Local Events

Royston in Blue

Save the Date for the Royston in Blue Family Fun Run.The event is due to take place at 11am on Sunday 28th June on Therfield Heath in Royston, SG8 9NT.The 5K run or walk raises vital funds for Teenage Cancer Trust, which provides vital support designed for young people aged 13-24 who have cancer. They […]

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Cambridge Festival

© Cambridge Festival/Domininkas Zalys The Cambridge Festival is a mixture of online, on-demand and in-person events covering all aspects of the world-leading research happening at Cambridge.Meet some of the researchers and thought-leaders working in some of the pioneering fields that will impact us all.Expect free talks, films, exhibitions, walks and family events.This year’s Festival takes

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Thriplow Daffodil Weekend

Thriplow Daffodil Weekend and Country Fair 21st & 22nd March 2026, 10am-5pmFun and fresh air for all the familyJoin our local charity fund raising event with fun activities throughout the village. We have blacksmiths in the Smithy, dray rides, petting animals, a fun dog show, vintage vehicles, flower displays, bell ringing, children’s entertainment, and over

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Enjoy the World of Books

Book Tokens, Half-Term Reads, and Valentine’s Gifts!Pop into Bow Books this February to make the most of your festive Book Tokens – exchange them in store for a wide range of books for all ages and interests. If you already have a book token to redeem, ask in store for details of your chance to

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Twilight at the Museums

© My Linh Le Photography Explore Cambridge museums after hours 16th-22nd February.Expect fun-filled evenings of torchlit trails, hands-on activities, crafts, storytelling, and more.All events are free or low-cost.The full programme launches on 14th Jan.Follow the University of Cambridge Museums on FB and Insta or visit:www.museums.cam.ac.uk/theme/twilight

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Snowdrop Viewing

Thanks to the generosity of the owner, Great Chishill Windmill Trust is again pleased to offer the chance to view snowdrops at a private, 12-acre, estate, planted with thousands of snowdrops. Free parking and refreshments. Donations welcome. For details: info@greatchishillwindmill.com The estate located off the A10 between Foxton and Harston, postcode CB22 7NJ. what3words///livelong.rivals.issuesEnter via

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Author Talk: Guy Stagg

A huge thank you to all our customers for your continued support in the lead-up to Christmas and throughout 2025.Don’t forget to pop in and exchange any Book Tokens you may have received over the festive season. You can also make the most of our great 3-for-2 offers on all children’s books, plus adult second-hand

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Christmas Church Services

By David Peacock The shops are telling us in no uncertain terms that Christmas is once again on its way.We might be fortunate if only for moments each day we can to step back from involvement in the struggle of buying presents, planning meals, arranging to accommodate visiting family and friends or travel to be

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Christmas Tractors

Celebrating its 5th year! For one night only, over 100 tractors adorned with Christmas decorations will hit the roads in aid of Garden House Hospice Care. It’s the biggest free, family-friendly event of its kind in Hertfordshire and is certain to put a smile on the faces of anyone who stops to watch. Approximate timings:6pm,

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A Taste of Christmas

Be sure to visit Bury Lane on Friday 5th December from 12 noon until 5pm for their annual A Taste of Christmas event. With a hand picked selection of fabulous artisan suppliers, including Bramble Foods, Buntingford Brewery, Cambridge Juice, Cottage Delight, Cambridge Distillery, Rennet & Rind Cheesemongers, Sarunds Chocolates, Cook Frozen Food and Savoursmiths Crisps,

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Grand Discoveries closes with AI in healthcare panel

Grand Arcade’s Grand Discoveries culminated on Thursday 25 September with a thought-provoking panel discussion featuring AstraZeneca, Legal & General, and Kern Venture Group at Grand Arcade’s Everyman Cinema, in association with Cambridge Applied Research. Hosted by Emil Hewage, Founder and CEO of BIOS Health and Managing Director of Cambridge Applied Research, the event brought together

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Foxton ‘Craft & Create’

Foxton ‘Craft & Create’ sessions have gone from strength to strength since they began, two years ago.One of us usually demonstrates an activity for everyone to ‘have a go’ but, if they prefer, people bring their own craft to do while chatting and enjoying a cup of tea. We share our skills and ideas and

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