@wildlifebcn.org
Royston Business Network
7.30am
Royston Business Network
@ Royston Heath Sports Club
May 2 @ 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
Sweaty Mama Classes
9.30am
Sweaty Mama Classes
@ Coombes Community Centre
May 2 @ 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
Weekly Healthy Walking with Cambridge PPF
10.00am
Weekly Healthy Walking with Cambridge PPF
@ Wandlebury Country Park
May 2 @ 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
North Herts Art Society Lecture
11.00am
North Herts Art Society Lecture
@ Spirella Ballroom
May 2 @ 11.00am – 3.15pm
![]() Two sessions: 11am -12.15pm, 2 – 3.15pm In 1915 Churchill was rescued from depression by the ‘muse of painting’. Painting was the mainstay that allowed one of our greatest national leaders to achieve all that he did. Churchill’s paintings record landscapes from the Riviera, to Blenheim, Chartwell and Marrakech. The most fascinating aspects of this exploration of a talent beyond the mere amateur is the role it played in his personal and political life, the restorative power of the process of painting, and the insight it allows us into the art of his age. Churchill took lessons from Lavery, Sickert and Nicholson, and the choices he made tell us much about the colour, texture and direction of art in the early-twentieth century. Free Parking and lift access. Visitors £7. www.theartssocietynorthherts.org.uk
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Coffee and Connect
10.30am
Coffee and Connect
@ The Jolly Postie
May 3 @ 10.30am – 11.30am
![]() An informal business networking event in the centre of Royston. Held on the first Friday monthly, 10.30 – 11.30am at The Jolly Postie. Contact: 01763 887110
Toddler Tales
2.00pm
Toddler Tales
@ Royston Library
May 3 @ 2.00pm – 2.30pm
![]() Every Friday, 2.05 – 2.35pm, Royston Library. Toddler Tales is the perfect step on from Baby Rhyme Time, with a mix of lively stories and rhymes for you and your child to join in with. The stories chosen are aimed at toddlers and pre-school children but babies are welcome too. Sharing stories and rhymes with your child helps to develop their listening skills, language and imagination. Enjoy the stories together by sitting with your child during the session and then spend time browsing and borrowing from our extensive range of picture books. This activity is free; however we do welcome a voluntary contribution of £1 per family. www.hertfordshire.gov.uk
Dennis Rollins’ Velocity Trio
7.30pm
Dennis Rollins’ Velocity Trio
@ Cambridge Modern Jazz, Stapleford Granary
May 3 @ 7.30pm
![]() Dennis Rollins MBE – trombone, elec, Pedro Segundo drums/perc, Ross Stanley – organ Dennis Rollins is well-known on the British and international jazz scene and is celebrated for his versatility and muscular approach on that underrated instrument, the trombone. He first gained prominence playing with the National Youth Jazz Orchestra (NYJO), and the legendary all-black jazz big band The Jazz Warriors. Over the years he has established a reputation as an artist of excellence and has lent his unique and stylish talents to some of this country’s, and indeed the world’s, top jazz and pop personalities such as Courtney Pine, Baba Maal, Jamiroquai, US3, Brand New Heavies, and Blur. He is also a key and crowd-pleasing member of the legendary Maceo Parker’s band. £15 / £8 Under 16 www.cambridgejazz.org
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Herts Country Market
8.00am
Outdoor Market
8.00am
Park Run
9.00am
Coton Countryside Walk: Great St Mary’s–The Backs–West Fields–Coton Reserve
10.00am
Coton Countryside Walk: Great St Mary’s–The Backs–West Fields–Coton Reserve
@ St Mary's Church
May 4 @ 10.00am – 3.00pm
![]() Join us for a sociable and flat walk from Great St Mary’s Church in Cambridge city centre. From the city’s historic colleges and The Backs into the immediate rural hinterland and the West Fields, past the striking architecture of the University’s West Cambridge site, into the Coton Countryside Reserve, before returning via the University’s Sidgwick site in Newnham to the city centre. We will visit Coton Produce Sale in Coton Village Hall for coffee, cakes, and seasonal produce; there will also be an opportunity to divert to The Plough pub in Coton for lunch – or bring a packed lunch and drinks. NB: Booking? Free event but donations are appreciated. The walk is around 6.5 miles long, and could take up to 5 hours including breaks. Most of the walking is on surfaced or hard earth paths, which could be muddy after rain. Please dress for the weather and wear suitable walking[...]
Breast Cancer Charity Craft Fair
1.00pm
Breast Cancer Charity Craft Fair
@ Litlington Village Hall
May 4 @ 1.00pm – 4.00pm
![]() Please come along and support us! Refreshments available, raffle, variety if stalls and much more.
