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the listing YOUR MONTHLY GUIDE TO ROYSTON & BEYOND • JANUARY 2014 VILLAGES EDITION • DELIVERED FREE TO 9500 VILLAGE HOMES

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Our 101st cover depicts Royston’s magnificent triple commemorative sculpture at the head of the Coombes Hole underpass beside the junction of Melbourn Road and Green Street.

Sustrans, the leading UK charity that enables people to travel by foot, bike or public transport, contributed to funding for the town’s Coombes Hole underpass and upgrade of the cycle lane network. As part of this investment, three life-size steel sculptures of local characters were created.

The display features a town crier, King James I and classical BRIT award-winner Alison Balsom, making a memorable sight in any weather, but particularly so in the exceptional snow-like hoar frost that carpeted the town one day last winter.

Image by Royston photographer David Hatton (www.kowapower.com)

WELCOME

To the January issue of The Listing Our January issue is full of healthy tips to keep you active this month, from our packed health and beauty pages with tips on staying motivated with your new exercise regime and news of a wide range of fitness activities on offer in the Royston area. Dance, fitness, bootcamps, gym, pilates, personal training, kickboxing, zumba and jazzercise all feature so no excuses... get active this January!

Read the articles from three of our vital organisations: Royston Time Bank, the Volunteer Centre and Home-Start. Each one can help you in a variety of ways, offering voluntary work or social opportunities, all designed to keep you feeling connected and cared for in our increasingly isolated society. Not only does volunteering give you a sense of well-being as you give something back to society but it connects you with others, meaning you can make new friends, develop new relationships and keep active.

The Time Bank is an organised skills-swap with a social side, allowing you to share your skills and abilties with an appreciative group. Giving works wonders for your mind and body, so make this year your time to get involved in your local community.

Community Organisations Homes & Gardens Eats & Drinks Health & Beauty

January wouldn’t be complete without mentioning food.... I have overindulged throughout December and as everyone who knows me will testify, food is a very important part of my life! Look out for money-off vouchers from local restaurants and our healthy mocktail recipe.

Business

February’s issue features our wedding special - please get in touch if this is of interest.

Useful Numbers

Wishing all of our readers a Very Happy New Year Cath Boughton

The Listing is online at www. thelisting.info from 1st every month.

Booking deadline February, 15th January

With best wishes, thelisting

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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@ townhousepublishing. co.uk

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All items published in good faith and correct at time of going to press.

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MELBOURN SPORTS CENTRE

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Adjacent to the College, looking out toward the River Mel, we’ve been an active part of the community for 20 years. We offer plenty of sporting facilities and activities such as: Fitness Suite Our fitness suite houses the latest in gymnasium equipment, including C.V machines fitted with audio visual technology. Why not take advantage of our winter fitness offer - join up in January and get your joining fee for free!

A fun pa 20 Metre Pool We have a wide range of sessions and lessons for all abilities and ages. We operate weekly SUMand M ER P E N one-to-one lessons as well as crash courses during school holidays, based on the ASA national 5 days, 8 sports an plan for teaching swimming.

The summer pentathlon has Court Hire Melbourn Sports Centre for ma Floodlit tennis courts & astro-turf pitch, sports hall and gymnasium are all available toaims hireofon thisboth course is to introdu abilities to a variety of sporting a casual and block system at extremely competitive prices. environment.

Classes Each day the Pentathlon is d We run a varied programme of exercise classes, including Physio-led Pilates, Aqua Fit, and sessions. Four of these sess Boxercise, as well as more traditional aerobics. coaching of different sports, Kids Activities Monday to Thursday are 'exper coaching the sports an Our dryside activities such as trampolining, gymnastics and tennis are a great way tospent introduce skills involved younger people to sport. We also run a wide range of activities during school holidays too.

These include The Kidz Factor (an Ofsted registered Playscheme), summer pentathlons That (weekly leaves Friday. This is a fu pool party, party games and a d sports camps) and taster sessions. to our sponsor, The Techn Finally, why not book one of our popular children’s parties (choose from pool, football,participant trampoline will receive a baseba and snorkelling) from as little as £45.00? A great way to celebrate a special day without breaking souvenir to remember the bank balance!

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OUT & ABOUT CADS Presents...

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You’d better watch out for the vicious bunnies! Once again CADS are gearing up to present Royston’s annual family pantomime. Following September’s much acclaimed Little Shop of Horrors, this year’s production is Robin Hood and the Babes in the Wood, with all the fun and silliness that goes with panto.

And family pantomime is a very apt description as there are at least nine family links within cast and crew: parent and child, sisters, and husband and wife teams are all represented and even more will be helping come the actual performances. There are both familiar and new faces on and off stage and several people are stepping into roles that they have not experienced before.

Once again parents of autistic children are welcome to come along to the dress rehearsal on 19th Jan, to familiarize the children with the unusual noises and sights of the show before coming to the actual performance, and at the performance there will be helpful booklets available.

After the last performance there will be the presentation of the Fred Sillence and Lizzie Houghton awards. The former is for outstanding contribution to the performing arts over the past 12 months and the latter is open to those 18 and under who have made an outstanding contribution to youth theatre over the same period. Both are open to anyone from Royston or the surrounding villages.

Nominations, with reasons, are welcome and should reach CADS’ secretary, Tamsin Cowley by Friday 17th Jan. Details for nominations can be found on the CADS website.

Robin Hood and the Babes in the Wood will be performed at Meridian School on Friday 24th, Saturday 25th, Friday 31st January and Sat 1st February. Evening performances are at 7.30pm, with matinees on the Saturdays at 2pm. Tickets are £10 for adults and £7 for children, students and over60s. Tickets can be booked free online with credit or debit card via the CADS website, www.cadsroyston.org.uk, or by calling 07925 674 967.

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Volunteering is an incredibly rewarding activity, and one charity which relies heavily on or Our volun volunteers is Home-Start. This is one of the UK’s leading family support charities, andteer at as are localall parents who lies fami level supports many families as they bring up young children. Can you help? help to week a s hour Home Visiting need All parentswith A home visiting volunteer would normally be a parent or have parenting experience anemotional and but not everyo understanding of the problems and pleasures of family life. We link this well-supported trained years, first few and volunteer to the most suitable family referred, offering home visits, usually for 2-3 hours a week. when Home-St is offering Our home visiting volunteers support families in a huge variety of ways which can This include: a non-judgemental listening ear, helping parents to manage their children’s behaviour, providing volunteer would e visitingparents practical help around healthy eating, accessing other community services and supporting A hom l in keeping their children safe. with an understanding of the prob Family Group link this well-supported and train These volunteers help at Family Group each week during term time, setting upy the red, offering home visit referequipment famil and activities and spend time with both the children and parents offering practical and emotional support families in a volunteers support. include: offering a non-judgemen Trustee age their children’s behavio man Becoming a Trustee can be hard work but it is highly rewarding, giving new opportunities for ssing other g, acce hy eatin healt personal development and enabling you to give something back to your community.

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Supporters Home-S If you have a few hours to spare now and again, please consider Unit 6, becoming a supporter. Supporters helps us with activities ranging from Roysto wrapping the children’s Christmas presents, baking a cake, donating tombola prizes for our ‘mum’s tombola’ at Christmas time, being Father Tel: 01 Christmas and helping with fundraising events.

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This is when Home-Start volunteers can help!

A home visiting volunteer would normally have parenting experience with an understanding of the problems and pleasures of family life. We link this well-supported and trained volunteer to the most suitable family referred, offering home visits, usually for - hours a week. Our volunteers support families in a huge variety of ways which can include: offering a non-judgemental listening ear, helping parents to manage their children’s behaviour, providing practical help around healthy eating, accessing other community services and supporting parents in keeping their children safe.

A 10 session course for new volunteers is planned for February / March 2014 to be held between 9.30am – 2.30pm. Please contact us if you are interested in joining this course.

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New Fundraising group starting in Royston

Marie Curie Cancer Care is looking for people in Royston to join a new group and help organise the charity’s biggest annual fundraising campaign, the Great Daffodil Appeal.

The Great Daffodil Appeal encourages everyone to give a donation and wear the charity’s iconic daffodil pin during March.

All the money raised from the appeal will help the charity provide more free care to people with terminal illnesses in their own homes.

