Royston through the eyes of a child 2008

A selection of quotations on what our children like about Royston

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Royston Through the Eyes of a Child © Royston Arts Festival, 2008.

Compiled from contributions from the children, aged 4 to 9 years old, from the Royston area’s First Schools.

Printed with sponsorship from Johnson Matthey plc Designed by Black Pig Edited by The Listing

A word from our sponsors It has been a pleasure to sponsor such an enjoyable and rewarding project.

The children’s perspective on the town and the environment in which they live is so refreshing and positive. I would like to thank the Arts Festival Committee for all of their hard work in putting this together.

John Gourd, Johnson Matthey plc Black Pig certainly enjoyed being a part of the Royston Through the Eyes of a Child project and we had great fun designing the booklet. As a creative agency we greatly admire the hard work put in by these young people and it was fascinating to get a chance to read all their contributions whilst we were designing it. I do hope the booklet will remain a valuable keepsake for years to come.

David Higgins, Managing Director Black Pig Royston Through the Eyes of a Child has been a fabulous project to work on. It has been so heartening to see so many schools, and so many pupils from each school, keen to take part and share with us their enthusiastic views on what they like about Royston. Editing the contributions has been such a difficult process - we would have dearly loved to include every one of the 500 or more contributions we received - and do hope you enjoy reading the selection we have chosen here.

Cath Boughton, The Listing

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The idea for Royston Through the Eyes of a Child was born in January 2008 when plans began for the Royston Arts Festival 2008.

Wouldn’t it be lovely to celebrate Royston by asking the children that live and go to school here what it is that they like about the town? And why not publish a selection of those quotations so that we all can share in their enthusiasm?

We are so grateful to all the children for their hard work and wonderful contributions.

Postive, heartwarming and observant, they give a wonderful insight into a child’s view of growing up in Royston. The Heath, Town Centre, Markets, Houses, Countryside, Shops, Sports, Events, Activities and so much more all receive a mention. We would also like to extend our thanks to the Teachers and Headteachers from the First Schools who so obviously shared their passion and inspiration with their children.

We have thoroughly enjoyed compiling Royston Through the Eyes of a Child and hope that you too enjoy sharing the children’s words. Royston so very obviously holds a special place in our children’s hearts, and all of us who live and work in the town should be justly proud of this.

The Arts Festival Committee 2008

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Isobel Palmer, aged 8.

Kira Cookson-Swan, aged 8.

Lewis Paul Wood, aged 8.

Ellie Lewis, aged 8.

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Jake O’Brien, aged 9.

Ben Spriggs, aged 8.

Jake, aged 8.

Royston is very sporty, it has football clubs, cricket, rugby, baseball, hockey, running and swimming.

The bypass around the edge of Royston is a good idea if you want to go from Baldock to Cambridge.

They have built lots of new shops for example new coffee shops and lots of new clothes shops.

The schools are really good for young children and old kids.

Royston’s a good place for big factories.

It has a good train line that can take you to London in about 50 minutes.

Liam, Billy and James, aged 9.

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I love the beautiful big houses and watching the cars on the road.

Tyler Dobson, aged 4.

I like Royston because it is very close to Stevenage, Melbourn, Cambridge, Addenbrookes and Duxford. I like Duxford because I like planes, Melbourn because my Dad works there.

Gustav Conradie, aged 6.

I can go to the library to read books with my Mummy.

Molly Hayden, aged 5

Chloe Hector, aged 9.

I like Royston because you can have fun.

I like Royston because the shops have chocolate.

I like Royston because I go past the police station.

Emily Pendrick, aged 6

I like Royston because I like Lego and you can buy it in Royston and you can buy toys.

Elvan Gab, aged 6.

I like Royston because of the big march on St. George’s Day. I like the big flags.

Archie, aged 6.

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I like Royston because there’s lots of clubs in school like netball and football basketball rugby and lots more and it’s good because you can jump on the train and move to places. And I like going swimming with my Dad and my Mum. I love going dancing and doing shows.

Maisey D-Ryall, aged 7.

I like the fish and chip shops because their food is yummy.

Jade Archer, aged 7.

I just love living in Royston because it’s not a lonely place. There is an allotment to grow your own fruit and vegetables, the second thing I like is you have got lots of children you can make friends with, lots of bright colourful flowers in the gardens, on the roundabouts and at the church in the town.

William Mitchell, aged 7.

