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WELCOME To the November issue of The Listing Community

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

Expect to start the month with a whizz and a bang as Fireworks Nights take place in the area. Notably, Icknield Walk and Wimpole Hall host their events on Saturday 2nd November. The following weekend is Remembrance Day. The Royston Branch of the Royal British Legion host this excellent event, which is always well attended by townsfolk of all ages and a poignant reminder of all that those in the Services have done for us in the past and continue to do now. In-house, we are delighted to welcome Sharon Windebank to The Listing team. Sharon is well known in the town as she’s been a familiar face at Saffron Insurance on Kneesworth Street in Royston for the past 9 years. She joins Kate Berry, Cath Boughton and Lucy Boughton here in the office, and she’s already enjoying getting out and about and meeting so many businesses in the area! This is our 99th* issue and we’re delighted to be still going strong and working with so many of you in our local community. If we can help your business, organisation, group, club or you, then please do get in touch. We’ll be delighted to hear from you.

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OUT & ABOUT The Royal British Legion

REMEMBRANCE DAY The Royal British Legion are in everybody’s minds at this time of year and the Poppy Appeal is in full swing but what else do they do for our community? I had the pleasure of chatting to Chris Murphy who is Branch Chairman of the Royal British Legion Royston Branch and he gave me a rundown of what the Legion means today for so many people. The Legion provides valuable support and resources to the serving and ex-Service community and their families. This is practical help to young and old with initiatives like the Battle Back Centres to support people who have returned from the most recent conflicts with disabilities. Chris emphasised that the wider community can play their part by ensuring that those in need of the valuable, practical and emotional support provided by the Royal British Legion are referred to the charity. Sometimes the camaraderie of being involved in the social side of the British Legion can be a tonic in itself. Chris said Remembrance Sunday, and Armistice Day

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conflicts pass and become more distant in the memory it is especially important to remember those who gave their last full measure so we may live in peace and freedom. We must also remember those who are still with us, who through their Service may have suffered and will need help to deal with the issues they face. We remember the dead but we must not forget the living. So, this year, wear your poppy with pride but don’t forget the ongoing work of the Royal British Legion throughout the year as they stand “Shoulder to Shoulder” with all who serve. The Parade this year will set off from Queens Road, Royston at 10.25am on Sunday 10th November and arrive at the Melbourn Street Memorial at 10.40am. The main service will start at 10.45am. The Armistice Day Remembrance Service will take place on Monday 11th November at the War Memorial, Melbourn Street at 10.50am followed by a short service at the American memorial in the Priory Memorial Gardens. If people wish to join and support the Royal British Legion they do not have to have been in the Services, just have the desire to support the aims and objectives of the Legion. Please contact the Royston Branch of the Royal British Legion for more information on 01763 244560 or email rblroystonbranch@ yahoo.co.uk

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Foxton’s exhibition team, led by Foxton School’s head Jenny Jones, are looking forward to welcoming all visitors and artists to the Autumn Art Exhibition’s 11th year at Foxton’s attractive and modern village hall. The exhibition had been held for many years as a very popular and highly regarded display in the old Foxton School building however, a move to a new site meant that the exhibition stopped for a few years. In 2003 it was enthusiastically resurrected and has since received praise from artists and visitors alike for the professional and tasteful presentation of work from local artists. Each year the exhibition has grown and since 2008 the works of art have been displayed in two large halls. In 2012 Karen Butler-Clark and her volunteers were delighted to receive the Art Exhibition award in the South Cambridgeshire District Council Arts Awards. Expect to see work by established and up and coming talented local artists. One regular and renowned supporter of the exhibition is Jane Hollidge, whose delicate ceramic work and stunning landscapes are very popular. Exhibiting artists for 2013 include Julie Baker, whose clever use of light and colour in her oil paintings creates beautiful evocative landscapes inspired by the Cambridgeshire Fens and Michael Papworth, a young artist, who, in 2012, won the visitor’s vote for the exhibition’s most popular exhibit with his image ‘Under the Moonlight’. Michael’s striking landscapes use texture, colour and the process of lithography to reveal the ever changing stories of nature All proceeds support the primary school in exciting ways including visual and performing arts. Exhibits are displayed in a variety of medias including ceramics, wood and textiles as well as oils, pastels, watercolour, ink and photography. Foxton Autumn Art Exhibition Fri 15th Preview evening. Free entry 7.30pm - 9.30pm Sat 16th 10.30am-4pm £2.00 entry (children free) Sun 17th 11am-4pm £2.00 entry (children free) Foxton Village Hall, Hardman Road, Foxton, CB22 6RN