With planning for the 2014 campaign already underway, the local Marie Curie fundraising team are looking to set up a new fundraising group in Royston and have an information meeting on Wednesday 22 January at 10am at Palazzo where you will be able to meet the fundraising team and find out more about the new group. By volunteering some of your time you’ll be helping local people with a terminal illness to get the care they need.

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Since North Herts District Council (NHDC) introduced new waste and recycling collections earlier this year, initial results indicate the amount of waste being recycled has increased from below 50% to over 56%.

If this trend continues, it would mean 1000 tonnes less going to landfill from North Herts every month. It currently costs Council taxpayers over £100 for every tonne of waste sent to landfill, so NHDC’s new collection service could lead to savings of over £1 million every year on the cost of sending waste to landfill.

So keep up the good work everyone!

Christmas Tree Recycling

Around 250 tonnes of real Christmas trees are thrown out after Christmas in the UK - please remember to recycle yours. Ensure all decorations, nettings, pots and stands are removed - these items do not compost so your tree will not be collected if these items remain on it.

If you live in North Herts District Council areas:

Place your real Christmas tree next to your brown bin for collection.

In partnership with local garden centres, we will also be collecting real Christmas trees until 17 January 2014 from • Bickerdikes Garden Centre Norton Road, Letchworth • Tapps Garden Centre Wallington Road, Baldock • Wyevale Garden Centre Cambridge Road, Hitchin

If you live in South Cambridgeshire District Council areas:

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Friday 3rd January 7.30pm The Counsellor (18) A lawyer finds himself in over his head when he gets involved in drug trafficking.

Saturday 4th January 7.30pm Ender’s Game (12A) After the Earth was ravaged by the Formics, an alien race seemingly determined to destroy humanity, Seventy years on, the people of Earth remain banded together to prevent their own annihilation from this technologically superior alien species.

Friday 10th and Saturday 11th January 7.30pm Gravity (12A) A medical engineer and an astronaut work together to survive after an accident leaves them adrift in space.

Saturday 11th 3pm Free Birds (U) Two turkeys from opposite sides of the tracks must put aside their differences and team up with the insane idea of travelling back in time to change the course of history - and get turkey off the holiday menu for good Friday 17th January 7.30pm The Butler (12A) The story of Cecil Gaines (an African American) from his humble beginnings working on a plantation in the South, to his longstanding career as a butler in the White House, serving under eight different presidents.

Saturday 20th January 7.30pm The Hunger Games: Chasing Fire(12A) Katniss Everdeen and Peeta Mellark become targets of the Capitol after their victory in the 74th Hunger Games sparks a rebellion in the Districts of Panem.

Friday 24th and Saturday January 25th 7.30pm Saving Mr Banks (12A) Emma Thompson is superb as Author P. L. Travers who reflects on her difficult childhood whilst meeting with filmmaker Walt Disney during production for the adaptation of her famous creation Mary Poppins.

Saturday 25th January 3pm Frozen (U) An epic journey, encountering Everest-like conditions, and a hilarious snowman named Olaf in a race to find Anna’s sister Elsa Friday 31st January & Sat 1st February 7.30pm The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug (12A)

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Former student Adam was accepted at Laine Theatre Arts & the Urdang Academy but trained at Bodywork Company Studios on a full scholarship! Adam has performed on 2 world cruises as well as tours of “Dancing Queen” & “Spirit of the Dance” performed in music videos & danced at the Brit Awards!

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Former student Callum furthered his training at the Australian Dance Performance Institute. Callum has appeared in music videos and performed on cruises as well as being in “Chicago” the musical and the National Tour of “Cabaret” with Will Young!

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The WI PM group recently celebrated their 90th birthday, and continued the celebrations at their December meeting. After mulled wine and the usual business they exchanged Christmas Cards and then proceeded with games and quizzes. Everyone entered into the spirit of feely bags and number, alphabet and jumbled town puzzles before enjoying tea with mince pies. Entertainment was provided by Jean Emes and her ukulele band and a fun sing-song.

The Competition was won by Anne Harrison and the Raffle by Gwen Simmons. The next meeting is on January 9th at 1.45pm in the Heritage Hall when Martin Copping will be giving a talk on St.Paulâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cathedral. If you would like information about the institute please phone 01763 261775.

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ROYSTON TIME BANK

HEALTH & wELLbEing

When Audrey and her husband first moved from Therfield to Royston ten years ago, she was working and leading quite an independent life.

Unfortunately she was made redundant and shortly after she developed AMD, a condition that affects people’s eye sight. Due to this Audrey was no longer able to drive and had to rely on her husband to get around. She also knew very few people in Royston. Because of these factors, Audrey started to feel quite isolated. She felt as if she had lost her independence and wasn’t really able to get out and about to meet new people. She wanted something to keep her occupied and also give her the chance to get to know others in the community. She read an article about the Royston Time Bank and felt that the scheme was just what she was looking for.

Time Bank, a project managed by NHCVS, is a vibrant community skills exchange which enables people to share their abilities and knowledge with others in the community whilst earning time credits. They can then use those credits to get help with something they need or learn a new skill. People can offer specific skills such as sewing, DIY, fixing computers or it could just be the ability to befriend, walk a dog or drive someone to the doctors.

After joining Time Bank Audrey became part of the Time Bank Knitting group which knits goods to donate to charities and also started to attend the monthly Time Bank Cafe’s which give members the opportunity to get together, share their skills and have a bit of fun.

The activities that have taken place range from quizzes to science themed cafes to cake decorating.

Audrey said “Time Bank has given me the chance to get to make new friends, become part of the community and feel useful. It has allowed me to carry on using my skills and do the things I enjoy. Before, I didn’t really get to use my baking skills as I didn’t see the point in baking for just me and my husband but since joining this scheme my baking skills have been in high demand and I always make treats for the monthly cafes.”

She added “I have enjoyed helping others by doing simple jobs for them such as shopping, and it has also been beneficial for me as I have been able to get help with my computer. I feel that so many people could not only benefit from Time Bank but also get a great deal of enjoyment out of it.”

Savita the Time Bank administrator said “The Time Bank is open to everyone and values all skills equally. Time Bank currently operates across North Herts, Stevenage, Royston, Buntingford and the surrounding villages.” She also said “We would like to thank Councillor Tony Hunter and Herts County Council for the support they have given to Royston Time Bank.”

If you would like to find out more or join the Time Bank please visit www.mytimebank.org.uk or contact us on 01462 689405 or at timebank@nhcvs.org. uk.

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£3000 community fund windfall

The Listing is delighted to announce that Royston and District Community Transport were successful in their bid to secure funding from the Lloyds Bank Community Fund, with a staggering 45% of the total votes in North Hertfordshire.

Sincere thanks go to all those who voted and helped this worthwhile organisation, which offers door-to-door transport for people living in Royston and the surrounding villages of North & East Hertfordshire and South Cambridgeshire who are unable to use conventional public transport and do not have the use of a car.

The £3000 funds received will go towards a new minibus.

Thanks are also extended to Alan Tobin of the British Queen in Meldreth, who kindly made a £245 donation with the proceeds from their carol-singing evening held on December 9th.

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We look forward to meeting clients and their owners at our friendly, understanding surgery.

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Kick Start Your New Year at Palazzo We hope you had a lovely Christmas and look forward to welcoming you this January

FREE bottle of house wine

One bottle per table, per visit when booking in advance. Minimum spend £30. Offer valid to 31st January 2014. Only one voucher per visit.

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royston ladies circle

Royston Ladies Circle has been running for over two years having rechartered in March 2011. It is currently going from strength to strength with 13 members enjoying meeting twice a month. Whilst numbers are strong, there is always room for more. Any lady aged between 18-45 years is invited to come along and get involved.

Ladies Circle has had a super year of fun, friendship and laughter, carrying out activities such as a bread making class, a theatre trip, a dance class, a recipe swap evening, a Christmas decoration making class, a visit to a chilli farm, a pamper evening and much more.

Future events include a belly dancing class, bowling, bike ride and Segway driving to name a few!

There is also the fundraising element.

This year we have assisted the Round Table with the Santa sleigh, including running the Melbourn sleigh evening and running the new Litlington evening run. Ladies Circle also ran a quiz night at Meldreth village hall, attracting over 90 people and raising over £900.

