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To the November issue of The Listing

Community

Autumn may well be here but there is no reason to stay indoors... the Royston area certainly knows how to host events!

Expect to start the month with a whizz and a bang as Fireworks Nights take place in the area. Notably, Icknield Walk and Wimpole Hall host their events on Saturday 2nd November.

The following weekend is Remembrance Day. The Royston Branch of the Royal British Legion host this excellent event, which is always well attended by townsfolk of all ages and a poignant reminder of all that those in the Services have done for us in the past and continue to do now.

In-house, we are delighted to welcome Sharon Windebank to The Listing team.

Sharon is well known in the town as she’s been a familiar face at Saffron Insurance on Kneesworth Street in Royston for the past 9 years. She joins Kate Berry, Cath Boughton and Lucy Boughton here in the office, and she’s already enjoying getting out and about and meeting so many businesses in the area!

This is our 99th issue and we’re delighted to be still going strong and working with so many of you in our local community. If we can help your business, organisation, group, club or you, then please do get in touch. We’ll be delighted to hear from you.

The Listing Team: Stay in touch PUBLISHER AND EDITOR Cath Boughton

EDITORIAL Kate Berry 01763 248447 kate@ townhousepublishing.co.uk MEDIA SALES Sharon Windebank 01763 248447 sharon@ sharon townhousepublishing.co.uk WHAT’S ON PAGES Lucy Boughton lucy@ townhousepublishing.co.uk

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ROYSTON AND DISTRICT MODEL RAILWAY CLUB EXHIBITION 2013 16th November

The club was established following the tremendous response given by the public to an exhibition organised by the Royston Community Association early in 1987 using the community rooms at the rear of Royston Town Hall. Since then an annual exhibition has been set in the Royston Calendar to promote our hobby. In 2012 we moved to Bassingbourn Village College and held our biggest exhibition to date, arranging a free bus service from Royston to help ease car parking demands.

All exhibitions have a good standard of scenic details to catch the eye and several layouts will have appeared in articles published by the main model railway magazines. We also choose layouts that have trains running most of the time! With many visitors spending more than 2 hours at the exhibition, we feel it is important to provide food and hot drinks (with seating) and make it available throughout the day.

At our exhibitions, we always try to provide a variety of layouts, from small table top size to some that Model Railway Exhibition require a large room. We also have a special ‘Thomas’ layout giving children (and possibly adults) a chance (Bassingbourn College) e’ Bus to drive a train, many for the first time. All the proceeds from this go to the Children in Need charity as do monies raised the face ‘Heritag Freefrom painting activity.

To & from Each year we have strived to increase the number of layouts of various scales selecting them from clubs and private individuals from ionall Bus Stat Royston over East Anglia. This year we will display our club layout of ‘Appleton Dene’ which has been featured in the November(Via 2013 edition of the ay Station) Railw hours Railway Modeller magazine. We will also have demonstrations such as models, scenery and miniature tree making.

10.00, 11.00, 12 noon & 14.00, 15.00 There are ‘trade stands’ offering new and second hand items from small tools to parts and complete kits from small businesses to the latest boxed railway set by the main UK model railway providers, such as Bachmann and Hornby. We see many visitors from the Royston and East Anglia area every year, others from further afield. Some see it as a fantastic opportunity to purchase some early Christmas presents!

Whether you are an experienced modeller, just starting in the hobby, or returning to the hobby after a period of absence all are welcome.

Come along and give us a look over. No obligation to join the club.

This year’s exhibition is held at Bassingbourn Village College, South End, Bassingbourn, Nr Royston, SG8 5NJ, 16th November 2013 – opens at 10.30am

A free ‘Heritage’ bus will be running to-and-from Royston Bus Station (Via Railway Station) throughout the day: 10.00, 11.00, 12 noon & 14.00, 15.00 hours

Subject to weather conditions, the Royston Model Engineers will again be offering sit-on rides behind their lovely model railway steam engines in an outside area.

Saturday 16th November 10:30 am - 5pm

Accompanied children will be allowed in for free! (Adults £4) For more information and pictures of previous exhibitions please see our web site http://www.roystondmrc.co.uk

BLOOMING STATION

Members of the Royston in Bloom committee, volunteers and station staff helped rejuvenate an area of Royston Train Station with planting and the laying of sedum matting purchased from Sedum Blankets.

A new Welcome board has also been installed after the original one needed to be replaced as it depicted Royston 2012: A Year of Celebrations.

Royston in Bloom committee chairman Les Baker said: “The work has transformed one of the banks at the station into a more attractive area.”

Both the new signage board and the cost of providing the sedum matting were sponsored by First Capital Connect.

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WE WILL REMEMBER THEM

A choir of 150 singers including Bishop’s Stortford Choral Society, Broxbourne Chorus, Royston Choral Society and an orchestra of 60 will perform at Wodson Park Sports & Leisure Centre in the evening of Remembrance Sunday 10 November at 7.30 pm.

In the spirit of remembrance, the main work in the programme will be Karl Jenkins’ The Armed Man: A Mass for Peace. Other works will include Elgar’s Nimrod, John Williams’ Hymn to the Fallen (from the film Saving Private Ryan) and Parry’s I was glad.

The choirs previously came together at Wodson Park to sing Carl Orff’s Carmina Burana in June 2012, described as ‘powerful, uplifting and thoroughly enjoyable’. All profits from this year’s concert will go to the Ware branch of the British Legion Poppy Appeal. The Royal British Legion was founded in July 1921 and is the leading ex-Service organisation and one of our best-known and most highly respected charities. The Poppy Appeal is their main source of income each year.

Tickets cost £20 and as all the proceeds go to the Poppy Appeal we would be very grateful if this could be Gift Aided. We are also looking for sponsorship from individuals, other charities and businesses. Please contact Heather Howard on 01763 249058 or 07970739249 for further details.

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REMEMBRANCE DAY The Royal British Legion are in everybody’s minds at this time of year and the Poppy Appeal is in full swing but what else do they do for our community?

I had the pleasure of chatting to Chris Murphy who is Branch Chairman of the Royal British Legion Royston Branch and he gave me a rundown of what the Legion means today for so many people. The Legion provides valuable support and resources to the serving and ex-Service community and their families. This is practical help to young and old with initiatives like the Battle Back Centres to support people who have returned from the most recent conflicts with disabilities.

Chris emphasised that the wider community can play their part by ensuring that those in need of the valuable, practical and emotional support provided by the Royal British Legion are referred to the charity.

Sometimes the camaraderie of being involved in the social side of the British Legion can be a tonic in itself.

Chris said Remembrance Sunday, and Armistice Day - the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month - the day the guns fell silent to end the First World War)

are of course major dates in the calendar.

Villages, towns and cities across the country will come together to remember all those who have died in service to their country, from the First World War to the conflicts of the present day and all those in between, of which there are many.

Chris also explained the three month process that he undertakes every year to organise the Remembrance Day Service and Parade which is held in Royston. This is part of the Legion’s role as “Custodians of Remembrance”. The process begins in August with the applications being made to the North Hertfordshire District Council (NHDC) for permission to close the roads and culminates on the day itself with Chris managing the proceedings and the 40-odd organisations that participate.

It is vital we ensure the younger generations understand the life we enjoy and live today has come at great cost in human life. As the years and the conflicts pass and become more distant in the memory it is especially important to remember those who gave their last full measure so we may live in peace and freedom.

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We must also remember those who are still with us, who through their Service may have suffered and will need help to deal with the issues they face. We remember the dead but we must not forget the living.

So, this year, wear your poppy with pride but don’t forget the ongoing work of the Royal British Legion throughout the year as they stand “Shoulder to Shoulder” with all who serve.

The Parade this year will set off from Queens Road, Royston at 10.25am on Sunday 10th November and arrive at the Melbourn Street Memorial at 10.40am. The main service will start at 10.45am.

The Armistice Day Remembrance Service will take place on Monday 11th November at the War Memorial, Melbourn Street at 10.50am followed by a short service at the American memorial in the Priory Memorial Gardens.

If people wish to join and support the Royal British Legion they do not have to have been in the Services, just have the desire to support the aims and objectives of the Legion. Please contact the Royston Branch of the Royal British Legion for more information on 01763 244560 or email rblroystonbranch@yahoo.co.uk

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BOOK REVIEW: “A ROYSTON MISCELLANY” BY F JOHN SMITH

Royston is a fascinating place! If you don’t believe me have a look at F John Smith’s new book “A Royston Miscellany”. The author traces the origins of the street names in the town and then takes a look at the development of Royston from the Norman Conquest when the art of digging deep wells made the establishment of a town possible.

The book would be an interesting read for anyone, but with a little knowledge of the places and spaces described and chronicled it is a fact filled insight into the rich history of the town. Do you know why “One Hill” on the heath is so called? Read the book to find out!

“A Royston Miscellany” is written by F John Smith and is available from Royston & District Museum www. roystonmuseum.org.uk and Royston and District Local History Society www.roystonlocalhistory.org.uk for £7. It is a Royston and District Local History Society Publication.

LOCAL HISTORY PUBLICATION AND CALL FOR INFORMATION

The Pilgrimage to Our Lady of White hill: Antiquaries, local historians and the formation of a historical tradition, by Jonathan Spain, September, 2013.

Local residents may be interested in this recent publication which describes the evidence for a medieval pilgrimage site at Chapel Hill, near Haslingfield and the role played by local antiquaries and historians in preserving its memory and maintaining the tradition over three hundred years through to modern times. It’s about how local history is created and what motivates those who have written about it.

Call for personal recollections: Jonathan Spain is a writer/researcher who lives in Shepreth. This booklet is LOCAL AUTHOR the first in a series of local studies. He is JONATHAN SPAIN currently researching the history of fruit farming in South Cambs., and would be interested to hear from anyone who worked in the orchards.

To make contact with Jonathan or to order his publication, go to his blogsite: Jonathanspain.wordpress.com and leave a reply in the comment box on the publication page, or email him at jrspain1@hotmail.com Jonathan’s telephone number is 01763 262007.

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Last month’s article in the Royston Connects series praised and blamed the revolution in digital communication for its impact on our lives, including the breakdown of communities. But it was also suggested that online initiatives can connect people around local concerns which may then lead to face-to-face exchanges; three examples WORKING TOGETHER ONLINE follow.

For ten years, people have been trading their time through Royston Time Bank, earning and spending time credits – 1 credit for 1 hour’s help. In recent years, an online facility has put the matching process in the hands of time bank members themselves and extended coverage beyond Royston. You can sign up for free at www. mytimebank.org.uk.

Streetlife is a national social network with a local focus. Nearly 450 people in and around Royston are discovering the delights of sharing local knowledge and personal opinions. When asked “what do you like about Streetlife?” responses ranged from access to North Herts District Council and recommendations for local service providers, to intelligence on town centre developments and events information. You can join the online conversations at www.streetlife.com and start your own.

The newest addition to the list of online matching facilities is Herts Skills Share at www.volunteeringherts.org/skills-share.html. Launched in September, this facility helps charities find volunteers with the professional skills to develop time-limited projects. Royston Volunteer Centre (info@ roystonvolunteer.org.uk) can help you make the most of Skills Share.

Over to you - go to www.twitter.com/#RoystonConnects, find out more, and look out for next month’s Royston Connects article on saving the planet and making money.

AUTUMN ART EXHIBITION

Foxton’s exhibition team, led by Foxton School’s head Jenny Jones, are looking forward to welcoming all visitors and artists to the Autumn Art Exhibition’s 11th year at Foxton’s attractive and modern village hall. The exhibition had been held for many years as a very popular and highly regarded display in the old Foxton School building however, a move to a new site meant that the exhibition stopped for a few years. In 2003 it was enthusiastically resurrected and has since received praise from artists and visitors alike for the professional and tasteful presentation of work from local artists. Each year the exhibition has grown and since 2008 the works of art have been displayed in two large halls. In 2012 Karen Butler-Clark and her volunteers were delighted to receive the Art Exhibition award in the South Cambridgeshire District Council Arts Awards.

Expect to see work by established and up and coming talented local artists. One regular and renowned supporter of the exhibition is Jane Hollidge, whose delicate ceramic work and stunning landscapes are very popular. Exhibiting artists for 2013 include Julie Baker, whose clever use of light and colour in her oil paintings creates beautiful evocative landscapes inspired by the Cambridgeshire Fens and Michael Papworth, a young artist, who, in 2012, won the visitor’s vote for the exhibition’s most popular exhibit with his image ‘Under the Moonlight’. Michael’s striking landscapes use texture, colour and the process of lithography to reveal the ever changing stories of nature All proceeds support the primary school in exciting ways including visual and performing arts. Exhibits are displayed in a variety of medias including ceramics, wood and textiles as well as oils, pastels, watercolour, ink and photography.

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AFTER SCHOOLS CLUB

For 8 to 13 yrs. Drop in Youth Club. 4.30 - 6.30pm, Coombes Community Centre.

Wii, arts & crafts, sports, pool table. Run by qualified Play leaders from NHDC.