Cardboard Cut Printing
1.30pm
Cardboard Cut Printing
@ Letchworth Settlement
May 4 @ 1.30pm – 4.30pm
![]() On this half day course you will learn about and investigate the qualities and potential of cardboard for making relief prints. Cost includes all materials. £45 per person. To enrol visit: www.curwenprintstudy.co.uk or call 01223 892380
Wandlebury Park Outdoor Cinema: Bohemian Rhapsody
7.00pm
Wandlebury Park Outdoor Cinema: Bohemian Rhapsody
May 4 @ 7.00pm – 11.00pm
![]() Kick off your May Day bank holiday weekend in style with an al fresco cinema viewing in the beautiful springtime surrounds of Wandlebury Country Park. Open-air cinema company The Star & Mouse will be screening the story of Freddie Mercury and the legendary rock band Queen in the award-winning film Bohemian Rhapsody. Arrive at 7pm to grab a drink, soak up the atmosphere, watch some live music and enjoy the giant garden games – plus there’s a pop-up kitchen serving delicious food. The film begins at nightfall, when you can snuggle up under a blanket to enjoy the show. Dogs are welcome too – so feel free bring along your four-legged friends. NB: Booking essential. Entry from 7pm. Age rating 12A. Ticket prices from £10 unseated to £25 including deckchair, hot water bottle, bag of popcorn and glass of Prosecco. It is recommended to arrive at Wandlebury from 7pm to[...]
Cambridgeshire Choral Society Performance
7.30pm
Cambridgeshire Choral Society Performance
@ The Chapel
May 4 @ 7.30pm
![]() Cambridgeshire Choral Society are performing works by Vierne, Poulenc, Franck and Fauré. Tickets are available online at the Cambridge Live website, Box Office in Wheeler St., or on the door. £15 for adults, £5 for students.
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Gt Chishill Antiques & Vintage Fair
10.00am
Gt Chishill Antiques & Vintage Fair
@ Great Chishill Village Hall
May 5 @ 10.00am – 4.00pm
![]() Antiques & Vintage stalls, tea and cake. £1 entry. www.ruralmagpie.co.uk
Junior Park Run
10.00am
Junior Park Run
@ Wimpole Estate
May 5 @ 10.00am – 11.00am
![]() Every Sunday, 10 – 11am. Weekly free 2k timed run for 4-14 year olds. www.parkrun.org.uk
Wildlife Trust Brampton Wood Bluebells and Wildflower Walk
2.30pm
Wildlife Trust Brampton Wood Bluebells and Wildflower Walk
@ Brampton Wood
May 5 @ 2.30pm – 4.30pm
See woodland flowers and learn about the management of this beautiful ancient woodland. www.wildlifebcn.org/node/2273
Teatime Praise!
3.30pm
Teatime Praise!
@ Greneway School
May 5 @ 3.30pm
![]() A short service for all the family followed by tea and cake. Run by Royston Parish Church. Contact: roystonpc.familymissioner@gmail.com
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Sweaty Mama Classes
10.30am
Sweaty Mama Classes
@ Coombes Community Centre
May 6 @ 10.30am – 11.15am
![]() Mondays from 10.30am – 11.15am. 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
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Melbourn Business Association
7.30am
Melbourn Business Association
May 7 @ 7.30am – 9.00am
![]() A lively networking group. Held on the first Tuesday of the month, at the Sheene Mill in Melbourn. www.melbournbusinessassociation.com
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Baby Rhyme Time
10.15am
Baby Rhyme Time
@ Royston Library
May 8 @ 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
Wednesday Walk
11.00am
Wednesday Walk
@ Wimpole Estate
May 8 @ 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
Royston Health Walks
1.30pm
Royston Health Walks
@ Royston Heath
May 8 @ 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
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Royston Business Network
7.30am
Royston Business Network
@ Royston Heath Sports Club
May 9 @ 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
Sweaty Mama Classes
9.30am
Sweaty Mama Classes
@ Coombes Community Centre
May 9 @ 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
Weekly Healthy Walking with Cambridge PPF
10.00am
Weekly Healthy Walking with Cambridge PPF
@ Wandlebury Country Park
May 9 @ 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
Beginners Printing Workshop
10.30am
Beginners Printing Workshop
@ Royston & District Museum & Art Gallery
May 9 @ 10.30am – 3.00pm
![]() Use our old printing press to create your own art work – no experience needed at all! £25 per person, includes all materials.
AGM + Cambridgeshire history on your Computer: the library on your laptop
7.30pm
AGM + Cambridgeshire history on your Computer: the library on your laptop
May 9 @ 7.30pm – 9.30pm
![]() Royston & District Local History Society Mike Patty will give an illustrated talk at 8pm following the AGM. Visitors welcome, £2 Contact: David Allard 01763 242677
Alex Munk’s ‘Flying Machines’
7.30pm
Alex Munk’s ‘Flying Machines’
@ Cambridge Modern Jazz, CUC Wine Bar 1 Granta Place, Cambridge, CB2 1RU
May 9 @ 7.30pm
![]() Alex Munk guitar, Matt Robinson piano, Conor Chaplin bass, Dave Hamlet drums. Flying Machines is the new band from guitarist Alex Munk, featuring some of the UK’s brightest young stars. Centred on Alex’s unique compositional approach, Flying Machines has established a sound that is entirely its own, fusing visceral, rock-out guitar improv with anthemic melodies and lusciously textured soundscapes. £18 / £15 Students inc.U3A & accompanied Under 18s www.cambridgejazz.org
Essex & Herts Air Ambulance Talk
7.30pm
Essex & Herts Air Ambulance Talk
@ Royston Methodist Church
May 9 @ 7.30pm
![]() All welcome to this talk.
