With fun activities for all the family, plus 41,000 new daffodil bulbs planted last autumn, Thriplow Daffodil Weekend is guaranteed to be a golden feast for the eyes. Set in the South Cambs village of Thriplow, just 15 miles from Buntingford, this charity fundraising event is run entirely by local volunteers. Thriplow Daffodil Weekend started […]
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Royston Choral Society (RCS) is a friendly choir of around 80 singers from a wide range of backgrounds and singing abilities united by enjoying singing together to produce memorable concerts. This April, they are performing a musical masterpiece, Bach’s Saint Matthew Passion, in Royston.As rehearsals began for one of the biggest performances in the choir’s
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Go on an after-hours museum adventure!This half term, from Monday 17th – Sunday 23rd February, museums across Cambridge will be opening their doors as the sun sets for illuminated adventures this February half term. Organised by the University of Cambridge Museums, ‘Twilight at the Museums’ is a popular and long-running programme, offering families the chance
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A creamy but light and delicious supper, this is the perfect treat for Spring. Preparation time:10 minsCooking time:20 minsServes: 2 Ingredients2 tsp olive oil1 onion, finely chopped1 tbsp sweet paprika2 garlic cloves, crushed300g mixed mushrooms150ml vegetable stock1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce3 tbsp sour creamSmall bunch of parsley, roughly chopped MethodHeat the olive oil in a large
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The January auction at Royston auction house Hansons Hertfordshire again saw some fantastic prices for a selection of time pieces which featured in their first sale of 2025. A Rolex Deepsea Sea-Dweller proved again that the brand’s reputation as one of the world’s finest watch makers is as resilient as ever – achieving a price
Christmas might be a time of celebration and spending time with family and friends, but it can also be the time of year when lonliness and social isolation can feel all the more acute. The Chatty Cafe scheme aims to combat this, simply by encouraging people to chat more. Often people will venture into a
Brand-new for 2024, Seventa Events is delighted to bring ‘Christmas in Cambridge’ to the historic Parker’s Piece.Having collaborated closely with Cambridge City Council, ‘Christmas in Cambridge’ runs until Sunday 5th January 2025, and will be the first of a seven-year deal agreed with the Council.The beautifully curated Christmas village has been designed to appeal to
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You will be the hit of the festive season with this chai-inspired twist on a winter favourite.Perfect for enjoying with friends after a winter walk, or on your own curled up in front of the fire with a good book on the go! Preparation time: 10 minutesCooking time: 10 minutesServes 2 IngredientsSpiced Hot Chocolate2 cups
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Cambridge Carbon Footprint are once again delighted to offer to residents, and organisations, across Cambridge and South Cambs the opportunity to borrow and learn how to use a thermal imaging camera for free, to help create cosier and more efficient homes. Learn how to interpret thermal images, to identify draughts, gaps in insulation and heating
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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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By Emma Russell In forests and woodlands up and down the country, the autumnal canopy of colours changes to a palette of rich golden yellows, burnt sienna orange, and deep russet reds. October is such a significant month for wild woodland creatures. It is a time of transition as nature prepares for the coming winter.
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At Shepreth Wildlife Park SWCC Hedgehog Hospital, located at Shepreth Wildlife Park, is a vital refuge for one of Britain’s most cherished but vulnerable mammals—the hedgehog. Established with a deep passion for wildlife conservation, the hospital has become a critical lifeline for hedgehogs suffering from injury, illness, and the effects of habitat loss. The hospital’s