ALZHEIMER’S SOCIETY

A support group for People with Dementia and their Carers to meet for information and support. 2nd Mon monthly, Blackett Ord Court, Stamford Road, Royston 10am - 12noon Please call Cate Mitcham on 07720 946034

ANGELS SUPPORT GROUP

Thurs 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd & 29th April, 12.30 – 2.30pm For parents/carers of children with ADHD or Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Drop in meetings – an opportunity to chat with other parents. Free Crèche until 2.25pm Children’s Centre, Royston. Leise Cooper 07815 458355

ANGLIA LAND YACHT CLUB

Suns at Bassingbourn Airfield. The club meets to sail and race land yachts on a 2 km circuit. New members welcome. Steve Borrill 0779 669 4743

BABY MASSAGE & YOGA

Baby Massage & Yoga in Herts-Pre & Post natal yoga, baby massage and baby yoga.

Small groups (incl. private NCT & 1:1’s) Contact Penny Constantinou on 07944 4 16572 www.babymassageherts.co.uk or pennybrown1@hotmail.com

BABY RHYME TIME

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BADMINTON TUESDAYS

Tues, 7.30 - 9pm, Coombes Community Centre - informal play, supported by Badminton England with occasional coaching sessions, all abilities. £10 per month. Contact: coombescommunity@ uwcelub.net or Gillian on 01763 248081.

BARKWAY KARATE CLUB

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BARKWAY SOCIAL CLUB

Weds & Fri’s 8 -11pm. Friendly club, bar, snooker, pool, cards, darts and dominoes.

Yearly membership: £6 per person, £10 per couple. Building adjacent to the Village Hall.

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BARLEY CRICKET CLUB

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BASSINGBOURN BADMINTON CLUB Bassingbourn Sports Centre. Thurs 8-10pm.

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Peter Scaife 01763 248454.

BASSINGBOURN SNOW SPORTS

Recreational Skiing & Boarding Weds, Thurs & Suns. Junior Club up to 16 yrs Sat am with fun and instruction. Every other weekend Yeti Club for age 3 up.

Introduction to Racing, Sat & Race training, Mon’s. Contact: www.skibass.org or call 08450 728 293

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BASSINGBOURN-CUMKNEESWORTH W.I.

Meet 2nd Tues, 7.30pm, Community Room, Knutsford Road, Bassingbourn. Guests welcome. Jean Hamdorff 01763 242139

BOLLYWOOD DANCE WORKOUT CLASSES

Tues, Weds & Fri eves, 7.15-8.15pm, Coombes Community Centre. This class is a cool mix of aerobics, glam Bollywood dance moves, cardio workout and Yoga. Contact: Kriti, 07447 831310

BUDDING BEADERS

Jewellery Making Group, Tues 7.30-9.30pm, Bassingbourn United Reform Church, South End. A friendly group pop in or book a workshop.www.buddingbeaders.org.uk. Julie 01763 853257, Sylvia 01763 208397

CATHOLIC WOMEN’S LEAGUE

2nd Monday each month at Parish Hall, Royston Catholic Church Mrs A Varney, 01763 242812

CHERRYHOMES TRUST

Local charity supporting severely physically disabled people to live independently in their own homes. Loans, grants, practical help & guidance can be provided. Sally Crane on 07716 121 333 or info@cherryhomes.org.uk

CHOIR - SINGING ALOUD

Mon’s 7-9pm, Coombes Community Centre, Royston. Sing, have fun, meet new friends.

We are a choir for everyone.

Wonderful songs, friendly people, stunning harmonies all taught by ear.

Come for a half-price taster session.

CORVUS AMATEUR DRAMA SOCIETY (CADS)

Royston’s amateur drama group, performing since the 1940s and open to anyone aged 15+. Quarterly meetings as advertised.

We welcome all interested parties! Tamsin Cowley 01763 244927 www.cadsroyston. org.uk Corvus Cornix Basketball Club Meeting at Royston Leisure Centre Thurs, 4 - 9pm Mini Basketball and basketball for all ages and abilities. From 8 years to adult Di Charles 01223 207213 or email di.charles2@btinternet.com www. corvusbasketball.co.uk/

CRUSE BEREAVEMENT

Cruse-hertfordshire.org.uk or Clair Pike at office@cruse-hertfordshire.org.uk

CYCLE CLUB ASHWELL

A thriving, inclusive, friendly cycle club for everyone. Over 140 members, for youth, adult, senior levels and families & beginners.

Affiliated to the CTC, British Cycling, CTT and Eastern RR League. We now have a grass track course. www.ccashwell.com

DEPRESSION ALLIANCE

1st Tues monthly 2.15 to 4pm, Committee Room & 3rd Tues monthly, 2.15 - 4pm Room 11, Royston Town Hall. A self help group providing a confidential, caring, & non-judgemental place for people to share their thoughts & experiences. All welcome contact Gill Cox info@depressionalliance. org, depressionsupport@me.com

ELECTRALITES MAJORETTES

Thursdays, 5-7pm & Sundays 9am-3.30pm at Coombes Community Centre Zoe & Mark Barfield 01763 245447

EVERGREEN CLUB

Weds 9am - 4pm, Masonic Hall, Royston.

Social club with bingo, speakers, entertainment, bring & buy sales, day outings and a mini-market. Mrs Joan Inwood, 01763 224 997

FIVE ‘O’ TABLE TENNIS AND SOCIAL CLUB

Wednesday evenings, September to May only, 7.30 - 9.30pm at Market Hill Rooms, Table tennis for the over fifties and their friends. Non-league. Secretary Jan Harmer 01763 230704

FORGET-ME-NOT CLUB

Weds from 1.45 - 3.45pm at Housing 21, Blackett Ord Court, Stanford Ave, Royston.

Speakers, quizzes, bingo, bring and buy outings and lunches. Barbara Charter, Chair & Secretary 01763 231319

FOWLMERE FRIENDSHIP CLUB

2nd Weds monthly, 2.30pm, Fowlmere VH. Speakers, events and other activities. For 60yrs+. Contact Beryl May 01763 208565

FOWLMERE PLAYGROUP

Mon’s, Tues & Thurs 9 - 12noon plus Lunch club 12-1pm, from 2.5yrs, Fri Rising 5s 9 - 12noon, URC Chapel Hall, Chapel Lane, Fowlmere. Contact: Shirley Bevan 07890 674743 or fowlmereplaygroup@hotmail. co.uk

FRANK LETTS BLIND FELLOWSHIP OF ROYSTON

2nd Tues monthly, 11.30am to 3pm at The Heath Sports Centre, Royston. Open to all blind and partially sighted in the Royston area.

Transport can be arranged. Bridget Matthews 01763 231881, or b.m@ntlworld.com

FRIENDS OF THE HERTFORDSHIRE WAY

Caring for this 190 mile long trail through the Herts countryside, starting and finishing in Royston. 01763 244509

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FRIENDSHIP SCHEME FOR MENTAL HEALTH (NHS)

Befriending service in Royston for adults recovering from long term mental health problems. Volunteers needed now as befrienders to take clients out for one to one social activities in the community. Alison Kingman 01462 680120, or email alison. kingman@hertspartsft.nhs.uk

G - STARS

(Georgina Wootten’s School of Dance and Performing Arts) Royston, 6 Days a Week. Melody Movement Baby Ballet, ISTD Ballet, Tap, Modern Theatre, Boys Only Street, Contemporary, Commercial, Body Conditioning, Singing and Musical Theatre g-stars@hotmail.co.uk or 07720713532 or www.gstars.co.uk

GAY OUTDOOR CLUB

A national activity club for men & women with local groups: Cambridge; Essex and Hertfordshire. Walks of moderate length take place once a month. Come along and make new friends and enjoy some healthy exercise. Check out our website: www.goc. org.uk for details of all national and local activities, or phone Colin on 01763 262647 HAPPY BUNNIES NURSERY SCHOOL 8am - 4.30pm term time, children 2 to 5yrs.

15 hrs of “free” funded nursery education for children 3+. Contact Sue Kelly, EYP, B.Ed., SRN, 0779 089 6292 or sjkhappybunnies@ gmail.com BABY BUNNIES GROUP every Thurs 9.30 - 11am term time, Free. All welcome! Sue Kelly 0779 089 6292 www. happybunniesnursery.co.uk.

JAZZ IMPROVISATION

Thurs eves in Croydon Village, Structured course covering various Jazz styles Tunes rehearsed for a concert performance Advice on Chords, Scales, Structure, Musicianship All instruments Ray Batson 01582-453419 ray@jazz4all.me.uk

JAZZ WORKSHOP

Monday evenings, Croydon VH For all instrumentalists of various skill levels, an opportunity to play in a friendly band/group environment. Terry Fox, 01763 244142, or e-mail t.j.f@btinternet.com

JM JUDOKWAI

Tues 6.30 - 9.30pm, Roysia School. Judo with that family feel, parents can join the Tea Club. For ages 6 yrs plus. John Massmann 01763 241020, john.massmann@sky.com

KARATE CLASSES

For Children from 4yrs and adults. Classes

by Sensei Anthony Barrett, 4th Dan with 20yrs coaching experience. Tel: 07929 100612 www.karateschools.co.uk at Coombes Community Centre 4pm to 5pm Mondays and Thursdays throughout the year. Other classes available.

KICKBOXING & KUNG FU

Kickboxing Tue 8-9:30pm @Stage Right Studios, Lumen Rd, Royston. Kids Kung Fu (7-10 years) 10:30-11:30am, Adults Kung Fu 11:30-1pm, Sat @Greneway School, Garden Walk, Royston. For further details visit gmax. me.uk, or call Glen on 07563 755 199

KNITTING CLUB

Woolgatherers machine knitters. A friendly group for the exchange of ideas and machine knitting techniques. Meet alternate Wednesdays 10am to 12 noon, in Thriplow Village Hall, Thriplow 01954 719359

KUMON MATHS & ENGLISH

Kumon after-school programmes for children of all ages and abilities help build confidence and study-skills. For further information please call Sally McMeekin at the Royston Study Centre on 01763 248562 or email: royston@kumoncentre.co.uk.

LADIES CIRCLE

We meet on the 2nd & 4th Thurs monthly.

A social organisation for ladies aged 18 to 45. Activities this year include a pamper evening, tea party, belly dancing class, bowling as well as fundraising events.

Contact Hannah Paradis (Chairman) 01763 220967 or hanja_2@hotmail.com.

LAURELS CLUB

Thurs 2 - 4pm, Coombes Community Centre, Burns Road. A social group with many activities -bingo, bring and buy, tombolas, days out, lunch outings. Peggy Shepherd, 01763 241511 LINDY HOP SWING JIVE DANCE CLUB Tues: Steeple Morden V.H Beginners 7.15 - 8.15pm; Intermediates: 8.20 - 9.30pm; Original 1930’s/40’s style Jitterbug; Couples & Singles Welcome See website for Absolute Beginners Courses. Paul & Debbie 01763 242949 www.getintheswing.com

LITLINGTON BADMINTON CLUB

Mon’s 7 - 9pm, Friendly club, Contact: Vera 01763 241022 LITTLE HANDS NURSERY SCHOOL Children 1 year to school age open 51 weeks per year.A high staff to child ratio, Outstanding Ofsted report. Bookings can be made by the hour, term time only 8.30 am to 4.30 pm with optional holiday clubs.15 hours of funded sessions for children the term after their third birthday. 2 year old funding available for eligible children.Dedicated room for children 12-24 months open from September 2013.Contact Anne McCrossen on 01763 260964 or e-mail lh-melbourn@ btconnect.com

LITTLE LINGUISTS

PRIORY QUILTERS

MAMASUGARSHAKES

QUILTERS BEE

Spanish for children (3yrs to 8yrs) and their grown ups. Coombes Community Centre.

Mon 3.45-5.45pm. Suzanne Snowdon, 01234 708226, suzanne@littlelinguists.org. uk www.littlelinguists.org.uk Caribbean Groove singing, dancing and drama for 0-5year olds. Contact 07793 726428, info@mamasugarshakes.com New 12 week class starting Mondays 30th September at 1pm or £6 - just 50p per class at Coombes Community Centre. Other classes available.

MCSPLASH SWIMMING CLUB

1st Tues monthly, 7.30-9.30pm, Room 11, The Priory Centre. An opportunity to get together with other quilters, 3rd Mon monthly, 1.30 - 3.30pm, an informal sit and sew (not Dec) 01763 230187 Each Tuesday at Bassingbourn Village College from 7pm – 9.30pm. Offering the opportunity to make a sampler quilt and then go on to other projects. A friendly and sociable group who meet because we love sewing. £6.00 per night, pay as you come. Tel: Barbara for more details on: 01763 246065

Fri’s 6-10pm, For ages 8 - 21+ (i.e. Masters class) Jenny Brackley– 01763 244593

RAINBOW PLAYGROUP

Sept - April Tues 7.30 - 9.30pm Foxton VH Lectures, workshops, competitions, occasional summer events - http://melbourn-photographic-club.co.uk. melbournphotoclub@hotmail.com, Bruce Huett 01763 232 855

REED CRICKET CLUB

MELBOURN & DISTRICT PHOTOGRAPHIC CLUB

MELBOURN AND DISTRICT GARDENING CLUB

2nd Tues monthly, 7.30pm. All Saints Community Hall, Melbourn. Helen Powell, 01763 245887

MELBOURN BOWLS CLUB

Mon’s 2.30 - 4.30pm, Thurs 10.30 - 12 Coffee Morning, The Moor. Friendly club. All welcome: all ages, genders and experience.