Requests have been made for funding which we have supported, including donating some money to the Friends of Chernobyl charity so that children visiting Melbourn from Belarus could buy a pair of shoes to take home with them, Home Start and other local causes.

Whilst the name is Royston Ladies Circle, the group has attracted members from many surrounding villages such as Bassingbourn, Melbourn, Arrington, Harston and Litlington.

We meet every second and third Thursday evening of the month.

If you would be interested in getting involved with Ladies Circle, or believe we might be able to help with a fund raising project that you are involved in, then please contact the current Chair, Hannah Paradis on 01763220967.

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the ad hoc cocktail club Apple Mojito

January.... a time for temperance and sobriety. You can still catch up with friends at Ad Hoc though, with our fabulous Mocktails. Our recommendation this month is out zesty, healthy and fruity Apple Mojito.

4 wedges lime 1 wedge apple Sprig mint Sugar syrup Soda water

1 In a Boston glass add the limes and apple then muddle to release the juices.

2 Slap the mint between your hands to release the oils then add to the glass.

3 Add a splash of sugar syrup then fill with ice.

4 Shake the cocktail vigorously until frosted on the outside then poor the contents into a tall glass.

5 Garnish with a slice of apple and some mint then top up with soda water.

Bottoms up!

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Local Markets in January

Award-winning local food Proud to be Les Routiers' Pub of the Year 2013.

Local produce from drinks to desserts - come and make yourselves at home.

Our Season's Best: Succulent & tender Sandringham Estate Red Poll Cote de Boeuf.

11 High Street Chrishall, Royston, Hertfordshire SG8 8RN Tel. 01763 838792 Email: info@theredcow www.theredcow.com Follow us on twitter @theredcow and facebook

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 10am-3.30pm Sundays - Flea Market, 10.30am - 2.30pm Town Centre, Letchworth

Fowlmere Farmers’ Market 2nd Saturday monthly Sat 11th January 9am - 12noon Village Hall

Orwell Pannier Market 1st Saturday monthly Sat 4th January 10am - 2pm Orwell Village Hall

Sandon Farmers’ Market 3rd Saturday monthly Sat 18th January 9.30am - 12noon Sandon Primary School

Farmers’ Market Wimpole 2nd Saturday monthly Sat 11th January from 10am - 4pm Wimpole Hall Shepreth Village Hall Market No markey in January Croydon Village Market Sun 26th January 10.30am - 1pm Village Hall

Linton Farmers & Crafts Market 1st Saturday monthly Sat 4th January 9am - 12noon Linton Village College

congratulations!

Knibbs are delighted to announce the winner of their Christmas Draw.Mrs Teresa Goddard of Royston has won a Christmas Turkey. Teresa said “I am over the moon - I never win anything!”

Caz from Knibbs loves being the Fairy Godmother as well!

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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.

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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

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Knibbs are delighted to announce the winner of their Christmas Draw.

Mrs Teresa Goddard of Royston has won a Christmas Turkey. Teresa said “I am over the moon - I never win anything!”

The Three Tuns in Ashwell has undergone a complete refurbishment and is now being run by experienced pub operator Tim Lightfoot.

“We are Providing a satisfying mix of real ales, fine wines and fantastic pub food using local and artisan suppliers. Jon Oates our head chef puts his twist on hearty pub classics as well as the very best in modern British cuisine. We have created a relaxed informal way to enjoy great British produce in a warm & friendly local village pub. Wellies, kids & Dogs are welcome too!”

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Ready in 1 hour 30 minutes

After the indulgence and expense of Christmas and the New Year, this hearty soup is the perfect antidote.

Ideal for a warming winter lunch or supper it’s simple to make, tastes delicious and doesn’t cost a fortune.

Ingredients:

• 2 tbsp olive oil • 15g butter • 650g small red onions, peeled and thinly sliced • 2 tsp brown sugar • 1 tbsp flour • 1 tbsp wholegrain mustard • 1.2litres beef or vegetable stock • Few sprigs fresh thyme, plus extra to garnish • Salt and freshly ground black pepper • 8 thin slices day old French bread • 75g Gruyere cheese, grated

Heat the oil and butter in a large, deep heavy-based saucepan until the butter is sizzling. Add all the sliced onions and cook very gently over a low heat for 15 minutes, stirring frequently.

Sprinkle over the sugar and cover and cook for a further 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions are very soft and golden.

Stir in the flour and half the mustard and cook for 1 minute, then gradually stir in the stock. Add the thyme sprigs, season with salt and freshly ground black pepper (see Tip) and bring to the boil.

Reduce the heat and simmer gently for 35-40 minutes, stirring occasionally. Adjust the seasoning to taste.

Lightly toast the slices of French bread on one side. Spread the untoasted sides with the rest of the mustard and top with the grated Gruyere cheese. Pop under a hot grill for 1-2 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbling.

Ladle the soup into warmed bowls and top each with two hot Gruyere croutons. Serve immediately garnished with thyme sprigs.

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

Is it your New Year’s Resolution to make a Will or revise your existing Will? If so, please take advantage of our Special New Year reduced rate Wills offer.

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Reduced rate wills will be available every week day from 8.00am until 6.00pm (Tuesdays until 8.00 pm) by appointment only.

Also on the Saturday morning of 18th JANUARY 2014, again by appointment only.

Reduced rates are:Double Wills - £210 plus VAT Single Will - £125 plus VAT Home visits are also available at NO EXTRA CHARGE within a 20 mile radius of Royston

For more information please contact:1-3 Lower King Street, Royston, Herts SG8 5AJ Tel: 01763 241121 email: t.donnellan@walkerspartnership.co.uk

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services for older people

Community Navigators – information on activities and services for older people Care Network’s Community Navigator Project is working with local communities to ensure older people have help to find information about local activities and services. The information could be anything from finding leisure activities, to where to get financial advice, or help to maintain independence at home.

We recently helped a gentleman of 87 who lives in a small rural village. He can drive but had been asked not to pending some treatment on his eyes.

When a Community Navigator volunteer got in touch and explained that the local Community Car Scheme could pick him up and take him to appointments at the GP he told us that would “change his life”.

If you know someone who might benefit from a chat with a local Community Navigator then there are three ways to link with the project:1.

By passing on the contact details below you will enable people to find help; 2.

By inviting the Community Navigator Area Coordinator to your group’s meetings, they will be able to explain what the project does and how it can help; 3.

By becoming a Navigator, you will receive training to help you provide people with information, with support from the local Community Navigator Area Coordinator.

To find out more about how you can link with the Community Navigator project please get in touch with Area Coordinator Rob Wallace on 01954 212100 or Email: southcambs.navigators@carenetwork.org.uk *Please note this service is available to residents of Cambridgeshire villages *

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Free to list! email lucy@townhousepublishing.co.uk by 15th of the month Give Blood

Royston Town Hall, Thurs 30th Jan, 1 – 3.215pm & 4.30 – 7pm

Ramblers Walk

Mon 30th Dec, 10am Start gridref: TL384454 Distance: 6 miles Meet at car park behind Melbourn Bowls Club on the Moor, map/grid ref: 209/TL384454. A circular walk via Shepreth, Meldreth and the River Mel. Bring rations Contact: John & Hilary 07875 629713

Ramblers Walk

Tues 31st Dec, 9.20am Group: Royston Date: Tuesday 31 December 2013 Start gridref: TL 336 372 Distance: 6 miles Contact: David Allard 01763 242677 / 07791 198026 Meeting place: Number 23 bus at 9:10 at Royston bus station or Therfield, opposite the Fox and Duck PH

Ramblers Walk

Thurs 2nd Jan, 9.45am Start gridref: TL 412 345 Distance: 5 miles Contact: Lesley Abbiss 07734 111225 Meeting place: Heath CP at 9:30am or The Woodman PH

Walking the Boundaries

Thurs 2nd Jan, 10.30am – 1pm A free guided 5-6 mile ramble across the estate, accompanied by one of the walks team, passing through woodland and parkland, seeing the estate from a different viewpoint Information: 01223 206000, wimpolehall@nationaltrust.org.uk

Women in 1800s

Thurs 2nd Jan, 8pm Illustrated talk by Tom Doig Royston & District Local History Society Royston Town Hall Contact: 01763 242677