Cameron Harris, aged 7.

My favourite thing about the bakers is eating the lovely buns and I love the concerts on the Heath.

Joshua Fitt, aged 7.

Royston has a play place called Funky Fun House, they have lots of balls and a big slide and ropes you can swing on.

Harrison Vale, aged 7.

I like going to the park and buying things at the market.

Jake Griffin, aged 5.

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I like sweets to eat I love it when the town shines I really love town.

Daniel Turner, aged 9.

Bryony Amies, aged 5.

Royston is a lovely place because there are lots of flowers and fun fairs with concerts. I really like the concerts because there are lots of music and drinks.

Reece Mehr, aged 7.

There’s good transport and there’s the Heath, so you can do loads there. There’s good parks for young children and there’s after-school clubs like Cubs, Beavers and Scouts and you can even stay at school to do activities.

Luke, aged 8

Harvey, aged 6.

I like Royston because it has a sweet shop. Also Royston is a friendly place and I like the Heath because you can run around.

Joseph Ryding, aged 9

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Come, enjoy the fun Like the Heath for big ice cream And pizza for lunch!

Tilly Sims, aged 8

My favourite place is the Vauxhall garage.

Joshua Smith, aged 4.

I like Royston because of the Leisure Centre. It has a swimming pool and I like to dive under the water.

Calum Dobbyne, aged 6.

Euan, aged 7.

I like Royston because I like the Heath because it has a lovely wood.

My brother likes Royston because he likes to go to football club.

My mummy likes Royston because she likes charity shop just like my teacher. My Daddy likes Royston because he likes rugby.

Daniel Forrester, aged 6.

I like Royston because the Royston Cave is dark.

Charlie Lynn, aged 6.

I like Royston because there are lovely people to talk to.

Lauren Hallewell, aged 6.

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Shannon Spalding, aged 7.

I like the town in Royston because it has Ladds in it. I like Ladds because it’s got sweets, chocolate and ice cream in.

Luke Saward, aged 8

Lucy Boughton, aged 9.

I like the hotel The food is very yummy Please come to Royston Katie Reynolds, aged 9.

I live in Royston and my house is nice because I have nice toys.

Rosie Whitehead, aged 5.

I like the hairdressers because I like people doing my hair. Angie does my hair nice.

Emily Porthero, aged 7.

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I like Royston because everything is excellent like the Heath, Leisure Centre, Tesco, parks, BMX track, my school, police station, train station and much more. Oh and of course lots of shops.

Alexandre Turlais, aged 7 1/2

The Heath is fab because you can play with your dog.

Mia Ames, aged 8

I like Royston because there’s a good fish and chip shop, there’s a good cub hut, they teach well at schools. There’s also wide open space and there are kind people.

Ewan Brown, aged 9.

It has a Heath where you can play football, archery and rugby. I like Royston because each year a fair comes for two days.

Jasper Oxley, aged 8

Chloe, aged 6.

Royston is good because there are lots of things to do. There is the Heath and the park. There are lots of fantastic schools. I enjoy school.

The train takes you to Cambridge and London and other places. If you need to go to work you can have a ride on the train.

The shops are great. There is going to be some new shops coming so hopefully the town will be even better.

There are lots of roads to live down and most of them are quiet.

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Bethany Avril, aged 6.

I like Royston because it has a skate board park and brownies which are wonderful.

Sasha, aged 9.

I like going to the park. I like going to Duxford. When I hear the planes they are noisy.

Jessica Turner, aged 5.

It has a Heath where you can take a dog for a walk and play rugby and football. I also like Royston because there’s Rainbows, Brownies and ballet.

Alice Mary Taylor, aged 8

I like Royston because my Mum and I ride our bikes to school. I have a white bike. The A10 is very busy so I can be seen.

Jacob Willis, aged 6.

I like Royston because there is many people to play with and to make friends. I like Royston because there is a Heath where we can do sports and funfairs to have fun. Royston is fun because there is a park to play with your friends.

Lewis Ricketts, aged 7.

Amy Kenealy, aged 8.

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I like Royston because it has lots of flowers.

Ruben, age 6

I like Royston because me and my friends do pentathalon, it is really fun.

Jacob De La Salle, aged 7.

Clara, aged 6.

Royston is awesome because there are a few things in the woods that you can use as a game.