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Royston Community Breakfast
7.30am
Royston Community Breakfast
@ The Old Bull Inn
May 10 @ 7.30am
![]() A group of charity group leaders, councillors, local business leaders – who support each other and share ideas. Held every second Friday of the month, 7.30am at The Old Bull Inn. www.roystoncommunity.org.uk
Introduction to Opera: Dialogues des Carmelites
10.00am
Introduction to Opera: Dialogues des Carmelites
@ Letchworth Settlement
May 10 @ 10.00am – 12.00pm
![]() Poulenc’s ‘Dialogues des Carmelites’ is one of the few operas from the second half of the twentieth century to have found a regular place in the repertoire of our major opera houses. It is still, however, much less well known than most operas. This lecture, copiously illustrated with musical and visual examples, will give better access to this wonderful work, ahead of the performance from the Metropolitan Opera, New York, to be shown at the Broadway Cinema on May 11th.
Letchworth Art Society
10.00am
Letchworth Art Society
@ Community Museum Gallery, The Arcade
May 10 @ 10.00am – 4.45pm
![]() 10th – 18th May (excluding Sunday), 10am – 4.45pm each day Admission Free.
Toddler Tales
2.00pm
Toddler Tales
@ Royston Library
May 10 @ 2.00pm – 2.30pm
![]() Every Friday, 2.05 – 2.35pm, Royston Library. Toddler Tales is the perfect step on from Baby Rhyme Time, with a mix of lively stories and rhymes for you and your child to join in with. The stories chosen are aimed at toddlers and pre-school children but babies are welcome too. Sharing stories and rhymes with your child helps to develop their listening skills, language and imagination. Enjoy the stories together by sitting with your child during the session and then spend time browsing and borrowing from our extensive range of picture books. This activity is free; however we do welcome a voluntary contribution of £1 per family. www.hertfordshire.gov.uk
Pamper Evening
7.00pm
Pamper Evening
@ Litlington Village Hall
May 10 @ 7.00pm – 10.00pm
![]() Shopping, wine and treatments, in aid of Litlington Pre-School. £5 a tickets – tickets brought before the night get a pamper hamper ticket. Contact: 07794236985
Royston Folk Club Showcase
7.00pm
Royston Folk Club Showcase
@ Old Bull Inn
May 10 @ 7.00pm
![]() Featuring .. Izzy Kershaw, Kevin Hunt, Dave Pierce, Bernard Hoskin, Crayon Angels. £4 (£3 performers), £2 for under 25s. www.roystonfolk.org
Royston Arts Society: Demonstration by Kit Leese
8.00pm
Royston Arts Society: Demonstration by Kit Leese
@ Market Hill Rooms
May 10 @ 8.00pm – 10.00pm
![]() Kit Leese will be giving a demonstration, painting “A Landscape in Gouache”. Non-members £3 inc. refreshment. Contact: 01763 261808
Go Bats at Wandlebury
8.30pm
Go Bats at Wandlebury
May 10 @ 8.30pm – 10.00pm
![]() Sharpen all your senses on the hunt for bats – the only true flying mammal – which are fully active and feeding in May, having emerged from hibernation in the preceding months. There are over 1300 species worldwide, and Wandlebury is home to several, including Brown Long-Eared and Barbastelle. Cambridgeshire Bat Group will be leading this guided walk at dusk to look for bats, use a bat detector and learn more about these fascinating creatures. NB: Free event, donations welcome. Suitable for ages 9+. Bring a torch and remember it gets cooler after dark. Meet at the noticeboard in the car 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, members free. www.cambridgeppf.org/whats-on
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Herts Country Market
8.00am
Outdoor Market
8.00am
Park Run
9.00am
St Chris Open Morning
9.30am
St Chris Open Morning
@ St Christophers School
May 11 @ 9.30am
![]() Independent day and boarding school for girls and boys ages 3 to 18. www.stchris.co.uk
Barkway Market
10.00am
Barkway Market
May 11 @ 10.00am – 4.00pm
![]() Over 120 stalls plus attractions for all ages! Food and refreshments will be available. Contact: bookings.barkwaymarket@gmail.com
Food & Fruit in Art of N Europe 1500-1800
10.00am
Food & Fruit in Art of N Europe 1500-1800
@ Letchworth Settlement
May 11 @ 10.00am – 3.30pm
![]() Ever looked at a canvas of piled high with fruits and cheese, glasses filled with amber liquids and plates of pewter spilling their wares, and wondered what it was all about? www.letchworthsettlement.org.uk
Letchworth Art Society
10.00am
Letchworth Art Society
@ Community Museum Gallery, The Arcade
May 11 @ 10.00am – 4.45pm
![]() 10th – 18th May (excluding Sunday), 10am – 4.45pm each day Admission Free.