Sat 4th Jan, 10am Start gridref: TL257297 Nearest town: Stevenage Grade: Moderate Distance: 6 miles Longer description: Weston, Clothall Contact: Harold and Carol 01438 353666 Meeting Place: The Cricketers, Weston Post Code: SG4 7DA Social Details: Call leader to book meal after the walk

Learn the Art of Ferreting

Sat 4th Jan, 10am – 4pm An introduction to ferrets, nets and traps used to control rabbits and then into the parkland to use the ferrets to catch rabbits with purse nets Tickets: 08442 491895, ticketingsupport@iristicketing.co.uk

Ramblers Walk

Sun 5th Jan, 9.45am Start gridref: TL 246 338 Distance: 9 miles Contact: David Allard 01763 242677 / 07791 198026 Meeting place: THCP at 9:30am or Baldock CP, The Twitchell from High Street via Simpson Drive

Antique & Collectors Fair Sat 4th & Sun 5th Jan With Postcards & Militaria Woodgreen Animal Shelter, Godmanchester

Enrol for WEA Courses Tues 7th Jan, 10 - 11am Royston Town Hall Choice of 2 courses Please pay by cheque Contact: 01763 268678

Reed Gardening Club

Wed 8th Jan Annual supper and quiz night

Football Education Programme Information Evening

Monthly Craft Market

Wed 8th Jan, 7pm With The Meridian Sixth Form College and Royston Town FC Meridian School is offering students the opportunity to enrol onto a BTEC Level 3 Sport Course or an NVQ Level 2 in Activity Leadership qualification Meridian School Hall, Royston

Ramblers Walk

Amanda Kelleher: Mean Things I Did To My Sister

Moscow City Ballet - Swan Lake Fri 3rd Jan, 2.30pm & 7.30pm Cambridge Corn Exchange

Sat 4th Jan, 9.30am - 3.30pm Free admission, free parking Tea, coffee, drinks and cakes for sale at the Atrium café Linton Village College, Linton

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Ramblers Walk

Sat 4th Jan, 10amStart gridref: TL407459 Distance: 2 miles Meet at Fowlmere RSPB car park (donation), map/grid ref: 209/TL407459. Bring rations, Walk round the Reserve. Note there is the option of an additional self-led 5km (3 mile) walk Contact: Janet 01223 356889

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Fri 11th Jan, 7.30pm With up to 5 live musicians on stage, she will explore the various twists and turns of a life lived on the edge via new comedy blues songs Cambridge Junction Box Office: 01223 511511

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Goldilocks & the Three Bears Pantomime

Sun 12th Jan, 3pm Royal British Legion Club, Mill Road, Royston

Open Morning

Tues 14th Jan, 9.30 - 11am Come and see our school at work Everyone welcome Tannery Drift, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 5DE Contact: 01763 235100, admin@ tannerydrift.herts.sch.uk

Elizabeth to Elizabeth

Tues 14th Jan, 10 - 11.30am 10 week study of English Music

By Peter Goodwin Royston Town Hall

Richard III, William Shakespeare

Tue 14th - Sat 18th Jan, 7.45pm Cambridge University European Theatre Group ADC Theatre, Cambridge Contact: 01223 300085

TENS Night

Sat 18th Jan, 8 – 11.45pm The disco will be presented by “G Force “ Entry fee applies Royal British Legion Club, Mill Road, Royston

Fantasy

Tue 21st - Sat 25th Jan, 7.45pm Cambridge University Dance Society invites you to spend a magical evening exploring the hinterland between dreams and realityFrom the society that brought you Enigma comes a spectacle that showcases some of the best dance talent in Cambridge and will take you on an enchanting journey of fantastical discovery ADC Theatre, Cambridge Contact: 01223 300085

Cambridge News Job Fair

Wed 22nd Jan, 10am Don’t miss your chance to be part of the region’s biggest and best careers event Cambridge

New Fundraising group starting in Royston

Wed 22nd Jan, 10am With planning for the 2014 campaign already underway, the local Marie Curie fundraising team are looking to set up a new fundraising group in Royston and have an information meeting Palazzo, Royston

Baby & Toddler Reflexology

Wed 22nd Jan, 10.30 - 11.30am Free introductory session to baby and toddler reflexology Coombes Community Centre, Burns Road, Royston Contact: 01763 242164

Rubbish

Thurs 23rd Jan, 8pm With John Robinson from NHDC, talking about recycling and general waste collection Everyone welcome Royston Methodist Church, Queen’s Road

The Odyssey

Fri 24th Jan, 7.30 Told by Daniel Morden and Hugh Lupton Cambridge Junction Box Office: 01223 511511

Burns Night

Sat 25th Jan, 8pm Haggis or Sausage supper with the usual veg and typical Scottish dessert Bar, raffle, music and picture quiz, please wear tartan Reed Village Hall Tickets: 01763 848349

Burns Night Supper

Sat 25th Jan, 8pm Welcome drink, 4 course meal, bar and raffle In aid of save the children Barley Town House Tickets: 01223 264355

Burns Night Supper

Sat 25th Jan, 8pm 3 course supper including “wee dram” Scottish music and dancing Address to the Haggis with traditional speeches and Piper Ashwell Primary School Contact/tickets: 01462 742269

Exhibition- Silent Voices and Deserted Homes Sat 25th & Sun 26th Jan It sees the culmination of a year’s work, grant-aided by the “All our Stories” Heritage Lottery Fund You are warmly invited to join us to find out more about this curious parish.

The Marshall Room, Old Rectory restaurant, Wimpole Hall

Speakeasy

Sun 26 Jan, 8pm Speakeasy is a brand new spoken word night ADC Theatre, Cambridge Contact: 01223 300085

Footlights Smoker

Cambridge Footlights Tue 28 Jan, 11pm Footlights bring you the funniest songs, sketches, monologues and standup in an hour of non-stop, back-to-back fun-filled hilarity ADC Theatre, Cambridge Contact: 01223 300085

Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Thurs 30th Jan, 7.30pm The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra presents an evening of American classics conducted by internationally acclaimed David Charles Abell ADC Theatre, Cambridge Contact: 01223 300085

Cambridge Modern Jazz

Thurs 30th Jan, 8pm A brand new band of four master musicians with their take on jazz classics and originals Colin Oxley, Graham Harvey, Jeremy Brown and Matt Skelton Cambridge Modern Jazz at Hidden Rooms, The Basement, 7a, Jesus Lane, Cambridge, CB58BA Bookings: modernjazz@ hiddenthing.com

Khandel Light, Speaker Dr Peter Gough

Fri 31st Jan, 7.20pm Visitors welcome Royston & Saffron Walden NT Association at Market Hill Rooms, Royston Contact: 01799 513120

Paul Carrack

Fri 31st Jan, 7.30pm Christened as ‘The Man with the Golden Voice’ in a recent BBC4 documentary, internationally respected British singer songwriter, Paul Carrack, returns to familiarground Cambridge Corn Exchange Box Office: 01223 357851

Hal Cruttenden

Fri 31st Jan, 8pm Hal’s comedy is simultaneously warm and catty, straight and camp Cambridge Junction Box Office: 01223 511511

Musical Theatre Bar Night

Throughout the month

Del Amitri

Robin Hood and the Babes in the Wood Fri 24th, Sat 25th, Fri 31st Jan & Sat 1st Feb Meridian School, Garden Walk, Royston Tickets: 07925 674967

Mon 27 Jan, 8pm Cambridge University Musical Theatre Society is pleased to once more present its ever-popular cabaret evenings ADC Theatre, Cambridge Contact: 01223 300085 Tues 28th Jan, 7.30pm Del Amitri return from a ten year sabbatical to wheel out every hit from every era of their lengthy recording career Cambridge Corn Exchange Box Office: 01223 357851

Blue Stockings

Tue 28 Jan - Sat 1 Feb, 7.45pm Cambridge University Amateur Dramatic Club ADC Theatre, Cambridge Contact: 01223 300085

CADS pantomime

Melbourn and District Photographic Club

Local photographers are welcome to join this friendly club meeting Tues, 7.30pm 14th Jan, Competition: Panel prints 21st Jan, Lecture: Birds, beasts and geysers by Barrie and Liz Hatten 28th Jan, Competition: Inter-club print and projected image battle Foxton Village Hall