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The club was established following the tremendous response given by the public to an exhibition organised by the Royston Community Association early in 1987 using the community rooms at the rear of Royston Town Hall. Since then an annual exhibition has been set in the Royston Calendar to promote our hobby. In 2012 we moved to Bassingbourn Village College and held our biggest exhibition to date, arranging a free bus service from Royston to help ease car parking demands. All exhibitions have a good standard of scenic details to catch Model Railway Exhibition (Bassingbourn College) the eye and several layouts will have appeared in articles published e’ofBus ‘Heritag by the main model railway magazines. We also choose layouts that have trains running most Free the time! With many visitors spending more than 2 hours at the exhibition, we feelTo it is&important from to provide food and hot drinks (with seating) and make it available throughout the ston Bus Station Royday. At our exhibitions, we always try to provide a variety of layouts, from small table to n) some ay Statio Railwsize (Via top & 14.00, 15.00 hours 12 noonpossibly that require a large room. We also have a special ‘Thomas’ layout giving10.00 children , 11.00, (and adults) a chance to drive a train, many for the first time. All the proceeds from this go to the Children in Need charity as do monies raised from the face painting activity. Each year we have strived to increase the number of layouts of various scales selecting them from clubs and private individuals from all over East Anglia. This year we will display our club layout of ‘Appleton Dene’ which has been featured in the November 2013 edition of the Railway Modeller magazine. We will also have demonstrations such as models, scenery and miniature tree making. There are ‘trade stands’ offering new and second hand items from small tools to parts and complete kits from small businesses to the latest boxed railway set by the main UK model railway providers, such as Bachmann and Hornby. We see many visitors from the Royston and East Anglia area every year, others from further afield. Some see it as a fantastic opportunity to purchase some early Christmas presents! Whether you are an experienced modeller, just starting in the hobby, or returning to the hobby after a period of absence all are welcome. Come along and give us a look over. No obligation to join the club. This year’s exhibition is held at Bassingbourn Village College, South End, Bassingbourn, Nr Royston, SG8 5NJ, 16th November 2013 – opens at 10.30am A free ‘Heritage’ bus will be running to-and-from Royston Bus Station (Via Railway Station) throughout the day: 10.00, 11.00, 12 noon & 14.00, 15.00 hours Subject to weather conditions, the Royston Model Engineers will again be offering sit-on rides behind their lovely model railway steam engines in an outside area. Saturday 16th November 10:30 am - 5pm Accompanied children will be allowed in for free! (Adults £4) For more information and pictures of previous exhibitions please see our web site http://www.roystondmrc.co.uk

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Royston Bridge Club are embarking on a new venture for anyone interested in playing the enthralling game of Contract Bridge, a card game based on whist, but with much more interest and challenges to it. As one attains better techniques and skill levels the game gets more exciting. Bridge is more than just a game, it is also a social event offering a widening circle of friendships. The game is a good way to keep your mind active and improve memory and analytical techniques. We are introducing Bridge courses for complete beginners and for those who can play but need refreshing into the modern techniques and conventions. The course objective is for trainees to reach a standard of play so they feel comfortable within a club environment. All ages are welcome. Tuesday evenings, 7.30 – 10pm on 22nd October 2013, in Litlington, Cambs, with a professional tutor. You will still be welcome, even if you have missed early lessons. For details see www. bridgewebs.com/roystonherts or www.bridgewebs.com/mordenruffians or contact Morgan Bunday, 01763 853213 or 07960 975572 morgan@bunday.co.uk

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Last month’s article in the Royston Connects series praised and blamed the revolution in digital communication for its impact on our lives, including the breakdown of communities. But it was also suggested that online WORKING TOGETHER initiatives can connect people around local concerns which may then lead ONLINE to face-to-face exchanges; three examples follow. For ten years, people have been trading their time through Royston Time Bank, earning and spending time credits – 1 credit for 1 hour’s help. In recent years, an online facility has put the matching process in the hands of time bank members themselves and extended coverage beyond Royston. You can sign up for free at www.mytimebank.org.uk. Streetlife is a national social network with a local focus. Nearly 450 people in and around Royston are discovering the delights of sharing local knowledge and personal opinions. When asked “what do you like about Streetlife?” responses ranged from access to North Herts District Council and recommendations for local service providers, to intelligence on town centre developments and events information. You can join the online conversations at www.streetlife. com and start your own. The newest addition to the list of online matching facilities is Herts Skills Share at www. volunteeringherts.org/skills-share.html. Launched in September, this facility helps charities find volunteers with the professional skills to develop time-limited projects. Royston Volunteer Centre (info@roystonvolunteer.org.uk) can help you make the most of Skills Share. Over to you - go to www.twitter.com/#RoystonConnects, find out more, and look out for next month’s Royston Connects article on saving the planet and making money.

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The MADS pantomime returns to the stage with Aladdin on Friday 29th November, 7.30pm Saturday 30th at 2.00pm and 7.30pm and Sunday 1st December, 2.00pm all at Meldreth Village Hall. Book tickets online at www.melbourn. org.uk/amateur-dramatics/contact-us/ by email: Melbournamateurdramatics@ hotmail.co.uk Or call the box office on 0751 345 7845. The Old School Studio, Old School Lane, Whittlesford, Cambridge CB22 4YS The Old School Studio, Whittlesford, Cambridge CB22 4YS www.theoldschoolstudio.co.uk www.theoldschoolstudio.co.uk

Art & Craft Workshops

Painting & Craft Work-Shops including: Silk Painting, Pastels, Acrylics, Textiles, Card Making, Flower Arranging etc Drop-in-and-Paint days Open Door Policy

Pastels, Acrylics, Oils, Watercolours, Life Drawing, Card Making, Flower Arranging etc For further information email: info@theoldschoolstudio.co.uk Drop-in-and-Paint days • Open Door Policy Tel: Val or Helen 01223 833064 furtherad_Layout information1email: Half pageFor Villages 15/10/2013 14:24 info@theoldschoolstudio.co.uk Tel: Val 01223 833064

Ample free parking Full range of refreshments 6.30pm Saturday 2nd November Entry: £5 11s and under: £3 Last entry 6.15pm Page 1

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LOCAL HISTORY PUBLICATION BLICATION AND CAN YOU HELP?