Christopher J Sykes, aged 8

I like Royston because it is a cheerful place and friendly. I also like it because there are fun, cool areas to play in for children. I think it is good because people are polite and friendly. I like Royston especially because of family and friends.

Cerys Curtis, aged 9.

I like Royston because it’s quiet and it’s a town not a city so it’s not busy.

William Tucker, aged 8

I like Royston because it has a good park. I like jumping from the big red slide and going on the spinning thing.

Samson, aged 7.

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I like Royston because there’s lots of fun because there’s loads of things for everyone, mummy loves shopping and I hate shopping.

Daddy loves swimming at the Leisure Centre, my brother loves playing at the park and my other brother loves walking round the garden. I love FOOTBALL! Thomas Allen, aged 7.

I like Royston because it has 3 parks and lots of wildlife.

Rachael Clapham, aged 6.

Laurie Brewster, aged 8.

Keiran, aged 9.

Welcome to Royston It’s the best place on Earth Come and visit us.

Torrin Wilkins, aged 8 .

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I can go in the car to the Town Centre.

Ben, aged 4

I like Royston because I like swimming in the Leisure Centre. I like the town and going shopping.

Jack Barber, aged 6.

There is a Leisure Centre, where I can swim and there’s lots of room.

I like Royston because there’s a Heath, so me and Daddy can walk our dog. I like Royston because there’s a lot of places to buy Nintendo DS games, so I can play on more games. I think Royston’s cool because there’s lots of places to make new friends. I think Royston’s cool because it’s very colourful, I think the flowers make it colourful.

I like Royston because me and my sister can walk to Grandma’s, to meet her.

Caitlin Boughton, aged 7.

I like Royston because there is a Heath where we have competitions of who has the best kite flying. I like Royston because there are dance studios where you can dance a lot to keep you fit. I’ve got lots of flowers in my garden.

Morgan Davies, aged 7.

Tyra, aged 8.

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Amber Glasscock, aged 9.

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I like Royston because it has a football club where I can watch matches in the seats and I can have a burger from the burger bar.

Liam Harris, aged 7.

I like the park with the flower garden near the Church and getting sweets and lollies at the fair.

Molly-Belle, aged 5.

I like the Heath because I like playing on the grass with my friends.

I like the drinks and the food.

Dina Parcell, aged 7.

At 5:00pm at the Heath we think there is a sunset.

It has clever schools and it has good activities. Its Leisure Centre has lots of fitness things to do.

Eden Sames, aged 8

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At the park there are swings, slides and a climbing frame. There’s also a section for the younger children and a section for the older children.

Anna Faye Cran, aged 8

Robyn, aged 8.

Chloe, aged 8.

I like the restaurants I like Ashiana Spice The food is so nice Frankie Hall, aged 9.

I like playing football in the park and playing on the spider in the park.

Daniel Baulk, aged 7.

I like Royston because it has play areas and shops and clubs. I like these things because they are clean and well looked after. Also most things have no smoking signs.

Harriet Finlayson, aged 9.

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Megan Potter, aged 7.

I like going swimming and to the Heath to get an ice cream with a flake in it.

Callum Yates, aged 5.

I like Royston because there’s bicycle lanes, but I want some more lanes around. I like the Leisure Centre because I can swim there. I liked the Fair in Royston. It is very, very fun!

Alexander Yan, aged 6.

It has less traffic.

Molly Nielson, aged 7.

I like Royston because I like to swim underwater. I like the bright colourful flowers in the garden. I like Royston because I like going round to my friends or family. I can play netball in my garden and my friends garden. I love playing in my garden it is the best!

Abby Laughlin, aged 7.

I like Royston because there is a Leisure Centre where on Saturday they blow up the blow up slide. Mummy likes the charity shops and Daddy likes bike riding. I like Royston because there’s a Heath where you can fly kites and run around. I sometimes put my tent up with my Dad. Alexa Jane Thompson, 7

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There’s loads of open space. There’s loads of sports activities like football, tennis and swimming. There’s a variety of shops and markets.

Sam Smith, aged 8

There is a Leisure Centre. On Saturday a slide comes out. I like the Heath because I can go out for a walk.

Rosie Beed, aged 8

Royston has a doctors’ surgery… when I had appendicitis they helped me and sent me to Addenbrookes Hospital. Now I’m better and my friends are kindly buying me get well cards.

Benjamin, aged 8

I like Royston because we can go to the BMX track, I can play for Royston Town Colts, you can go to the park, all of the beautiful flowers, and Royston is fun.

