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Take a closer look
clubs and associations
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Welcome to
Clubs and AssociationsOur clubs, societies and organisations in Royston make a large contribution to the activities and vibrancy of the town.
From churches to children’s activities, social to sports, you will find something for all ages and interests to get involved in, meet new people, learn new skills, and enjoy all that our town has to offer.
Royston. Take a closer look.
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ContentsAdventure 04
Advice 05
Business 06
Children 08
Church 13
Creative 15
Education 20
Environment 23
Fundraising 24
Health 24
Hobbies 25
Outdoor 26
Social 27
Sport 33
Support 43
Visit 46
Voluntary 48
Youth 48
About Royston 52
Royston Map 54
Explore. Discover. Experience.
Front cover image © Matt Salmon 2015
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Adventure
aPis (anglia Paranormal investigation society)An independent group of professional people with a common interest in the investigation and explanation of paranormal phenomena
location Market Hill Rooms, Fish Hill, Royston SG8 7JL time Monthly Web www.apisteamspirit.co.uk tel 01763 220374 Email [email protected]
Royston army cadet ForceMilitary Youth: first aid, adventure training, community work, shooting, sports, map & compass. Duke of Edinburgh Award scheme
location Dodkin Hut, Tannery Drift, Royston SG8 5DEtime Mondays and Wednesdays, 7.30pmWeb www.armycadets.com tel 07963 359758Email [email protected]
Royston district Girl GuidingRainbows, Brownies, Guides and Rangers. For girls 5 - 18 years
location Guide HQ, Garden Walk, Royston SG8 7HP Royston Methodist Church Hall, Queens Road, Royston SG8 7AU
time Various times through the weektel Claire Walkiden, 01763 247803Email [email protected]
Royston district scoutsOpen to all boys and girls from 6 to 18 years in Royston and the surrounding villages. Beavers - 6 to 8; Cubs - 8 to 10.5; Scouts - 10.5 to 14.5; Explorers - 14.5 to 18. Plus opportunities for adults to be part of Scouting
location Various locationstime Various timesEmail [email protected]
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Royston district trefoil GuildWe have a varied social calendar including speakers and outings and sometimes help out with the Guide and Brownie functions
location Guide HQ, Garden Walk, Royston SG8 7HPtime First Wednesday monthly, 7.30-9.30pmtel Joyce Mallows, 01763 245914 or Val Stamp, 01763 243801Email [email protected]
Royston Power KitersLocal Power Kite, Buggy and Board Club. We meet on windy days! Training available
location The Heath, Royston SG8 5BGtime Various times, evenings and weekendsWeb www.therpk.co.uktel 01763 249199
st John ambulanceBadgers and cadets groups
location St John Ambulance Hall, Newmarket Road, Royston SG8time Tuesdays various timesWeb www.sja.org.ukEmail [email protected]
Advice
citizens advice (north Herts)North Herts and District Citizens Advice
location Town Hall, Royston SG8 7DAtime Drop in Mondays and Wednesdays, 9.30am-12.00noonWeb www.northhertscab.org.uktel National Advice line number: 03444 111 444 Mondays-Fridays, 10.00am-4.00pmEmail [email protected]
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Business
4n4N is a National Networking organisation with meetings around the country that are 50% Business and 50% Social. Advanced booking is required
location The Old Bull Inn, Royston SG8 9AWtime Fortnightly on Thursdays 8-10amWeb www.4networking.biz/Email Tony Field, [email protected]
bni: the Force chapterA business and professional networking organisation whose primary purpose is to exchange qualified business referrals. One person per profession to join a chapter. So once you’ve joined, none of your competitors can participate
location The Heath (Baldock Road, Royston, SG8 5BG)time Every Wednesday at 6.45amtel Leah Sands, 07870 994795Email [email protected]
business babble RoystonApproachable hands on supportive group for women who run (or are setting up) their own business
location The Reception Area at The Old Bull Inn, Royston SG8 9AWtime Usually the first Monday of the month at 7.30pm (for
informal chatter) for 8.00pm until 10.00pmWeb www.businessbabble.nettel Jayne Bratton, 07764 657576Email [email protected]
coffee and connectAn informal business networking event in the centre of Royston. Free to all members of the Royston Chamber of Commerce and £2.50 for non-members
location Ad Hoc, Royston SG8 9XTtime First Friday monthly, 10.30-11.30amtel Julia Brooks, 01763 877110Email [email protected]
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Friday FizzFREE business & social networking event. Simply go to the month’s chosen venue, buy a drink from the bar, and meet the group for an informal after-work catch up
location Various locations, Roystontime Last Friday monthly, 5.30-7.30pmWeb www.facebook.com/FridayFizzRoystontel Sharon, 01763 248447Email sharon@townhousepublishing. co.uk
Royston & district chamber of commerceA representative group for businesses in Royston and the surrounding area who wish to increase the commercial prosperity of the town and its members
location Various locations, Roystontime Bi-monthly meetingsWeb www.roystonchamber.orgtel Anna Stocks, 01763 878304Email [email protected]
Royston business breakfast clubdetails An informal business breakfast networking eventlocation Various locations, Royston areatime Third Thursday monthly, 7.30amtel Alannah Macdonald, 01763 245234 Email [email protected]
Royston business network - RbnMeet other business people to find suppliers and customers
location The Heath, Royston SG8 5BGtime Thursdays, 7.30amWeb www.roystonbn.co.uktel Steve DeHavilland, 07505 464031Email [email protected]
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Royston FirstThe result of the BID Renewal Vote means that Royston will now continue to benefit from a sustained programme of investment in a wide range of ongoing and new project initiatives, as detailed in the BID Prospectus
Web www.roystonfirst.comtel 01763 878242Email [email protected]
Royston Means businessRoyston has many great qualities that make it a great place to trade and do business. A number of local businesses have come together to form this group that is seeking to promote Royston’s position as a retail and business centre
Web www.facebook.com/RoystonMeansBusinessEmail [email protected]
Royston open secretsOne giant marquee filled with local businesses, community groups, voluntary organisations, local charities and more... In addition sports groups, Royston clubs and societies have all been invited to really show off what our great town has to offer!
time One Sunday in JuneWeb www.open-secrets.co.uktel 01763 223216Email [email protected]
Children
baby Rhyme timeJust drop in!
location Royston Library, Market Hill, Royston SG8 9JN
time Wednesdays, 10.00-10.30am and 11.00-11.30am
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baby Yoga (mother and baby yoga)Classes for small groups. Gentle stretching, strengthening and relaxation for you and your baby. Lots of songs. Yoga balls, sensory toys, handouts, refreshment time included. Suitable from 8 weeks to crawling
location Royston Complementary Health Centre, Halstead Chambers, 31B Market Hill, Royston SG8 9JS
time Tuesdays, 11.30am-1.00pm (5 week courses)Web www.babymassageherts.co.uktel Penny Constantinou, 07944 416572Email [email protected]
boys allowed for dads and totsOrganised by Royston and Villages Children’s Centre.