The Pilgrimage to Our Lady of White hill: Antiquaries, local historians and the formation of a historical tradition, by Jonathan Spain, September, 2013. Local residents may be interested in this recent publication which describes the evidence for a medieval pilgrimage site at Chapel Hill, near Haslingfield and the role played by local antiquaries and historians in preserving its memory and maintaining the tradition over three hundred years through to modern times. It’s about how local history is created and what motivates those who have written about it. Call for personal recollections: Jonathan Spain is a writer/researcher who lives in LOCAL WRITER Shepreth. This booklet is the first in a series of local studies. He is currently researching the history of fruit farming in South Cambs., and would be interested to hear from anyone JONATHAN SPAIN who worked in the orchards. To make contact with Jonathan or to order his publication, go to his blogsite: Jonathanspain. wordpress.com and leave a reply in the comment box, or email him at jrspain1@hotmail.com Jonathan’s telephone number is 01763 262007.

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Double glazed unit manufacturer • Glass cut to size and supplied • Mirror and Greenhouse Glass • Misted units replaced from £40 inc VAT • PLUS our one stop window shop: Glass cleaners • Silicones • Putties • Security Tapes • Glazing Packers and Fitting Tools - All at trade prices! Trade and Public welcome • 24 hour turnaround Friendly helpful local service

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Bar open Monday to Saturday 12 to 11pm Pub Newly Refurbished Village Sunday 12 to 6pm Food served Monday to Saturday 12 to 3, 6 to 9pm 12 toDay 5pm CelebratingSunday Christmas

Locally Sourced Home Cooked Menu 4 course menu £45.00 Limited spaces Festive Menus Available

Real Ales – Fine Wines 2 Courses £15.50/3 Courses £21

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Open Monday to Saturday 12 to 11pm Sunday 12 to 6pm Food served Monday to Saturday 12 to 3, 6 to 9p Sunday 12 to 4pm

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FIELDGATE NURSERIES, STATION RD,Bank MELDRETH Holiday Monday May 6

• Free Range Bronze Turkeys • Award WinningCharity Natural Turkeys • Day – Live Music • Turkey Breast Rolls • Local Free Range CornPetanque Fed Chickens • Knockout – BBQ • Large selection of Local Wild GameStarts & Venison from• 12.30pm • Local Free Range Ducks, Cockerels & Geese • Home Cured Gammon, Natural Oak Smoked Gammon • Large selection of 1lb, 2lb, 3lb & 4lb Hand-raised Pork Pies • • Full Range of Cutting Pies including Game, Duck & Orange • • Turkey & Ham, Chicken & Apricot, Pork & Apple, Pork & Apricot • • MacScween Haggis & Black Puddings • Award Winning Natural Local Pork • • Locally Produced 4-week Hung Beef, Scotch Beef • Home of the Turkey Ballantine • Chicken Ballantine • Duck Ballantine • • Home of the Celebrated Meldreth Sausage and Chipolatas •

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Open Mon-Fri 8am-5pm Sat 8am-2pm

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Rid your lawn of moss & weeds. Start today!

Paul and Tina Davey, MsRCVS, Veterinary Surgeons

7 Mortlock Street, Melbourn, Royston Herts SG8 6DB

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

Local family business

Tel. 01763 262696

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

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The Walkers Partnership Solicitors DO YOU NEED TO MAKE A WILL OR REVISE YOUR EXISTING WILL? If so, please take advantage of our reduced rate wills offer. Please note that reduced rate wills will be available every week day from 8am until 6pm, and on Tuesday evenings until 8pm, by appointment only. Also on the Saturday mornings of 9th and 23rd NOVEMBER and 7th DECEMBER, again by appointment only. Reduced rates are:-

Free estimates &

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Collection & delivery service available

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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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Limited December Dates Available

Christmas Menu Glass of sparkling ‘Festive Fizz’ on arrival

Primi

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

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

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

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the ad hoc cocktail club American Honey Sours DINNER MENU £19.95 A new cocktail, from our new list, set to come out in November... Enjoy!

On arrival enjoy a Glass of Prosecco with a dash of our Homemade Marshmallow Vodka

To Start

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

50ml Wild Turkey American Honey Bourbon 2 wedges of lemon 2 wedges of lime teaspoon of honey

Followed By...

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

1. In a cocktail shaker add the lime, lemon and honey and muddle until you have a syrup mixture. 2. Add the Wild Turkey, then ﬁll with ice 3. Shake the cocktail until the outside is frosted then strain over ice into a rocks glass. 4. Garnish with a wedge of lemon and lime and two straws.

All dishes served with a selection of seasonal vegetables

Something sweet to finish...

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

Then finally...

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

Bottoms Up!!

www.adhocbarandkitchen.com Tel: 01763 246 838 | info@adhocbarandkitchen.com The Old Court House, Fish Hill, Royston, Herts SG8 9XT

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Local Markets in November

Let the game begin! The Mid-week Set Game Menu at The Red Cow Game, Set and Catch it While it's Here! • Don't miss our set-price game menu, available Tuesday - Thursday for lunch and dinner until end of January • Featuring superb locally sourced pheasant, pigeon, partridge, venison & hare

Have Yourselves a Very Merry Chrishallmas!

