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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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The Gransdens Emporium

The Gransdens EmporiumYour Christmas Starts HereSunday 16th November | 12–4pm | Free Admission & ParkingStep into the heart of the Gransdens this November and discover a festive experience brimming with charm, creativity, and community spirit. From midday to 4pm, The Emporium opens its doors to all—inviting you to browse, indulge, and celebrate the season in

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Photo Competition

Great Chishill Windmill photo Laura McKenzie Great Chishill Windmill is inviting budding photographers to submit their photos of the iconic South Cambs windmill. Entry is open to all ages, along with a donation of £5 (adults) or £1 (under 16s), with an adults first prize of a voucher for two to dine at The Pheasant

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Go Pumpkin Picking! 2025

Pumpkin picking has grown in popularity in recent years, and it’s easy to see why!Local farms and venues are opening their fields for you to choose your own pumpkin, ready for carving over the half term holidays for Halloween. Remember to dress appropriately for the weather and the fields, and check each venue’s website for

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Marc Burrows Talk

An evening Talk with Marc BurrowsJoin us at the Old Schoolhouse, Royston, on Monday 10th November at 7.30pm for a lively evening with music expert Marc Burrows.Marc shares insights from his new book ‘Mistletoe and Vinyl’, exploring the fascinating battle for the Christmas Number 1 hit from the Beatles era to the present day.After the

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