Compete in local leagues, with friendly matches at weekends. Contact Arthur Andrews 01763 261990 or e-mail arthur. andrews123@btinternet.com

MELBOURN BRIDGE CLUB

Mon’s 7.30pm, Vicarage Close Community Hall, Melbourn. Come alone or as a pair for Duplicate Bridge. Bridge tuition also available. Howard Waller 01763 261693

MELBOURN HISTORY GROUP

Conducting historical research about Melbourn having published 4 books. We help people trying to trace ancestors. Colin Limming 01763 260072 colin.limming@ btinternet.com

MELBOURN JUDO CLUB

Sat’s 9 -10am 5-8yrs, 10-11.15am 8-10 yrs & 11.15-12.45pm 10yrs+. Mon’s 6-7pm 8yrs+ & Tues 8.15 - 9.45pm 14 yrs+, Royston Leisure Centre. We are a British Judo Association registered Club with Sport England Clubmark: Iain Reid 01763 241830, 07974 445710, Melbournjudoclub@ googlemail.com

MELBOURN MUSHROOM CLUB

The fungus recording group for South Cambs, part of a national network for experts and beginners. Details of future events - John Holden, frog.end@virgin.net

MELBOURN SQUASH CLUB

Thriving, friendly club, two courts. MVC. Mens & Ladies team, internal leagues, club nights, Juniors & coaching. Single, family, junior & off-peak memberships. Nick Sugden 01763 261064 or njsugden@aol.com. Non members 01763 263313 www.melbournsquash.co.uk

MELDRETH BOWLS CLUB

Tues 10am-12am roll-up. Friendly mixed club, new bowlers welcome. Please wear flat shoes. Shirley 01223 207888 email: lambert. sd@btinternet.com

MELDRETH CROQUET CLUB

Tues & Sun (May - Sept), behind the British Queen, Meldreth High St. A small, friendly club for beginners & experienced players.

Janet Pope 01763 248342; jacksonpope@ tiscali.co.uk.

MELDRETH TENNIS CLUB

A friendly club with members of all abilities.

We play on 2 tennis courts at Meldreth Recreation Ground. Further information at the Courts or from the Secretary, Sue Davies, tel: 01763 220174 MORDEN RUFFIANS BRIDGE CLUB We are a small, friendly duplicate club, meeting on Weds, 7.30pm at Steeple Morden Village Hall. New members are very welcome. Peter Rice 01763 242577 ricepeterm@yahoo.co.uk

NORTH HERTS STAMP CLUB

2nd Weds monthly, Sept to May 2pm at Room 11, Town Hall. Talks and displays by visiting speakers on a wide range of philatelic subjects. Mr A Kennedy, 01763 247641

OPEN DOORS

Youth club for school years 5-8, Mondays 6.30-8pm, Queens Road Methodist Church opendoors@hotmail.co.uk

For children 2yrs to nursery age, fun and learning through active play, purpose built under 5’s area and playground. Coombes Community Centre Burns Road, Royston.

Stephanie 01763 230700 or 07746011196 Sat’s, 4 teams in the Saracens Herts, Leagues. Suns, 2 teams. Colts, 8+ playing U11 in Cambs. League U13 & U15 in Herts & Cambs. Leagues. Vibrant club membership. New members welcome. www. reedcc.co.uk adults Richard Robertson 01763 848835, Colts Peter Wholley 01763 246656

REED GARDENING CLUB

2nd Weds monthly, 7.30pm (Oct - Jun) Reed VH. A small friendly group, all welcome.

RNLI (ROYSTON)

Monday evenings, bi-monthly. A fundraising organisation, organising street collections & manning stalls. Mrs J Emes, 01763 245958

ROTARY CLUB OF ROYSTON

Tues. 6.45pm, Royston Golf Club. Meet weekly for fun and fellowship, but make a serious contribution to our community too. Kite Festival, Youth Makes Music, Technology Tournament, and Swimathon – all that’s us! We welcome new membership enquiries www.roystonrotary.com or call Jonathan Berks 01763 226178

ROUND TABLE

1st & 3rd Thurs monthly, A social organisation for men under 45. Simon Whybrow 01763 222653 or 07817 118737, membership@roystonroundtable.co.uk www. roystonroundtable.co.uk

ROYAL BRITISH LEGION (WOMEN’S SECTION)

Mondays, 2pm - 4pm RBL HQ, Mill Road, Royston Service and ex-service women and their families. Membership is open to all women including those with no service connections. Mrs S. Titmuss 01763 222824

ROYAL NAVAL ASSOC.

1st Tuesday of the month 8pm, at the RBL HQ, Mill Road, Royston Service and ex-service and non-service are welcome to meetings/socials. Tony Richardson 01763 222706 or Graham Perry 01763 261325

ROYSIA WOMEN’S CLUB

Affiliated to: National Association of Women’s Clubs. Mon 8-10pm Royston Town Hall. Speakers, outings and social evenings, Vacancies for new members.

Wendy Pearce 01763 231381, or Mavis Ingle 01763 222524 or email roysia10@ yahoo.co.uk

ROYSTON & DIST. FAMILY HISTORY SOCIETY

3rd Mon monthly, 7.30pm at All Saints Community Hall, All Saints Church Melbourn.

Tracing your family history www.roystonfhs. org Maureen Faubel 01763 232128

ROYSTON & DIST. MODEL ENGINEERING SOCIETY

2nd Weds monthly, Meldreth Manor School & Track Running Days 1st Sun of month from April to October also informal workshop, Mon’s at Meridian School during terms time. New members welcome.

Jeff Dickinson 01763 261670 dickinja@ globalnet.co.uk

ROYSTON & DISTRICT CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

Local organisation representing the interests of all businesses. Its fundamental objective is to promote a local enterprise culture in Royston and the surrounding areas in Hertfordshire and South Cambs. Rupert Matthews or cofc@talktalk.net.

ROYSTON & DISTRICT COMMUNITY TRANSPORT

Royston Hospital. Low cost door-to-door transport for groups or individuals who are unable to use conventional public transport.

Office hours 9am-3pm Mon - Fri. Tel/Fax/ SMS 01763 245228

PAPILLION PLAYGROUP

ROYSTON & DISTRICT LOCAL HISTORY SOCIETY

PLAY MUSIC PLAY

ROYSTON & DISTRICT MENCAP SOCIETY

Royston Town Centre & Tannery Drift School. Children 2 years to nursery age.

“A warm friendly environment where children learn while having fun.” www. papillonplaygroup.co.uk Anne on 01763 233225 or Carrie on 07909 607753 Creative music making sessions for families with babies and children under 5. Sessions happen on Weds & Thurs in Royston. For more information call 01763 246415 or visit www.playmusicplay.co.uk

8pm 1st Thurs monthly (Oct - Apr), 2nd Thurs in May - Heritage Hall, Royston Town Hall. Historical Talks of the local area. David Allard, 01763 242677 www. roystonlocalhistory.org.uk

Society for people with learning difficulties and their carers. Social calendar, occasional open evenings and fortnightly social club at Meridian School (alternate Tuesdays).

New members welcome. Peter Andrew 01763 245363

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ROYSTON & DISTRICT MODEL RAILWAY CLUB

Barley Town House, Fri 8pm. Prospective new members welcome to come and visit us, but call first. Tony Noad, 01763 848424.

E-mail aknoad@aol.com

ROYSTON & DISTRICT MOTORCYCLE CLUB

1st & 3rd Weds monthly, 8pm. Eternit Sports & Social Club, Whaddon Road, Meldreth ‘Noggin & Natter’, occasional speakers. Contact rdmcc01@gmail.com www.roystonmotorcycleclub.co.uk

ROYSTON & DISTRICT PROBUS CLUB

2nd Thurs monthly, 12.30 for 1.00pm lunch, Royston Golf Club A regular meeting point for retired professional and business men, often with a Guest Speaker. David Gray, 01763 245895, david.r.gray@ntlworld.com

ROYSTON & DISTRICT TOWN TWINNING ASSOC

Organises twinning visits to our twin towns of La Loupe (France), Grossalmerode (Germany) and Villanueva de la Cañada (Spain) as well as social events such as boules, quiz night, dinners. Contact Paul Rydon paul@rydon.net or 01763 241721)

ROYSTON & SAFFRON WALDEN NATIONAL TRUST ASSN

Last Fri in the month, 7.20pm, Royston Market Hill Rooms and Saffron Walden Town Hall, alternately.

Chairman Richard Priestley 01799 513120

ROYSTON ACTION ON DISABILITY

Are you physically disabled, feeling isolated, lonely or a bit depressed? Our group will try to cheer up your social life, with interesting speakers and demonstrations, and plenty of time to chat and meet new friends. We meet in the lower Town Hall, usually on the 4th Mon monthly, 3pm, and door to door transport is provided. Mrs Barbara Goddard, 01763 244338

ROYSTON ALLOTMENTS & GARDENS ASSOCIATION

Coombes Hole, Green Street Royston. Clubhouse on site. Shop available for members to purchase their gardening needs. We organise our own annual “open day” for the public to view the site first hand. Coach trips are arranged yearly to a place of interest Secretary Mick Griggs 01763 242053

ROYSTON ARTS FESTIVAL

Royston’s annual Arts Festival takes place over four days every September www. roystonartsfestival.org

ROYSTON ARTS SOCIETY

Two afternoon painting sessions monthly, friendly, sociable atmosphere. Nine professional art demonstrations in various media and two exhibitions per year. New members welcome. Richard Clayton 01763 221322, enquiries@roystonartsoc.org.uk.

ROYSTON BADMINTON CLUB

Bassingbourn Sports Centre 8 - 10 Tues.

A friendly club with a competitive edge.

Fields Mens, Ladies and Mixed Teams in a local league. Simon Bromilow 01763 249133 (h) Sarah Ready 01763 243826 (h) www. royston-badminton.co.uk

ROYSTON BOWLING CLUB

Outdoor bowling between April & Sept for ages of 12 years and over. Hon. Secretary, Stan Whitehouse on 01763 245534.

ROYSTON BRIDGE CLUB

Friendly, competitive bridge at 7:30 prompt every Thursday at Market Hill Rooms, Fish Hill, Royston. EBU affiliated with results displayed promptly on http://www. bridgewebs.com/roystonherts/ where contact details etc. may be obtained.

ROYSTON CAVE

Every Saturday & Sunday and every Bank Holiday from 2.30 to 5pm (last entry 4.30), April to September. Also open on Weds during August

ROYSTON CHESS CLUB

Mon’s from 7.45pm, Room 11, Royston Town Hall (Sept-June). All levels novice to county players. 4 teams in Herts League (champions 2007/8/9) & 2 teams in Cambs League (champions 2010/12/13). Also friendly games, competitions & training sessions. Kevin Clark: 01763 243370 or kevin.clark54@btinternet.com

ROYSTON CHORAL SOCIETY

Tues (terms time), 8-10pm, Royston Parish Church. Very friendly choir with a wide repertoire of sacred and secular music from all centuries. All welcome Heather Howard, chairman, tel: 01763 249058 email: heather@lemonyellow.org

ROYSTON CONTRACT BRIDGE CLUB Friendly club seeks new members. Thurs, 7-10pm at the Conservative Club, (upstairs bar), 18, Kneesworth Street. Contact Nancy on 01763 242276 or Robert on robbrad44@ yahoo.co.uk OR just turn up any Thursday.

Beginners welcome.

ROYSTON CRICKET CLUB

Based in Therfield, two adult Sat league teams, a Sun team and Junior teams-under 11, 12, 13 and 14. All new players are welcome. Paul Harris (adults) on 07966 766120 or David May (Juniors) on 01763 246396. www.roystoncricketclub.co.uk

ROYSTON CROWS

Junior section of Royston Runners (ages 8-16) Mon eve 6-7pm; Sports Club, Therfield Heath. Groups for different abilities - all welcome. Tina Filby, 01763 241460.

ROYSTON DAY CENTRE

ROYSTON RNA

Meetings at Royal British Legion (RBL), 1st Tues monthly. A good Social Programme held at RBL also we have weekends away.

Contact S/M Graham Parry, 01763 261325 grahamparry6ay@btinternet.com

Tues, Thurs & Fri, 10am - 1pm A warm, friendly atmosphere where up to 25 older disabled or housebound can socialise.

Sharon 01763 244229

ROYSTON ROCKETS BMX CLUB

Rainbows, Brownies, Guides and Rangers various times thru the week, meeting mainly at the Guide HQ in Garden Walk. For girls 5 - 18 years. Carol Hilldrop, 01763 247691

A mixed, friendly and official Rounders England club for adults and children 14+.

Training every Sunday 7-8pm, first session free then £3 pay as you play. Outdoors April - Sept, Royston Heath. Indoors Oct - March, Royston Leisure Centre. Contact Vicky Bacon (Secretary) on 07943 862485 or email roystonrounders@hotmail.co.uk

ROYSTON DISTRICT GIRL GUIDING

ROYSTON DISTRICT SCOUTING

Boys and girls aged 6-18yrs. Beavers, cubs, scouts, explorers meeting on various nights during the week Michelle Renwick 01223 207095

ROYSTON FOLK CLUB

Old Bull Inn, Royston. Playing folk, blues & bluegrass. Check the web-site for open-mic & concert listings - www.roystonfolk.org Contact:Chris Walls tel: 07778 157290 for tickets & bookings

ROYSTON GOLF CLUB

Regular competitions & club sessions at the BMX track behind the Coombes Community Centre Phil Townsend, 01763 260959

ROYSTON ROUNDERS

ROYSTON ROYAL BRITISH LEGION CLUB Mon to Thurs 5.30-11pm, Fri 5.30-11.30pm, Sat 4-11.30pm & Sun 12-10.30pm. A Social Club affiliated to RBL, activities for all ages including live entertainment on Sat evenings and trips. Contact: 01763 244560 or email roystonrblclub@xlninternet.co.uk

An 18 hole course & practice facilities.