Writing About Lives – Biography and Autobiography
10.00am
Writing About Lives – Biography and Autobiography
@ Letchworth Settlement
May 11 @ 10.00am – 3.00pm
![]() True life is often more interesting than fiction. On this one day course we will explore and practise writing about lives – ours and those of other people. With reference to published works we will discuss what makes us want to read on and how we might set about having a go ourselves. www.letchworthsettlement.org.uk
Lucies’ Boutique – Preloved Chidren’s and Maternity Wear Sale
12.30pm
Lucies’ Boutique – Preloved Chidren’s and Maternity Wear Sale
@ Market Hill Rooms
May 11 @ 12.30pm – 4.00pm
![]() We stock quality second hand & new, maternity, baby & children’s clothes & Shoes (0 – 5 years), designer to high street, all in nearly new condition, waiting to be worn again. If you would like more details on the above event or have good quality children’s clothing or maternity wear that you would like to sell, Please contact info@luciesboutique.co.uk
Bourn Windmill Open Day and Teas
2.00pm
Bourn Windmill Open Day and Teas
@ Bourn Windmill, Bourn
May 11 @ 2.00pm – 4.00pm
![]() Come and see inside one of the oldest mills in the country, set in beautiful scenery near Bourn village. A perfect location for a picnic. On five Sundays during the summer the mill is opened and guides will show you how the mill works and tell you the history of this incredible building. Not only can you see inside, you can also have a go at the task of turning the whole mill on its post – an amazing sight. The mill is owned by local charity CambridgePPF and run by dedicated volunteers. Teas and cakes will be available for purchase. NB: No need to book. Free to CambridgePPF members, non-members £3 per adult, £1 per child. Directions: Off Caxton Road, Bourn CB23 2SU. Accessible by car, or on footpaths from Bourn. OS grid reference TL 312 580 For more information: email bookings@cambridgeppf.org, call 01223 243830 extension 207 or visit www.cambridgeppf.org/whats-on
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Bridges of London
Bridges of London
May 12 all-day
![]() A sponsored walk for all the family crossing the iconic bridges of London. In aid of Garden House Hospice Care. www.ghhospicecare.org.uk
Junior Park Run
10.00am
Junior Park Run
@ Wimpole Estate
May 12 @ 10.00am – 11.00am
![]() Every Sunday, 10 – 11am. Weekly free 2k timed run for 4-14 year olds. www.parkrun.org.uk
Orwell Antiques & Vintage Fair
10.00am
Orwell Antiques & Vintage Fair
@ Orwell Village Hall
May 12 @ 10.00am – 4.00pm
![]() Great Chishill Village Hall, SG8 8SH. Come and browse an array of antiques and vintage stalls, with tea and cake available. Entry costs £1, for more information contact Karen@ruralmagpie.co.uk or visit www.ruralmagpie.co.uk
Tao Wellbeing Workshop
10.00am
Tao Wellbeing Workshop
@ Royston Complementary Health Centre
May 12 @ 10.00am – 12.00pm
![]() Learn the amazing self healing techniques from the TAO in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. £20 per person. Contact: Lydie 07914 630490 or RCHC 01763 247440
Open Garden
1.00pm
Open Garden
@ Fanhams Hall
May 12 @ 1.00pm – 5.00pm
![]() In support of British Red Cross. £5 Refreshments and live music. www.facebook.com/redcrossherts
Bourn Windmill Open Day and Teas
2.00pm
Bourn Windmill Open Day and Teas
@ Bourn Windmill, Bourn
May 12 @ 2.00pm – 4.00pm
![]() Come and see inside one of the oldest mills in the country, set in beautiful scenery near Bourn village. A perfect location for a picnic. On five Sundays during the summer the mill is opened and guides will show you how the mill works and tell you the history of this incredible building. Not only can you see inside, you can also have a go at the task of turning the whole mill on its post – an amazing sight. The mill is owned by local charity CambridgePPF and run by dedicated volunteers. Teas and cakes will be available for purchase. NB: No need to book. Free to CambridgePPF members, non-members £3 per adult, £1 per child. Directions: Off Caxton Road, Bourn CB23 2SU. Accessible by car, or on footpaths from Bourn. OS grid reference TL 312 580 For more information: email bookings@cambridgeppf.org, call 01223 243830 extension 207 or visit www.cambridgeppf.org/whats-on
Cost Fan Tutte: Women are like that
2.30pm
Cost Fan Tutte: Women are like that
@ Royston Methodist Church
May 12 @ 2.30pm
![]() Fully staged opera in English. Retiring collection to Breast Cancer Care. Tickets £20. www.feliciopera.com
Hinxton Watermill Open Day
2.30pm
Hinxton Watermill Open Day
May 12 @ 2.30pm – 5.30pm
![]() Drop in and explore this impressive 17th century working watermill, built on a site dating back to the Domesday Book. Hinxton Mill, owned by CambridgePPF and run by volunteer guides, is located in charming surroundings in the village of Hinxton on the River Cam. On six Sundays during the summer the mill is opened and guides will show you how the mill works and tell you the history of this incredible building. There are also walks along the river. Children can take part in the popular ‘Where’s Ratty’ competition and have the chance to win a prize! NB: CambridgePPF members can visit for free. For non-members entry is £3 for adults, £1 for children. No need to book. Directions: Mill Lane, Hinxton CB10 1RD (turn off the A1301 from Cambridge into Hinxton village). OS grid reference TL 493 453 For more information: email bookings@cambridgeppf.org, call 01223 243830 extension 207 or[...]
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Letchworth Art Society
10.00am
Letchworth Art Society
@ Community Museum Gallery, The Arcade
May 13 @ 10.00am – 4.45pm
![]() 10th – 18th May (excluding Sunday), 10am – 4.45pm each day Admission Free.