• Book your perfect Christmas get together now • 2 courses £19, 3 courses £24.50, see website for our mouth-watering menus

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

LES ROUTIERS PUB OF THE YEAR 2013

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

Orwell Pannier Market 1st Saturday monthly Sat 2nd November 10-12noon Orwell Village Hall Linton Farmers & Crafts Market 1st Saturday monthly Sat 2nd November 9am - 12noon Linton Village College Fowlmere Farmers’ Market 2nd Saturday monthly Sat 9th November 9am - 12noon Village Hall

Sandon Farmers’ Market 3rd Saturday monthly Sat 23rd November 9.30am - 12noon Village Hall Croydon Village Market Last Sunday monthly Sun 24th November 10.30am - 1pm Village Hall Shepreth Village Hall Market Last Saturday monthly Sat 30th November 10am - 12.30pm Village Hall

Farmers’ Market Wimpole 2nd Saturday monthly Sat 9th November from 10am - 4pm Wimpole Hall

Order turkey for your table ...

...and Hampers for your friends

Find gifts for all your family...

...and your perfect Christmas tree

CHRISTMAS WRAPPED UP AT BURY LANE

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

Fresh Fruit and Veg • Delicatessen • Butchers • Fishmongers • Café • Giftware • Garden Centre • Fun Barn

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AUTUMN FAYRE

Let’s celebrate Autumn – now is your chance given the abundance of nature’s warehouse with the harvest all gathered in. Recapture the benefits of choosing produce which is now in season, plentiful and reasonably priced over these next few months. Have a look at Game and if it is new to you as a meat, ask our butchers for suggestions on how to cook it. Combine it in a meal with delicious root crops such as parsnip and sweet potato and fruit. What better combination than simply roasted pheasant and a few free range pork chipolata sausages and a pot full of roasted vegetables and finished with a delicious fruit jelly? Yummy. All this of course is a precursor to choosing food for celebrating Christmas. Let Knibbs Meat Safe help you by offering you an Order Service - it is so much easier to start now than having to worry in the week leading up to 25th December when frankly you are probably wishing the New Year has been and gone! Once again we are offering you the chance to win your Christmas Turkey – do call in and ask for details. Don’t forget not only can Knibbs Meat Safe see to it there is a turkey (or rib of beef, pork or pheasant, venison) with your name on it, but we can also ensure there is a delicious cheese order and other deli products awaiting your collection too.

Knibbs Meat Safe, Church Lane, Royston 01763 246316

Country food at its best ...

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

Order Now for Christmas

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

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

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

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

10 Church Lane, Royston, Herts. SG8 9LG Tel: 01763 246316

Autumn FAyre

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‘Getting Stuck In’

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

A growing independent, family-run business specialising in bespoke, homemade cheesecakes with a huge variety of ﬂavours! Chocolate Orange • Chilli Chocolate • Matchmakers • Malteasers • Strawberry • Cherry • Raspberry • Kiwi • Lemon • Blueberry • Baileys • Praline • Cookies & Cream • Mint Chocolate • Maple Pecan • To name but a few....

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

07875 498033 liz@simply-cheesecake.co.uk

CHRISTMAS FAYRE

Royston Means Business is really excited to announce that an ice rink has been organised for its Christmas Fayre on the weekend of 7th/8th December. Details of how to book tickets will be publicised in the next few weeks. It is hoped that the ice rink will be a popular attraction in the town and grow from a single weekend this year to a whole week next year. On the 7th December the Christmas Fayre will bring the High Street alive with music, food and drink, gift stalls and our wonderful Santa’s grotto. At the end of the day the Christmas lights will be switched on by the Mayor. We would like to thank Royston First, Redrow Homes, Curwens and Linda Turner Interiors for their financial support of this event. If you are interested in sponsoring the event or booking a stall, there are still opportunities to do so. Please email: roystonmeansbusiness@gmail.com Mark the weekend in your diary – you really don’t want to miss this fantastic event.

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New Business Launch

SIMPLY CHEESECAKE

One year ago this month, a new concept was launched in Royston. Simply Cheesecake strove to stand apart from the other cakey businesses out there, offering a unique service in dessert provision. Our concept? Bespoke, freshly handmade, hand delivered, high quality cheesecakes made with love, dedication and commitment to creating a dessert which appeals to all palettes. We pride ourselves on making any flavour or combination desired, hence a creation of a peanut butter, chocolate and banana cheesecake. Whilst this may not be to everyone’s taste (certainly not mine!) we like to think we have risen to every challenge thrown our way, most recently in the creation of a Black Forest Gateaux cheesecake and a Jamaican Ginger cheesecake. We offer cheesecakes in a range of sizes – our ‘standard’ range from 8 to 16 slice, our ‘function/wedding’ range which go from 24 to 32 deep slices, our bite-size tray bakes (as served in Glazed Creations) and our 3-portion ‘quarters’. Christmas is coming up and we have started taking orders for our seasonal Santa special – a white chocolate cheesecake with strawberry creamy Santas on top (pictured). Our most popular flavours are the Chocolate Orange, Strawberry and White Chocolate, Cookies and Cream and Tiramisu, but you are only limited by your imagination. We are also able to make some dietary specific alternative versions, such as lactose free.

