Barkway Market will take place from 10am until 4pm on Saturday 10th May in Barkway, Hertfordshire, and is expected to attract over 4,000 visitors.One of Hertfordshire’s popular country shows, Barkway Market is held within the beautiful grounds of Manor Farm, one of the village’s oldest houses, alongside a craft fair in the neighbouring Church.The event, […]
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April sees the start of Great Chishill Windmill’s popular programme of Open Days.Twice a month on the second and fourth Sunday, the mill’s friendly volunteer guides will open up the mill and provide guided tours of the historic structure. With three picnic tables and wonderful views, it’s a great place for a family visit. Opening
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By Ken McDonald, Secretary One of the main crops of the rich agricultural area covered by The Hundred Parishes is barley, the main ingredient of traditional ales and beer. In the past, much of the barley was malted locally before being taken to a nearby brewery to be combined with water, hops and yeast for
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LitFest features a diverse array of acts, ranging from energetic rock to heartfelt indie, and a refreshing blend of folk and flamenco and much, much more, promising to deliver an unforgettable experience for festival-goers.Featured Artists:Headliner THE KID AND I: Led by multi-talented actor-musician Jacob Powell, international bass player Ma’lek, and London underground legend Minky Très-vain,
The Buntingford Chamber of Commerce is a membership organisation made up of businesses in Buntingford and the surrounding areas.The next meeting takes place on Friday 22nd May 6-7pm at The Cheese Plate, 26 High St, Buntingford SG9 9AQ.Membership is £30 per year, with meetings free to attend as part of the membership. The group hosts
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Arthur Rank Hospice Charity’s Star Shine Night Walk will be back with two events this year. Their flagship Cambridge event will take place on Saturday 21st June at 7pm. Choose between a 10- or 5-mile route and get those steps in as you watch the sun set on the longest day of the year.Or,
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Kicking off its 51st year, FSB is still your small business bestie, helping smaller businesses thrive.As we dive into 2025 with all its twists and turns, it’s the perfect time to chat about Business Continuity Plans (BCPs).Think of a BCP as your business’s secret weapon against unexpected hiccups. It’s your roadmap for dodging risks, protecting
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By Ken McDonald, Secretary Until the 19th century, education in England was mostly linked to religious institutions or funded by wealthy donors. The Education Act of 1870 made a commitment to the provision of education to all on a national scale. The Hundred Parishes has some fine examples of schools that were founded prior to
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Join the Royston Wildlife Group for a talk, ‘Swifts, Masters of the Sky’ on Tuesday 25th February For many, the return of the swifts in May heralds the start of summer. However, these much-loved birds have declined by approximately 62% since the mid-1990s and are now on the red list of birds, indicating the highest
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the founder of Melodies Music, opened his second teaching studio in Buntingford offering tuition in singing, piano and music production.In its fifth year, Melodies Music School has continued to thrive and offers exceptional quality of teaching at affordable rates making learning music accessible to everyone in our community. Says Jon, “we are so lucky to
At Premier Travel Royston, we have arranged hundreds of honeymoons for our clients, and we understand the importance of getting it just right.With years of expertise and a genuine passion for travel, we can tailor-make the perfect honeymoon to be unique and special to you. We work closely with a variety of trusted suppliers and
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By Rob Bullock robbullockauthor.blogspot.com Whilst your garden might appear dormant in February, gardeners certainly are not, working outside planting trees and shrubs and inside sowing seeds.Gardeners need to be ever flexible according to the delights of the British weather and never more so than in February. When the days are fine, get outside and plant
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