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Sat 18th Jan, 1.30pm Cambridge Camera Club Inter-club digital competition Whittlesford Village Hall

RCH Classes

Mon 6th Jan, Pilates Classes, all Levels Tues 7th Jan, Baby Massage Course Tues 7th Jan, Baby Yoga Course Throughout Jan, Yoga Classes Royston Complementary Health Centre Contact/bookings: 01763 247440

French Photographers Exhibition

Until Jan 2014 Exhibition by Maggie Allen Curwens Art Gallery, 17 High Street, Royston

Robin Hood

Until Sun 12th Jan Cambridge Arts Theatre Box Office: 01223 503333

Black Coffee

Until Sat 25th Jan Robert Powell stars as Poirot in Agatha Christie’s first ever play, Black Coffee Cambridge Arts Theatre Box Office: 01223 503333

Doctor Faustus

Until Sat 1st Feb The Marlowe Society celebrate the anniversary of Christopher Marlowe’s birth with Doctor Faustus Cambridge Arts Theatre Box Office: 01223 503333

Cinderella

Until Sun 26th Jan Starring EastEnders’ Gillian Wright (Jean Slater), this year’s magical extravaganza is brought to you by the team behind last year’s critically acclaimed Robin Hood, and once again we promise you live music, stunning sets, slick choreography, sensational costumes and spectacular musical numbers Gorden Craig Theatre Box Office: 01438 363200

ELO Experience

Fri 31st Jan, 7.45pm Come and hear their greatest hits reproduced by the exciting and incredible ELO Experience Gorden Craig Theatre Box Office: 01438 363200

Thumbelina

Until Sat 4th Jan A brand-new, brightly-coloured, action-packed musical retelling of Hans Christian Andersen’s classic tale Cambridge Junction Box Office: 01223 511511

The Heath Sunday Menu 1 – 3pm every Sunday The Sunday Roast Deal, £10 For the kids, £5

Family Friendly Event

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exciting new changes at heath sports gym

Gday All... Firstly I want to introduce myself. I’m David “Aussie” Ayliffe and I am the new manager of the Heath Sports Gym. Overthe coming months you will see significant changes to the way we will be conducting our services to you. We will be offering more fitness choices for you and the whole family. Currently we offer: Cardio and Weight Room: For those who are wanting to jump on a treadmill / rower, pump weights or have a personal trainer available to set DAVID AYLIFFE, programs or goal settings.

MANAGER OF HEATH TeenFit: 1hr fitness and nutritional advice classes for teens aged 12-16.

SPORTS GYM These are held every Monday and Wednesday afternoon 5-6pm.

(Saturday morning sessions will be available in the New Year).

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New and improved Free weights section: These are aimed at guys and girls serious about pumping heavy weights, incorporating Olympic weights and bars, fixed weighted barbells, dumbbells, racks and benches FIGHTING FIT UNITED KINGDOM An extension of the well known brand Fighting Fit Australia (established over 15 years ago), Fighting Fit United Kingdom will be setting up at the Heath from the end of January 2014. This specialised health and fitness service utilises Boxing & Combat conditioning to get you and keep you fit. Fighting Fit United Kingdom services include: Open group boxing for fitness and skills, 1hr classes, for both males and females and specific ladies only sessions too.

1 on 1 or small groups up to 4 people Personal Training sessions (30 min - 1 hr sessions).

Boot Camps: Throughout 2014 we will be rolling out a number of 4-12 week Boot Camps for both males and females and a specific Ladies only boot-camp. The first 30-day bootcamp starts on 28th January. For further information on any of our fantastic services, please contact David Ayliffe, Level 3 Personal Trainer and Gym Instructor, Heath Sports Gym, 0777 550 7590, david@fightingfituk.co

New Year – New You Kick Start 2014 This 31 Day Kick Start Bootcamp is designed to get you into shape after all the festivities of Christmas & the New Year.

Sessions include: Boxing, Kettle-bells, Circuit Training, Body-weight Training, Cardio Training, Military style Combat Conditioning.

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Classes will be held indoors if weather dictates Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/FightingFitUK and write “The Listing January” on our wall for your chance to win a place on our Kickstart Bootcamp

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With age, so they say, comes wisdom. However, there are sometimes lessons you wish you hadn’t learned.

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volunteering opportunities

Person Centred Counselling

Age UK are looking for Volunteers to help relaunch their 10 – 3 Club which meets on a Wednesday in the Queensway Centre NHDC Play and Sport are looking for Youth Club Assistants for the Burns Road Hangout between 3.30pm and 6pm on Tuesdays Wood Green Animal Shelter at Heydon are looking for volunteers support their Charity Shop to raise vital funds for the Charity’s work supporting and re-homing animals. Please ring 01763 243020 or email info@roystonvolunteer.org.uk or visit www.do-it.org for more details

Based at Royston Complementary Health Centre helping clients deal with issues including Depression, Separation, Abuse, Domestic Violence, Loss, Eating Disorders, Addiction, Rape etc.

Sara D’Arcy MBACP Tel: 07891 669928 or 01763 284193

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TUESDAY Royston Evangelical Church 9.00am & 11.00am Jo 01763 247875 Royston Market Hill Rooms 7.30pm Karen 01763 2346034 WEDNESDAY Baldock United Reformed Church Hall, Whitehorse Street 9.30am, 5.30pm & 7.30pm Sandra 07716 761610 Meldreth Village Hall, High Street 7.30pm Karen 01763 243604

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EMBRACE IT? OR DISGRACE IT?

January, the time of year when hundreds of us choose to have a fresh fitness and lifestyle regime.

New fitness trends, DVDs, classes, gym memberships and New Year resolutions will see us Going for Gold in January and slipping away by Spring! So, in 2014, will you EMBRACE IT? or DISGRACE IT? Let’s face it many of us want to be able to feel great, look healthier, drop a dress size, de-stress, improve our fitness levels, have a greater sense of wellbeing or just look fit!

I believe that everyone can enhance their lifestyle through fitness and wellbeing which is why I want YOU to think about whether you are going to embrace it or disgrace it this year.

EMBRACE IT • Finding what keeps you motivated to stay active is key • Try everything you see! The more you enjoy your chosen fitness activity, the higher your chance of keeping going • Go with friends, not only social but you’ll feel commited to a new class or club as you’ll never want to let your friends down!

• Whether or not you already have a fitness/well being routine, always take on a fresh challenge with an end goal, great for motivation and refreshing for your mind • Keep it varied for an overall sense of fitness and well being.

DISGRACE IT • Don’t over commit, trying to go from zero to hero in a week will just leave you feeling exhausted not exhilarated.

• Dreading going to the gym or for a run or whatever activity you’ve chosen will see you giving up before March. Choose your fitness activity wisely • Boredom is not a great motivator. Change one thing about your fitness /activity routine every couple of months to keep you evolving and stopping the rot setting in. This doesn’t have to mean skip your favourite class as any good instructor will change the format regularly - perhaps go outside on your bike instead of in the gym, just a simple change • Everytime you think you don’t want to do your fitness / activity routine, just think how good you always feel after - focus on the result not the process.

Use EMBRACE IT or DISGRACE IT rules to keep motivated and to stick with your fitness / lifestyle changes for 2014. Royston has everything on offer from pilates, yoga and dance, to team sports, gym challenges and much much more, there really is no excuse!

Sarah Stigler – sarahstigler@me.com – 0796 991 7962 Dance, fitness and lifestyle professional

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whaddon village hall

Whaddon Village Hall has undergone a renovation. The building was once an old Victorian School, pretty to look at but lacking any modern facilities (such as heating in the winter). The Village of Whaddon is not huge, with approximately 250 houses but a small team of dedicated fundraisers have spent the last ten years raising money to bring their hall into the 21st century.

Eureka!!! At last the renovation has just been completed and the larger part of the hall now has underfloor heating, insulation, a new kitchen and stunning new lighting system. Funding has been obtained from the local Parish Council and grants obtained from Amey Cespa, South Cambs District Council, plus many other smaller grants to enable the project to be completed to a really good standard. For bookings, please call 01223 207703

run, bike, swim, gym, yoga

New Year - New Shoes!