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

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What’s on

Family Friendly Event

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

Give Blood

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

BIG TOP Holiday Club

Monday 28th October to Friday 1st November, From 9.45am to 12.30pm each day. With Charlie the Monkey and Yo-Yo the Clown, games and craft, songs and stories. For all children aged 4 – 11, admission free. Contact Gill Grainger on 01763 242682 or Richard Elcock on 01763 208381. Royston Methodist Church, Queen’s Road

Light Party

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

Bonﬁre Night

Farming and Wildlife

Antiques & Vintage Fair

Royston Lions Quiz Night

Sat 2nd Nov, 6.30pm start Refreshments available include Hot Dogs from Crumps butchers of Ashwell, licensed bar (mulled wine, beer, soft drinks), cakes and treats Hinxworth Recreation Ground Tickets: 01462 742297 Sun 3rd Nov, 10am - 4pm Homemade cakes & refreshments Barkway Village Hall, SG8 8BS Contact: 01763289748, info@ flapperfortunes.co.uk

Magic – A Kind of Queen

Sun 3rd Nov, 7.45pm Gordon Craig Theatre, Stevenage Box office: www.gordon-craig. co.uk, 01438 363200

Baby Massage

Messy Church Lite

Thurs 7th Nov, 9.30 - 11am Coffee, snacks and playtime St John the Baptist Church, Royston Contact: cmaybury@ntlworld.com

Tannery Drift Open Morning

Thurs 7th Nov, 9.30 – 11am Come and see the school at work, everyone welcome Contact: 01763 235100

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

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

Ladybird Playgroup Christmas Fayre

Firework Display

Royston Folk Club

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

COMMUNITY

The Book Sale in Reed

Dance Workshop

cHALLenge Fund

Firework Display

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

Marketing Planning Workshop

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

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

60s and 70s Disco

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

Big Draw Private View

Meditation Event

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

Tues 5th Nov Learn how to massage your baby Royston Complementary Health Centre Contact: 01763 247440, enquiries@ rchc.co.uk Wed 6th Nov, 6 – 8pm Marketing plan for more profitable sales The Meeting Room, 42 Upper King Street, Royston Contact: Janet@ thetrainingmanager.com, 01763 245455

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

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

Fri 8th Nov, 2.30 – 4.30pm There will be many stalls selling christmas gifts and a tombola for the children Thriplow School Fri 8th Nov, 7.30pm Royston Folk Club Open Mic night Featuring the Sheri Kershaw Band, and Cambridge band Unity as well as solo artists The Old Bull Inn, Royston Contact/tickets: 01763 249296, www.roystonfolk.org

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

Christmas Fayre

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

Early Bird Christmas Shopping Sat 9th Nov, 2 – 5pm Local stall holders, hand-crafted items and excellent gift ideas Hardwicke Arms, Arrington

Melbourn Fireworks Display Sat 9th Nov, starts 7pm Melbourn Primary School PTFA display Glow Sticks, BBQ, refreshments Tickets from Melbourn Co-op

London Welsh Rugby Club Choir Concert

Sat 9th Nov, 7.30pm St Mary’s Church, Guilden Morden Contact: stmaryscrf@gmail.com

Barn Dance

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

Charity Lunch

Sun 10th Nov To raise money for Orchid, the Male Cancer Charity

The lunch has been planned and organised by our Head Chef, Matt Janusz, who successfully overcame cancer last year South Farm, Shingay-cum-Wendy, Cambridgeshire Contact: 01223 207581

Remembrance Parade and Service

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

Remembrance Sunday

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

Bassingbourn URC Remembrance

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

We Will Remember Them

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

Life Coaching & NLP Workshops

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

St Mary’s School Open Morning

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

Selling, The Essential Skill

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

Reed Gardening Club

Wed 13th Nov Madingley Hall, Village Hall

Walk at Holme Fen

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

An Olympic Volunteer

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

Free Mouth Cancer Screening Fri 15th Nov “If in doubt check it out”. Call to book your free 5 minute screening. Royston Dental Suite, High Street, Royston. 01763 244805

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

Jumble Sale

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

Hedgerows and Hedge Laying

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

Model Railway Exhibition

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

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

Cheese & Wine Tasting Evening

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

Autumn Quiz Night

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

Greneway Christmas Market

Sun 17th Nov, 11am-3pm Jewellery, toys, books, handbags, pickles and jams, many lovely gifts, sweets and chocolate, luxury raffle, children’s activities, cut price Christmas gift wrap, your first chance to buy CADS panto tickets. Hot drinks, bacon rolls, cakes and entertainment provided by the school’s fabulous choir. The Greneway Middle School, Garden Walk, Royston SG8 7JF

Messy Church

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

Social Media Workshop

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

Time Bank Cafe

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

Messy Church

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

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

Phantom of the Opera

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

Tea Room

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

Barrington Craft Fair Sat 23rd Nov Barrington Village Hall

Bassingbourn Book Café’s Tenth Anniversary

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

Barley Christmas Market

Sat 23rd Nov, 11am - 4pm Craft stalls, charity stalls, other interesting stalls ,raffle, tombola and refreshments The Town House, Church end, Barley Contact: 01763 848705

Evening of Music

Sat 23rd Nov, 7.30pm Featuring the Montagnana Ensemble, Professional musicians playing Schubert’s Trout Quintet & soprano Irene Cooper singing Schubert’s Trout St Mary’s Church, Ashwell SG7 5QQ

Antique & Collectors Fair

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

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COMMUNITY

Exploring the Hidden History of Meldreth

Sun 24th Nov, 11am - 5pm View the finds from this summer’s 32 test pits and learn more about their significance. View a film of the project. Dr Carenza Lewis will be giving a talk. Free entry. Refreshments available. For more details call 01763 268428 or visit www.meldrethhistory.org.uk.