Parent and child sessions in purpose built Under 5’s room with soft play outside area
location Coombes Community Centre, Burns Road, Royston SG8 5PTtime Saturdays, 9.30-11.00amtel 01763 243338Email [email protected]
Knit & Giggle at Royston MuseumOur children’s knitting group. Come to learn how to knit or bring along your own project. All abilities welcome
location Royston and District Museum, 5 Lower King Street, Royston SG8 5AL
time Weekly, Saturday afternoonsWeb www.roystonmuseum.org.uktel 01763 242587Email [email protected]
little treasures toddler GroupFor any children below school age and their carers. Free entry
location Royston Evangelical Church, York Way, Royston SG8 5HJtime Fridays 9.30-11.00amWeb roystonevangelicalchurch.com/Activities_Children.htmlEmail [email protected]
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Monday clubA club for 5 - 9 year olds, which includes games, crafts, bible stories, songs and snacks. John Hardwick and Charlie the Monkey will be there too
location Royston Methodist Church, Queens Road, Royston SG8 7AUtime Second Monday of each month from 3.30 to 5.00pmWeb www.royston-methodist.org.uk www.facebook.com/roystonmethodisttel 01763 242682 (Gill Grainger) or 01763 208381 (Richard Elcock)Email [email protected]
nct Royston branchIf you’re a young family in Royston you will be pleased to know that we now have our own branch of the charity aim of providing companionship and support to the many new mums, dads and babies in Royston
Email [email protected]
north Herts nappy libraryOffers advice and support for parents using or considering using Cloth Nappies. Loan service and trial kits available
Web www.facebook.com/northhertsnappylibraryEmail [email protected]
Papillon PlaygroupPlay time all the time at Papillon Playgroup for rising 2yrs to 4yrs. A warm family environment where children can learn while they play
location Masonic Hall, Jepps Lane, Royston SG8 9APtime Term times on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays,
9.15am-2.15pm, and Wednesdays 9.15am-12.15pmWeb www.papillonplaygroup.co.uktel Anne, 07887 674453 or Carrie, 07909 607753Email [email protected]
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Queens Road PlaygroupA safe, happy and stimulating environment for children aged 2 - 4 to learn social and physical skills through play and a range of organised activities
location Icknield Walk First School, Poplar Close, Royston SG8 7EZtime Monday to Friday, various timesWeb www.queensroadplaygroup.co.uktel 07951 918 767 (playgroup hours) 01223 207548 (out of playgroup hours)Email [email protected]
Rainbow PlaygroupFor children 2yrs to nursery age, fun and learning through active play, purpose built under 5’s area and playground
location Coombes Community Centre, Burns Road, Royston SG8 5PTtime Morning and afternoon sessions and lunch clubsWeb www.rainbowplaygroup.comtel Stephanie Wellstead, 01763 230700 or 07712 468677Email [email protected]
Royston Young VoicesSinging, dancing, acting and playing music for the 4 to 8 year olds
location Royston Methodist Church Hall, Queens Road, Royston SG8 7AU
time Tuesdays, 4.00pmWeb www.playmusicplay.co.uk/youngvoicestel Linda Bance, 01763 246415Email [email protected]
stay and PlayOrganised by Royston and Villages Children’s Centre. Mother and child sessions in purpose built Under 5’s room with soft play outside area
location Coombes Community Centre, Burns Road, Royston SG8 5PTtime Fridays, 1.30-3.30pmtel 01763 243338Email [email protected]
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sunbeams baby & toddlersA Baby and Toddler group for 0-5 year olds and their parents/carers
location St. Mary’s Church Hall, Melbourn Road, Royston SG8 7DBtime Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays, 9.30-11.30amWeb www.sunbeamsroyston.co.uktel Tiffany Searle, 07837 660603Email [email protected]
tiny talk baby signingBaby Signing and Toddler Talking classes
location Coombes Community Centre, Burns Road, Royston SG8 5PTtime Mondays and Fridays, 10.00-11.00am (Toddler), 11.15am-
12.15pm (Baby)Web www.tinytalk.co.uktel Natalie Hanlon, 07740 643690 or 01223 208144Email [email protected]
toddler Music & dance at Royston MuseumA fun packed music and dance workshop for toddlers and their parents or carers
location Royston and District Museum, 5 Lower King Street, Royston SG8 5AL
time Twice monthly, on selected Mondays and FridaysWeb www.roystonmuseum.org.uktel 01763 242587Email [email protected]
tots PlaySessions for crawling to 3yrs and 8wks to crawling. Musical, physical and sensory fun for you and your little one
location Coombes Community Centre, Burns Road, Royston SG8 5PTtime Monday mornings, from 9.30amWeb www.totsplay.co.uktel Carly, 07809 873817Email [email protected]
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under Five’s story timeJust drop in!
location Royston Library, Market Hill, Royston SG8 9JNtime Fridays, 2.00-2.30pm
Wednesday clubFor children in Reception - Year 4 (6.00-7.15pm) and Year 4 - Year 8 (7.30-8.30pm)
location Royston Evangelical Church, York Way, Royston SG8 5HJtime Weekly, WednesdaysWeb roystonevangelicalchurch.com/Activities_Children.htmltel 07999 538961Email [email protected]
Youth Members at Royston MuseumDiscover Royston’s history and get creative with craft activities. Have lots of fun and make new friends. Aimed at kids aged 8 - 14 years
location Royston and District Museum, 5 Lower King Street, Royston SG8 5AL
time Monthly, Saturday morningsWeb www.roystonmuseum.org.uktel 01763 242587Email [email protected]
Church
churches together in Royston & districtWe are a group of local churches working together in and around Royston. The objectives of Churches Together are to promote activity between all churches in our area and to promote and publicise Christian activities on a district basis
Web www.ct-royston.org.uk/members
ignite community churchlocation Coombes Community Centre, Burns Road,
Royston SG8 5PTtime Sundays at 3.30pm, Special Sundays at 3pm or as advertisedtel Margaret & Michael MacCormack, 01763 852118Email [email protected]
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Royston catholic churchlocation Melbourn Road, Roystontime Various servicesWeb www.roystoncatholicchurch.co.uktel 01763 243117Email [email protected]
Royston Evangelical churchWe are a small (about 60) friendly evangelical baptist church with a wide range of activities
location York Way, Royston SG8 5HJtime Main service 10.45am every Sunday morningWeb www.roystonevangelicalchurch.comtel 01763 243809Email [email protected]
Royston Methodist churchlocation Queens Road, Royston SG8 7AUtime Sunday Services at 10.00am and 6.30pmWeb www.royston-methodist.org.uk www.facebook.com/