Membership & Green Fees apply.

All welcome. 01763 243476 www. roystongolfclub.co.uk

ROYSTON RUGBY CLUB

4th Weds monthly (not Aug or Dec), 7.30pm, Coombes Community Centre, Royston. A friendly club with talks, outings, competitions and demonstrations. New members welcome – come along as a visitor! Anne Rayner, 01763 244424 or redrays@live. co.uk

ROYSTON RUNNERS

ROYSTON GREENFINGERS GARDENING CLUB

ROYSTON HEATH ARCHERY CLUB

A small and friendly club, beginners and experienced archers welcome. Meet Suns at Therfield Heath. Beginner’s courses and all equipment available. Dave(training) 01763 242889 or Helen (secretary) – 01763 244505 http://www.roystonarchery.org

ROYSTON HOCKEY CLUB

Training: men’s 1st and ladies 1st on Mon 7-8:30pm, St.Edmund’s College. All adult teams Weds 7-8:30pm, specific team coaching 8:30 - 9:30pm, Bassingbourn Barracks including “back to hockey” sessions. Juniors Sun 10-1pm, Meridian School. New members welcome, contact Colin Smith on 01763 250982 or info@ roystonhc.co.uk www.roystonhockey ROYSTON LADIES’ LUNCHEON CLUB A friendly group of like-minded women who meet for a two course lunch at 12.30 - 3pm at The Cambridge Motel, Shepreth, 2nd Mon monthly, includes a guest speaker. Secretary 01763 243388

ROYSTON LIONS CLUB

2nd and 4th Weds each month at The Old Barn, Upper King Street, Royston Part of the world’s largest service organisation.

We serve the community and have fun too!

Contact: Keith on 01763 231492

ROYSTON MERIDIAN MEN’S KEEP FIT CLASS

Mon’s 7.30 – 9.30pm, Meridian school gym.

We follow a well tried session, including: warm up, basketball, circuit training, football and volley ball (occasionally tennis, indoor cricket and hockey). Ray Munden 01763 241217 or Email grayowl@care4free.net ROYSTON MISCARRIAGE SUPPORT Royston Miscarriage Support – for free support after early/late miscarriage or ectopic pregnancy, call 07906 559756 or email mcsupport@virginmedia.com. Monthly support group meetings and annual service of remembrance in May at the Wesley Church, Cambridge.

ROYSTON NETBALL CLUB

Friendly sociable club who are always happy to welcome new members. Training takes place on a Wednesday evening from 7.30 until 9pm. Tracey Stimson, 01763 247634

ROYSTON PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY

Thursday evenings at Icknield Walk School from 7.30pm to 10pm. New members always welcome. Andrew Fox, 01763 222856

ROYSTON POWER KITERS

Local Power Kite, Buggy and Board Club.

We meet on windy evenings and weekends on the Heath. Training available. www. therpk.co.uk skydude@btopenworld.co.uk 01763 249199

ROYSTON RACKETS BADMINTON CLUB Tues 6pm to 8pm Royston Leisure Centre.

Recreational badminton in a friendly atmosphere. All skill levels welcome.

Graham Benstead on 01763 242558

ROYSTON RAMBLERS

Promoting walking by organising led walks.

Monitoring the condition of local rights of way. David Allard, 01763 242677 www. ramblers-herts-northmiddlesex.org.uk

ROYSTON RASCALS CHILDMINDERS SUPPORT GROUP Every Weds, 9.15 – 11.15am, The Guide Hut, Garden Walk A friendly social group for all registered childminders, activities, story, singing, juice and biscuits. Contact: Kerry 01763 243159

Tues & Thurs 7pm, The Heath Sports Club Rugby Union Football Club in Herts - Middx.1 1st XV, 2nd XV, Veterans, Youth and Minis. Mini/Youth 10am Sunday Jamie Johnson, 01763 247522 Tuesdays 6.30pm Beginners, 7.30pm Experienced Runners Sundays 9am long run, all abilities. Call Maurice Hill, 01763 241182 or 0771 913 2793

ROYSTON SATURDAY MORNING SCHOOL

Sat 9:15am – 12:00 Meridian School.

String, woodwind, Brass, percussion, Jazz and recorder ensembles. Choir and theory classes. Open to children from Yr4 – Yr 13. Sue Pettitt 01438 844518 stevenagemusicenquiries@hertscc.gov.uk ROYSTON SHORT MAT BOWLS CLUB Mon’s & Weds 2.30 to 4.30pm (Oct - April) Coombes Community Centre, Burns Road.

Informal friendly group. New members are always very welcome. Terry Mitchell 01763 848775 or terrymtc@aol.com

ROYSTON SHORT TENNIS

Thurs 11.15am - 12.15pm 01763 247630, Thurs 2.30 - 3.30pm Anne 01763 244138 & Fri’s 9.30 - 11am Fred 01763 230050, Coombes Community Centre, Royston. A group of energetic retired people playing for pleasure and exercise.

ROYSTON SIGHT INFORMATION POINT

Now at Stevenage Central Library on 3rd Wed of the month from 10 - 12noon Royston Spiritualist Church Every Sun, 6.30pm Room 11, Royston Town Hall. Hymns, prayers & a visiting medium demonstration. All Welcome Collection plate, refreshments. Awareness group Thurs 8pm under guidance of an experienced teacher.

Judy Moule 01223 503345

ROYSTON SPEAK OUT CLUB

Affiliated to the Stroke Association.

Weds. 1015 – 1215 The Old Barn, Upper King Street, Royston. Support with communication, activities and outings.

Website : http://speakoutclubroyston. yolasite.com Email: speakoutstrokeclub@gmail.com

ROYSTON SWIMMING CLUB

Mon, Wed & Fri 6-8pm, Leisure Centre.

Qualified training and coaching for competitive swimmers of all ages. The club enters teams in local galas and competitions. roystonswimmingclub@hotmail.co.uk www. roystonswimmingclub.co.uk

ROYSTON TABLE TENNIS CLUB

Thurs 7.30 - 10.30pm at Coombes Community Centre, Burns Road, Royston.

Play competitive table tennis with 6 teams of varying ability in the North Herts League Fred Bendall, 01763 230050 or Gordon Barnes, Club Secretary 01763 249713 or secretary@roystonttc.com. www. roystonttc.com

ROYSTON TENNIS CLUB

Have 6 floodlit courts at Heath Sports Centre, Therfield Heath. Full LTA tennis & coaching programmes available with social & fun sessions. Public courts can be booked via Heath Sports (01763 2436130). For full club details www.roystontennis.co.uk. Club Secretary, Christine Knight 01763 261676

ROYSTON TIME BANK

A community skills exchange allowing you to earn ‘time credits’ by helping others. You can then spend the time credits on getting people to come and help you. We also hold events, and a regular cafe. Contact Savita Mason, Time Bank Co-ordinator – 01462 689405 or Timebank@nhcvs.org.uk

ROYSTON TOWN BAND

Brass Band weekly rehearsals on Thurs 7.30-9.30pm. Activities including competitions, concerts, summer fetes, parks. Any age and ability welcome. www. roystontownband.org.uk www.facebook. com/roystontownbandRoger Simons, 01763 246929, rogfsimons@hotmail.co.uk

ORGANISATIONS ROYSTON TOWN FC

Garden Walk, Royston Clubhouse: 01763 241204, Terry McKinnell Secretary 07772 086709 and Steve Jackson Chairman 07850383483

ROYSTON TOWN LADIES FC

Garden Walk, Royston. Clubhouse: 01763 241204; Tyrone Parry - 07940 084628

ROYSTON TOWN YOUTH FC

FA Charter Standard Community Club with FA qualified coaches running mini-soccer, 9v9 and 11-a-side football teams for boys and girls aged 7 to 18. Please contact Club Secretary Carl Filby on 01763 241460, 07563 366080 or email carlfilby@btinternet.com.

ROYSTON TOWNSWOMEN’S GUILD First Fri monthly, 7.15 pm Room 11, Royston Town Hall. A warm welcome awaits you at our monthly meetings. Speakers on a variety of subjects, plus outings, theatre trips, etc. Elizabeth Hollomby 01763 246347 or Pauline Gates 01763 221314.

ROYSTON TREFOIL GUILD

First Wed each month, 7.30pm at the Guide HQ, Garden Walk. We have a varied social calendar including speakers and outings and sometimes help out with the Guide and Brownie functions. 01763 243801

ROYSTON WEA

SUPPORTERS OF ALL SAINTS CHURCH, MELBOURN

Please join us in fund raising and social events to aid the maintenance of All Saints Parish Church. All welcome. Colin Limming, 01763 260072 colin.limming@btinternet.com

SWIMPLY THE BEST

Max 6 pupils to a class, various classes available from parent and baby to adult lessons, in a private heated pool with lounge viewing area. 01763 208013 or www. swimplythebest.co.uk

THE MORDEN’S SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCE CLUB

Tues 8 - 10pm (Sept - April), Guilden Morden VH. Beginners & experienced dancers welcome. Contact Brian Moore 01763 852 705.

THE THRIPLOW SOCIETY

Local History, Talks and outings. Contact: Shirley Wittering 01763 208269 http:// thriplow.org.uk/cms/thriplowsociety.pc

THRIPLOW & FOWLMERE WI

2nd Thurs monthly, 7.30pm, Thriplow VH. Contact Dorothy Woods 01763 208778, dorothy.woods@btinternet.com

TIGER TOTS PRESCHOOL GYMNASTICS

ROYSTON WI (AM)

Morning classes for babies 8weeks to 3yrs.

Morning and afternoon classes for 3 - 5yrs.

Contact Litsa on 07775 853123 or www. tigertots.co.uk

ROYSTON WI (PM)

Last Sat monthly, Royston Museum. For young people ages 8 -16 yrs who want to explore the objects, buildings and history of the local area. Guided by expert local archaeologist Sylvia Beamon. Carol Kaszak, 01763 242587

Tues 10am-11-30am Royston Town Hall Carol Bradshaw, 01763 268678 2nd Wed mthly, 10am for coffee, 10.30am start, Market Hill Rooms. 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: Monica Gray 01763 245895 2nd Thurs monthly, 1.45 - 4pm at Heritage Hall, Royston Town Hall The Royston branch of this large organisation where you can meet new friends and enjoy social events. Helen Barrett 01763 849122

ROYSTON WILDLIFE GROUP

Monthly meetings in the Town Hall on Tues 7.30pm, with talks from leading experts in wildlife, ecology and conservation. Don Shewan 01763 244079.

ROYSTON WRITERS CIRCLE

3rd Thurs monthly, 8pm at Town Hall, Royston. Informal, friendly group writing for fun and pleasure. Julie Dore, 01954 719395 or roystonwriters@yahoo.co.uk https://sites.google.com/site/ roystonwriterscircle/

ROYSTON YOUNG VOICES

Tuesdays, 4pm @ Royston Methodist Church Hall Queens Road. Singing, dancing, acting and playing music for the 4 to 8 year olds. For more details contact Linda Bance 01763 246415 or visit http://www. playmusicplay.co.uk/

SANDON GARDENER’S CLUB

2nd Mon each month at 7.30 pm in Sandon Village Hall. Small friendly group of enthusiastic gardeners with talks, competitions, garden visits and an annual show. New members or visitors are always welcome. Mrs Jean Handley 01763 288360 email jeanbingham@btinternet.com

SAS SWIMMING

Swimming lessons from 4 yrs old at Linton & Fulbourn. Non-swimmers to advanced. After school & SAT’s. Progressive & fun lessons with experienced, friendly teachers. Lessons for Life! 01799 501293 mob:07947 730287 www.sas-swimming.co.uk

SMARTIES PRE-SCHOOL & OUT OF SCHOOL CLUB

Mon, Tues, Wed & Fri 9-12, for 2 - 3yrs.

Tues, Wed & Fri 9-1pm & Thurs 9-2pm, for rising 5’s A fun, safe environment for children with a fully qualified team. After School & Holiday Club) 3.10-6pm term time, 8.30am-5.30pm holiday time. Debbie, 07952 100208 or 01763 852888

SPORT ROYSTON

Meet 4 times a year at Heath Sports. A forum for all sports clubs in Royston and the surrounding area. Di Charles 01223 207213 or email di.charles2@btinternet.com

TIME TRACKERS

TINY TALK BABY SIGNING

Baby signing and toddler talking classes at Coombes Community Centre Mondays and Fridays from 10am to 12.15pm. Contact Natalie Hanlon natalieha@tinytalk.co.uk 07740 643690 or 01223 208144 www. tinytalk.co.uk

TODDER GROUP AT ROYSTON EVANGELICAL CHURCH

Fri 9.30-11am For any children below school age and their carers in the Church building.

TRIANGLE BADMINTON CLUB

Each Tues at Melbourn Village College 8- 10 pm in Sports Hall. Many social events throughout the year. Mervyn King 01763 241624; Brian Holson 01763 241195

UNDER FIVE’S STORY TIME

Fri.’s 2 – 2.30pm Royston Library UNIVERSITY OF THE THIRD AGE U3A More than 25 activity & learning groups.