Come Dancing at Spirella

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

Body Language Workshop

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

Royston Wildlife Group

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

Greenﬁngers Garden Club Wed 27th Nov, 7.30pm There will be a talk on House Plants by Peter Jackson of Scotsdale Garden Centre Coombes community Centre, Royston

Young Curators running ‘Take Over Day’

Royston & Saffron Walden NT Assn, Speaker Ben Cowell, Regional Director of the National Trust 1 Myddylton Place, Saffron Walden Contact: 01799 513120

‘Transports of Delight’

Royston Folk Club

A Small World

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

Cambridge Motel

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

Festivaljazz

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

Conservation Day

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

Pembroke Farmhouse

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

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

Christmas Market

Christmas Swag Making Workshops

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

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

Mission Hospital in India

Thurs 28th Nov, 8pm With Revd Joy and Dr Geoff Levine Everyone welcome Royston Methodist Church, Queen’s Rd

Tannery Drift Christmas Fayre Fri 29th Nov, 3.30 - 5pm Tannery Drift School

Robert Hunter - Co-founder of the National Trust Fri 29th Nov, 7.20pm

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

Christmas Shopping Evening

Throughout the month Oliver

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

HypnoBirthing

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

COMMUNITY

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

Christmas Open Studio

Sat 30th Nov , Sun 1st, Sat 7th & Sun 8th Dec, 10am to 4pm Original hand pulled prints, hand printed textiles, handmade books, notebooks, cards By Anna Pye The Walnut House, 3 Station Road, Steeple Morden , SG8 0NN Contact: 01763852110, www. annapye.com

Cinderella

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

Christmas Pantomime

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

Pilates Classes

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

Open Doors Youth Club

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

Pilates classes

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

Reiki I & Reiki II Workshops Contact: 01763 247440 Royston Complementary Health Centre

Melbourn and District Photographic Club

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

Textile Exhibition by MESCH

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

Photography Exhibition

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

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In the garden... November

As autumn takes its shivery grip and we begin to head towards winter there are many beautiful plants in our gardens and countryside that are just beginning to show themselves. There are hips, hoares and flowers to feast the eyes on. There are so many to enjoy, here are just a few of the things to be looking out for. Our native hedgerows are full of rose hips from Rosa canina, Rosa eglanteria and hoares from Crataegus monogyna (Hawthorn) which are a welcome food source for birds. The native spindle is a very under rated plant, Euonymus europaeus ‘Red cascade’ has cracking rosy red fruits that catch the light on a sunny, frosty morning. Spindle was used in hedgerows years ago and is a good indicator of age. Prunus subhirtella ‘Autumnalis’ is a fantastic small specimen tree for the garden. It Viburnum x produces pretty pale pink flowers and is all the more spectacular for doing so before bodnantense ‘Dawn’ its leaves return in the spring. It thrives in most garden soils in a sunny position. Viburnum x bodnantense ‘Dawn’ would be in my top ten of autumn specimens. It is an upright shrub that is grown for its lovely clusters of small, fragrant, white and pink flowers. Plant it in an open position where you can enjoy the scent, in well drained, fertile soil. It is a must for any winter garden. Elaeagnus x ebbingei is an under used, evergreen shrub that often appears in my garden designs. It has silvery backs to the leaves and at this time of year produces an abundance of tiny creamy flowers that fill the air with scent. Because the flowers are small it is often over looked but well worth considering for a mixed border or as screening. Heathers are making a comeback into our gardens and despite their reputation from the 80’s they can be used well in mixed borders. Many heathers need acidic conditions to grow, but two that are happy on our chalky soils are Erica carnea ‘Myretoon Ruby’ and Erica darleyensis ‘White Perfection’. They are good value because they flower for such a long period through the autumn and winter. Why not get out in the autumn 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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CLIMBING PLANTS

by Pippa Greenwood

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

The initial few months will take some effort, but once growing well, most ground cover planting needs little if any maintenance except perhaps a very occasional trim, some food and water in drier weather. It has a superbly smothering effect on the weeds, killing weedlings and deterring further weeds from appearing. The denser the groundcover planting, the better the effect. Autumn is a great time for planting. Trees, shrubs, climbers and herbaceous plants that go in to the ground at this time of year often establish extremely well as they have the luxury of enjoying the relatively warm and yet moist soil, a perfect place for new roots to grow out and establish rapidly. Make sure you invest a bit of time and effort in to the preparation. Clear the area of weeds, digging out all tough weeds completely if you can. Fork the soil over, removing debris such as large stones or buried rubbish and then fork in plenty of well-rotted manure or garden compost, and perhaps a little slow-release feed too. If you’re planting up a slope, it’s worth trying to secure the soil a little too, as all that preparation and weed clearing will have loosened the surface and made it prone to erosion. Once growing well the roots of the plants will help to secure the slope brilliantly, but in the meantime, use landscape fabric pinned down onto the surface of the slope. Don’t be tempted to cram the plants in too closely. Given time they will form the desired effect if planted at the correct spacing. But if you fall in to the trap of planting them elbow to elbow, then they are more likely to become stressed and miserable, more prone to disease and will need thinning out. Make sure the plants are kept just moist at the roots until they’re well established and feed occasionally. By choosing varieties of plants which are recommended for use as groundcover you’ll be unlikely to have to do much if any pruning. So what should you choose to grow? Foliage