Regan Dobney, aged 9.

I like Royston because I like playing Bingo at the Manor with my nanny, and riding around Royston in my car with my Daddy.

Reece Sarter, aged 9.

Sparrows flying fast The Royston Cave is silent In the town centre Tom Harrington, aged 9.

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Tilly, aged 8.

Nicole Mary Maybury, aged 6.

Archie, aged 8.

Alfie Jordan, aged 6.

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Hannah, aged 8.

Ellie Beed, aged 9.

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Molly Pocock, aged 8.

Charlotte Conn, aged 8.

Jade Petula Fuller, aged 8.

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Georgia Davison, aged 6 1/3.

Royston is great fun The parks are the best of all Royston’s got big homes.

Bradley Church, aged 9.

It is a very interesting place and there are lots of things to do. I like Royston because it has amazing history that I like to explore.

Francesca, aged 7.

I like Royston because of the bakers because of the delicious iced buns. The library is also a great place to go, I enjoy reading rainbow magic fairies.

Emily Minion, aged 7.

I like going to the fair in my new summer clothes and going to the sweet shop.

Libby Wilson, aged 5.

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Bradley Sherdawn, aged 7.

I like Royston because I like the Heath because I like walking my dog.

Joshua Leighton, aged 6.

I like Royston because it has parks, cafes, restaurants, schools, shops, cave, library. It makes Royston interesting.

Bailey, aged 7.

Night time dark all night The Royston Cave is silent Every one asleep Emma Coote, aged 9.

I like Royston because the trains take you to London Zoo, London and Cambridge and lots of other exciting places for the day. It is a gateway to the whole wide world, but it’s good to go back home.

Rebecca Vaughan, aged 9.

My favourite thing in Royston is the Leisure Centre because you can swim there and have parties there. I like Peacocks because my mum buys me nice clothes there.

Freya Palmer, aged 7.

Maddie Diart, aged 8.

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There are lots of children so you can make friends easily. I like going to the Heath, because there’s woods and a play area and a café that sells cold drinks. The Leisure Centre has the best swimming pool, because its big and has a big space to swim in! There are lots of shops where you can buy almost everything. I love going to the parks.

IT’S GREAT FUN! Megan Bembridge, aged 7.

I like Royston because I have lots of friends and we play football together. Royston is a lovely place to live as most people are kind, I like doing martial arts but I am still a white belt and that’s the lowest belt.

Gurveer Gawera, aged 9.

I like Royston because there are parks and swimming pools and I like the library aswell.

Megan Howorth, aged 9.

I like going to the fair on the Heath and also watching horse riders on the Heath.

Raevyn Watson Woods, aged 5.

Michael McCormack, aged 7 1/2.

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James Fox, aged 6.

I like Royston because it has lots of clubs and activities. Football, netball, basketball, hockey, swimming, they are endless. There are always new things getting built. I enjoy going up to the shops too! Best of all is the teddy bear’s picnic we have at the Heath every summer.

Fallon Willis-Wright, aged 9 1/2.

Enn Jones, aged 6.

I like Royston because it has many Fairs and I liked that. I liked buying things on the stalls. I liked the roundabout ride.

Alastair, aged 6.

I like the flowers because they are beautiful. I like the hairdressers because they are good.

Alisha Tobin, aged 7.

I like Royston because there is a Heath where you can play football tennis, golf, scarecrow tag and a lot more. Mum likes Tescos and Dad likes swimming at the Leisure Centre, I like swimming because I normally go with Dad. Lois Pavey, aged 7.

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Daniel Dawes, aged 7.

I like to visit the library and go to the woods with Daddy, Mummy and Nanna’s dog.

Ethan Lincoln, aged 3.

I like Royston because everyone’s kind to me and I’ve got really good friends. I love rugby and martial arts, it keeps me busy and out of trouble.

Joseph Simons, aged 9.

I like the Heath so I can play football. Mum likes talking to people in the town. Dad loves football and wrestling. My brother likes rugby. Nanny loves charity shops. Grandad likes changing TV and UKTV Gold.

Reba Powell-Birley, aged 7.

It is really a friendly place and everyone is cheerful and helpful. I also like my school and teachers because they are coming in and helping us at school.

Natalie Lucken, aged 8

Welcome to Royston Ladds is a magical place Sweets all round hooray!

Billy Mace, aged 9.