Monthly meeting with guest speaker every third Wed monthly (except December) at 2.45pm, Melbourn Village College. Mr. Arthur Alderton 01763 260399

VEGETARIANS & VEGANS GROUP Social events, info stalls, campaign about animal welfare issues. nhertsveg@gmail. com, www.nhveg.org.uk, facebook group.

Royston local contact: Daisy Lachat 07503 554567.

WILLIAM LEE’S CHARITY

A local charity, offering aid to residents of the town in financial difficulty. The grant size depends on individual circumstances, but we give careful consideration to all applications.

Clerk to the Trustees 01763 241048

YOGA IN PREGNANCY

Classes for individuals and small groups.

Stretch, breathe and relax. Time to bond with your baby. Birth preparation is included.

Suitable from 14 weeks to birth. Call Penny Constantinou on 07944 416572 www. babymassageherts.co.uk

YOUTH CLUB

Mon and Wed, 7 - 10pm, Meridian Centre, Meridian School Fri’s, 7 - 10pm, Coombes Community Centre, Tues 4 - 6pm Lots of fun, just come along! Gary Leask - 0774 776 2829

STAGE RIGHT STUDIOS

Mon to Thurs 3.30 - 9pm. Sat’s 9am-3pm.

Fully equipped dance studios. Ballet, Tap, Modern, Jazz, Streetdance, Disco, Lyrical, Drama, Musical Theatre, Singing. Boys only classes. BTDA and ISTD grades & vocational exams. London College of Music awards. Kerry 01763 244866 or kerry.hay@ fsmail.net

STEPHANIE PRIOR SCHOOL OF DANCING

Various days & times. Classes for all ages.

Mini Movers (18 mths-3 years), Freestyle Disco, Street Dance & Hip Hop, Ballroom & Latin American, Rock & Roll, Lyrical, Ballet, Vocal Coaching, Musical Theatre. Tara 01763 878587 www.stephaniepriordance. co.uk

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SUNBEAMS BABY & TODDLERS

Every morning except Thurs, 9.30 - 11.30am at St Mary’s Church Hall, Melbourn Road.

A Baby and Toddler group for Mothers and Carers. Alison Hammond, 01763 249336

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After the crew of the Enterprise find an unstoppable force of terror from within their own organisation, Captain Kirk leads a manhunt to a war-zone world to capture a one man weapon of mass destruction.

Saturday 9th November Crime/Drama/Thriller

Runner Runner 15 7.30pm

Friday 15th November Comedy/Drama

Blue Jasmine 12A 7.30pm

When poor college student Richie Furst (Justin Timberlake) cracks an online poker game but goes bust, he arranges a face-to-face with the man he thinks cheated him, flying to Costa Rica to seek out Ivan Block (Ben Affleck), the kingpin of online gaming.

In what could be Woody Allen’s last film, he goes out with a bang.

A New York socialite, deeply troubled and in denial, arrives in San Francisco to impose upon her sister. She looks a million dollars , but isn’t bringing money, peace, or love.

Saturday 16th November Justin and The Knights of Valour Animated/Adventure/Family PG 3pm

A young boy becomes a man as he embarks on a quest to become a knight. With the voices of Antonio Banderas, James Cosmo, and Michael Culkin another great animated film.

Saturday 16th November Crime/Drama/Thriller

Prisoners 15 7.30pm

When Keller Dover’s daughter and her friend go missing, he takes matters into his own hands as the police pursue multiple leads. But just how far will this desperate father go to protect his family?

Friday 22nd November Comedy/Crime/Drama

Filth 18

Saturday 23rd November Comedy/Drama/Sci-Fi

About Time 12A 7.30pm

Friday 29th November Horror/Mystery/Thriller

The Wickerman 15 7.30pm

Saturday 30th November Biography/Drama

The Fifth Estate 15 7.30pm

7.30pm

Based on Irvine Welsh’s novel, the brilliant James McAvoy is this lead as Bruce Robertson a bipolar, bigoted junkie cop who manipulates and hallucinates his way through the festive season in a bid to secure promotion and win back his wife and daughter.

Having done so well when shown in October, here’s another chance to see Bill Nighy in the brilliant About Time Starring Edward Woodward, Britt Ekland and Christopher Lee and re-released for its 40th Anniversary, The Wickerman is a classic.

A police sergeant is sent to a Scottish island village in search of a missing girl whom the townsfolk claim never existed.

Benedict Cumberbatch in the lead role of this dramatic thriller based on WikiLeaks that reveals the quest to expose the deceptions and corruptions of power that turned into the 21st century’s most fiercely debated organisation.

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ROYSTON LEISURE CENTRE CHRISTMAS MARKET

On 1st December 2013 Royston Leisure Centre is hosting a Christmas Market to showcase some of the wonderful products and services available from local businesses. The centre will host 20 local companies, who will be selling their goods and services. During the day there will also be free swimming, children’s soft play and special exercise classes available, a small donation to charity will be suggested.

The event is designed to increase the amount of Christmas trade within the town and encourage people to try what Royston has to offer rather than automatically looking elsewhere. Children are welcome along to enjoy the market, try the soft play activities and meet Santa in his grotto.

The event will run from 1pm to 4pm with refreshments available.

There will also be the chance to meet the centre’s two children’s mascots, Lenny the Lion and Zayn the Duck.

‘Getting Stuck In’

by Elaine Baigent

Star Trek Into Darkness 12A 7.30pm

Sold in aid of

Friday 8th November Action/Adventure/Sci-Fi

7.30pm

Set against the sexy, glamorous golden age of Formula 1 racing in the 70s, the film is based on the true story of a great sporting rivalry between handsome English playboy James Hunt and his methodical, brilliant opponent, Austrian driver Niki Lauda.

www.elainebaigent.co.uk

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Saturday 2nd November Action/Biography/Drama

Nominated for the prestigious Palne D’or, this was Italy’s official submission for the Best Foreign Language Category at this years Oscars.

This is cinema of the highest order, imbued with elegance & style.

St. John the Baptist, Royston, Hertfordsh www.roystonparishchurch.org.uk

The Great Beauty –La Grande bellezza 15 7.30pm

Royston Means Business is really excited to announce that an ice rink has been organised for its Christmas Fayre on the weekend of 7th/8th December. Details of how to book tickets will be publicised in the next few weeks. It is hoped that the ice rink will be a popular attraction in the town and grow from a single weekend this year to a whole week next year.

On the 7th December the Christmas Fayre will bring the High Street alive with music, food and drink, gift stalls and our wonderful Santa’s grotto. At the end of the day the Christmas lights will be switched on by the Mayor.

We would like to thank Royston First, Redrow Homes, Curwens and Linda Turner Interiors for their financial support of this event. If you are interested in sponsoring the event or booking a stall, there are still opportunities to do so. Please email: roystonmeansbusiness@ gmail.com Mark the weekend in your diary – you really don’t want to miss this fantastic event.

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Friday 1st November Comedy/Drama

CHRISTMAS FAYRE

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Town Hall, Melbourn Street, Royston SG8 7DA Book online at www.roystonpicturepalace.org.uk, at the Royston Library during opening hours or at the Cinema on film nights. £6.50 Adult. £5.50 U16 and OAP. Doors open 45 minutes before performance time.

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COMMUNITY

Christmas Cards in aid of cHALLenge for Royston Parish Church go on sale from 1st November. Available from the church or the Stationery Cupboard. £5 for pack of 10.

ROYSTON’S OWN POSTAL SERVICE

Great value Christmas postal service within Royston - only 30p a stamp for hand delivery!

The 10th Royston Scout Group are once more offering their popular service to deliver Christmas cards within Royston. Stamps can be bought from Ladds on the High Street from Saturday 16th November, with other locations to follow. Cards can be posted until lunchtime on Monday 16th December, with delivery to take place

by Saturday 21st December.

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A Meridian Performing Arts Department production by arrangement with The Really Useful Group Ltd.

Meridian School, Garden Walk Meridian School, Garden Walk 22nd & 23rd, 7.30pm November 21st, November 21 , 22 & 23rd 2013 at 7.30pm Tickets: £10, £7.50 and £5, available from the Tickets: £10, £7.50 and £5, available from the school office (01763 242236) from 14/10/13 school office (01763 242236) from st

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Originally directed by Harold Prince. Orchestrations

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Originally directed by Harold Prince

Orchestrations by David Cullen & Andrew Lloyd Webber

Original production by Cameron Mackintosh Ltd and The Really Useful Group Ltd.

St Andrew’s Church, Wimpole

Firework Display

COMMUNITY

CHRISTMAS PANTOMIME “ALADDIN”

Following on from the success of their 2012 pantomime and the highly unique interactive murder mystery in May 2013, Melbourn Amateur Dramatics are proud to announce their 2013 Christmas pantomime, “Aladdin”.

This year’s family pantomime promises to be their biggest show yet with four performances over three days. The traditional story tells of forbidden love between Aladdin, the son of a washer woman, and the beautiful princess Blossom. With improved scenery, props and some amazing costumes, this really is a show not to be missed! Watch out for the evil Abanazer and the lovely (ahem ...) Widow Twankey. A show filled with songs, slapstick and more audience participation than ever before – Oh yes there is!

As with last year, tickets will be in great demand so book yours early to avoid dissappointment. Adults £7, children under 16 £5.

Performance dates: Pottery Painting Friday 29th November, 7.30pm Saturday 30th November, 2.00pm and Personalised Pottery 7.30pm Silver Charms Sunday 1st December, 2.00pm Decoupage (All performances at Meldreth Village Hall) Pre-Schoolers Craft Sessions To book tickets: Visit our new booking Mobile service system on our webpage at the Melbourn Village website at www.melbourn.

Venue for Parties and Classes org.uk/amateur-dramatics/contact-us/ www.something-to-treasure.com Or email: Melbournamateurdramatics@ facebook.com/omethingToTreasure hotmail.co.uk Call Karen on 07425 134363 Or call the box office on 0751 345 7845.

Unit 2b Hyde Hall Farm, Buntingford, SG9 0RU

Wimpole Hall Park Ample free parking Full range of refreshments

6.30pm Saturday 2nd November Entry: £5 11s and under: £3 Last entry 6.15pm

CHEESE & WINE TASTING EVENING

featuring Virgin Wines & Artisan Cheese Please join us for an evening of Cheese & Wine Tasting, where you will learn about the different types of cheese and wine on offer and be able to order them for delivery in time for Christmas.

Saturday 16 November 2013 7.00 pm for a 7.30 pm start

Coombes Community Centre Burns Road, Royston Tickets £8.00 per person to include a light supper available from: Home-Start Royston and South Cambridgeshire Unit 6 Valley Farm, Station Road, Meldreth, Royston Herts SG8 6JP

Telephone 01763 262262 Email admin@hsrsc.co.uk www.hsrsc.co.uk

Working with local families for over 30 years providing support when its needed most

Please arrive early

Fund-raiser for HOME-START ROYSTON & SOUTH CAMBRIDGESHIRE Charity No. 1105385

with John Hardwick

Royston Methodist Church 28th Oct – 1st Nov 9.45am – 12.30pm Admission free

To book or for more information contact Gill Grainger 01763 242682 or Richard Elcock 01763 208381

simon’s tiling services

Paul and Tina Davey, MsRCVS ,Veterinary Surgeons 7 Mortlock Street, Melbourn, Royston Herts SG8 6DB

We have a small car park behind the surgery, accessed via Mortlock Close.

Tel. 01763 262696

Our surgery times are by appointment Mon to Fri 9am - 11am and 4pm - 6pm daily Saturday mornings only 9am – 11am Full 24 hour emergency service provided

We look forward to meeting clients and their owners at our friendly, understanding surgery. Please call us for further information.

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the ad hoc cocktail club American Honey Sours A new cocktail, from our new list, set to come out in November... Enjoy!

DINNER MENU £19.95 On arrival enjoy a Glass of Prosecco with a dash of our Homemade Marshmallow Vodka

To Start

Duck and port pâté served with Melba toast Fried breaded Somerset brie with cranberry compote Carpaccio of smoked swordfish, smoked tuna and smoked salmon with lemon garlic butter Potted pheasant topped with redcurrants, served with fresh brown bread

Followed By...

Lamb Shank braised in a sticky winter berry red wine sauce with garlic and thyme roasted new potatoes Pumpkin, sage and ricotta pie topped with parmesan mash Pollock fillet with creamy Hollandaise and fried sweet potato batons Turkey and wild cranberry Roulade topped with apple cider gravy, served with Dauphinoise potato All dishes served with a selection of seasonal vegetables

Something sweet to finish...

Traditional Christmas pudding with warm brandy custard Pears and berries set in our homemade mulled wine and pear liqueur jelly Roasted spiced plum Frangipane on a biscuit base with Chantilly cream Mozart chocolate liqueur infused tiramisu with redcurrants

Then finally...

Illy Coffee – or Tea Pigs Organic Tea Served with Almond Thin Butter Biscuits Join us for our Secret New Year Bash.... ask for details

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50ml Wild Turkey American Honey Bourbon 2 wedges of lemon 2 wedges of lime teaspoon of honey 1. In a cocktail shaker add the lime, lemon and honey and muddle until you have a syrup mixture.