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that is attractive and interesting makes a wonderful groundcover planting and if you wish you can add a few more flamboyant flowering plants to the mixture too. By using plants with interestingly shaped leaves or variegated leaves your leafy planting will look even better. If you want a reasonable effect all year around, then select at least some of the plants you use from the evergreens. These may lose their leaves, but they do so gradually so you’ll never be left with totally bare soil. Great Shrubby Groundcover Ideas Heaths and Heathers, Cotoneaster horizontalis and Cotoneaster microphyllus, Stephandra incise ‘Crispa’, groundcover roses eg the ‘Flower Carpet’ roses. Great Shade-Tolerant groundcover Ideas Sarcococca hookeriana var.humilis, Mahonia repens, Gaultheria procumbens, Hypericum calycinum, many hebes including Hebe pinguifolia, Euonymus fortune cultivars such as ‘Emerald n’Gold’, ‘Emerald Gaiety’ Herbaceous Ground Cover in Shadier Spots Sweet violets, pulmonaria (lungworts) eg the white-flowered ‘Sissinghurst’, Bugle (the ajugas eg Ajuga reptans ‘Burgundy Glow’), Lysimachia nummularia (Creeping Jenny), Lily-of-the-valley, Lamium ‘White Nancy’ and Lamium ‘Silver Beacon’, Bergenia Sunnier Groundcove Snow-in-summer, thymes, oregano, many of the sedums, chamomile. Visit Pippa’s website www. pippagreenwood.com and sign up for Pippa’s free newsletter packed full of gardening hints, happenings, advice and offers and you will also receive a free ebook on organic gardening.

HOMES & GARDENS

ASHWELL

ASHWELL BABY & TODDLERS

Weds 9.45 - 11.15am, URC Hall, Ashwell. Rebecca Simon 01462 742076 rebeccasimon@ hotmail.co.uk

BARLEY TOTS

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

ASHWELL JAZZ

BELL RINGING

ASHWELL MESSY PLAY

BARRINGTON

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

Tues 8 - 9pm, St. Margaret of Antioch Church, Barley. Learn to ring church bells all welcome. Contact: Shelagh 01763 849401

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

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. buntingfordbirdsociety.com

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

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

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

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

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

HEYDON & GREAT CHISHILL WI

BASSINGBOURN-CUMKNEESWORTH W.I. BUDDING BEADERS

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

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

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 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

ORGANISATIONS

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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

LITLINGTON BADMINTON CLUB

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

LITLINGTON PRE-SCHOOL

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

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 SQUASH CLUB

SANDON PRE-SCHOOL LUNCH CLUB

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

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 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

LINDY HOP SWING JIVE DANCE CLUB

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

MORDEN RUFFIANS BRIDGE CLUB

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 for Sept. Contact Kate Pumfleet 01763 261489.

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

MELBOURN DYNAMOS FC

REED

MELBOURN HISTORY GROUP

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

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

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

MELBOURN 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.

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

REED CRICKET CLUB

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

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

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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ORGANISATIONS

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

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.

LADIES CIRCLE

We meet on the 2nd & 4th Thurs monthly. A social organisation for ladies aged 18 to 45. Activities this year include a pamper evening, tea party, belly dancing class, bowling, carriage driving, christmas tree decoration making as well as fundraising events. Contact Hannah Paradis (Chairman) 01763 220967 or hanja_2@hotmail.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

KUMON MATHS & ENGLISH

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

ORGANISATIONS

Barley Town House, Fri 8pm. Prospective new members welcome to come and visit us, but call first. Tony Noad, 01763 848424.E-mail aknoad@aol.com

ROYSTON & DISTRICT MOTOR CYCLE CLUB

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)

MAMASUGARSHAKES

Caribbean Groove singing, dancing and drama for 0-5year olds. Contact 07793 726428, info@ mamasugarshakes.com New 12 week class starting Mondays 30th September at 1pm or £6 - just 50p per class at Coombes Community Centre. Other classes available.

