RSPB Fowlere RSPB Fowlmere is a small nature reserve with reedbeds and pools, forming a refreshing natural oasis in the agricultural landscape of south Cambridgeshire. Formed of once extensive watercress beds, the site is now a haven for wetland and woodland wildlife. The River Shep, a natural chalk stream runs through the reserve and brown …
The Cracked Voices Story Servandus son of the Spaniard willingly fulfilled his vow to the goddess Many hundreds of miles from home, one man makes his offering to Senuna. We know nothing more than his name, which means both the person who watches over things and the preserver. His voice has long been silenced. In …
Out & About: Steeple Morden Remembers The people of Steeple Morden have been rummaging through attics and trunks to find memorabilia depicting the life, times and social history of the village from World War I to the present day. Exhibition Come and look around our “100 Years of Memories” exhibition. Many village organisations have been …
Ashwell In May Ashwell Music Festival The 65th Ashwell Music Festival held at St. Mary’s Church in Ashwell promises to be as entertaining as ever, with a range of musical genres to suit all ages and tastes! The festival begins on Friday, 11th May with a FREE event suitable for children aged 3+. Widdershins Puppet …
Until the mid-1950s, Reed Village Green was still being used to grow potatoes, and had been since the war-time “Digging for Victory” campaign. Then, once budding cricketers decided to form a team, the Green was levelled, equipment acquired, fixtures arranged and, from then on, the Club has grown from strength-to-strength. Initially playing “friendlies” against clubs …
Our local stately home, Wimpole Hall remains a working estate still guided by the seasons. The hall itself has a rich history of many different owners, all putting their mark on the architecture and interior design of the building. It is a complex house with a spectacular architectural pedigree. The original building (1640-70) was almost …
Fairlands Valley Park is a great place to take the children for a run around this Easter. There are lots of opportunities for paid activities but a walk around the lakes and a visit to the play area are free! Once voted as one of the UK’s leading free visitor attractions, Fairlands Valley Park consists …
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Royston is set to host a second Baby & Toddler Show this month. Organisers Jane Wallington of Breeze Birthing, Clare Coningsby of Sling Me Clarefully and Royston Private Midwife, Cecile Davidson, hope to repeat the successes of last year, which saw more than 400 visitors and a queue before 10am. Both lower and upper halls …
The Royston Information Centre, located within Royston Library, is now not only represented on the town website but on other independent websites offering tourist information nationally. It is also working with VisitHerts (Hertfordshire’s own official tourism website) to promote the town and its attractions. Information on the Cave, the RIC and the Museum can be …
This year the Royston and District Chamber of Commerce are re-launching the Royston Business Awards. Julia Brooks, Chairman, said “We are delighted to celebrate the achievements of the diverse and innovative businesses we have in our town and surrounding villages. This award ceremony allows us to showcase the entrepreneurial spirit behind these businesses and help …
Today we love the 420 acres of the Heath as a place to walk (either with dogs or without), to play golf, rugby, tennis, to sledge and to fly kites. We are lucky to have the wide open space on our doorsteps and to be able to enjoy spending time communing with nature! The …
Corvus Amateur Drama Society (CADS) is Royston’s much loved amateur drama group, performing since the 1940s. This image is from the 1968 performance of Ali Baba – here in Royston pantomime’s popularity has endured. As usual this year’s production is much anticipated… This time round is a particularly hilarious take on the traditional story of …
