Clubs & Societies



Royston Shotokan Karate Association (R.S.K.A.)

Instructors – Sensei W Varsally  -  4th Dan.

Sensei  N Varsally  -  4th Dan.

Classes for adults and children (6yrs+) of all skill levels.

Try with a free first lesson with no obligation to continue.

Fridays    –   6-7pm  -  Lower Belts.

7-8pm  -  Higher Belts.

Royston Leisure Centre, Woodcock Road, Royston, SG8 7XT.

 

 

Royston Speak Out Club

Royston Speak Out Club

Affiliated with the Stroke Association.

Support with communication, activities and outings.

Our Club has flourished in Royston for over 30 years. We are a very happy and active group where, people who have suffered a stroke, can get together, in a social setting, and enjoy sessions of quizzes, arts and crafts and special outings. New members will be very welcome.

Coombes Community Centre, Burns Road, Royston SG8 5PT

The group meet every Thursday 10am to 12.15pm

07591 973363
Royston Swimming Club

Qualified training and coaching for competitive swimmers of all ages. The club competes from local to National level. We have swimmers from 8 years to 80 years of age.

Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Various times - see website.

Royston Leisure Centre, Woodcock Road, Royston SG8 7XT

Play competitive table tennis with 6 teams of varying ability in the North Herts League.

Thursdays, 7.30pm - 10.30pm.

Coombes Community Centre, Burns Road, Royston SG8 5PT

Fred Bendall, 01763 230050 or Gordon Barnes, 01763 249713
Royston Tennis Club

We have 6 floodlit courts - two all weather and two artificial grass. We are Lawn Tennis Association affiliated. We have social and competitive tennis for all ages and abilities. We have coaching programmes (at additional cost) for all abilities.

Various times, see our website.

The Heath, Royston SG8 5BG

Royston Town Band

Brass Band weekly rehearsals.

Activities including competitions, concerts, summer fetes, parks.

Any age and ability welcome. Development band rehearsals for beginners/learners of any age on Tuesdays.

Tuesdays 7-8pm for Development Band.

Thursdays, 7.30-9.30pm.

Tannery Drift, Royston, SG8 5DE

Charmian Flowerday, 07787 504752

RTFC, Garden Walk, Royston SG8 7HP

Various times

Terry McKinnell, 07772 086 709 or Steve Jackson, 07850 383 483
Royston Town Ladies FC

Various times in the week.

Royston Town Football Club, Garden Walk, Royston, SG8 7HP.

Contact Clubhouse, 01763 241204
Royston Town Youth FC

FA Charter Standard Community Club with FA Qualified Coaches running Mini Crows (3-6 years), Inclusive (Disability), Wildcats (Girls only 5-11) and our Youth section covering U7-U18 Football Teams, training and matches at varying times/days/locations.

Royston Town Youth FC Inclusive 

Fun football coaching sessions for children aged 6-16 with Learning, Sensory and Physical Disabilities

Fridays, Junior 6-7pm Senior 7-8pm

King James Academy - Junior Site, Garden Walk, Royston, SG8 7JF

Guy 0790 419 3530 or Frankie 0790 415 7940

A warm welcome awaits you at our meetings. Speakers on a variety of subjects, plus outings, theatre trips, etc.

First Tuesday of the month,  1.45pm to 4pm.

Heritage Hall, Town Hall, Royston SG8 7DA

Contact Pauline Gates, 01763 221314
Royston University Of The Third Age (Royston U3A)

Royston U3A's constantly growing range of group activities offers members the opportunity to make new friends, discover new interests and activities they never had time for before. Monthly meetings with a visiting guest speaker. If you are over 50, semi-retired or retired, you are very welcome to join us.

Last Tuesday of the month, 2pm.

Hardwicke Hall at Royston Town Hall
Melbourn Street, Royston SG8 7DA

Jackie Gellert 01763 248097
Royston WEA Student Group

Educational talks.