Sweaty Mama Classes
10.30am
Sweaty Mama Classes
@ Coombes Community Centre
May 13 @ 10.30am – 11.15am
![]() Mondays from 10.30am – 11.15am. 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
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Baldock Network Group
7.00am
Baldock Network Group
@ The Orange Tree
May 14 @ 7.00am – 9.00am
![]() A structured but relaxed networking meeting that brings local business together. Run by local family charity Home-Start Herts. £12 members/£15 non-members which includes breakfast, membership £10 per month which goes to charity. Held every other Tuesday, 7 – 9am. www.facebook.com/baldocknetworkgroup/
Letchworth Art Society
10.00am
Letchworth Art Society
@ Community Museum Gallery, The Arcade
May 14 @ 10.00am – 4.45pm
![]() 10th – 18th May (excluding Sunday), 10am – 4.45pm each day Admission Free.
Royston WEA
10.00am
Royston WEA
May 14 @ 10.00am
![]() AGM followed by The David Parr House, a talk by Tamsin Wimhurst. Visitors welcome.
The USAF First Air Division Headquarters
7.00pm
The USAF First Air Division Headquarters
@ Barkway Village Hall
May 14 @ 7.00pm
![]() Nuthampstead Airfield Museum is pleased to announce talks at our new venue, Barkway Village Hall. Everyone welcome. £7.50 suggested donation which includes light snacks.
HSRSC and Glazed Creations Evening
7.30pm
HSRSC and Glazed Creations Evening
@ Glazed Creations
May 14 @ 7.30pm
![]() Tickets: £10 to include painter’s fee, tea/coffee and cake! Painters can then choose and pay for their chosen pottery piece. Proceeds and raffle in aid of Home-Start Royston & South Cambridgeshire. www.hsrsc.org.uk
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Letchworth Art Society
10.00am
Letchworth Art Society
@ Community Museum Gallery, The Arcade
May 15 @ 10.00am – 4.45pm
![]() 10th – 18th May (excluding Sunday), 10am – 4.45pm each day Admission Free.
Baby Rhyme Time
10.15am
Baby Rhyme Time
@ Royston Library
May 15 @ 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
Wednesday Walk
11.00am
Wednesday Walk
@ Wimpole Estate
May 15 @ 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
Royston Health Walks
1.30pm
Royston Health Walks
@ Royston Heath
May 15 @ 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
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Royston Business Network
7.30am
Royston Business Network
@ Royston Heath Sports Club
May 16 @ 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
Sweaty Mama Classes
9.30am
Sweaty Mama Classes
@ Coombes Community Centre
May 16 @ 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
Letchworth Art Society
10.00am
Letchworth Art Society
@ Community Museum Gallery, The Arcade
May 16 @ 10.00am – 4.45pm
![]() 10th – 18th May (excluding Sunday), 10am – 4.45pm each day Admission Free.
Weekly Healthy Walking with Cambridge PPF
10.00am
Weekly Healthy Walking with Cambridge PPF
@ Wandlebury Country Park
May 16 @ 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
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Royston Business Breakfast Club
7.30am
Royston Business Breakfast Club
May 17 @ 7.30am
![]() An informal business breakfast networking event, organised by Royston and District Chamber of Commerce. Held on the third Friday monthly, 7.30 – 9.30am. Alternate venues between The Jolly Postie & The Old Bull Inn, Royston, To book your place email: info@roystonchamber.org
Letchworth Art Society
10.00am
Letchworth Art Society
@ Community Museum Gallery, The Arcade
May 17 @ 10.00am – 4.45pm
![]() 10th – 18th May (excluding Sunday), 10am – 4.45pm each day Admission Free.
Toddler Tales
2.00pm
Toddler Tales
@ Royston Library
May 17 @ 2.00pm – 2.30pm
![]() Every Friday, 2.05 – 2.35pm, Royston Library. Toddler Tales is the perfect step on from Baby Rhyme Time, with a mix of lively stories and rhymes for you and your child to join in with. The stories chosen are aimed at toddlers and pre-school children but babies are welcome too. Sharing stories and rhymes with your child helps to develop their listening skills, language and imagination. Enjoy the stories together by sitting with your child during the session and then spend time browsing and borrowing from our extensive range of picture books. This activity is free; however we do welcome a voluntary contribution of £1 per family. www.hertfordshire.gov.uk
Quiz Night!
7.00pm
Race Night: The ‘Mads’ Way!
7.00pm
Race Night: The ‘Mads’ Way!
@ Meldreth Village Hall
May 17 @ 7.00pm
![]() Join us for a night of fun! Dress for the races, prizes for the most impressive hat! Proceeds in aid of Melbourn Dynamos and MADS. Tickets £10 from Melbourne Hub, or call 07513 457845
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Steam at the Hoops
Steam at the Hoops
@ The Hoops
May 18 all-day
![]() Fairground organ, steam engines & miniatures, vintage tractors & cars, bouncy castle and raffle! Hog roast and BBQ throughout the day. In aid of Bassingbourn pensioners and local charities.