How do you buy your sports shoes? Online, in a discount sports store or because they ‘look good’? If so, then you might be wearing the wrong shoe.

If you are flat-footed and/or have weak ankles or knees, then you need a shoe which supports your foot and corrects any problems. We specialise in putting you in the right shoe for your foot and leg type. It’s all part of our fantastic, friendly service. ‘Gait’ analysis does not always give the correct fit so we offer podiatry fit and look at your feet as a podiatrist would - it’s simple, easy and accurate.

We are a super-friendly running specialist and give advice and support to all our local runners, cyclists and swimmers. We are approachable and participate in all the sports which we support. We stock shoes from: Asics, Brooks, Hoka One One, Mizuno, New Balance, Saucony and clothing from a wide-range of running, cycling and swimming specialists.

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business award for my lingerie

Local lingerie retailer My Lingerie from Buntingford are thrilled to win the Best Newcomer Award at the recent Underlines Best Shop awards.

The well-respected industry awards evaluate different types of lingerie businesses throughout the UK such as online and mail order, as well as traditional retail. jo and paula from my lingerie in Partner Jo Dawson said “It’s a huge compliment to know that buntingford the industry has recognised our contribution and the potential of MyLingerie. MyLingerie is a beautiful shop and we take great pride in giving our customers a friendly but professional service and an all round enjoyable shopping experience.”

The shopping experience and special ambience felt when in the shop were specifically referred to by the judges.

Jo went on to say, “We had lots of fun at Is your business the awards presentation and with no prior growing and taking knowledge of the results, it was a fantastic surprise when MyLingerie came out of the over your home? winner’s envelope. We are deeply touched by Affordable office space all of the lovely comments and good wishes available close to we have received from everybody since it was Royston Station. announced.”

Various sizes, ground Congratulations from all of us at The Listing!

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My Lingerie, 51A High Street, Buntingford, SG9 9AD 01763 272923

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thank you

Thank you for the amazing support from visitors and Calling all Runners volunteers at Royston Tesco recently for funds raised in support of those affected by Typhoon Haiyan in the Philippines.

The Disasters Emergency Committee (of which the British Red Cross is a member) launched an Emergency Appeal with Tescos nationwide allowing its stores to be used for an emergency collection people in crisis And Roystonians can feel Refusing proud toofignore themselves - Tesco Royston raised over £3000 weekend Therein areone lots of ways you can support and rain olish the British Red Cross: - the highest total in Hertfordshire.

Dust free wood floor sanding & finishing Just £6 of the donations collected could buy a All types of quality wood & laminate 10 litre jerry can to collect and store clean drinking water; £10 in a bucket can buy a tarpaulin to make flooring supplied and fitted a temporary shelter for those who have been left homeless; and £20 could buy two hygiene kits for those who lost everything, to prevent the spread of disease. When added up it makes a huge difference to the lives of those affected.

Email:sandgrainpolish@gmail.com Donations can still be made through visiting the website www.redcross.org.uk. If you are www.sandgrainpolish.co.uk interested in running an event/collection to support this appeal, then please get in contact with Cathy Curtis, Senior Community Fundraiser ccurtis@ redcross.org.uk 01992 585969.

Fancy a challenge whilst raising money for a worthwhile cause at the same time?

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JANUARY 14

EPIC Awards & Royston Arts Festival

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HOMES & GARDENS

ASHWELL

Ashwell Baby & Toddlers

Weds 9.45 - 11.15am, URC Hall, Ashwell.

Rebecca Simon 01462 742076 rebeccasimon@ hotmail.co.uk

Ashwell Jazz

2nd Thurs monthly, recorded jazz at its best. 59 High Street, Ashwell. David Short, 01462 742385, david@ashwell-education-services.co.uk

Ashwell Messy Play

Thurs 9.45 - 11.15am, URC Hall, Ashwell. for 18months to 4 yrs. Fiona Richards 01462 743738

Ashwell Museum

Suns & Bank Holidays 2.30-5pm or by appointment. Entry charges: Adults £2.00, children under 16 Free. enquiries@ashwellmuseum.org.uk or 01462 742956

Ashwell Playgroup

Mornings, term time only, 9.15am-12.15pm.

Ashwell VH. For 2.5yrs to rising 4. Jo Adams 01462 742090

Ashwell School Badminton Club

Thurs 8pm. Come and enjoy some healthy, friendly exercise. Contact Michael 01462 743400 or merlebach@me.com

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

BARKWAY

4 Paws Dog Training Club

Puppy socialisation & adult dog training. Tues eve: Barkway VH: Agility, Flyball, scent work and games Sat: Kneesworth.1:1 Tuition and Behaviour problems. Contact Christine Walker 01763 244437 or 07811878231 email Chrissy4paws@yahoo. co.uk www.4pawsdogtrainingclub.co.uk

Barkway Carpet Bowls Club

Mon’s 7.30 - 9.30pm Barkway VH. A friendly mini version of he outdoor Green Bowls. All equipment supplied. No previous experience needed. Visitors welcome. John Digby 01763 848169

Barkway Karate Club

Fri 5.30 - 6pm - Tiger tots 5yrs, 6-7pm Juniors & Adults. www.barkwaykarate.co.uk, or barkwaykarateclub@yahoo.co.uk or 07856 846800

Barkway Parent And Toddler

Weds 9.30am to 11.30am. Barkway VH. Children 0-4yrs, singing, stories, activities, tea/coffee/juice and snack provided. Contact Kim 07964151288

Barkway Pre School

Everyday 9-1pm for children aged 2-4 years at Barkway First School. A caring, educational and fun environment. Kim Semple 07964 151288

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. We are in the building adjacent to the Village Hall. John Sizer 01763 848927

BARLEY

Barley Cricket Club

We run two adult Saturday league teams and a Sunday team. New players of all ages (12+) and abilities are welcome. For further details please contact 1st team Capt Brian Symes 07814710849, 2nd team Capt Graham Litson 07532306903 or Eddie Collins (Chairman) 01763 848788 or visit www.barley.play-cricket.com

Barley Hort. Society Gardening Club

1st Weds monthly, 8pm Barley Town House.

Raffle, produce sales table, magazines etc.

Everyone welcome, members free, £1 visitors refreshments. Vi Moxey on 01763 848547

Barley Tennis Club Coaching

Ladies term time 1.5hr sessions Tues 1- 2.30pm rusty & beginners, Fri.’s 10am improvers, 11.30am intermediates, 1pm advanced. Junior holiday courses. Coaches Jan Pledger 01763848242, Liz Wade 01763 273646 www.barleytennisclub.co.uk

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ORGANISATIONS

Barley Tots

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Bell ringing

At The Crown Market Square Buntingford on the 3rd Friday of each month at 8pm Further details contact Stephen Ruff 01763 289516 or see website www. thebunt.co.uk

Mon’s 1.15-2.45pm, Barley First School Free. “Stay & Play Group” for parents, carers and children under 5, come along forplay and a chat. Toys, games, arts and crafts, snack and a sing-song! Call Hayley on 07963 107599 Tues 8 - 9pm, St. Margaret of Antioch Church, Barley. Learn to ring church bells all welcome.

Contact: Shelagh 01763 849401

BARRINGTON

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.

BASSINGBOURN

2484 (Bassingbourn) Squadron Air Training Corps

Mon & Weds 7.30 - 9.30pm, Bassingbourn Barracks Military youth organisation providing flying, gliding, adventure training, sports, target shooting and Duke of Edinburgh Awards. A Kyprianou, 01763 249156 www.2484atc.com

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

Bassingbourn ‘Causeway Prospects

’2nd Sun 4 - 6pm including tea. The Limes, High Street, Bassingbourn. An afternoon especially for people with learning difficulties, but open to all.

Singing, games, drama, bible stories and time to chat, have fun and make friends. John & Sue Simpson 01763 243350. Supported by Bassingbourn Parish Church

Bassingbourn Badminton Club

Bassingbourn Sports Centre. Thurs 8-10pm. A friendly club with a competitive edge. Fields Mens, Ladies and Mixed teams in a local league. Peter Gibson 01763 243696. Peter Scaife 01763 248454.