2. Add the Wild Turkey, then fill with ice 3. Shake the cocktail until the outside is frosted then strain over ice into a rocks glass.

4. Garnish with a wedge of lemon and lime and two straws.

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CHILLI CHICKEN STEW

This spicy chicken stew is perfect for feeding guests on Fireworks Night.

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Heat 1 tbsp of the oil in a large, deep flameproof casserole and fry the onion and garlic for 5 minutes until softened and golden. Add the chilli pepper (if using) and chicken pieces and cook over a medium heat, stirring all the time, until the chicken pieces are lightly browned all over, adding a little extra oil if needed.

Stir in the tomatoes, tomato puree, oregano and 200ml water and bring to the boil. Season well with salt and freshly ground black pepper then reduce the heat, partially cover and simmer for 40 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Add the kidney beans and diced peppers to the casserole and simmer, uncovered, for a further 20-25 mins until the peppers are tender and some of the liquid has reduced. Serve in mugs or bowls with chunks of warm crusty bread.

For a hot non-alcoholic punch to serve with the stew, pour a large carton of apple juice into a saucepan. Core and slice 2 small apples and add to the pan with one thinly sliced lemon and a couple of cinnamon sticks. Heat gently for about 10 minutes, then pour in 1 litre of ginger ale. Heat through for a further minute then serve in heatproof glasses or tumblers.

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REFURBISHED RESTAURANT NOW OPEN

UNDERSTANDING OUR PAST: EXHIBITION

Over the summer, the Meldreth History Society dug 32 test pits.

This exhibition - Exploring the Hidden History of Meldreth - is a chance to view the finds and learn more about their significance and also to view a film of the project. Dr Carenza Lewis will be giving a talk at 3pm. Meldreth Village Hall, Sunday 24th November from 11am until 5pm. www.meldrethhistory.org.uk.

SIMPLY CHEESECAKE

New Business Launch

The Restaurant and Kitchen at Royston’s Conservative Club has earned the coveted “5 Star” rating from the Food Standards Agency agency, placing it amongst the top of Royston’s” places to dine”.

The franchised establishment is operated by Ms. Dee Ireland and Ms.Nicola Kiddie as a part of their “Truly Scrumptious” business, and has been providing the club’s members with fine dining, bar meals, a variety of “Specials Evenings” and catered events since October of last year.

The newly refurbished, air conditioned restaurant is ideal for smaller groups, but if you are considering a larger function, the fully licensed DW Room is available for hire. (Free to members; £50 to non-members, subject to terms and conditions). This venue will accommodate 50 comfortably in a formal setting, including a dance floor, or 70 to 80 in a more relaxed buffet style event. It is an ideal setting for all types of events; from Birthdays and Anniversaries to Christenings, or just general “Get-togethers”.

Please feel welcomed to visit the club and view these venues.

For further details please contact the Secretary, Wilf Leadbeater on 01763 246427 or email: enquires @roystonconclub.org. And of course Nicki and Dee will be more than happy to discuss your catering needs, regardless of type or size. They may be contacted on either 07568 181631 (Nicki) or 07840 141004 (Dee) For membership details or further information please visit www. roystonconclub.org

One year ago this month, a new concept was launched in Royston. Simply Cheesecake strove to stand apart from the other cakey businesses out there, offering a unique service in dessert provision. Our concept? Bespoke, freshly handmade, hand delivered, high quality cheesecakes made with love, dedication and commitment to creating a dessert which appeals to all palettes.

We pride ourselves on making any flavour or combination desired, hence a creation of a peanut butter, chocolate and banana cheesecake. Whilst this may not be to everyone’s taste (certainly not mine!) we like to think we have risen to every challenge thrown our way, most recently in the creation of a Black Forest Gateaux cheesecake and a Jamaican Ginger cheesecake.

We offer cheesecakes in a range of sizes – our ‘standard’ range from 8 to 16 slice, our ‘function/ wedding’ range which go from 24 to 32 deep slices, our bite-size tray bakes (as served in Glazed Creations) and our 3-portion ‘quarters’.

Christmas is coming up and we have started taking orders for our seasonal Santa special – a white chocolate cheesecake with strawberry creamy Santas on top (pictured).

Our most popular flavours are the Chocolate Orange, Strawberry and White Chocolate, Cookies and Cream and Tiramisu, but you are only limited by your imagination. We are also able to make some dietary specific alternative versions, such as lactose free.

Please check out our website www.simply-cheesecake.co.uk or facebook page facebook.com/cheesecakesim for further information.

Order turkey for your table ...

...and Hampers for your friends

Find gifts for all your family...

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A10 Melbourn By-Pass, Melbourn, Royston, Herts SG8 6DF Tel: 01763 260418 www.burylanefarmshop.co.uk Open: Monday - Saturday 9am - 6pm, late nights Thursday till 8pm Sunday 10.30am - 4.30pm Christmas Eve 8am - 4pm Look out for our in-store Tastings and Santa Teas throughout December

Fresh Fruit and Veg • Delicatessen • Butchers • Fishmongers • Café • Giftware • Garden Centre • Fun Barn www.thelisting.info • 01763 248447 • 14

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Local Markets in November Herts Country Market Wednesdays and Saturdays From 8am Corn Exchange, Royston Outdoor Market Every Wednesday and Saturday, 8am - 2pm Market Hill, Royston Greenhouse Markets Thursdays - Fashion & Pamper Market 10am - 4pm Fridays -Arts & Crafts Market 10am3.30pm Sundays - Flea Market, 10.30am - 2.30pm Town Centre, Letchworth

9am - 12noon Linton Village College

Orwell Pannier Market 1st Saturday monthly Sat 2nd November 10-12noon Orwell Village Hall

Croydon Village Market

Linton Farmers & Crafts Market 1st Saturday monthly Sat 2nd November

Fowlmere Farmers’ Market 2nd Saturday monthly Sat 9th November 9am - 12noon Village Hall Farmers’ Market Wimpole 2nd Saturday monthly Sat 9th November from 10am - 4pm Wimpole Hall Sandon Farmers’ Market

3rd Saturday monthly Sat 23rd November 9.30am - 12noon Village Hall

Last Sunday monthly Sun 24th November 10.30am - 1pm Village Hall

Shepreth Village Hall Market Last Saturday monthly Sat 30th November 10am - 12.30pm Village Hall

WI AM

At the October meeting of the Royston WI AM the members enjoyed an illustrated talk

by Richard Revels about Britain’s Wonderful Wildlife. The photographs he showed were stunning and had obviously taken him many hours of patience searching and waiting to capture the elusive wildlife so superbly.

At our next month’s meeting we welcome Linda Scholes who will be giving a talk titled ‘God Rest You Merry’.

Due to refurbishment of the Market Hall Rooms the November meeting of the W.I. AM. will take place on the 2nd Wednesday of the month at The Hardwicke Hall (Upper floor) of Royston Town Hall.

Coffee/tea is served from 10.00 am with the speaker following. Visitors are always welcome, call Irene on 01763 249455 for information.

A growing independent, family-run business specialising in bespoke, homemade cheesecakes with a huge variety of flavours!

Chocolate Orange • Chilli Chocolate • Matchmakers • Malteasers • Strawberry • Cherry • Raspberry • Kiwi • Lemon • Blueberry • Baileys • Praline • Cookies & Cream • Mint Chocolate • Maple Pecan • To name but a few....

Free Delivery in the SG8 area Deliver chilled or frozen - can store in freezer for months Competitively priced

07875 498033 liz@simply-cheesecake.co.uk

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EATS & DRINKS

AUTUMN FAYRE

Let’s celebrate Autumn – now is your chance given the abundance of nature’s warehouse with the harvest all gathered in. Recapture the benefits of choosing produce which is now in season, plentiful and reasonably priced over these next few months. Have a look at Game and if it is new to you as a meat, ask our butchers for suggestions on how to cook it. Combine it in a meal with delicious root crops such as parsnip and sweet potato and fruit. What better combination than simply roasted pheasant and a few free range pork chipolata sausages and a pot full of roasted vegetables and finished with a delicious fruit jelly? Yummy.

All this of course is a precursor to choosing food for celebrating Christmas. Let Knibbs Meat Safe help you by offering you an Order Service - it is so much easier to start now than having to worry in the week leading up to 25th December when frankly you are probably wishing the New Year has been and gone! Once again we are offering you the chance to win your Christmas Turkey – do call in and ask for details.

Don’t forget not only can Knibbs Meat Safe see to it there is a turkey (or rib of beef, pork or pheasant, venison) with your name on it, but we can also ensure there is a delicious cheese order and other deli products awaiting your collection too.

Knibbs Meat Safe, Church Lane, Royston 01763 246316

Country food at its best ...

Traditional butchers offering great quality free range and local meat, poultry and game, at great value, every day, together with a large range of artisan cheeses, and delicatessen products. And, our renowned home made pies and handmade sausages including the original Royston Banger.

Order Now for Christmas

Pop in store for your chance to WIN your Christmas Turkey!

Product of the Month enjoy seasonal game, such as roasted pheasant, this autumn

Free* delivery service in Royston and local villages *Subject to minimum order and within a 10 mile radius of the shop.

Our opening hours are: Tuesday to Thursday 8am to 5pm, Friday 8am to 6pm Saturday 8am to 4pm. Sunday and Monday closed

10 Church Lane, Royston, Herts. SG8 9LG Tel: 01763 246316 15 • www.thelisting.info • 01763 248447

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BOOK TODAY!

Limited December Dates Available

Christmas Menu Glass of sparkling ‘Festive Fizz’ on arrival

Primi

Confit Duck and Orange Rillette with Cranberry Chutney Smoked Salmon Tortellini with Prosecco and Lemon Curried Parsnip Soup with Parmesan Croutons Roasted Chestnuts and Leek Tapenade Bruschetta with Mixed Leaves and a Truffle Oil Drizzle

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Roast Norfolk Turkey Breast, Pigs in Blankets, Chestnut Stuffing and Cranberry Sauce Baked Lemon Sole with Courgette and Cromer Crab Pork Belly Wellington in Filo Pastry Hand Rolled Gnocchi with Pumpkin and Parmesan

Dolce

Christmas Trio, Choc and Orange Posset, Profiterole Bianco, Festive Macaroon Traditional Christmas Pudding with Brandy Cream Tiramisu with Brandy infused Cherries Chocolate and Amaretto Torte (Gluten Free) £24.95 for 3 courses £19.95 lunch bookings Join us before the 12th Dec and enjoy 3 courses for £19.95 Book your table today

T 01763 226225 E info@eatdrinkpalazzo.co.uk 41 Kneesworth Street, Royston, Hertfordshire SG8 5AB

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COMMUNITY

What’s on Give Blood

The Town Hall, Royston, Thurs 28th Nov, 1 – 3.15pm & 4.30 – 7pm

BIG TOP Holiday Club

Monday 28th October to Friday 1st November, From 9.45am to 12.30pm each day.

With Charlie the Monkey and Yo-Yo the Clown, games and craft, songs and stories. For all children aged 4 – 11, admission free.

Contact Gill Grainger on 01763 242682 or Richard Elcock on 01763 208381.

Royston Methodist Church, Queen’s Road

Light Party

Thurs 31st Oct, 5.30 - 7pm A chance for primary aged children and their families to enjoy games, crafts, face painting, disco, hotdogs and lots of treats Provided by Royston and District Churches Together Coombes Community Centre, Burns Road, Royston Contact: lightparty@ct-royston.org.uk

Big Draw Private View

Fri 1st Nov, 1.30 - 3.30pm Big Draw artwork on display and discover who the winners are Hertford Theatre, SG14 1PS

cHALLenge Fund

Fri 1st Nov, 7.30pm & Sat 2nd Nov, 10am Traidcraft Big Stall and launch of 2013 cHALLenge Christmas Cards St John’s Church, Royston

Meditation Event

Sat 2nd Nov, 5 - 7pm Reiki Master Joy Magezis will introduce her practice on mindfulness, meditation and art before hosting a guided group meditation session No previous experience of meditation needed Wysing Arts Centre, Fox Road, Bourn, Cambridge, CB23 2TX Contact: 01954 718881, www.wysingartscentre.org

Firework Display

Sat 2nd Nov, 6pm BBQ & Refreshments, Glow in the dark novelties, Family viewing room for babies and small children Tickets on the gate Icknield Walk School, Poplar Drive, Royston

Firework Display

Sat 2nd Nov, 6.30pm, arrive early Annual popular display. Ample free parking, admission charges apply.