Herts Country Market
8.00am
Melwood Conservation Group: Bird Walk
8.00am
Melwood Conservation Group: Bird Walk
@ Holy Trinity Church
May 18 @ 8.00am
![]() Mike Foley will be leading a bird walk along the Melwood Conservation Group. Mike is leader of the Stapleford Bird Club, RSPB member and a BTO volunteer surveyor as well as being a key member of the Cam Valley Forum. On previous walks we have identified 40 species along the River. No charge, families welcome
Outdoor Market
8.00am
Park Run
9.00am
Saturday Bushcraft for Families
9.00am
Saturday Bushcraft for Families
May 18 @ 9.00am – 11.30am
![]() In addition to the always-popular holiday bushcraft club for children, on the third Saturday of each month the outdoor learning experience group, Wild Thyme & Embers, is now offering the chance to explore the natural world through the skills of bushcraft together as a family. Construct shelters, cook on an open fire, whittle feather sticks and butter knives, and practice primitive fire-building techniques in these immensely satisfying and rewarding sessions. A great opportunity for quality family time while learning some essential traditional outdoor skills – perfect for both the budding and mature outdoorsperson alike. NB: £18 per family (£12 for single adult and child). Includes all specialist equipment and a drink and snack. Dress according to the weather on the day. Booking: essential. Please visit www.wildthymeandembers.co.uk 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[...]
Letchworth Art Society
10.00am
Letchworth Art Society
@ Community Museum Gallery, The Arcade
May 18 @ 10.00am – 4.45pm
![]() 10th – 18th May (excluding Sunday), 10am – 4.45pm each day Admission Free.
Plant Swap and Sale, Produce and Book stall
10.00am
Plant Swap and Sale, Produce and Book stall
@ Foxton Village Hall
May 18 @ 10.00am – 12.00pm
![]() Bring along your own plants to swap. All proceeds in aid of Foxton Gardens Association. Also come along and enjoy tea, coffee and cake, in aid of Foxton Women’s Insitute.
An Afternoon of Spiritual Reading and Reiki
11.00am
An Afternoon of Spiritual Reading and Reiki
@ Royston Cave Shop
May 18 @ 11.00am – 4.00pm
![]() With Dawn Russell, Clairvoyant Psychic Medium and Reiki Master. www.spiritual-butterfly.co.uk
Archery GB Big Weekend come to Royston!
11.00am
Archery GB Big Weekend come to Royston!
May 18 @ 11.00am – 3.00pm
![]() Royston Heath Archery Club is welcoming everyone (over the age of 7) to come along and give archery a go! This event is free as part of Archery GB’s Big Weekend. www.roystonarchery.org
Race Night: The ‘Mads’ Way!
7.00pm
Race Night: The ‘Mads’ Way!
@ Meldreth Village Hall
May 18 @ 7.00pm
![]() Join us for a night of fun! Dress for the races, prizes for the most impressive hat! Proceeds in aid of Melbourn Dynamos and MADS. Tickets £10 from Melbourne Hub, or call 07513 457845
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Junior Park Run
10.00am
Junior Park Run
@ Wimpole Estate
May 19 @ 10.00am – 11.00am
![]() Every Sunday, 10 – 11am. Weekly free 2k timed run for 4-14 year olds. www.parkrun.org.uk
Mind Aware Relaxation and Meditation Morning
10.00am
Mind Aware Relaxation and Meditation Morning
@ Royston Complementary Health Centre
May 19 @ 10.00am – 1.00pm
![]() Become Mind Aware for Mental Health week (13th to 19th May 2019). Enjoy 3 hours of mindful relaxation exercises and meditations which will help to relax and clear your mind. Contact: 01763 247440
Red Cross Open Garden
2.00pm
Red Cross Open Garden
@ Odsey Park
May 19 @ 2.00pm – 5.00pm
![]() Teas and plant stalls. A three-acre Victorian garden with recent additions. £5 per adult, children under 12 free.
Royston Town Band Spring Concert in aid of Royston Parish Church
2.00pm
Royston Town Band Spring Concert in aid of Royston Parish Church
May 19 @ 2.00pm – 4.00pm
![]() A selection of brass band music for all the family. This year all proceeds will be donated to the Royston Parish Church’s restoration fund. Tickets available on the door – £5; under 5s are free Contact: roystonband.secretary@gmail.com
Flanders & Swann Afternoon Tea
3.00pm
Flanders & Swann Afternoon Tea
@ Steeple Morden Village Hall
May 19 @ 3.00pm – 5.00pm
![]() Enjoy an afternoon tea whilst listening to music by Flanders and Swann. £12 per person. By Home-start Royston and South Cambridgeshire. www.hrsc.org.uk
Messy Church
3.30pm
Messy Church
@ Royston Methodist Church
May 19 @ 3.30pm – 5.30pm
![]() The theme for May is “At the Seaside”. Adults and accompanied children of all ages are welcome to come enjoy creative crafts, science experiments, a short celebration service and a meal shared together.
Race Night: The ‘Mads’ Way!
7.00pm
Race Night: The ‘Mads’ Way!