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I like Royston because it has lots of interesting things to do for example the fun fair, the park, the Leisure Centre and Royston museum.

Alex Bryceson, aged 9.

Lewis Frame, aged 7.

Harry, aged 8.

Royston is the best Because we can play football On the biggest Heath.

Simon Fell, aged 8

I like Royston because it has a nice school because you can play.

Jonathon Adam, aged 6.

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I like Royston because I like going to the town. I like the shops and looking in the shop windows.

Sarara Kataoka, aged 6.

It has nearby fields where I can go for walks and look at nature. It has a Heath where I can ride my bike. It has nearby parks where I can play and it has nearby shops where I can go shopping with my Mum. Eleanor Sweet, aged 8

It has a brilliant Leisure Centre. At the Leisure Centre I do lots of gymnastics and trampolining there once a week. I also like swimming there because it is fun.

Pippa Wisdom, aged 8

I like Royston because it has a BMX track.

Ryan Taylor, aged 8

There is a big area to play in, kind schools and two chip shops.

Miles Richard Blackwell, aged 7.

My favourite bit of Royston is the fireworks because it makes a “bang”. I like the flowers in the woods and I sniff lots of flowers.

Amelie Anderton, aged 6

My favourite thing is the graveyard. It’s got lots of skeletons with brick around.

Cameron Mindel, aged 7.

You can play sports or you can go in the clubhouse and play squash.

There is a fab swing in the woods to play in.

Edward Kershaw, aged 7.

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Poppy Smith, aged 6.

There is lots of people I know.

Alex, aged 7.

Welcome to this town Where everything is so great And no one will frown Ellis Wilkinson, aged 9.

What I like about the shops is the toys and the clothes.

Natasha Darlow Katie, aged 8

I like Royston because it is full of nice and wonderful shops, swimming pools, clubs and so much HISTORY! Sophie Wardle, aged 9.

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It has many exciting monuments to look at and to study.

Lewis Tough, aged 8

There’s about four or more parks. There is a giant Heath with a bar. Royston has lots of shops. In Royston it is a good place to live because there are lots of things to do.

Ryan and Jack, aged 9.

They have four brilliant banks that you can use.

Adele, aged 8.

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Rian Neville, aged 6.

When I first saw Royston, I thought it was exciting because I like to explore the caves, the park and the Heath.

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I like going to the fish and chip shop and to the swimming pool.

Sophie Rozier, aged 5.

There are lots of places to walk and I like walking. Walking gives you exercise.

Joe Bailey, aged 8

The town centre is brilliant because I like the shops.

Craig Terry Smith, aged 8

Milly Harrington, aged 5.

I can play out with my friends at the green and I can play football at the park. I like going to car boot sales and going to the funfairs.

Dion Ash, aged 8

I like to play on the Heath with my friend and my scooter.

Ross Darcy, aged 5.

Nicholas, aged 7.

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Royston because it has a Brownie Hut so you can go and do brownies to play games. The football club is a good place to play football.

Lucie Godfrey, aged 9.

I like the BMX track because it has high hills to jump. And also I like watching when they do the big races.

Ellie Back, aged 9.

I like Royston because it’s got loads of parks that I like and also all my friends live here, and I think Royston’s cool – Go Royston!

Charlie Bartlett, aged 9.

At my football club I like all my managers and I like playing football matches. I like the big field next to my house, so I can run free with my friends.

Ryan Morgan, aged 8

I like all the schools and the Leisure Centre. I love all the places in Royston. I love it loads and loads.

Keiran, aged 8

Royston stone is old Royston is the best by far Royston shops are great Kaitlin Saward, aged 9.

I like Woolworths because it is fun. We get toys from there and tattoos too.

Declan Kabba, aged 7.

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I like Royston because I have a brilliant school. Another thing I like about Royston is I have a great neighbourhood.

Lydia Coxall, aged 7.

I like Royston because I live there and it’s not busy at all and my school is the best school ever!!!

Mellie, aged 8

There are lots of nice shops, nice parks and lots of nice people.

Marcus, aged 8

I like Royston because it has lots of different coloured houses and if you go up on a hill it has a lovely view. I also like the park as it has lots of things to go on.

Chloe Greaves, aged 9..

Leila Chloe Joy, aged 4.

Charlie Michael Dobson, aged 9.

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Calvin, aged 9.

Grace Maude, aged 7.

Billie Nicholson, aged 8.