roystonmethodisttel The Minister, Revd Chris White, 01763 256816Email [email protected]
Royston Parish churchlocation Melbourn Street, Roystontime Various servicesWeb www.roystonparishchurch.org.uktel 01763 246371Email [email protected]
Royston spiritualist churchHymns, prayers and a visiting medium demonstration. All Welcome Collection plate, refreshments. Awareness group Thurs 8.00pm under guidance of an experienced teacher
location Room 11, Town Hall, Royston SG8 7DAtime Sundays, 6.30pmtel Judy Moule, 01223 503345
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Creative
choir - singing aloudSing, 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
location Coombes Community Centre, Burns Road, Royston SG8 5PTtime Mondays, 7.00-9.00pmWeb www.singingaloud.comtel Ruth, 0791 679 8655Email [email protected]
corvus amateur drama society (cads)Royston’s amateur drama group, performing since the 1940s and open to new members aged 16+ - no previous experience needed! Regular meetings and play reading groups as advertised
Web www.cadsroyston.org.uktel Ian Cowley, 01763 244927Email [email protected]
creative RoystonOrganising Royston Arts Festival and involving local talent
location Town Hall, Royston SG8 7DAtime MonthlyWeb www.roystonartsfestival.orgtel 07907 880355Email [email protected]
Funkids singing classVocal techniques and performance skills for 5 to 11 year olds
location Coombes Community Centre, Burns Road, Royston SG8 5PTtime Tuesdays, 5.00-6.00pm and second class 5.15-6.00pm in
two age groupsEmail [email protected]
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G-starsRoyston, 6 Days a Week. Melody Movement Baby Ballet, ISTD Ballet, Tap, Modern Theatre, Boys Only Street, Contemporary, Commercial, Body Conditioning, Singing and Musical Theatre
location The Dance College, Lumen Road SG8 7AG and Royston Methodist Church Hall, Queens Road, Royston SG8 7AU
time Mondays-SaturdaysWeb www.gstars.co.uktel Georgina, 07720 713 532Email [email protected]
GuysingRoyston’s new all male choir. First session free
location Greneway School, Garden Walk, Royston SG8 7JF
time Wednesdays, 7.30pmWeb www.playmusicplay.co.uktel Linda Bance, 01763 246415Email [email protected]
Knit & natter at Royston MuseumCome to learn to knit or bring along your own project. A great way to make new friends. All abilities welcome
location Royston and District Museum, 5 Lower King Street, Royston SG8 5AL
time Weekly, Thursday morningsWeb www.roystonmuseum.org.uktel 01763 242587Email [email protected]
library Knitting GroupTea served, everyone is welcome, no charge
location Royston Library, Market Hill, Royston SG8 9JNtime Mondays, 2.00pm
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Play Music PlayCreative music making sessions for families with babies and children under 5
location Various locations, Roystontime Wednesdays and ThursdaysWeb www.playmusicplay.co.uktel 01763 246415Email [email protected]
Printing Workshop at Royston MuseumJoin talented local artist Liz Beardwell and print your own lino cut designs on the 1855 Royston Crow Newspaper Printing Press. No prior experience necessary
location Royston and District Museum, 5 Lower King Street, Royston SG8 5AL
time Monthly, Tuesday morningsWeb www.roystonmuseum.org.uktel 01763 242587Email [email protected]
Priory QuiltersAn opportunity to meet and get together with other Quilters
location Town Hall, Royston SG8 7DAtime First Tuesday monthly 7.30 - 9.30pm (Town Hall) and third
Monday monthly 2.00 - 4.00pm (in members’ houses)tel 01763 230187Email [email protected]
Royston arts societyTwo afternoon painting sessions monthly, friendly, sociable atmosphere. Nine professional art demonstrations in various media and two exhibitions per year. New members welcome
location Market Hill Rooms, Fish Hill, Royston SG8 7JLtime First and third Tuesdays, 2.00-4.00pmWeb www.roystonartsoc.org.uktel Richard Clayton, 01763 221322Email [email protected]
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Royston choral societyVery friendly choir with a wide repertoire of sacred and secular music from all centuries. All welcome
location Royston Parish Church, Melbourn Street, Royston SG8 9LGtime Tuesdays, 7.45 - 9.45pmWeb www.roystonchoralsoc.org.uktel Heather Howard, 01763 249058Email [email protected]
Royston Folk clubAll kinds of acoustic music. Check the website for Showcase & Concert listings
location The Old Bull Inn, Royston SG8 9AWtime Showcase nights Second and Concert nights last Friday of
every monthlyWeb www.roystonfolk.orgtel Chris Walls, 01763 260556Email [email protected]
Royston Photographic societyNew members always welcome
location Icknield Walk First School, Poplar Close, Royston SG8 7EZtime Thursdays, 7.30-10.00pmWeb www.roystonphotographicsociety.co.uktel Andrew Fox, 01763 222856Email [email protected]
Royston saturday Morning schoolString, woodwind, Brass, percussion, Jazz and recorder ensembles. Choir and theory classes. Open to children from Yr4 - Yr 13
location Meridian School, Garden Walk, Royston, SG8 7JHtime Saturdays, 9.15am-12.00noontel Sue Pettitt, 01438 844518Email [email protected]
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Royston town bandBrass Band weekly rehearsals. Activities including competitions, concerts, summer fetes, parks. Any age and ability welcome
location Tannery Drift, Royston SG8 5DEtime Thursdays, 7.30-9.30pmWeb www.roystontownband.org.uk www.facebook.com/
roystontownbandtel Roger Simons, 01763 246929Email [email protected]
Royston Writers circleInformal, friendly group writing for fun and pleasure
location Town Hall, Royston SG8 7DAtime Third Thursday monthly, 8.00pmWeb www.sites.google.com/site/roystonwriterscircletel Julie Dore, 01954 719395Email [email protected]
Rubbish, Recycle, RemakeJuice and biscuits given at story time in the last 10 minutes of session. Tea and coffee provided
location Glazed Creations, Baldock Street, Royston SG8 5AYtime Thursdays, 10.00-11.00amtel Julie, 07427 789169Email [email protected]
stage Right studiosFully 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
location Lumen Road, Royston SG8 7AFtime Mondays - Thursdays, 3.30 - 9.00pm Saturdays, 9.00am-3.00pmWeb www.stagerightstudio.comtel Kerry, 01763 244866Email [email protected]
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stephanie Prior school of dancingClasses 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
location Lumen Road, Royston SG8 7AFtime Various days and timesWeb www.stephaniepriordance.co.uktel Tara, 01763 878587Email [email protected]
ukulele GroupInformal group of Ukulele Players
location Coombes Community Centre, Burns Road, Royston SG8 5PTtime Thursdays, 8.00-10.00pmtel 01763 230220Email [email protected]
Education
German stammtischAll adult German speakers welcome - however rusty they may be!