Bassingbourn Judo Club

Weds, Junior (6+ yrs) 6.15pm (14+yrs) 7pm, Bassingbourn Sports Centre. Judo is taught to the younger members, with the more experienced members. Learning associated Japanese Judo arts.

Both genders Geoff Klein 01763 247592 or bassjc@ btinternet.com

Bassingbourn Snow Sports Centre

Recreational Skiing & Boarding Weds, Thurs & Suns. Junior Club up to 16 yrs Sat am with fun and instruction. Every other weekend Yeti Club for children, age 3 up. Introduction to Racing, Sat & Race training, Mon’s. Contact: www.skibass.org or call 08450 728 293

Bassingbourn-CumKneesworth W.I.

Meet 2nd Tues, 7.30pm, Community Room, Knutsford Road, Bassingbourn. Guests welcome.

Jean Hamdorff 01763 242139

Children’s Story time

Thursdays, 2 - 2.30pm, Bassingbourn Community Book Café in The LimesCrossroads CareEvery 2nd Mon, BVC Community Centre, a chance to meet with other carers of adults. Contact Jean or Claire 01480 499091

Friday Friendly Freshments

Fri’s 10.30am-12.30pm Tea/coffee, biscuits, raffle - great prizes. Limes Community Centre, Bassingbourn

Heron Book Group

3rd Weds monthly. Meet other book lovers’ 8pm Hazel Lord 01763 242418

Tower Museum Bassingbourn 2nd & 4th Sun monthly (Mar - Oct) Bank Holidays (10am - 4pm) www.towermuseumbassingbourn. co.uk

BUNTINGFORD

Buntingford & District Cage Bird Society

1st Tues monthly 8pm, Benson Hall, Buntingford.

Talks or Videos, new members welcome. Show Secretary, Colin Pegrum 01223 833557 www.

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Buntingford Railway and Local History Society

CROYDON

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

FOWLMERE Budding Beaders

Jewellery Making Group, Tues 7.30-9.30pm, Folwmere Village Hall. A friendly group pop in or book a workshop.www.buddingbeaders.org.uk. Julie 01763 853257, Sylvia 01763 208397

Fowlmere & Thriplow Gardening Club

1st Thurs monthly (not Jan), 7.45pm Thriplow or Fowlmere VH. Illustrated talks, annual show, garden visits, weekend trips and social events. Visitors welcome. Mary Duff 01763 208479 or med590@ gmail.com

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

Kreepie Krawlies Soft Play

Soft play up to 4yrs, music, bubbles & refreshments.

Mon’s 10am - 12noon, Fowlmere VH, Tues & Fri’s 9.40am - 12noon, Shelford Memorial Hall. Available for private party hire. www.kreepiekrawlies.co.uk Debbie 07447 582457 or Amanda 01763 209174.

GREAT CHISHILL

Chishill Chimps Toddler Group All carers and children aged 0-4 very welcome for tea, chat and play. Gt Chishill Village Hall, 10.00 – 11.45 Thurs, incl. school holidays. Contact Emily 07900 243491

Great Chishill Nursery

Tues, Thurs & Fri 9.30am - 1pm, Mon & Weds 9.30 am - 2.45 pm ages 2-5yrs, Ofsted regulated, NEF funding. Great Chishill URC. Anita Palmer 07972 800460 www.chishillnursery.co.uk

Great Chishill Youth Club

Tues 7-9 pm, for 11-17yrs Tuck-shop, pool table, sports, games, arts, music and lots more. New members very welcome. Fred Smith 01763 838513

Heydon & Great Chishill WI

3rd Tues monthly, 7.45pm. Great Chishill VH. Ladies would you like a free evening out (three meetings only) www.heydonandgreatchishillwi.org.uk

GUILDEN MORDEN Guilden Morden Pre-School

Mon 9.30am-3.30pm, Tues & Thurs 9.30am-12 noon & Fri 9.15-11.45am, VH. A safe and stimulating environment where children learn through play. camillagreenwood@hotmail.co.uk

Morden & Dist. Writers Circle

1st Thurs monthly, Congregational School Room, Pound Green, Guilden Morden. New members welcome. President Sarah Harrison. Mr F Abram, 01763 852 918

KELSHALL

Hillside Clay Pigeon Club

Kelshall off the A505. Open to non members & members. Sporting, Skeet, D.T.L 07779 263314 for details

Owlets (Babies & Toddlers)

Mon’s 9.30 - 11.30am Kelshall VH. A friendly group for children up to 4yrs to socialise and learn through play, accompanied by their parent/carer. Natalie Hunn, 01763 287470.

LITLINGTON

Supporters Of All Saints Church, Melbourn

STEEPLE MORDEN

Triangle Badminton 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

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

Mon’s 7 - 9pm, Friendly club, Contact: Vera 01763 241022

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

A large, stimulating outside area providing exciting and varied educational play in a safe, secure environment for children aged 2yrs+ at Litlington VH. Contact Rosy on 07984 935193 for details or www.litlingtonpreschool.net

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

Litlington Badminton Club Litlington Pre-School

MELBOURN

Little Hands Nursery School, Melbourn

Preschool care & education for 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 lhmelbourn@btconnect.com

McSplash Swimming Club

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

Melbourn & District Photographic Club

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

Melbourn Amateur Dramatics Society (M.A.D.S.)

We welcome anyone wishing to join aged 16 yrs or over. Energy and enthusiasm is more important than experience. Also welcome backstage crew for lighting, sound, scenery etc.

Contact Donna Sleight on 01763 232622

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 arthur.

Melbourn Dynamos FC

For boys and girls 6 yrs up. Play regular football, encouraging children to become part of MDFC. Shepreth melbourndynamos@aol.com Gordon Atalker 07770533249

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 & 11.1512.45pm 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 Playgroup

For children from 2.5yrs. No need to be out of nappies. Flexible hrs, 15 hrs free to funded children, £4 per hr to unfunded children. Tel 07842 151512.

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.melbourn-squash.co.uk

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MELDRETH

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 Good Companions Club 1st & 3rd Thurs monthly, 2.30 - 4.30pm, Community Room, Elin Way Meldreth. Outings, speakers, refreshments, all welcome. Marian Oakman 01763 261481

Meldreth Pre-School

Fun, friendly environment. Children from 2yrs, nappies not a problem. Competitively priced, childcare vouchers accepted, free places from 3yrs. Variety of sessions, Mon - Fri 9 - 3. Call now to reserve a place. Contact Sarah Helme 01763 448679.

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

New Malton Golf Club

Try Golf or Better your Golf, Mon’s 2 -5.30pm. Sat’s 1 - 4.30pm Cost £5. All Equipment & Golf Balls provided. Expert Golf Tuition. Contact Brian Mudge F.P.G.A Professional 01763 262200 / 07989 715401 for details.

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

Valentines Old Time Dance Club Mon’s 7.30 - 10pm, Meldreth VH. A friendly club offering basic tuition and social chat. Beginners welcome. Jane & Robin Meekins 01763 852503 www.valentinesoldtimedanceclub.org.uk

REED

Reed Cricket Club

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.

SANDON

Sandon Cygnets Pre-school

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

Contact: 01763 287 238

sandon gardener’s club

2nd Mon monthly, 7.30pm, Sandon VH. A small friendly group, talks, competitions, garden visits & annual show. New members welcome.Tony Barker 01763 288416 tonybarker324@btinternet.com

Sandon Pre-school lunch club Mon-Fri 12-1.30pm, 2.5yrs+ Providing a wonderful enviroment for your child to enjoy their lunch with others, take part in games and story time. Contact: 01763 287 238

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Lindy Hop Swing Jive Dance Club

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

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

The Morden Players

Directing, Producing, Acting, Stage Managing, Sound and Lights, Making Scenery, Musical Direction & having fun! Contact Ivan Cherasse 01763 852720 or www.mordenplayers.org.uk

THERFIELD

Therfield Village Pre- School

Mon - Fri 9.30am - 12.30pm, lunch club until 1.30pm.

Therfield VH. High quality care & education for children aged 2yrs 4 mths - rising 5’s, using jolly phonics Katie Kolind 07971 188013

THRIPLOW 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

Ladybird Playgroup & Pre-School Mon to Fri. Thriplow Primary School. We accept Nursery Education Funding. All children 2.5-4.5 yrs.