Alexandra Fice, aged 9.

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Cameron King, aged 5.

Lucy Bromilow, aged 9.

Karllum Augustine, aged 5.

Kiara Westbury, aged 7.

I like Royston because it’s quite quiet down our street. I like the Heath because you can play football, tennis and lots of other things. Royston is bright and colourful and Royston is a lovely place to live.

Adam Taylor, aged 7.

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Molly, aged 8.

I like Royston because I like the Park and the slide and the swings and climbing frames. I like the flowers in the Park.

Emily Harman, aged 6.

I think Royston is a great place because there’s the Shop on the Corner, I like the little boxes with animals on top.

I also like Ladds because there’s lovely chocolate and fab birthday cards to give to your friends and family. I love Royston.

Evie Harrington, aged 7.

There are lots of friendly people and lots of good schools. I also like the Heath because you can play whatever you want.

Davinder Gawera, aged 8

I like to go to my school because every day you learn something new.

Alex McDerment, aged 7.

I like Royston because I like riding my bike in the Park because it has lots of space.

Daniel, aged 6

At the Heath you can do archery. You can also go to the Leisure Centre to swim and go to the gym. I like Royston because of the hotels.

Myles Fisher, aged 8

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I like the park and the chips.

Anohi Howard, aged 7.

James Biddlecombe, aged 8.

Charlotte Goddard, aged 5.

It might be a small town but it’s full of clubs and shops. At the town there was a Polish shop.

Asia Grabowska, aged 9.

It’s got a big Heath. I like Royston because it’s a big place and it has lots of parks. I also like Royston because it has lots of flowers.

Ryan Pavey, aged 8

I like Royston because I can meet my friends and I like Wednesday Club because it is really fun and I love the town.

Emma Jefferis, aged 9.

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My favourite thing in Royston is the roundabout in the park because you can go really quick.

Lewis Mansfield, aged 8

I like the Leisure Centre because it has loads of sports things.

Naomi Anderson, aged 8

I like Royston because I can walk my dog at the forest by the Heath.

Amethyst Minnie, aged 9.

I like Royston because you get to do loads of sports. It keeps us all fit and healthy.

Charlotte Ruth Everrett, aged 9.

Chloe Thorpe, aged 9.

Tiffany Leighton, aged 9.

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I like going to the Church to a wedding and to the fete.

Rosie Kershaw, aged 4.

I like Royston because it has my best schools in it. There are shops with almost everything. There is parties in also, it’s quiet and not that loud. You can easily get to everywhere on the train.

Kiarah Alphonse, aged 7.

Maia Jones, aged 6.

I like Royston because I made it into the Royston football team under 7’s.

Louis Harward, aged 7.

I like Royston because there’s a Park. I like it because I can have a picnic there.

Issy Rany, aged 6

We go to clubs like first aid. I like the library because you get good books.

Chloe Ward, aged 7.

It is very exciting and I think the park has no dangerous things in it.

The hospital also helps us.

Caitlin Webb, aged 8.

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I like exploring the Heath and flowers and the nature.

George Adam, aged 7.

Welcome to Royston Come and join our rugby team There are lovely shops Lewis Warner, aged 9.

I like Royston because people are kind and caring. There are fun clubs, cool shops, good neighbourhoods. All the teachers are caring and the history of Royston is fascinating.

Matthew Richer, aged 9.

Jessica, aged 5.

I like Royston because I go to Tesco. I like Tesco because my mum gets me a toy there if I have been good. I got my puppy in a pocket there.

Elizabeth Pope, aged 6.

Royston is a brilliant place to live because there is a Heath where you can play and a town which you can get food. There’s a barbers and some shops so you can buy stuff. There is a Tesco and Somerfield.

Tegan Davies, aged 8.

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Abagail Jackson, aged 9.

Zarhin Absar, aged 7.

I like Royston because it has the Royston Cave. I like looking at the carvings on the walls.

Pieter, aged 7.

I like the hairdressers best because they make your hair pretty. And I like the town because there are lots of shops.

Chloe Mace, aged 7.

I like Royston because of the Heath where I can ride my bike. I love the bakers because of all the great cakes.

Liberty Rose Hill, aged 7.

I like flying kites on the Heath.

Ross, aged 9

There are lots of parks you can play in if you want. I like my school and my friends too. I like shopping in Royston too because they’re really nice.

Amy Cranville, aged 8.