location Boars Head, Roystontime Every 2nd Thursday of the monthtel 01763 220744Email [email protected]
Kumon Maths & EnglishKumon after-school programmes for children of all ages and abilities help build confidence and study-skills
location Catholic Church Hall, Melbourn Road, Royston SG8 7DBtime Mondays and Thursdays, 4.00-6.00pmtel Sally McMeekin, 01763 248562Email [email protected]
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language classes in RoystonVarious classes for Italian, French and Spanish conversation/improvement for adults
location Coombes Community Centretime Tuesday, Wednesdays and Thursdays day time and eveningWeb www.lingualounge.co.uktel Sarah, 07775 640794Email [email protected]
little linguistsFun in Spanish for children (3yrs to 13yrs) and their grown ups
location Coombes Community Centre, Burns Road, Royston SG8 5PTtime Mondays, 3.45-4.15pm, 4.30-5.00pm. 5.10-5.55pmWeb www.littlelinguists.org.uktel Suzanne Snowdon, 07808 729364Email [email protected]
Royston & district local History societyHistorical Talks of the local area. The Society has produced numerous books which may be bought at meetings, at the Royston Museum & Art Gallery and in the Cave Shop. There is a coach outing in June every year. The Society is also responsible for the opening of Royston Cave
location Town Hall, Royston SG8 7DA
time First Thursday monthly, October-April, second Thursday in May, 8.00pm
Web www.roystonlocalhistory.org.uk
tel David Allard, 01763 242677
Email [email protected]
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Royston & saffron Walden national trust associationWe are a social group who are interested in, and wish to support, the National Trust. We meet locally to to hear speakers on subjects of interest to our members. We arrange several day outings each year and a short break holiday, often including National Trust properties. Members do not have to be a National Trust member and we invite you to visit our web site to learn more about our Association
location Market Hill Rooms, Fish Hill, Royston SG8 7JLtime Last Friday monthly, 7.20pm, September to MarchWeb www.roystonnt.org.uktel Stephen Marshall, 01763 261442Email [email protected]
Royston Reminiscence at Royston MuseumJoin us for tea and cake and reminisce about life in Royston in days gone by, prompted by items from the museum’s collections
location Royston and District Museum, 5 Lower King Street, Royston SG8 5AL
time Monthly, Tuesday morningsWeb www.roystonmuseum.org.uktel 01763 242587Email [email protected]
Royston spiritual awarenessFor those who wish to learn more about spiritualism and mediumship under the guidance of an experienced teacher
location Room 11, Town Hall, Royston SG8 7DAtime Thursdays, 8.00pm and third Friday monthly, 8.00pmtel Judy Moule, 01223 503345
Royston university of the third age (Royston u3a)Royston U3A’s constantly growing range of group activities offers members the opportunity to make new friends, discover new interests and activities they never had time for before. If you are semi-retired or retired, you are very welcome to join us
location Royston Parish Church, Melbourn Street, Royston SG8 9LGtime Last Tuesday of the month, 2.00pmtel Jackie Gellert, 01763 248097Email [email protected]
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Royston WEaEducational talks
location Town Hall, Royston SG8 7DAtime Tuesdays 10.00-11.30am, Spring and Autumntel Audrey Parsons, 01763 660234Email [email protected]
Royston Wildlife GroupTalks from leading experts in wildlife, ecology and conservation
location Town Hall, Royston SG8 7DAtime Tuesdays monthly, 7.30pmtel Don Shewan, 01763 244079
Environment
Royston RecycleOnline group for giving and getting items for free to keep them in use and out of landfill
Web https://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/roystonrecycle/infotel 07962 157589Email [email protected]
Royston Repair caféRepair Cafés are free events and they’re all about repairing things (together)
location Market Hill Roomstime QuarterlyWeb www.facebook.com/roystonrepaircafetel 07962 157589Email [email protected]
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Fundraising
cancer Research uKRoyston & District fundraising group
location The Heath, Royston SG8 5BGtime Four times per yeartel Maurice Hill, 07719 132793Email [email protected]
Marie curie cancer care Fundraising GroupLocal fundraising group for Royston and District. New members welcome
tel Sandrine Gamaury, 07947 123341Email [email protected]
Rnli (Royston)A fundraising organisation, organising street collections & manning stalls
time Monday evenings, bi-monthlytel Mrs J Emes, 01763 245958Email [email protected]
Health
Royston chair Yoga Suitable for all abilities and age groups and anyone recovering from injuries. Qualified instructor
location Coombes Community Centretime Thursdays, 10.15am and 11.30am tel Lucy, 07774 686833Email [email protected]
slimming Worldlocation Various locations, Roystontime Various timesWeb www.slimmingworld.comtel Jo, 01763 247875Email [email protected]
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Vegetarians & Vegans Group Social events, info stalls, campaign about animal welfare issues
Web www.nhveg.org.uktel Daisy Lachat, 07503 554567Email [email protected]
WeightWatcherslocation Town Hall, Royston SG8 7DAtime Wednesdays, 9.30am and 6.15pmWeb www.weightwatchers.co.uktel Julie, 07803 123849Email [email protected]
YogashakYoga for everybody
location Halstead Chambers, 31B Market Hill, Royston SG8 9JStime Various timestel Jo, 07946 310037Web www.yogashak.comEmail [email protected]
Hobbies
north Herts stamp clubTalks and displays by visiting speakers on a wide range of philatelic subjects
location Room 11, Town Hall, Royston SG8 7DAtime Second Wednesday monthly, 2.00pm, September to Maytel Mr A Kennedy, 01763 247641Email [email protected]
Royston & district Model Engineering societyTrack Running Days, informal workshops. New members welcome
location Meridian School, Garden Walk, Royston, SG8 7JHtime Every Monday. Also second Wednesday of the month at our
Club site behind Meldreth Manor School. 7.30pmtel Jeff Dickinson, 01763 261670Email [email protected]
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Outdoor
Friends of the Hertfordshire WayThe Hertfordshire Way is a 194-mile long-distance footpath which goes through Royston in the north, Tring and Chipperfield in the west, Shenley in the south and Bishops Stortford in the east. The Friends of the Hertfordshire Way, from all parts of the county, promote and help to maintain the route
location Various locationstime Monthly walksWeb www.fhw.org.uktel Bert Richardson, 01763 244509Email [email protected]
Gay outdoor clubA 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
Web www.goc.org.uktel (Cambridge Group) Colin, 01763 262647Email [email protected]
Greenfingers Gardening clubA friendly club with talks, outings, competitions and demonstrations. New members welcome
location Coombes Community Centre, Burns Road, Royston SG8 5PTtime Fourth Wednesday monthly, 7.30pm (not Aug or Dec)tel Anne Rayner, 01763 244424
Royston allotments & Gardens associationClub-house on site. Shop available for members to purchase their gardening needs. We organise our own annual “open day” for the public to view the site first hand. Coach trips are arranged yearly to a place of interest
location Coombes Hole, Green Street, Royston SG8Web www.raga.org.uktel Janet Burton, 07984 600 295Email [email protected]
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Social
41 club41 Club provides an opportunity of continuing the friendships made in Round Table. Any Round Table, not just Royston Round Table
location Around the Royston Areatime Every 4th Thursday of the monthWeb www.oldcrows.co.ukEmail [email protected]
catholic Women’s leagueFind fresh interests, make new friends and discover opportunities that will enable you to make a real difference and play an important role in church and society
location Catholic Church Hall, Melbourn Road, Royston SG8 7DBtime Second Monday monthly, 7.30pmtel Mrs A Varney, 01763 242812
Evergreen clubSocial club with bingo, speakers, entertainment, bring & buy sales, day outings and a mini-market
location Masonic Hall, Jepps Lane, Royston SG8 9APtime Wednesdays, 2.00-4.00pmtel Mrs Joan Inwood, 01763 224 997
Forget-Me-not clubSpeakers, quizzes, bingo, bring and buy outings and lunches
location Housing 21, Blackett Ord Court, Stamford Avenue, Royston SG8 7EB
time Wednesdays, 1.45-3.45pmtel Barbara Charter, 01763 231319
Johnson Matthey Vintage clubFor the retired work force and their families. Organised outings, talks etc
location Coombes Community Centre, Burns Road, Royston SG8 5PTtime First Tuesday monthly, 3.00-4.00pmtel Bernie, 01763 230750Email [email protected]
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laurels clubA social group with many activities -bingo, bring and buy, tombolas, days out, lunch outings
location Coombes Community Centre, Burns Road, Royston SG8 5PTtime Thursdays, 2.00-4.00pmtel Brenda Bendall, 01763 230050Email [email protected]
north Herts 50 PlusNorth Herts 50 Plus is an older people’s forum. Being a member of North Herts 50 Plus gives you the opportunity to attend our forum events with a range of topics, discuss issues affecting the elderly, attend our IT courses and weekly exercise classes. Annual membership is £5
time Third Thursday monthlyWeb www.nh50plus.org.uktel 01462 689408Email [email protected]
Rotary club of RoystonMeet 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 from both men and women
location Royston Golf Club, Baldock Road, Royston SG8 5BGtime Tuesdays, 6.45pmWeb www.roystonrotary.com www.facebook.com/royston.rotarytel 01763 241818Email [email protected]
Round tableA social organisation for men under 45. Kite Flying, Track Car Driving, Laser warfare, Fund Raising, Father Christmas Sleigh Helping , plus the occasional curry. New members welcome. Over 45’s welcome at our sister club, “41”!