Sharon McGinty 01763 208055. ladybirdplaygroup@ gmail.com

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

WHADDON Nikki’s fitness

Telephone 07956 350820 - Whaddon Village Hall Tues 9.30 - 10.30 a.m. Boot camp Wed 9.30-1030 am Freestyle fitness Yoga Wed 7.30 - 8.30 pm Boxercise

WIMPOLE

Mother Goose Pre School

Friendly, caring and fun. Mon-Fri term time, children 2-school age. Funded nursery education for children 3+. Wimpole Village Hall Contact Jacqui 01223 208527 / 07746278521. www.mothergoosepreschool. co.uk

ROYSTON

12 Platoon Army Cadet Force

Mon’s & Weds, 7.30pm, Dodkin Hut, Tannery Drift, Royston. Military Youth: first aid, adventure training, community work, shooting, sports, map & compass.

Duke of Edinburgh Award scheme. 07963 359758

Aerobic Fitness The ‘Wright’ Way Mon - Thurs, various times and locations. Fitness Classes for male and females - all age groups - speciality groups - 50+ and seniors catered for with special care. Qualified teacher, RSA/LCYMCA/50+/ KFA Paula Wright, 01763 243884

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

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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

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

Electralites Majorettes

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

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

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

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

Greenfingers Gardening 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 Anne Rayner, 01763 244424 or redrays@live.co.uk

If Only

We provide support to those who have lost someone to suicide. Contact: Jayne on 07764657576 or ifonly@jaynebratton.co.uk

Jazzercise

Fun and effective total body workout. Tues & Thurs eves (inc. BodySculpt) & Sat morning, Greneway School, Royston. Weds 7.15 pm, MVC. Sarah 07703 422394 sarah.howard.jazzercise@gmail.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

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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.

ORGANISATIONS

Karate Clases

Tony Noad, 01763 848424.E-mail aknoad@aol.com

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.

Royston & District motor cycle Club

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, carriage driving, christmas tree decoration making as well as fundraising events. Contact Hannah Paradis (Chairman) 01763 220967 or hanja_2@hotmail.com.

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)

Ladies Circle

Library Knitting Group

Mon’s, 2pm, Royston Library. Tea served, everyone is welcome, no charge

Little Linguists

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

Play Music Play

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

Priory Quilters

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

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. Cider making, truck driving, laser warfare, visits to a nuclear bunker and the Scott Polar Research Institute, plus the occasional curry.

Simon Whybrow 01763 222653 or 07817 118737, membership@roystonroundtable.co.uk www. roystonroundtable.co.uk

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

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

Royston & District Town Twinning Assoc

Royston & Saffron Walden National Trust

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

Chairman Richard Priestley 01799 513120

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 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 Business Network – RBN

We compare ideas and experiences and work together to strengthen Royston’s business community. To find out more, or to come along as a visitor, please call Adam Fernandes of UHY WKH Partnership on 01763 247 321 Meetings take place every Thursday at The Heath Sports Club, Baldock Road Royston at 07:15 for 07.30 and we aim to be finished by 09.00. You’re very welcome to join us as a visitor, but as you will need to be booked in, please speak to Adam or one of the other members first. www.roystonbn.co.uk

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

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

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.

3rd Mon monthly, 7.30pm. All Saints Community Hall, All Saints Church, Melbourn. Trace your family history www.roystonfhs.org Maureen Faubel 01763 232128

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 & District Family History Society

Royston & District Local History Society

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 ww.roystonlocalhistory.org.uk

Royston & District Mencap Society

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

Royston & District Model Railway Club

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

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Royston Cricket Club

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

An 18 hole course & practice facilities. Membership & Green Fees apply. All welcome. 01763 243476 www.roystongolfclub.co.uk

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 Job Club

Last Wednesday of each month from 1pm to 4pm in the Royston Library

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 or e-mail

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

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 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 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 Spiritual Awareness

Thurs, Royston Town Hall, room 11, 8pm. For those who wish to learn more about spiritualism and mediumship under the guidance of an experienced teacher. 3rd Fri monthly, 8pm, a visiting medium.

Judy Moule 01223 503345.

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

friendly teachers. Lessons for Life! 01799 501293 mob:07947 730287 www.sas-swimming.co.uk

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. All ages and abilities. 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

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

Tiger Tots Preschool Gymnastics

Morning classes for babies 8weeks to 3yrs. Morning and afternoon classes for 3 - 5yrs. Contact Litsa on 07775 853123 or www.tigertots.co.uk

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

Toddler Group at Royston Evangelical Church

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

Under Five’s Story Time Fri.’s 2 – 2.30pm Royston Library

Volunteering

Volunteer Centre, Royston Town Hall, Royston, Herts SG8 7DA. Denise Graham, 01763 243020 info@ roystonvolunteer.org.uk www.roystonvolunteer.org.uk

Royston Rackets Badminton Club Royston Time Bank 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-hertsnorthmiddlesex.org.uk

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

Royston Rockets BMX Club

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

Royston Rounders

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

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 7.309.30pm. 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

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 WEA

Tues 10am-11-30am Royston Town Hall Carol Bradshaw, 01763 268678

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.

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Royston Royal British Legion Club Royston Writers Circle 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

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/

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, 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/

Tuesdays 6.30pm Beginners, 7.30pm Experienced Runners Sundays 9am long run, all abilities. Call Maurice Hill, 01763 241182 or 0771 913 2793

Swimming lessons from 4 yrs old at Linton & Fulbourn. Non-swimmers to advanced. After school & SAT’s. Progressive & fun lessons with experienced,

Royston Rugby Club

Royston Runners

Royston young voices

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In the garden... January

Winter is a fantastic time to appreciate berries in the garden. There are many shrubs that offer a great display of berries during the winter months and also an important source of food for our birds to feast on. Here are just a few of my favourites.

Cotoneaster lacteus would be in my top ten. It is a large evergreen shrub with arching branches of matt, dark green, oval leaves. The large clusters of orange- red berries give a fantastic show. Plant it in an open position, in well drained, fertile soil. I use it in shelterbelt plantings or as an informal hedging plant.

Ilex aquifolium ‘Argentea Marginata’ is a variegated female holly. The foliage Variegated Holly Bush has a pretty golden margin to the leaf and clusters of red berries. Like all female berrying hollies it will need a male plant close by for pollination. It is great as a specimen plant or as part of a mixed shrub planting scheme in well drained, fertile soil, in an open position.

Pyracantha ‘Orange Glow’ as the name suggests produces clusters of orange berries, much loved by the birds. It is a vigorous evergreen shrub with spiny branches. It is useful as security plant on boundary fences and can be trained effectively onto wires. Plant in well drained, fertile soil and the black birds will be for ever grateful.

Malus ‘Red Sentinel’ is one of my favourite fruiting crab apples. It is grown for its clusters of glossy, cherry like fruits that mature to bright red and last well into winter. Like all crab apples it produces white blossom in the spring, but its main season is the winter. It is a great specimen tree for the smaller garden. Malus ‘John Downie’ is another very pretty crab apple with a more orange red, elongated fruit.

Viburnum rhytidophyllum is a much underrated large, leathery leaved evergreen shrub. It produces small, white tubular flowers in late spring followed by clusters of pretty red berries which persist into the winter ripening to black. It is a bit different and well worth considering for a mixed shrub border.

Why not get out this winter and embrace the changing of the seasons?! The University Botanic Garden Cambridge and Anglesey Abbey both have good winter gardens and coffee shops to warm up in afterwards. So wrap up and get out into the garden!

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Ashwell Barley Bassingbourn The Health Centre, Royston Market Hill Surgery, Royston Melbourn Roysia Surgery, Royston

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Anglian Water (Sewerage) Emergencies 08457 145145 Electricity -Emergency & loss of supply 0800 783 8838 Gas Emergencies 0800 111 999 Household Waste Recycling Centres Royston Beverley All year daily, Close, off York Way, Royston SG8 5HF 8am - 4pm Thriplow Gravel Pit Hill, Thriplow, Cambs SG8 7HZ 08444 994777 Open daily 8am - 5pm, Summer Open daily 8am 01763 848244 - 4pm, Winter. (1 October-31 March) 08444 994778 Three Valleys Water 0845 782 3333

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