PLAY MUSIC PLAY

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

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

ROYSTON & DISTRICT MODEL RAILWAY CLUB

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

LITTLE LINGUISTS

FIVE ‘O’ TABLE TENNIS AND SOCIAL CLUB

FRANK LETTS BLIND FELLOWSHIP OF ROYSTON

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

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

ELECTRALITES MAJORETTES

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

ROYSTON & DISTRICT MENCAP SOCIETY

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

LIBRARY KNITTING GROUP

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

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

KARATE CLASES

PRIORY QUILTERS

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

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

ROYSTON & DISTRICT FAMILY HISTORY SOCIETY

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

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 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 CHESS CLUB

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

ROYSTON CHORAL SOCIETY

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

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

ROYSTON CRICKET CLUB

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

ROYSTON 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

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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 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

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

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

ROYSTON SPIRITUAL AWARENESS

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

ROYSTON SWIMMING CLUB

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

ROYSTON TABLE TENNIS CLUB

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

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. 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 Thurs 7.30 - 10.30pm at Coombes Community Centre, Burns Road, Royston. Play competitive table tennis with 6 teams of varying ability in the North Herts League Fred Bendall, 01763 230050 or Gordon Barnes, Club Secretary 01763 249713 or secretary@roystonttc.com. www.roystonttc.com

ROYSTON TENNIS CLUB

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

ROYSTON 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

SAS SWIMMING

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

TIGER TOTS PRESCHOOL GYMNASTICS TIME TRACKERS

TINY TALK BABY SIGNING

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

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 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/

ROYSTON RUGBY CLUB

ROYSTON RUNNERS

ROYSTON YOUNG VOICES

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

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ORGANISATIONS

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PHIL MAYO 01763 257852 0779 324 1039 kttpure@gmail.com

UNDERSTANDING OUR PAST: EXHIBITION

Over the summer, the Meldreth History Society dug 32 test pits. This exhibition - Exploring the Hidden History of Meldreth - is a chance to view the finds and learn more about their significance and also to view a film of the project. Dr Carenza Lewis will be giving a talk at 3pm. Meldreth Village Hall, Sunday 24th November from 11am until 5pm. www.meldrethhistory. org.uk.

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HOMES & GARDENS

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HOMES & GARDENS

ACCOMMODATION

The Old Bull Inn, Royston The Chequers Hillside House Royston The Fox and Duck, Therfield

01763 242003 01763 244788 01763 247551 01763 287246

Royal British Legion Royston Conservative Club Royston Golf Club Royston Methodist Hall lettings@royston-methodist.org.uk Royston Town FC

01763 244560 01763 246427 01763 242696

07795 820127/ 07772 086709 Ashwell United Reformed Church 01462 894756 St Mary’s Church Hall, Royston 01763 243117 Churches Together in Royston & Dis. 07923 883438 Shepreth Village Hall 01763 261183 Bassingbourn Parish Church Steeple Morden Village Hall 01763 244836 01763 853073 Bassingbourn URC The Old Bull Inn, Royston 01763 245571 01763 242003 Fowlmere United Reformed Church Town Hall and Market Hill Rooms 01440 761241 01763 245484 Guilden Morden Parish Church 01763 853217 Thriplow Village Hall 01223 839788 Guilden Morden Congregational Church 01763 852883 Whaddon Village Hall 01223 207703 Open House Project 01763 246799 HEALTH Melbourn Baptist Church 01763 261650 NHS Direct 24-hour helpline 0845 46 47 Melbourn Parish Church 01763 260295 LEISURE Melbourn United Reformed Church Bassingbourn Sports Centre 01763 242344 X 262 SMS 07873 01763 262346 455637 Meldreth Parish Church 01763 260295 Melbourn Sports Centre 01763 263313 Revelation Youth Church, Meldreth 01763 262440 LIBRARY Royston Catholic Church 01763 243117 Royston Library 01438 737333 Royston Methodist Church 01763 256816 OPTICIANS Royston Parish Church 01763 246371 J. Oliver Radley Opticians 01763 273300 Royston Spiritualist Church 01223 503345 POLICE STATION St Marys Church, Ashwell 01462 742 601 Royston Police Station Therfield Chapel 01438 757908 01763 287220 Non Emergency Number Therfield Parish Church 101 01763 287364 TOWN CENTRE CONTACTS Trinity Life Church 01763 230350 Steve Barrett - Markets Manager Thriplow Parish Church 01763 245484 01763 208132 United Benefice of Barkway, Reed and Buckland with Barley 01763 848077 Geraint Burnell - Town Centre Manager 01763 248564

CHURCHES

TRANSPORT

CITIZENS ADVICE

Citizens Advice Bureau, Royston

DENTISTS

Ashwell Dental The Dentist, Buntingford Priory Dental Centre, Royston Market Hill Dental Care, Royston The Royston Dental Practice

01462 742353 01763 271695 01763 246677 01763 244298 01763 243268

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

01763 243166

DOCTORS

HALLS

08444 111444

All Saints’ Community Hall, Melbourn Ashwell UR Church Hall Ashwell Village Hall Barkway Village Hall Barley Town House Bassingbourn Village College Coombes Community Centre Eternit Sports and Social Club Fordham Memorial Hall, Therfield Fowlmere Village Hall Greneway School, Royston The Guide Hut, Royston Ashwell Village Hall Litlington Village Hall Meldreth Village Hall Melbourn UR Church Hall Reed Village Hall

USEFUL NUMBERS

National Rail Enquiries Royston & District Community Transport

UTILITIES

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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 01763 242981 VETS Royston Veterinary Centrer 01763 248111 01763 242221 01763 260220 Melbourn Veterinary Surgery 01763 262696

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Volunteer Centre, Royston and District, Royston Hospital, 01763 269977 London Road, Royston, Herts SG8 9EN. 01763 243020 01462 742757 07805 216869 01763 848347 01763 849488 01763 246136 01763 248081 01763 260250 01763 287549 08704 649200 01763 243650 01763 245914 07805 216869 01763 852809 01763 262512 01763 246458 01763 848303

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