Wimpole Hall Park

Bonfire Night

Sat 2nd Nov, 6.30pm start Refreshments available include Hot Dogs from Crumps butchers of Ashwell, licensed bar (mulled wine, beer, soft drinks), cakes and treats Hinxworth Recreation Ground Tickets: 01462 742297

Antiques & Vintage Fair

Sun 3rd Nov, 10am - 4pm Homemade cakes & refreshments Barkway Village Hall, SG8 8BS Contact: 01763289748, info@ flapperfortunes.co.uk

Magic – A Kind of Queen

Sun 3rd Nov, 7.45pm Gordon Craig Theatre, Stevenage

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Box office: www.gordon-craig.co.uk, 01438 363200

Baby Massage

Tues 5th Nov Learn how to massage your baby Royston Complementary Health Centre Contact: 01763 247440, enquiries@ rchc.co.uk

Marketing Planning Workshop

Wed 6th Nov, 6 – 8pm Marketing plan for more profitable sales The Meeting Room, 42 Upper King Street, Royston Contact: Janet@thetrainingmanager. com, 01763 245455

Dance Workshop

Fri 8th Nov, 11.30am - 2pm A dance workshop for parents and toddlers Run by DanceDigital and bring the museum to life in a new way Royston and District Museum, Lower King Street, Royston Contact: 01763 242587, curator@ roystonmusuem.org.uk

Christmas Fayre

Sat 9th Nov, 11am – 3pm Lots of interesting stalls, raffle and refreshments Melbourn Village College, The Moor, Melbourn Contact: 01763 223400, a.friday@ mvc.org.uk

Messy Church Lite

Early Bird Christmas Shopping

Tannery Drift Open Morning

Melbourn Fireworks Display

Thurs 7th Nov, 9.30 - 11am Coffee, snacks and playtime St John the Baptist Church, Royston Contact: cmaybury@ntlworld.com Thurs 7th Nov, 9.30 – 11am Come and see the school at work, everyone welcome Contact: 01763 235100

Revenue- Earning Schemes Through the Centuries Thurs 7th Nov, 8pm Illustrated talk by Sarah E Doig Royston & District Local History Society Royston Town Hall Contact: 01763 242677

Ladybird Playgroup Christmas Fayre

Fri 8th Nov, 2.30 – 4.30pm There will be many stalls selling christmas gifts and a tombola for the children Thriplow School

Royston Folk Club

Fri 8th Nov, 7.30pm Royston Folk Club Open Mic night Featuring the Sheri Kershaw Band, and Cambridge band Unity as well as solo artists The Old Bull Inn, Royston Contact/tickets: 01763 249296, www. roystonfolk.org

Farming and Wildlife

Fri 8th Nov, 7.30 - 9pm An illustrated talk by Nicholas Watts MBE, his talk describes why our farmland birds are in decline and what can be done about it Contact: 01487 710420, www. wildlifebcn.org/events

Royston Lions Quiz Night

Fri 8th Nov, 8pm With bar and raffle, Teams of up to 8 Guide Hut, Garden Walk Contact: 01763 231492

60s and 70s Disco

Fri 8th Nov, 8pm In aid of Cancer Research UK Royston Town Football Club Contact: 07719 132793

The Book Sale in Reed

Fri 8th & Sat 9th Nov, 9am - 5pm Come and browse the books; new and not so new, fiction and nonfiction, paperbacks and hardbacks; an opportunity to add to your book collection, or to buy a present or two St Mary’s Church, Reed

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Sat 9th Nov, 2 – 5pm Local stall holders, hand-crafted items and excellent gift ideas Hardwicke Arms, Arrington Sat 9th Nov, starts 7pm Melbourn Primary School PTFA display Glow Sticks, BBQ, refreshments Tickets from Melbourn Co-op

London Welsh Rugby Club Choir Concert Sat 9th Nov, 7.30pm St Mary’s Church, Guilden Morden Contact: stmaryscrf@gmail.com

Barn Dance

Sat 9th Nov, 8pm With Tam Lin Tickets include ploughman’s supper Greneway School, Royston Contact: 07711 613692

Charity Lunch

Sun 10th Nov To raise money for Orchid, the Male Cancer Charity The lunch has been planned and organised by our Head Chef, Matt Janusz, who successfully overcame cancer last year South Farm, Shingay-cum-Wendy, Cambridgeshire Contact: 01223 207581

Remembrance Parade and Service

Sun 10th Nov, service at 10.45am Parade sets off Queens Road, Royston 10.25am, arriving Melbourn Street Memorial at 10.40am.

Melbourn Street, Royston

Remembrance Sunday

Sun 10th Nov, 10.45am Special Remembrance Sunday morning service Evangelical Church, York Way Details: www. roystonevangelicalchurch.com

Bassingbourn URC Remembrance Sun 10th Nov, 3pm URC Chapel, South End, Bassingbourn

We Will Remember Them

Sun 10th Nov, 7.30pm A choir of 150 singers including Bishop’s Stortford Choral Societyand an orchestra of 60 will perform for an evening remembrance Wodson Park Sports & Leisure Centre

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Life Coaching & NLP Workshops

Tues, 12th & 26th Nov, 10 – 11.30am Two part course, Learn great life skills and get things done Amber Health, Ashwell Contact: Silke 07837 810268, silke@ silkeendacottcoaching.co.uk

St Mary’s School Open Morning

Tues 12th Nov, 10am – 12 noon The school will be open to current & prospective parents St Mary’s Primary School, Melbourn Road, Royston, Herts, SG8 7DB Contact: 01763 242875

Selling, The Essential Skill

Tues 12th Nov, 6 – 8pm Everyone sells so this is an important workshop in any situation The Meeting Room, 42 Upper King Street, Royston Contact: Janet@thetrainingmanager. com, 01763 245455

Reed Gardening Club Wed 13th Nov Madingley Hall, Village Hall

Walk at Holme Fen

Wed 13th Nov, 10am – 1pm 4 mile walk round the beautiful nature reserve Contact: 07983 850886, www. wildlifebcn.org/events

An Olympic Volunteer

Thurs 14th Nov, 8pm With Alison Bass, Gamesmaker Everyone welcome Royston Methodist Church, Queen’s Road

Free Mouth Cancer Screening Fri 15th Nov “If in doubt check it out”. Call to book your free 5 minute screening.

Royston Dental Suite, High Street, Royston. 01763 244805

Fenland: That Sinking Feeling

Fri 15th Nov, 7.45 – 9.30pm Talk by coastal ecological consultant Pat Doody, Vernon Cross Room Ely Museum Market Street, Ely Contact: 01353 661339, www. wildlifebcn.org/events

Jumble Sale

Sat 16th Nov, 9.30 - 11.30am In aid of Fowlmere Village Hall Fowlmere Village Hall

Hedgerows and Hedge Laying

Sat 16th Nov, 10am – 5pm & Sun 17th Nov, 10am – 3pm Join CambridgePPF’s rangers for this highly recommended two-day course combining presentations on hedgerow history and management, followed by practical hedge laying to restore a hedge the traditional way Wandlebury Country Park, CB22 3AE Contact: 01223 243830

Model Railway Exhibition

Sat 16th Nov, 10.30am Royston and District Model Railway Club Bassingbourn Village College, South End, Bassingbourn, SG8 5NJ

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Christmas Gift and Craft Market Sat 16th Nov, 11am - 3pm Shepreth Village Hall

Cheese & Wine Tasting Evening

Sat 16th Nov, 7pm Fund-raising in aid of Home Start Coombes Community Centre, Burns Road, Royston Contact: 01763 262262

Autumn Quiz Night

Sat 16th Nov, 7.30pm Fish or chicken and chips Bar and raffle Reed Village Hall Bookings: 01763 848481

Greneway Christmas Market

Sun 17th Nov, 11am-3pm Jewellery, toys, books, handbags, pickles and jams, many lovely gifts, sweets and chocolate, luxury raffle, children’s activities, cut price Christmas gift wrap, your first chance to buy CADS panto tickets.

Hot drinks, bacon rolls, cakes and entertainment provided by the school’s fabulous choir.

The Greneway Middle School, Garden Walk, Royston SG8 7JF

Messy Church

Sun 17th Nov, 2 – 3pm This is aimed at children aged up to 11 years old and their parents/carers It’ll be made up of craft activities, some kids songs and a short Bible talk for the children Royston Evangelical Church, Old North Road

Social Media Workshop

Tues 19th Nov, 6 – 8pm How effective Social Media helps your business to grow The Meeting Room, 42 Upper King Street, Royston Contact: Janet@thetrainingmanager. com, 01763 245455

Time Bank Cafe

Wed 20th Nov, 1.30pm The Time Bank Café is a great way to get to know people in the community and share your knowledge and abilities Coombes Community Centre Contact: 01462 689405

Messy Church

Thurs 21st Nov, 9.30 - 11am Coffee, snacks, craft, story & song St John the Baptist Church, Royston Contact: cmaybury@ntlworld.com

Pampered Chef Coffee Morning

Thurs 21st of Nov, 10.30am start Christmas Cooking Demo Products available to order, raffle, all welcome All proceeds to Barkway school Barkway Village Hall Contact: 01763 849900

Phantom of the Opera

21st, 22nd & 23rd Nov, 7.30pm School production Meridian School, Garden Walk Tickets: available from the school office, 01763 242236

Tea Room

Fri 22nd Nov, 12.30 - 4pm Home made Soup at lunch time, Tea coffee and cakes served all afternoon All donations will be given to Bassingbourn URC Fabric Fund Bassingbourn URC, South End, Bassingbourn

Barrington Craft Fair Sat 23rd Nov Barrington Village Hall

Family Friendly Event

Bassingbourn Book Café’s Tenth Anniversary Sat 23rd Nov, 10am - 1pm Cutting the cake at noon by special guest Jude Simpson, children’s activities, free refreshments Discover Bassingbourn’s favourite 10 books The Limes High Street, Bassingbourn

Mission Hospital in India

‘Transports of Delight’

Tannery Drift Christmas Fayre

A Small World

Thurs 28th Nov, 8pm With Revd Joy and Dr Geoff Levine Everyone welcome Royston Methodist Church, Queen’s Rd Fri 29th Nov, 3.30 - 5pm Tannery Drift School

Barley Christmas Market

Robert Hunter - Co-founder of the National Trust

Evening of Music

Royston Folk Club

Sat 23rd Nov, 11am - 4pm Craft stalls, charity stalls, other interesting stalls ,raffle, tombola and refreshments The Town House, Church end, Barley Contact: 01763 848705 Sat 23rd Nov, 7.30pm Featuring the Montagnana Ensemble, Professional musicians playing Schubert’s Trout Quintet & soprano Irene Cooper singing Schubert’s Trout St Mary’s Church, Ashwell SG7 5QQ

Antique & Collectors Fair Sat 23rd & Sun 24th Nov Including Postcards & Militaria Wood Green Animal Shelter, Godmanchester

Exploring the Hidden History of Meldreth

Sun 24th Nov, 11am - 5pm View the finds from this summer’s 32 test pits and learn more about their significance. View a film of the project. Dr Carenza Lewis will be giving a talk. Free entry.

Refreshments available. For more details call 01763 268428 or visit www.meldrethhistory.org.uk.

Come Dancing at Spirella

Sun 24th Nov, 7.30 – 10.30pm A warm welcome awaits all Ballroom, Latin and Popular Sequence dancers at the Sunday Dance Club Spirella Ballroom, Bridge Road, Letchworth SG6 4ET Contact: 01234 300179

Body Language Workshop

Tues 26th Nov, 6 – 8pm Gain greater confidence in everything you do; read gestures and expressions accurately The Meeting Room, 42 Upper King Street, Royston Contact: Janet@thetrainingmanager. com, 01763 245455

Royston Wildlife Group

Tues 26th Nov, 7.30pm Adventures of a Wildlife Photographer Photographer Luke Massey will show us some of the wildlife sights he has observed close to home and on his worldwide travels Royston Town Hall Contact: 01763 244079

Greenfingers Garden Club

Wed 27th Nov, 7.30pm There will be a talk on House Plants

by Peter Jackson of Scotsdale Garden Centre Coombes community Centre, Royston

Young Curators running ‘Take Over Day’

Thurs 28th Nov This is their chance to run the museum for the day and not only welcome our normal visitors but run an event of their choice Come along and support the Young Curators and see what exciting things they will be doing Royston and District Museum, Lower King Street, Royston

Christmas Swag Making Workshops

Thurs 28th Nov, 11am – 2pm, 7 – 10pm Foxton Village Hall Contact: 01763 262262

COMMUNITY

Fri 29th Nov, 7.20pm Royston & Saffron Walden NT Assn, Speaker Ben Cowell, Regional Director of the National Trust 1 Myddylton Place, Saffron Walden Contact: 01799 513120

Fri 29th Nov, 7.30pm Royston Folk Club Open Mic night Winter Wilson, known for beautiful songs, beautifully sung, stunning harmonies, thought-provoking and often challenging lyrics, held together with a weird, off-the-wall humour all of their own The Old Bull Inn, Royston Contact/tickets: 01763 249296, www.roystonfolk.org

Cambridge Motel

Sat 30th Nov 60’s Legend’s The Fortunes supported by The 6Ts Tickets: 07986 171487 The Cambridge Motel, Shepreth

Festivaljazz

Sat 30th Nov, 9.30 -11pm Popular local jazz quintet perform bebop, swing and blues Public Bar, The Old Bull Inn, High St. Royston SG8 9AW Contact: 07773 595279

Conservation Day

Sat 30th Nov, 11am – 3pm Experience the wilder side of life and give nature a helping hand with CambridgePPF’s conservation day, Help the Rangers carry out practical conservation work and learn more about vegetation management ahead of spring Contact: 01223 243830 Coton Countryside Reserve, CB23 7PZ

Pembroke Farmhouse

Sat 30th Nov, 12noon - 5pm Free cup of Gluwein in the Tea and Gift Shop Pembroke Farmhouse Gardens, Slip End, Near Ashwell Contact: 01462 743100, pembroke. farm.garden@gmail.com

Christmas Market

Sat 30th Nov, 1 – 3.30pm Local craft maker stalls, including jewellery, Christmas decorations, stained glass, gifts and much more Raffle with hamper prizes, jar tombola, secrets room, refreshments and of course a special visitor...