@ Meldreth Village Hall
May 19 @ 7.00pm
![]() Join us for a night of fun! Dress for the races, prizes for the most impressive hat! Proceeds in aid of Melbourn Dynamos and MADS. Tickets £10 from Melbourne Hub, or call 07513 457845
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Sweaty Mama Classes
10.30am
Sweaty Mama Classes
@ Coombes Community Centre
May 20 @ 10.30am – 11.15am
![]() Mondays from 10.30am – 11.15am. 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
Painting and Drawing in Summer – 4 week course
12.00pm
Painting and Drawing in Summer – 4 week course
May 20 @ 12.00pm – 3.00pm
![]() 4 week course starting 20th May, 12pm to 3pm Connect with the ancient heritage of England’s flora on this unique four-week drawing and painting course with treescape artist Debbie Baxter. Rediscover your local landscapes on this creative adventure, with plein-air and studio instruction from a professional artist. It doesn’t matter what your skill level is – both group and individual tuition will be provided in drawing, acrylics, and watercolour painting. Whether you’re simply a nature lover or a keen amateur artist or both, this is a great opportunity to get out there and create. NB: Course runs for four Mondays beginning 20 May. £150 per person. Materials list will be provided on booking. Booking: email debbiebaxterart@yahoo.co.uk
Talk by Bishop Nathan Amooti
7.30pm
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.
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Gog Magog House History Walk
10.30am
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
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Baby Rhyme Time
10.15am
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
Wednesday Walk
11.00am
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
Royston Health Walks
1.30pm
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
Greenfingers Garden Club
7.15pm
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
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Royston Business Network
7.30am
Royston Business Network
@ Royston Heath Sports Club
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
Sweaty Mama Classes
9.30am
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
Weekly Healthy Walking with Cambridge PPF
10.00am
Weekly Healthy Walking with Cambridge PPF
@ 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
Orwell Film Club
7.00pm
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.
The Conservators of Therfield Heath & Greens – Public Meeting
7.00pm
The Conservators of Therfield Heath & Greens – Public Meeting
@ 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.
Jonathan Gee – Gaetano Partipilo ‘New Beginning’ Quartet
7.30pm
Jonathan Gee – Gaetano Partipilo ‘New Beginning’ Quartet
@ Cambridge Modern Jazz, CUC Wine Bar 1 Granta Place, Cambridge, CB2 1RU
May 23 @ 7.30pm
![]() Jonathan Gee piano, Gaetano Partipilo alto sax, Giuseppe Bassi bass, Fabio Accardi drums. Leading UK pianist (& singer) Jonathan Gee brings a new project created in 2018 between himself and 3 great musicians from the Puglia region of southern Italy. It features the new rising star of Italian jazz on alto sax, Gaetano Partipilo with one of the most dynamic rhythm sections on the European stage today, Giuseppe Bassi on double bass and Fabio Accardi on drums. Their repertoire combines the reimagining of Beatles tunes with self penned compositions of Jonathan and Gaetano. This music has been recorded and album release news is imminent. £18 / £15 Students inc.U3A & accompanied Under 18s www.cambridgejazz.org
Shirley Valentine talk with Jenny Gibbs
7.30pm
Shirley Valentine talk with Jenny Gibbs
@ Royston Methodist Church
May 23 @ 7.30pm
![]() Jenny travelled alone to Turkey in 1993 at the age of fifty and soon found herself living in an inland mountain village, where the villagers spoke no English and still lived a traditional way of life, and where Jenny still lives for part of each year to this day. Her talk traces her adventures from leaving her English home to her arrival in her mountain village and her discovery of a completely different and fascinating way of life.
Shirley Valentine, with Jenny Gibbs
7.30pm
Shirley Valentine, with Jenny Gibbs
@ Royston Methodist Church
May 23 @ 7.30pm
![]() Come and hear about Jenny finding a different way of life in an inland village in Turkey in her 50s. All welcome to this talk.
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Toddler Tales
2.00pm
Toddler Tales
@ Royston Library
May 24 @ 2.00pm – 2.30pm
![]() Every Friday, 2.05 – 2.35pm, Royston Library. Toddler Tales is the perfect step on from Baby Rhyme Time, with a mix of lively stories and rhymes for you and your child to join in with. The stories chosen are aimed at toddlers and pre-school children but babies are welcome too. Sharing stories and rhymes with your child helps to develop their listening skills, language and imagination. Enjoy the stories together by sitting with your child during the session and then spend time browsing and borrowing from our extensive range of picture books. This activity is free; however we do welcome a voluntary contribution of £1 per family. www.hertfordshire.gov.uk
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Herts Country Market
8.00am
Outdoor Market
8.00am
Park Run
9.00am
Watercolour Workshop with Keith Hornblower, FSAI
10.00am
Watercolour Workshop with Keith Hornblower, FSAI
@ Hinxworth Village Hall
May 25 @ 10.00am – 4.00pm
![]() Come and develop your painting skills under the guidance of one of East Anglia’s leading watercolour artists. Level: some experience preferred. £35 for the day inc. refreshments. Bookings: 01763 261808, frogend@gmail.com
Wool Shearing Course 2019
10.00am
Wool Shearing Course 2019
May 25 @ 10.00am – 4.00pm