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It’s a good place to make friends, people support you, it’s got wide open spaces and it’s organised.

Nathan James King, aged 8

I like Royston because I often go to Ladds because there’s old fashioned sweets.

Grace Silver, aged 7

I like Royston because I can go to the BMX track, I also like watching my friends dancing at festivals and I can meet friends in Priory Gardens.

Nishat Choudhury, aged 9.

Jodie Newsome, aged 8.

Rachel Shannon, aged 8.

Royston’s thatched cottage It’s the only one in town Check it out now Catherine Sykes, aged 9.

I like Royston because I live near my nanny and nana and I have more friends than where I lived before. I only had two best friends then.

Connor Thrussell, aged 9.

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I like the Houses.

Jacob McAlynn, aged 4.

Jack David Hallewell, aged 8.

I like Royston because it has loads of places to go Like the Heath, dance studios and festivals.

Sophie Davies, aged 9

I like Royston because there’s the Leisure Centre. There’s a lot of things to do like swimming, going to the gym, and having lunch at the café. I also like Royston because there’s the Heath with restaurants, rugby football and archery, and you can take your dogs for a walk.

Caitlin Chapman, aged 7

Lauren Hills, aged 7.

I like flying my kite on the Heath and going in Royston Cave.

Kyle Smith, aged 5.

I like Royston because it is good fun because I can see the country side when I go for walks.

Georgia Latter, aged 6.

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I like Royston because of all my friends and family. I like to play with my mates playing football. Walking my dogs is fun and going to watch football at the Chequers.

Michael Hicks, aged 9.

Mitchell Jennings, aged 5.

I like the Royston Tesco Extra, because I like the toys.

Daniel Adam Newby, aged 8

I like going to nearly all of the festivals and carnivals and funfairs.

I can go break dancing at the club.

Kient Wong, aged 8

There’s shops and parks and lots of museums and very good things.

Hannah Buckley, aged 8

I like Royston because Woolworth’s is a good shop and it has lots of sweets and toys. I go to the fish and chip shop whenever my sister goes to her friend’s house.

I like Royston because I go to Clarks the shoe shop to buy school shoes. I like going to the park. It’s lots of fun.

Sabrine, aged 7

Alice Clarke, aged 9.

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The Heath is very nice and you can play football or rugby or tag rugby.

I like Woolworth’s because they sell loads of toys!

Adam Dixon, aged 8

I like Royston because they have markets and some markets have sweets and bread and all sorts.

Lucy Fowler, aged 9.

I like Royston because there are places like the Heath, the park, the Leisure Centre and the town to enjoy.

Georgia Plumb, aged 9.

I like Royston because I can see the horses behind the gate.

Caitlin Herbert, aged 6.

There are fish and chip shops and it is very tasty with salt and vinegar.

Jordan Pulluy, aged 7.

There is a Leisure Centre in the Twigdens where you can go swimming and go to the gym. There is also a Heath where you can get some exercise and walk the dog. I love Royston the most because you can go to the fair once a year!

Harriet Webb, aged 8

I like Royston because you can go to the Royston Cave. There are lots of nice people and they are friendly.

George Crouch, aged 8

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Elly-May Meadowcroft, aged 9.

I like Royston because there is a cool park where Chloe lives. I like Royston because there is another cool park in a different part of Royston. I also like the Cave.

Saffia, aged 8

I like Royston because there is a big swimming pool with an inflatable you can play on. There are big safe cosy houses.

Anna Cartwright, aged 9.

Josh, aged 8.

Let’s go to the Heath Let’s have a game of football Let’s stop for a meal Jordan Tobin, aged 9.

I like Royston because I can go to the fish and chip shop.

Millie Allen, aged 5.

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It’s not too busy and it’s clean and a lovely place to be.

Emily Moss, aged 8

I like Royston because there is a Heath so you can play football and other sports aswell. I also like the shops in Royston because you can buy exciting things.

Gareth Byles, aged 9

Georgia Bull, aged 9.

Georgia Smith, aged 6.

I like Royston because it is a peaceful place with a lovely park and Days’ bakery.

Holly Kavanagh, aged 9.

I like Royston because I love my school, I love my teacher, I really like the shops in the town especially Stead ‘n’ Simpsons the shoe shop and all the clothes shops.

Sophie Payne, aged 9.

My best thing is the fire station because they do lots of jobs there.

Ted Carpenter, aged 7.