Meldreth Primary School

Christmas Shopping Evening

Wed 4th Dec, 7 – 10.30pm Huge range of gifts at great prices, Glass of wine& special offers So Gifted Ltd, Unit 4A Highfields Business Park, Old North Road, Kneesworth, SG8 5JT

Throughout the month Oliver

Thurs 7th – Sat 9th Nov, 7.30pm, Sat mat 2.30pm Gordon Craig Theatre, Stevenage Box office: www.gordon-craig.co.uk, 01438 363200

HypnoBirthing

Starts 8th Nov 4 week course. Royston Complementary Health Centre Contact: 01763 247440, enquiries@ rchc.co.uk

Until Sat 9th Nov A photographic exhibition by Sue and Terry Hartga Royston and District Museum Until Sat 9th Nov Schools exhibition in conjunction with the Royston Arts Festival The museum’s Young Curators Group will have curated and launched this exhibition Royston and District Museum, Lower King Street, Royston Contact: 01763 242587, curator@ roystonmuseum.org.uk

Christmas Open Studio

Sat 30th Nov , Sun 1st, Sat 7th & Sun 8th Dec, 10am to 4pm

By Anna Pye Original hand pulled prints, hand printed textiles, handmade books, notebooks, cards The Walnut House, 3 Station Road, Steeple Morden , SG8 0NN Contact: 01763852110, www.annapye. com

Cinderella

Sat 30 Nov – Sun 26 January Gordon Craig Theatre, Stevenage Box office: www.gordon-craig.co.uk, 01438 363200

Christmas Pantomime

Fri 29th Nov, 7.30pm Sat 30th Nov, 2 pm & 7.30pm Sun 1st Dec, 2pm Melbourn Amateur Dramatics perform Aladdin Box office: www.melbourn.org.uk/ amateur-dramatics/contact-us/

Pilates Classes

Weds, 2pm, 5pm & 6pm Royston Complementary Health Centre Bookings/Contact: 01763 247440

Open Doors Youth Club

Each Mon, 6.30 - 8pm For school years 5 – 8 Contact: 01763 271054, opendoors@ hotmail.co.uk Royston Methodist Church, Queen’s Road

Pilates classes

Mon & Wed Limited spaces available Royston Complementary Health Centre Contact: 01763 247440

Reiki I & Reiki II Workshops

Contact: 01763 247440 Royston Complementary Health Centre

Melbourn and District Photographic Club

Tues, 7.30pm Local photographers are welcome to join this friendly club meeting Foxton Village Hall

Exhibition

Sun 17th Nov - Dec X Marks the Bökship relocates to Wysing Arts Centre for a six week exhibition that includes specially commissioned artist-made bookshelves, publishing space and an ongoing series of events including book clubs Wysing Arts Centre, Fox Road, Bourn, Cambridge, CB23 2TX Contact: 01954 718881, www. wysingartscentre.org

Textile Exhibition by MESCH

Sat 16th Nov - Sat 18th Jan An exhibition by a group of 5 local textile and mixed media artists and includes various works including some inspired by Royston Cave Royston and District Museum, Lower King Street, Royston

Photography Exhibition

Mon – Sat, 9am – 5pm By local photographer Clive Porter Hoggs Coffee House, Corn Exchange, Royston. Contact: 01763 243568

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Local photographer, Clive Porter is currently displaying an exciting range of his work at Hogg’s Coffee House, located in the Corn Exchange, Market Hill, Royston.

Clive, who is a member of both the Royston, and Melbourn Photographic Clubs, has been involved in photography since he was 14, when GEESE AT FOWLMERE

BY CLIVE PORTER he was presented with a Kodak Box camera.

He submitted his first photograph to a local newspaper in his home town of Colchester, just four years later. He still does work for the local press.

Together, with his partner, Janet, he successfully operated a photography and publishing business in Cambridge, becoming the largest independent producer of postcards, and souvenirs in East Anglia for a number of years,producing items for Sandringham House, Kings College Chapel, and numerous other well known tourist locations before opening a small chain of retail outlets. The couple also produced their own range of greeting cards.

Whilst HRH the Duke of Edinburgh was at Papworth Hospital over the Christmas of 2011, Clive presented him with one of his most famous pieces of work, being the image of the Indian Eagle Owl. The selection of photographs on display are evocative of Clive’s love for the English Countryside, flora and fauna, and his passion for steam engines, all of which are for sale, either as beautiful framed photographic images, or in just a quality mount, making them ideal beautiful Christmas Gifts.

As Clive is famed for his photographic work, so the well established Hoggs Coffee House is well patronised for its quality range of distinctive teas, coffees, home produced cakes, and hot food.

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We are now into the Autumn and dark evenings and our talks and demonstrations provide an interesting and varied programme over the winter season.

October started with our social and at our next meeting Celia Gwynn visited the club to tell us about her passion for spinning. She demonstrated her spinning wheel and had brought along a selection of finished and dyed wools ready for knitting and a variety of products made from lanolin.

Maggie Radcliffe has visited our club several times and returned to give us a slide show on “The 60’s”, a reminiscent evening looking back at life when we were teenagers and 20 year olds! At the last meeting of the month Len Little spoke on “What Do You Know about Drugs”, a fascinating and enlightening look at illegal drugs.

During November we hear about care homes from Colin Evans and on another evening Sarah Boylan will be giving a demonstration of Jamie Oliver’s cookware. At the end of the month we will be enjoying our Christmas social with cheese and wine and the grand draw for our Christmas hampers. Funds raised from the sale of tickets for the hampers go towards our charity for the year, The Pituitary Trust.

New members are always welcome. Why not join one of our meetings held in the Town Hall on Monday evenings which start at 8pm. Speaker meetings end at 10pm and Social Evenings at 9.30pm. For further details about Roysia Women’s Club please contact Wendy Pearce 01763 231381 or Mavis Ingle 01763 222524 or email roysia10@yahoo.co.uk.

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At our October meeting Interior Designer Linda Turner gave an interesting talk on her Journey,(as she called it) She left school at 16 and always liked to make her own clothes. She even made her Wedding Dress. She joined a firm and learned the business from top to bottom, leaving after 4 years to start out on her own. She made all the curtains for her first house and in 1981 formed her curtain business. She runs this from a workshop with an office above in the grounds of her house.Her clients come mainly from referrals and recommendations but she also has a van with her details on the side.

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Our October meeting was a “ Members’ Evening”, when the normal practice of a speaker was replaced by members providing their own contributions, such as reading, quizzes and games. A particularly interesting item was presented by Terry Ketteringham who had discovered an old Committee Minute book of the Royston WI, dated 1921. The Chairman at the time was Lady Newman from the Burloes Estate and the records give a fascinating insight into social affairs of the time. The usual activities of jam and cake-making were mentioned, together with a demonstration on how to make a footstool out of tin cans – the ultimate in recycling!

The Townswomen’s Annual Rose Bowl competition then took place. Members submitted items of Arts and crafts for judging. First Prize was presented to Marjorie Parsons for a beautiful embroidered cushion, second prize to Margaret Lincoln for a delicate watercolour of roses. As usual, Members’ Evening proved to be an interesting and fun occasion.

Royston Townswomen’s Guild meet on the first Friday of each month and if you would like to know more about our friendly welcoming group do please contact our Chairman, Elizabeth Hollamby on 01763 246347.

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Expand your network, exchange skills, share experiences, find opportunities, make contacts and get support to help in your return to work, is the message from the new Royston Job Club.

The Job Club takes place on the last Wednesday of each month from 1 to 4pm in the Royston Library. There will be a Jobcentreplus adviser and a National Careers Service adviser attending each session to assist jobseekers in their jobsearching and have their CVs reviewed.

The advisers will help with jobsearching issues, such as interview techniques and if necessary arrange additional appointments in the Jobcentreplus with their advisers to assist further.

Work Clubs are a national initiative introduced to help unemployed customers into work before they become eligible for the Work Programme by developing a network of local venues where unemployed people can meet, share contacts and ideas and support each other through the job seeking process.

Advisers aim to help find possible work experience placements to further assist in finding paid employment.

Come along to the Job Club and discuss your employment needs.

We look forward to seeing you there!

LEARN BRIDGE WITH ROYSTON BRIDGE CLUB

Royston Bridge Club are embarking on a new venture for anyone interested in playing the enthralling game of Contract Bridge, a card game based on whist, but with much more interest and challenges to it. As one attains better techniques and skill levels the game gets more exciting. Bridge is more than just a game, it is also a social event offering a widening circle of friendships. The game is a good way to keep your mind active and improve memory and analytical techniques.

We are introducing Bridge courses for complete beginners and for those who can play but need refreshing into the modern techniques and conventions. The course objective is for trainees to reach a standard of play so they feel comfortable within a club environment, and thus continue to enjoy the game and learn further techniques. The courses are also suitable if you just want to play socially with friends. All ages are welcome.

The course is on Tuesday evenings, 7.30 – 10pm on 22nd October 2013, in Litlington, Cambs, with a professional tutor. You will still be welcome, even if you have missed early lessons.

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REED FIRST SCHOOL CELEBRATES ITS 100TH BIRTHDAY! Pupils and staff celebrated Reed First School’s 100th birthday this week with a day dressed as former pupils would have been when the school officially opened on 13 October 1913. Hitchin Museum also visited the school and the children had the opportunity to take part in school lessons as they would have been taught 100 years ago.

Reed School first opened its doors after the fields had been harvested and welcomed 37 pupils, aged up to 14, from the village and the surrounding area – many of them had previously had to walk across the fields to Barkway. There were originally two classrooms, divided by a partition, and these are still in use today as the school hall.

The school currently has 41 children on roll and is still using the original admissions book which has had 1092 names added over the years. These include several generations of the original families and two children currently in the school are the third and fourth generation of their respective families to attend the school. A tea party was held last week for local residents and current parents to celebrate the 100th birthday. Among those welcomed back was a lady of 92 who still lives in the village where she started school in January 1926 when she was 5 years old.

Children have created clay plaques which will be displayed in the school foyer to commemorate the 100th anniversary and have taken part in a centenary games event. They also held their own special birthday party and tucked into a cake made by Mrs Neale, Secretary, which was shaped like an owl, the school’s emblem.

Headteacher, Mrs Jackie Harvey said: “I have discovered so much about the school’s history, which has been both fascinating and often touching. The school log book gives a real insight into how some aspects of education have changed over the years but it has also been interesting to find out that staffing, health and safety and high expectations of children’s achievement were as important to my predecessors as they are to me today. Over time the school has been threatened with closure and I am grateful that previous headteachers and the residents of Reed have worked together to keep it open.”

Reed First School is keen to hear your memories and to collect copies of any photographs or other memorabilia you may have. We will be holding a Centenary Garden Party on 28 June 2014 for anyone who has a past or present connection with the school. Please get in touch via admin@reed.herts.sch. uk or call 01763 848304.

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Every year at St. Mary’s the children and staff remember the dramatic events of D Day by refighting the Omaha beach landings.

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Local landscapers Brownie Points advise on why now is the time to be thinking about next year’s garden.

The clocks have been put back and the cold weather is returning with a vengeance. You come home from work, draw the curtains and try to avoid the Christmas adverts that are beginning to claw their way into our reluctant lives.

Time to think about landscaping the garden!

No, I don’t have the early symptoms of hypothermia and I haven’t been at last year’s sloe Gin, I am serious. Think about the garden. Yes there are the standard jobs than need doing, putting away the garden furniture, collecting leaves and pruning, but what of actual construction?

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Ground cover plantings are a wonderful way to create gorgeous carpets of colour in your garden, whatever its size and wherever it’s located. But what’s so special about groundcover growing, when is it most useful and when should you start?

The initial few months will take some effort, but once growing well, most ground cover planting needs little if any maintenance except perhaps a very occasional trim, some food and water in drier weather.

It has a superbly smothering effect on the weeds, killing weedlings and deterring further weeds from appearing. The denser the groundcover planting, the better the effect.

Autumn is a great time for planting. Trees, shrubs, climbers and herbaceous plants that go in to the ground at this time of year often establish extremely well as they have the luxury of enjoying the relatively warm and yet moist soil, a perfect place for new roots to grow out and establish rapidly.

Make sure you invest a bit of time and effort in to the preparation.

Clear the area of weeds, digging out all tough weeds completely if you can. Fork the soil over, removing debris such as large stones or buried rubbish and then fork in plenty of well-rotted manure or garden compost, and perhaps a little slow-release feed too.

If you’re planting up a slope, it’s worth trying to secure the soil a little too, as all that preparation and weed clearing will have loosened the surface and made it prone to erosion. Once growing well the roots of the plants will help to secure the slope brilliantly, but in the meantime, use landscape fabric pinned down onto the surface of the slope.

Don’t be tempted to cram the plants in too closely. Given time they will form the desired effect if planted at the correct spacing. But if you fall in to the trap of planting them elbow to elbow, then they are more likely to become stressed and miserable, more prone to disease and will need thinning out. Make sure the plants are kept just moist at the roots until they’re well established and feed occasionally. By choosing varieties of plants which are recommended for use as groundcover you’ll be unlikely

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If you want a reasonable effect all year around, then select at least some of the plants you use from the evergreens. These may lose their leaves, but they do so gradually so you’ll never be left with totally bare soil.

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