location Various locations, Roystontime First and third Thursdays monthly, 7.00pmWeb www.roystonroundtable.co.uktel Dan Watson, 07795 555287Email [email protected]
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Royal naval associationRoyston Service and ex-service and non-service are welcome to meetings/socials
location Royal British Legion HQ, Mill Road, Royston SG8 7AEtime First Tuesday monthly, 8.00pmtel Tony Richardson, 01763 222706 or Graham Perry, 01763 261325
Roysia Women’s clubAffiliated to: National Association of Women’s Clubs. Speakers, outings and social evenings, vacancies for new members
location Town Hall, Royston SG8 7DAtime Mondays, 8.00-10.00pmtel Wendy Pearce, 01763 231381 or Mavis Ingle, 01763 222524Email [email protected]
Royston & district Mencap societySociety for people with learning difficulties and their carers. New members welcome
location Meridian School, Garden Walk, Royston, SG8 7JHtime Alternate Tuesdaystel Peter Andrew, 01763 245363Email [email protected]
Royston & district Probus clubA regular meeting point for retired professional and business men, often with a Guest Speaker
location Royston Golf Club, Baldock Road, Royston SG8 5BGtime Second Thursday monthly, 12.30 for 1.00pmtel David Gray, 01763 245895Email [email protected]
Royston & district town twinning associationOrganises twinning trips to and visits from 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
Web www.roystontowntwinning.orgtel Elizabeth Freeman, 01763 230060Email [email protected]
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Royston action on disabilityAre you physically disabled, feeling isolated, lonely or a bit depressed? Our group will try to cheer up your social life, with interesting speakers and demonstrations, and plenty of time to chat and meet new friends. Door to door transport is provided
location Town Hall, Royston SG8 7DAtime Fourth Monday monthly, 3.00pmtel Mrs Barbara Goddard, 01763 244338
Royston community associationA voluntary organisation formed in 1976 to promote social, welfare and recreational activities for people of all ages living in Royston and the surrounding area. The RCA run the Coombes Community Centre
location Coombes Community Centre, Burns Road, Royston SG8 5PTWeb www.coombescommunitycentre.co.uktel 01763 248081Email [email protected]
Royston day centreA warm, friendly atmosphere where up to 25 older disabled or housebound can socialise
location The Old Barn, 61 Upper King Street, Royston SG8 9AZtime Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, 10.00am-1.00pmtel Sharon, 01763 244229Email [email protected]
Royston ladies circleClub for ladies aged 18 to 45 who want to make new friends, have lots of fun and do some fundraising for local good causes. Activities in this year’s programme included Cambridge Shakespeare Festival, Pizza Making, Ceramic Painting and Power Kiting plus much more. We are a very friendly group that welcomes new members
location Various locations, Royston and the surrounding areatime Second and fourth Thursdays, monthlyWeb www.ladiescircle.co.uktel Alexandra French, on 07968 568 532Email [email protected]
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Royston lions clubPart of the world’s largest service organisation. We serve the community and have fun too!
location The Old Barn, Upper King Street, Royston SG8 9AZtime Second and fourth Wednesdays monthlyWeb www.sites.google.com/site/roystonlionstel Keith, 01763 231492Email [email protected]
Royston Rascals childminders support GroupA friendly social group for all registered childminders, activities, story, singing, juice and biscuits
location Guide HQ, Garden Walk, Royston SG8 7HPtime Wednesdays 9.15-11.15amtel Kerry, 01763 243159
Royston RnaA good social programme held at RBL. We also have weekends away
location Royal British Legion HQ, Mill Road SG8 7AEtime First Tuesday monthlytel Graham Parry, 01763 261325Email [email protected]
Royston Royal british legion clubA Social Club affiliated to RBL, activities for all ages including live entertainment on Sat evenings
location Royal British Legion HQ, Mill Road SG8 7AEtime Monday - Thursday 5.30-11.00pm, Fridays 5.30-11.30pm,
Saturdays 4.00-11.30pm & Sundays 12.00-10.30pmtel 01763 244560Email [email protected]
Royston speak out clubAffiliated to the Stroke Association. Support with communication, activities and outings
location The Old Barn, Upper King Street, Royston SG8 9AZtime Wednesdays 10.15am-12.15pmWeb www.speakoutclubroyston.yolasite.comtel 07591 973 363Email [email protected]
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Royston townswomen’s GuildA warm welcome awaits you at our meetings. Speakers on a variety of subjects, plus outings, theatre trips, etc
location Heritage Hall, Town Hall, Royston SG8 7DAtime First Tuesday monthly, 2.00-4.00pmtel Pauline Gates, 01763 221314
Royston Wi (aM)The modern face of the WI. A group of friendly ladies invite you to join them for speakers, coffee mornings, outings, fun and friendship. Make time for yourself
location Market Hill Rooms, Fish Hill, Royston SG8 7JLtime Second Wednesday monthly, 10.00am for coffee, 10.30am
starttel Pat Morritt, 01763 221219Email [email protected]
Royston Wi (PM)The Royston branch of this large organisation where you can meet new friends and enjoy social events
location Heritage Hall, Town Hall SG8 7DAtime Second Thursday monthly, 1.45-4.00pmtel Anne Harrison, 01763 261775Email [email protected]
singing Kettle caféRun by Ignite Community Church. Free tea, coffee, cake and company
location Coombes Community Centre, Burns Road, Royston SG8 5PTtime Tuesdays, 9.00-11.30amtel Margaret & Michael MacCormack, 01763 852118Email [email protected]
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Sport
aerobic Fitness the ‘Wright’ WayFitness Classes for male and females - all age groups - speciality groups - 50+ and seniors catered for with special care. Qualified teacher, RSA/LCYMCA. Ex to music/50+/KFA
location Various locationstime Mondays - Thursdays, various timestel Paula Wright, 01763 243884Email [email protected]
baby MassageClasses small groups. Learn strokes that can help your baby with wind, constipation, colic, reflux, calming, sleep and more. Suitable from newborn to crawling
location Royston Complementary Health Centre, Halstead Chambers, 31B Market Hill, Royston SG8 9JS
time Tuesdays, 10.00-11.30am (4 week courses)Web www.babymassageherts.co.uktel Penny Constantinou, 07944 4 16572Email [email protected]
badminton tuesdaysPlay for fun and exercise. Small friendly group of all ages and abilities, many have not played for years, but young enthusiatic players too
location Coombes Community Centre, Burns Road SG8 5PTtime Tuesdays, 7.30-9.00pmtel Gillian, 07973 816880Email [email protected]
breeze cyclingFree local rides run by women for women
Web www.goskyride.comEmail [email protected]