![]() For those people thinking of acquiring sheep or having a small flock of sheep this course will give you the confidence to tackle sheep shearing with traditional blades. The course content includes how to sharpen and use the shears, how to handle the sheep ready for shearing, how to use the hand shears effectively and safely while shearing, how to wrap the fleece and grade the wool, how to trim the feet and age the sheep – and at the end of the day you can take home the fleece you have sheared from the sheep. £110 per person. www.nationaltrust.org.uk/wimpole
The Crafty Fair
11.00am
The Crafty Fair
@ Foxton Village Hall
May 25 @ 11.00am – 3.30pm
![]() Local crafts people come together with a craft event to sell their items all in aid of Addenbrookes Charitable Trust. Teas/coffees and homemade cakes. In addition to the various craft fair stalls there will be new art and craft materials for sale, a craft related de-stash/jumble stall including papercraft items, jewellery making supplies, vintage sewing patterns, books etc. Craft groups and home crafters very welcome to come and spend some time in the social space, bring your project/ your knitting etc and join in. £1.50 entrance, to include a free drink Contact: Julia Sewell 07751752062
Mayhem 2019: The Reunion Ball
6.30pm
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Junior Park Run
10.00am
Junior Park Run
@ Wimpole Estate
May 26 @ 10.00am – 11.00am
![]() Every Sunday, 10 – 11am. Weekly free 2k timed run for 4-14 year olds. www.parkrun.org.uk
Mayhem Family Fun Day
1.00pm
Mayhem Family Fun Day
@ Field of Dreams, Brook Road, Bassingbourn
May 26 @ 1.00pm
![]() Vintage car show, dog show, stalls, activities, live music, beer and food tents. Fun for all the family! www.facebook.com/BassingbournCharities
Red Cross Open Garden
2.00pm
Red Cross Open Garden
@ Heydon Place
May 26 @ 2.00pm – 5.00pm
![]() Teas and plant stalls. A 7 acre former rectory garden with wide variety of areas (including unfenced ponds). £5 per adult, children under 12 free
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Sweaty Mama Classes
10.30am
Sweaty Mama Classes
@ Coombes Community Centre
May 27 @ 10.30am – 11.15am
![]() Mondays from 10.30am – 11.15am. 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
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Baldock Network Group
7.00am
Baldock Network Group
@ The Orange Tree
May 28 @ 7.00am – 9.00am
![]() A structured but relaxed networking meeting that brings local business together. Run by local family charity Home-Start Herts. £12 members/£15 non-members which includes breakfast, membership £10 per month which goes to charity. Held every other Tuesday, 7 – 9am. www.facebook.com/baldocknetworkgroup/
Di Smol Prinz Medicine Show
2.00pm
Di Smol Prinz Medicine Show
@ Royston Library
May 28 @ 2.00pm
![]() A show aimed at Key Stage 2 children but suitable for all ages. Come along and learn in a fun way about hygiene and medicine safety through song and puppets including a large rat! Help to piece together a bi-plane and discover speedy solutions to immediate health conundrums. Join in the fun! Free tickets available now from Royston Library
The First Female Bomb Disposal Expert Talk
7.00pm
The First Female Bomb Disposal Expert Talk
@ Barkway Village Hall
May 28 @ 7.00pm – 8.00pm
![]() Nuthampstead Airfield Museum is pleased to announce talks at our new venue, Barkway Village Hall. Everyone welcome. £7.50 suggested donation which includes light snacks.
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Half Term crafty fun at Royston Museum
10.00am
Half Term crafty fun at Royston Museum
@ Royston & District Museum & Art Gallery
May 29 @ 10.00am – 12.00pm
![]() Wed 29th and Thur 30th, 10.30am – 12pm £3 for kids aged 3+
Baby Rhyme Time
10.15am
Baby Rhyme Time
@ Royston Library
May 29 @ 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
Wednesday Walk
11.00am
Wednesday Walk
@ Wimpole Estate
May 29 @ 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
Royston Health Walks
1.30pm
Royston Health Walks
@ Royston Heath
May 29 @ 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
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Royston Business Network
7.30am
Royston Business Network
@ Royston Heath Sports Club
May 30 @ 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
Sweaty Mama Classes
9.30am
Sweaty Mama Classes
@ Coombes Community Centre
May 30 @ 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
Half Term crafty fun at Royston Museum
10.00am
Half Term crafty fun at Royston Museum
@ Royston & District Museum & Art Gallery
May 30 @ 10.00am – 12.00pm
![]() Wed 29th and Thur 30th, 10.30am – 12pm £3 for kids aged 3+
Weekly Healthy Walking with Cambridge PPF
10.00am
Weekly Healthy Walking with Cambridge PPF
@ Wandlebury Country Park
May 30 @ 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
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Toddler Tales
2.00pm
Toddler Tales
@ Royston Library
May 31 @ 2.00pm – 2.30pm
![]() Every Friday, 2.05 – 2.35pm, Royston Library. Toddler Tales is the perfect step on from Baby Rhyme Time, with a mix of lively stories and rhymes for you and your child to join in with. The stories chosen are aimed at toddlers and pre-school children but babies are welcome too. Sharing stories and rhymes with your child helps to develop their listening skills, language and imagination. Enjoy the stories together by sitting with your child during the session and then spend time browsing and borrowing from our extensive range of picture books. This activity is free; however we do welcome a voluntary contribution of £1 per family. www.hertfordshire.gov.uk
Royston Folk Club Concert
7.00pm
Royston Folk Club Concert
@ Old Bull Inn
May 31 @ 7.00pm
![]() Featuring Schrödinger’s Strings + support acts. £13 (£11 in advance), £2 for under 25s. www.roystonfolk.org
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