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I can go up to the BMX track to ride my bike and go to the shops to buy toys, and I like going to the Kite Festival.

Bradley Baranowski, aged 8

I like Royston because everything is fun especially the sweet shop because the sweets are yummy.

Henry Jones, aged 7

I like the Royston Town Football Club because you can score goals.

Matthew Bailey, aged 8

Stephen Standing, aged 7.

Lucy Clay, aged 7.

I like the Park because you can play. The best shop is Woolworths because you can get games.

Molly Davies, aged 6

I like exploring the trees.

Jade, aged 7.

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It has peaceful restaurants. I like the Leisure Centre, it has good activities.

Chloe Brook Danaher, aged 8

I like Royston because it has places to play like the Heath and the park. It has lots of different shops and has a church where we can pray.

Holly Morrison, aged 9.

The park is my favourite because you can play there and every year there is a fair.

Sam Sherwin, aged 8

Tesco sells lots of equipment to the schools which makes the schools fun.

Alf Westin, aged 8

Lucy Huttlestone, aged 8.

Lydia Bishop, aged 7.

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I like Royston because I like the Leisure Centre because it has sports and activities like Choi Kwan Do and martial arts.

Charlie Stimson, aged 9.

There is lots of green and there is lots of nature so I can walk my new dog and play running games.

Kimberly Sisneros, aged 8

Heleana Meehan, aged 6.

I like Royston because of the fairs. You can watch gymnastic people and do things like look and buy things as well.

Meg Cranville, aged 8

There is a big park in the town.

Danny Green, aged 5.

It has a cool cave and a toy shop and a Heath and a Chinese restaurant.

Jamie Penn, aged 8

Emma Louise Crook ahed 8.

I like Royston because the park is fun. I like going on the roundabout.

I run around the grass.

Lucy, aged 6

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I like Royston because they have a lovely market.

Jack Lewis Dobbing, aged 9.

The Heath is great because you can play football, rugby, tennis, cricket and golf.

Nathan Harness, aged 8

There are lots of shops.

Lauren Owen, aged 7.

Jessica Davies, aged 7.

Emily Moule, aged 5.

The woods are fun because you can run around a lot.

Ethan Chapman Taylor, aged 8

I like the park because I like the slides. I also like the Leisure Centre because I like the sports.

Tom Fox, aged 8

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I like buying sweets from Woolworths and toys from Tesco’s and also going to the library.

Isabelle Phillipson, aged 5.

It has a tennis court and a big bumpy slide.

Kyle Augustine, aged 8

I like Tesco because I buy Xbox360 games and music. I like to run down the hill at the Heath.

Mark, aged 8

Jonathan Gambell, aged 7.

I like Royston because of the fairs at the park, they always have something to do or watch.

Georgia Freeman, aged 9.

I like Royston because of the kind people living here.

Brooke Racher, aged 9.

I like Royston because it has the Leisure Centre. I like the Leisure Centre because it has a swimming pool.

Maddy Kelly, aged 7.

Owen, aged 6.

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I like Royston because it has lots of sports facilities and there’s lots to do.

Ben Seabrook, aged 9.

I like Royston because I like my school. I like my school because it is fun at school.

Joe, aged 6

I like Royston because there is a chalk pit where I love to go fossil hunting.

Tom Goddard, aged 9

I like Royston because there are lots of sports facilities and it is very peaceful.

Matthew Houghton, aged 9..

I used to really like the toy shop. I like going to the Heath to play and watching the kite festival.

Matthew, aged 8.

There is a pub at the Heath and I think it is great.

Joshua Dawes aged 8 3/4

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Royston is super More class than all the others It is beautiful Simon Cooper, aged 9.

This project could not have taken place without the inspiration of the children and the support of their teachers and headteachers.

The Arts Festival Committee would like to extend their sincere thanks to the following organisations and people who brought this project to life: The children, teachers and headteachers from the following schools: • • • • • • • •

Barkway VA (C of E) First School Barley VC (C of E) First School Icknield Walk First School Reed First School Roman Way First School St Mary’s Catholic Primary School Studlands Rise First School Tannery Drift First School

• • • •

Cathy Curtis, Extended Schools Co-ordinator Johnson Matthey plc Black Pig The Listing

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Š Royston Arts Festival 2008

Published with many thanks to our sponsors:

Proceeds from the sale of this book go to Royston Arts Festival

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