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corvus cornix basketball clubMini Basketball and basketball for all ages and abilities. From 8 years to adult
location Royston Leisure Centre, SG8 7XTtime Thursdays, 5.00-9.00pmWeb www.corvusbasketball.co.uktel Di Charles, 01223 207213Email [email protected]
Five ‘o’ table tennis and social clubTable tennis for adults aged 21 years and over and their friends. Non-league
location Market Hill Rooms, Fish Hill, Royston SG8 7JLtime Wednesdays, 7.30-9.30pm, September to Maytel Doreen Pepper - Secretary, 01223 871458Email [email protected]
inclusive FootballInclusive football sessions for ages 5-13 and 14+
location The Gym, Meridian School, Garden Walk, Royston, SG8 7JH
time Thursdays, 5.00-7.00pmtel 01763 242236Email [email protected]
JazzerciseJazzercise come and join the fun, burn up to 600 calories with each 60 minute workout
location Greneway School, Garden Walk, Royston SG8 7JF or Melbourn Village College on a Wednesday
time Various timesWeb www.jazzercise.comtel Maxine, 0796 316 1246Email [email protected]
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Karate classesFor Children from 4yrs and adults. Classes by Sensei Anthony Barrett, 4th Dan with 20yrs coaching experience
location Coombes Community Centre, Burns Road, Royston SG8 5PTtime Mondays, 5.45-6.45pmWeb www.karateschools.co.uktel 07929 100612Email [email protected]
Kickboxing & Kung FuKickboxing and Kung Fu, ages 7-adult
location Various locations, Roystontime Tuesdays and SaturdaysWeb www.gmax.me.uktel Glen, 07563 755 199Email [email protected]
Pregnancy YogaClasses for small groups. Stretch, strengthen, posture awareness, breathe and relax. Time to bond with your baby. Birth preparation is included. Suitable from 14 weeks to birth
location Royston Complementary Health Centre, Halstead Chambers, 31B Market Hill, Royston SG8 9JS
time Thursdays, 8.30-9.30pm (booking essential)Web www.babymassageherts.co.uktel Penny Constantinou, 07944 416572
Relax, stretch and breatheNCT class suitable for anyone from 12weeks to right up to when your baby arrives
location Coombes Community Centre, Burns Road, Royston SG8 5PTtime Tuesdays, 8.00pmtel Merial, 07870 624985Email [email protected]
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Royston bMX clubBMX Racing and coaching for ages 4yrs upwards on the only custom built BMX race track in Hertfordshire!
location BMX Track - Rear of Coombes Community Centre, Burns Road, Royston SG8 5PT
time Various sessionsWeb www.roystonrockets.co.uktel Phil Townsend, 01763 260959Email [email protected]
Royston bowling clubOutdoor bowling for ages of 12 years and over
location Green Drift, Royston SG8 5BXtime Various times, April - SeptemberWeb www.roystonbowlingclub.co.uktel Stan Whitehouse, 01763 245534Email [email protected]
Royston bridge clubFriendly Bridge club, affiliated to the English Bridge Union, playing duplicate using computer-generated random pre-dealt hands. Visitors welcome for free refreshments. Teaching available, and ‘find-a-partner’
location Market Hill Rooms, Fish Hill, Royston SG8 7JLtime All Thursdays, 7.30pm; 2nd, 4th (& 5th, if there is one)
Tuesdays every month, 2:30pm. Doors open half hour prior.Web www.bridgewebs.com/roystonhertstel 01763 260746Email [email protected]
Royston chess clubAll levels novice to county standard. 4 teams in Herts League, 2 teams in Cambs League (champions since 2012), 1 team in local league. Also friendly games, competitions & training
location Royston Conservative Club, Kneesworth Streettime Mondays, 7.45pm (September-June)Web www.roystonchessclub.webs.comtel Kevin Clark, 01763 243370Email [email protected]
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Royston contract bridge clubFriendly club seeks new members. Just turn up. Beginners welcome
location Royston Conservative Club, Kneesworth Street, Royston SG8 5AA
time Thursdays, 7.00-10.00pmtel Nancy, 01763 242276Email [email protected]
Royston cricket clubBased in Therfield, two adult Sat league teams, U19s Junior teams-under 10, 13 and 15. All new players are welcome. Therfield also run a Sunday side for which we provide players
location Recreation Ground Therfieldtime Youth Training Sunday 10am till 12. Adults Fridays 6pm
during the seasonWeb www.royston.play-cricket.comtel Paul Harris (adults), 07966 766120 or David May (Youth ), 01763 246396 or 07801 235814Email [email protected]
Royston crowsJunior section of Royston Runners (ages 9-16) Groups for different abilities - all welcome
location The Heath, Royston SG8 5BGtime Monday evenings, 6.00-7.00pmWeb www.royston-runners.org.uk/html/crowsEmail [email protected]
Royston cycling clubClub rides for roughly 2 hours duration, split into groups according to abilities, and covering around 30-35 miles
location Outside Mica Hardware, Market Hill, Royston SG8 9JTtime Sundays, 8.45amWeb www.roystoncc.co.ukEmail [email protected]
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Royston Golf clubAn 18 hole course & practice facilities. Membership & Green Fees apply. All welcome
location Baldock Road, Royston SG8 5BGWeb www.roystongolfclub.co.uktel 01763 243476Email [email protected]
Royston Heath archery clubA small and friendly club, beginners and experienced archers welcome. Beginner’s courses and all equipment available
location The Heath, Royston SG8 5BGtime SundaysWeb www.roystonarchery.orgEmail [email protected]
Royston Hockey clubMens, Ladies, 7 teams. Coaching, “back to hockey” sessions, Juniors. New members welcome
location Seniors on Saturday all day - Heath Sports Club, Therfield Heath, Royston, SG8 5BG
Juniors on Sunday 10.00-1.00pm - Meridian School, Garden Walk, Royston, SG8 7JH
time Senior training - Tuesday and Wednesday 7.30-9.30pm, Bassingbourn Village College SG8 5NJ
Web www.roystonhockey.co.uktel Colin Smith, 01763 250982Email [email protected]
Royston in blueAn annual 5k run/walk in aid of Teenage Cancer Trust
location Therfield Heath, Royston time One Sunday in June Web www.roystoninblue.co.uktel Lisa Thompson, 07540 157200Email [email protected]
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Royston Meridian Men’s Keep Fit classWe follow a well tried session, including: warm up, basketball, circuit training, football and volley ball
location The Gym, Meridian School, Garden Walk, Royston, SG8 7JHtime Mondays, 7.30-9.30pmtel Ray Munden, 01763 241217Email [email protected]
Royston netball clubFriendly sociable club who are always happy to welcome new members
location Greneway School, Garden Walk, Royston SG8 7JFtime Wednesdays, 7.45-9.00pmWeb www.roystonnetballclub.co.uktel Tracey Stimson, 01763 247634Email [email protected]
Royston Rackets badminton clubRecreational badminton in a friendly atmosphere. All skill levels welcome
location Leisure Centre, Roystontime Tuesdays, 6.00-8.00pmtel Graham Benstead, 01763 242558
Royston RamblersPromoting walking by organising led walks. Monitoring the condition of local rights of way. You may come on three walks before deciding to join
