South Cambridgeshire District Council is again inviting parish and town councils to take part in its popular Six Free Trees scheme, which has already helped plant 758 trees in communities since its launch. The initiative offers each parish or town council the opportunity to claim either six small trees (whips) or one large pot-grown tree, […]
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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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These cookies are fun to make for your Halloween party!Prep time: 25 minutesCooking time: 12 minutesMakes 20 cookiesIngredients70g butter softened50g peanut butter150g golden caster sugar1 egg1 tsp vanilla extract180g plain flour½ tsp bicarbonate of sodaGenerous pinch of salt20 Maltesers, Rolos, Peanut butter cups or Lindor chocs100g milk or dark chocolate, choppedPack of icing eyes MethodPreheat
With advice about helping wildlife, it becomes a bit confusing knowing what you are supposed to do in the garden when you just want to tidy up! Here are a few thoughts from a wildlife gardener and designer.Continue to deadhead flower heads, you’ll be amazed at how some plants will keep giving – for example
Following on from the Royston in Blue 5k Fun Run in June, the committee are delighted to announce that the total sum raised this year in aid of Teenage Cancer Trust is an amazing £20,000 Thank you to everyone who supported this very worthy cause. A date for the diaries next year: Royston in Blue
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 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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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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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
At Impact Shutters and Blinds, we’ve been helping homeowners transform their spaces since 2009.As a family business with over 15 years’ experience, we take pride in delivering quality products and a personal service our customers trust – with more than 100 glowing Google reviews to show for it.We supply and fit made-to-measure shutters, blinds, curtains,
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Chimney Formal Menswear, on the High Street in Bassingbourn, is celebrating 10 Years of styling their customers for weddings and events.Sharon Cousans, Chimney Menswear business owner says, “We are delighted to help our customers to look and feel amazing for their special day and are looking forward to the next 10 Years”. “Over 10 years
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Hertfordshire’s much-loved fundraising event, the Great Big Walk for Herts, is back on Saturday 27th September. Organised by Herts based charity Helping Herts, the walk invites residents across the county to take on a 13-mile countryside loop in support of a cause that matters to them. With 12 unique routes to choose from – each
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