Tuesdays 10am - 11.30am, Spring and Autumn.

Room 11, Town Hall, Royston  SG8 7DA

 

Local Contact  01763 246960
Royston WI (AM)

The modern face of the WI. A group of friendly ladies invite you to join them for speakers, coffee mornings, outings, fun and friendship. Make time for yourself.

Second Wednesday monthly, 10am for coffee, 10.30am start.

Market Hill Rooms, Fish Hill, Royston  SG8 7JL

Pat Morritt 01763 661627

Talks from leading experts in wildlife, ecology and conservation.
Meetings are held on the last Tuesday in the months of Sept, Oct, Nov, Jan and Feb.
Town Hall, Royston  SG8 7DA

Contact Don Shewan, 01763 244079
Royston Writers Circle

Informal, friendly and supportive group of writers, meeting once a month to write and share feedback.
Meetings are usually on the third Thursday of each month at Royston Town Hall - see website for details

Contact Julie Dore, 01954 719395
SADA – Survivors Against Domestic Abuse

Friends Of SADA Survivors Against Domestic Abuse is a Charity that supports the work of the SADA services (Registered Charity Number 1199030). SADA is a holistic approach that works alongside survivors of domestic abuse and their families. The service offers crisis intervention, together with client-led support and signposting to other agencies suited to the individual and their own situation.

Our aim is to give every victim and survivor a voice and to support and empower victims/survivors throughout their “survival journey”.

We offer Virtual and Face to Face Drop-In services and the You and Me Mum course, which is available to every area across Hertfordshire. We also have a unique service provision offering Refuge and Safe Space accommodation, as well as long term support.

If you feel you could benefit from the services available please get in contact via email at SADA@stevenage.gov.uk

Friends Of SADA are currently looking for more board members to join our Charity Team. If this is something you would be interested in we would love to hear from you. You can email us at the email above or friendsofsada@gmail.com

 

01438 242666

Mon-Fri 9am-12noon. For 2.5yrs up. We provide a safe secure environment with excellent facilities.

Contact 01763 287 238

We meet every second Monday of the month during the year.

These meetings are held in Sandon Village Hall at 7.30 pm unless otherwise stated in the programme.

Small friendly group of enthusiastic gardeners with talks, competitions, garden visits and an annual show. New members or visitors are always welcome.

John Handley, 01763 288360

Mon-Fri 12-1.30pm, 2.5yrs+ Providing a wonderful environment for your child to enjoy their lunch with others, take part in games and story time.

Contact 01763 287 238

Stories for children, come and have a listen for free (donations welcome).
Second Saturday monthly.  2.00pm  Royston Library, Market Hill, Royston SG8 9JN
0300 123 4049
www.hertfordshire.gov.uk/libraries

0300 123 4049

Shepreth Village Hall is located in the centre of the village, adjacent to the recreation ground.

The historic, well maintained building offers a range of facilities suitable for a variety of activities.

There is easy access by road or rail.

Station Road, Shepreth,Royston, SG8 6PS

01763 268605
Smarties Pre-School & Out Of School Club

Monday - Friday @ 9am - 3pm for ages 2 - 4 year olds

A fun, safe environment for children with a fully qualified team. 

We also offer wrap around care at our Out of School Club

Breakfast Club: 7.45am - 8.45am 

After School: 3.15pm-6pm term time only.

Our popular Holiday Club opens 7.45am - 6pm, look out for our posters.

We accept childcare vouchers  

HAF vouchers accepted during selected Holiday Clubs

For more information contact Georgina Dowley on 01763 852888

A forum for all sports clubs in Royston and the surrounding area.

Meet 2-4 times a year.

Various locations including The Heath, Royston SG8 5BG

Contact Di Charles, 01223 207213
SSAFA

Lifelong support for our armed forces

Our volunteers should be available to answer your calls and emails between: Monday to Friday - 9.00 - 17.00

At other times please leave a message or send an email and someone will get back to you soon.

0204 566 9129

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