location Various locations, Roystontime Tuesdays and Thursdays morning walks. Longer walks on
Sundays. Shorter evening walks on a different day each week starting last Monday in April and continuing to the end of August
Web www.ramblers.org.uktel David Allard, 01763 242677Email [email protected]
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Royston Rounders clubA friendly mixed club for adults and children 14+, all abilities welcome. The focus is having fun and getting a bit more active
location The Heath, Royston, SG8 5BG (April-September), Royston Leisure Centre, Royston, SG8 7XT (October-March)
time Sundays, 6.00-7.00pm (April-September), 7.00-8.00pm (October-March)
Web www.roystonroundersclub.co.uktel Mike Bygate, 01763 243529 or Paul Skerry, 07909 598425Email [email protected]
Royston Rugby clubRugby Union Football Club in Herts - Middx.1 1st XV, 2nd XV, Veterans, Youth and Minis
location The Heath, Royston SG8 5BGtime Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays, various sessionsWeb www.roystonrugbyclub.co.uktel Jamie Green, 07411 140064Email [email protected]
Royston RunnersVarious sessions for all abilities, including absolute beginners
location The Heath, Royston SG8 5BGtime Tuesdays from 6.30pm, Thursdays from 6.30pm, Saturdays/
Sundays various meet timesWeb www.roystonrunners.co.uk
Royston short Mat bowls clubInformal friendly group. New members are always welcome
location Coombes Community Centre, Burns Road, Royston SG8 5PTtime Mondays & Wednesdays 1.30-3.30pm (October to April)tel Pat Leggett, 01763 220794
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Royston short tennisA group of energetic retired people playing for pleasure and exercise
location Coombes Community Centre, Burns Road, Royston SG8 5PTtime Thursdays (am), 11.15am-12.15pm Thursdays (pm), 2.30-3.30pm Fridays (am), 9.30-11.00am Fridays (pm), 2.30-3.30pmtel Thurdays (am), Freda Doughton, 01763 247630 Thurdays (pm), 01763 248081 Fridays (am), Fred, 01763 230050 Fridays (pm), Linda Coles, 01763 247409Email [email protected]
Royston shotokan Karate associationChief Instructor - Shihan P Deacon 7th Dan. Instructors - Sensei W Varsally 3rd Dan. Sensei N Varsally 2nd Dan. For children (6yrs) & adults. Try a FREE taster lesson with no obligation - (friendly relaxed atmosphere)
location Royston Leisure Centre, Woodcock Road, Royston SG8 7XTtime Fridays, 6.00-8.00pmWeb www.rska.co.uktel 0794 489 8659Email [email protected]
Royston swimming clubQualified training and coaching for competitive swimmers of all ages. The club competes from local to National level. We have swimmers from 8yrs to 80yrs of age
location Royston Leisure Centre, Woodcock Road, Royston SG8 7XTtime Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays.
Various times - see websiteWeb www.roystonswimmingclub.co.ukEmail General information: [email protected] Joining/trials: [email protected]
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Royston table tennis clubPlay competitive table tennis with 6 teams of varying ability in the North Herts League
location Coombes Community Centre, Burns Road SG8 5PTtime Thursdays, 7.30-10.30pmtel Fred Bendall, 01763 230050 or Gordon Barnes, 01763 249713Email [email protected]
Royston tennis clubWe have 6 floodlit all weather courts. We are Lawn Tennis Association affiliated and ClubMark accredited. We have social and competitive tennis for all, and coaching programmes for all abilities
location The Heath, Royston SG8 5BGtime Various timesWeb www.clubspark.lta.org.uk/RoystonTennisClubEmail [email protected]
Royston town FcGarden Walk, Royston
location RTFC, Garden Walk, Royston SG8 7HPtime Various timesWeb www.roystontownfc.co.uktel Terry McKinnell, 07772 086 709 or Steve Jackson, 07850 383 483Email [email protected]
Royston town ladies FcGarden Walk, Royston
location RTFC, Garden Walk, Royston SG8 7HPtime Various timesWeb www.roystontownfc.co.uktel Clubhouse, 01763 241204 or Lewis EndacottEmail [email protected]
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Royston town Youth FcFA 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
location RTFC, Garden Walk, Royston SG8 7HPtime Various timesWeb www.roystontownfc.co.uktel Carl Filby, 01763 241460 or 07563 366080Email [email protected]
sport RoystonA forum for all sports clubs in Royston and the surrounding area
location The Heath, Royston SG8 5BGtime Meets four times per yeartel Di Charles, 01223 207213Email [email protected]
Walking FootballA slower paced version of the game aimed at over 50s or people returning from injury
location The Gym, Meridian School, Garden Walk, Royston, SG8 7JHtime Thursdays, 7.00-8.00pmtel 01763 242236Email [email protected]
Support
alzheimer’s societyA support group for people with dementia and their carers to meet for information and support
location Housing 21, Blackett Ord Court, Stamford Avetime Second Monday monthly, 10.00am-12.00noontel Cate Mitcham, 07720 946034Email [email protected]
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angels support GroupFor parents/carers of children with ADHD or Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Drop in meetings - an opportunity to chat with other parents. Free Crèche
location Children’s Centre, Burns Road, Royston SG8 5EQtime Thursdays, 12.30-2.30pmWeb www.angelssupportgroup.org.uktel Leise Cooper, 07815 458355Email [email protected]
brian leslie Racher 2004 charitable trust 1108727A charity for the benefit of the inhabitants of Royston, Herts within a 2 mile radius from the Parish Church of St John The Baptist
location c/o Tees Law, John Street, Royston, SG8 9BE
cherryhomes trustLocal charity supporting physically disabled people to live independently in their own homes. Loans, grants, practical help & guidance can be provided
Web www.cherryhomes.org.uktel Rosaline Van de Weyer, 01223 870869Email [email protected]
cruse bereavement care HertfordshireEnabling anyone suffering bereavement caused by death to understand their grief and cope with their loss. We provide telephone support or face to face support in the client’s own home; we occasionally offer some group support
Web www.Cruse-hertfordshire.org.uktel 01707 269 497Email [email protected]
depression allianceA self help group providing a confidential, caring, & non-judgemental place for people to share their thoughts & experiences. All welcome
location Town Hall, Royston SG8 7DAtime First and third Tuesdays monthly, 2.15-4.00pmWeb www.depressionalliance.orgEmail [email protected]
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Friendship scheme for Mental Health (nHs)Befriending service in Royston for adults recovering from long term mental health problems. Volunteers needed now as befrienders to take clients out for one to one social activities in the community
tel Alison Kingman, 01462 680120
Royston & district community transportLow cost door-to-door transport for groups or individuals who are unable to use conventional public transport
time Office hours 9.00am-3.00pm, Monday-FridayWeb www.roytrans.co.uktel 01763 245228Email [email protected]
Royston FoodbankVoucher referral system in operation
location The Open House Project, 4 Market Hill, Royston SG8 9JL
time Sessions on Wednesdays 9.30am-12.30pm and Saturdays 3.00-5.00pm
Web www.royston.foodbank.org.uktel 07541 808 185Email [email protected]
Royston Job clublocation Royston Library, Market Hill, Royston SG8 9JNtime Last Wednesday monthly, 1.00-4.00pmEmail [email protected]
Royston Miscarriage supportRoyston Miscarriage Support - for free support after early/late miscarriage or ectopic pregnancy. Monthly support group meetings and annual service of remembrance in May at the Wesley Church, Cambridge
tel 07906 559 756Email [email protected]
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William lee’s charityA local charity, offering aid to residents of the town in financial difficulty. The grant size depends on individual circumstances, but we give careful consideration to all applications
tel Clerk to the Trustees, 01763 241048
Visit
curwens art GalleryCurwens in Royston is also proud to be the home of the Art Gallery supporting local artists with a place to display their talent
location High Street, Royston SG8 9AAtel 01763 241261
Priory Memorial GardensA Green Flag Award winning large, attractive enclosed park, surrounded by mature trees, hedging and walls, with junior and toddler play areas and green open spaces
location Melbourn Street, Royston SG8time Daily
Royston and district Museum and art GalleryIllustrating and interpreting the history of Royston and its district through collections and other resources to encourage the local community, to actively participate in the collection, research and presentation of our local heritage
location 5 Lower King Street, Royston, SG8 5ALtime Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, 10.00am-5.00pm.
Bank Holiday Sunday and Monday, 2.00-5.00 pmWeb www.roystonmuseum.org.uktel 01763 242587Email [email protected]
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Royston caveRoyston Cave is unique in Europe and still largely unexplained. The age of the Cave is uncertain but it is a man-made cavern in the shape of a beehive, with a small aperture at the top for ventilation. It’s most remarkable feature is an extensive range of wall carvings representing the Crucifixion, the Holy Family and several saints, among them St Katherine, St Laurence and St Christopher
location Katherine’s Yard, Melbourn Street, Royston, SG8 7BZtime Every Saturday, Sunday and Bank Holiday from 2.00 to
4.30pm (last tour 4pm). Easter Saturday through to the end of September. Also open on Wednesdays in August
Web www.roystoncave.co.uktel 01763 245484Email [email protected]
Royston librarylocation Market Hill, Royston SG8 9JNtime Mondays, 1 0.00am-5.30pm Tuesdays, 10.00am-5.30pm Wednesdays, 10.00am-6.00pm Fridays, 10.00am-5.00pm Saturdays, 9.00am-4.00pmWeb www.hertsdirect.org/services/libraries/findlib/libs/roytel 0300 123 4049Email [email protected]
Royston Picture PalaceCommunity cinema in the heart of Royston, digital surround sound, tiered seating, latest films
location Town Hall, Royston SG8 7DAtime Friday, Saturday and Sunday screeningsWeb www.roystonpicturepalace.org.ukEmail [email protected]
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Voluntary
Home-start Home-Start Royston & South Cambridgeshire (HSRSC) provides a home visiting service, a family support group and helps families link with other local services and resources
Web www.hsrsc.org.uktel 01763 262262Email [email protected]
Royston community breakfastIf you are active in the Royston & District Community, this is a group of charity group leaders, councillors, local businesses leaders - who support each other and share ideas
location The Old Bull Inn, Royston SG8 9AWtime Second Friday monthly, 7.30amWeb www.roystoncommunity.org.uktel Ray Munden, 01763 241217Email [email protected]
Royston and district Volunteer centreWorking at theheart of the local community providing advice, support and guidance to individuals wanting to volunteer and to our local voluntary organisations, community groups and sports clubs
location Town Hall, Royston SG8 7DAWeb www.roystonvolunteer.org.uktel Denise Graham, 01763 243020Email [email protected]
Youth
the House Youth drop-in centreDrop-in centre for young people aged 12 to 18
location The Open House Project, 4 Market Hill, Royston, SG8 9JLtime Tuesdays and Saturdays, 7.00-10.00pmtel 01763 246 799Email info@the houseonline.org.uk
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RJ’s+ Youth GroupDrop-in youth centre for ages 15-27 with additional needs. Play pool, table tennis, x-box, board games, or just call in for a chat. Free entry, drinks and snacks available
location The Open House Project, 4 Market Hill, Royston SG8 9JLtime Every Thursday, 6.00 - 8.00pmtel Linda Hall, 0776 784 7796
Youth club in RoystonLots of fun, just come along!
location Youth Centre, Meridian School, Garden Walk, Royston SG8 7JH and Coombes Community Centre, Burns Road, Royston SG8 5PT
time Mon and Wed, 7.00-10.00pm, Tues, 4.00- 6.00pm, Fri, 7.00- 10.00pmtel Gary Leask, 0774 776 2829
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About
You can find out more about the town in the Royston information centre, situated in the Royston library on Market Hill.
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Explore. Discover. Experience.
We are rightly proud of our attractive town on the South Cambridgeshire/ North Hertfordshire border.In Royston you will find a mix of heritage, gardens and green open spaces, contemporary living and a thriving business and industrial community.
Royston boasts excellent transport links for visitors and business, with the A1M and M11 each within a 15 minute drive, London Kings Cross 38 minutes away by train, and London Stansted just half an hour’s drive.
Steeped in history dating back to the 12th century, Royston is proud of its rich heritage, which includes the Augustinian Priory, of which the Parish Church of St John the Baptist is the only surviving part, the me-dieval Royston Cave, whose purpose has been puzzling historians and visitors since its rediscovery in 1742, and the Royse Stone, from where the town gets its name.
Enjoy the green open spaces of the award winning Priory Memorial Gardens and the open views from Therfield Heath, with its woodland footpaths, the rare pasque flower and chalk tracks.
For a pleasant hour-long stroll around the town centre streets, discover the rich history highlighted in the Town Trail.
And relax, with a variety of cafes and restaurants offering a diverse mix of food and drink to suit all palates.
We look forward to welcoming you.
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