Royston Crow

The Royston Crow is a weekly newspaper based in Royston, Hertfordshire, England. It was established in 1855 by John Warren. Currently, it is part of the Archant group. The name of the newspaper comes from the hooded crow, which is scientifically known as Corvus cornix and is commonly found across Europe.

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Royston Choral Society to perform 'Dido and Aeneas' at parish church

1 week ago | royston-crow.co.uk | Anne Suslak

In April, the society performed a sell-out, three-hour rendition of Bach's 'St Matthew's Passion' at the church. They are now returning at 7.30pm on Saturday, July 5 to sing lighter, more summery music, written by an English composer.
Planning applications in Royston and surrounding areas you should know about

2 weeks ago | royston-crow.co.uk | Anne Suslak

The public notice portal is used to access all of the upcoming and recent information about restrictions and notices. You can view upcoming notices through our public notice portal at https://publicnoticeportal.uk/royston-crow. Here are some applications that could impact people in the area: Changes to roof at The Old School House A planning application has been submitted for the roof of The Old School House at 4 Market Hill, Royston.
Royston Photographic Society members have work featured in regional exhibition

2 weeks ago | royston-crow.co.uk | Anne Suslak

Like most camera clubs, Royston Photographic Society is part of the Photographic Alliance of Great Britain, which is split into different regions. Royston is part of the East Anglia Federation, who recently judged entries to their annual exhibition. Images receiving a score of 12 are normally accepted, but as the standard was so high this year only images scoring a 13 or higher made it into the exhibition.
Cambridge Poetry Festival returns with visual art exhibition

2 weeks ago | royston-crow.co.uk | Anne Suslak

Presented in collaboration with the Cambridge School of Art from Anglia Ruskin University, the exhibition showcases the work of Cambridge-based poets and art students and was coordinated by festival director Angus Allman and course leader Nick Jeeves. The exhibition - entitled 'Readings' - will be held at Cambridge's Grand Arcade from Thursday, June 19 to Saturday, June 21. Angus said: "I’m so proud of this project.
Studlands Rise First School to celebrate 50th birthday with summer fayre

2 weeks ago | royston-crow.co.uk | Anne Suslak

The event will take place from 2pm to 4pm on Saturday, June 21. There will be two bouncy castles, a scavenger hunt for children, a penalty shoot-out with medals awarded for first, second and third place, welly-throwing and tombolas, as well as face-painting, glitter tattoos and nail-painting. Families can also win prizes at 'games through the decades' stalls, with hook a duck, splat the rat, a coconut shy, a ring toss, a tin can alley and roll a penny.
Teenage boy assaulted and bike stolen during Royston robbery

2 weeks ago | royston-crow.co.uk | Anne Suslak

At around 3.20pm yesterday (Sunday, June 8), the boy was standing with several electric bikes near the A505/Baldock roundabout for McDonald's. He was reportedly approached by two unknown males and assaulted. On bike was stolen and they attempted to take another. Police are now appealing for dash cam footage, witnesses and information. Detective Sergeant Samantha Casey, from the Local Crime Unit, said: "Our enquiries are continuing to establish the full circumstances of this incident.
Bow Books to mark second anniversary with historian talk

2 weeks ago | royston-crow.co.uk | Anne Suslak

Richard Tames, author of 'A Short History of Cambridge' (Image: Courtesy of Richard Tames) Bow Books in Royston is marking its second anniversary with a talk from Cambridgeshire historian and lecturer Richard Tames. The talk will take place at The Old Schoolhouse in Market Hill from 7.30pm to 9.30pm on Friday, June 20, with doors opening at 7pm.
Mr Royston Town's half-century of service recognised by FA

2 weeks ago | royston-crow.co.uk | Neil Metcalfe

Since joining as a player in 1975, Alan Barlow has held virtually every major position within the organisation, now sitting as president, a role he has had since 1997. The 88-year-old was instrumental in transforming Royston into an inclusive, FA accredited community club, first awarded in 2009, and helped establish the women's first team in 1997, overcoming significant challenges to create what is now a highly successful programme.
Road closures and planning applications in the Royston area you should know about

3 weeks ago | royston-crow.co.uk | Anne Suslak

The public notice portal is used to access all of the upcoming and recent information about restrictions and notices. You can view upcoming notices through our public notice portal at https://publicnoticeportal.uk/royston-crow. Here are some notices that could impact people in the area: Reed End, Therfield Reed End/Haywood Lane in Therfield will be closed for a period of up to 18 months from June 24.
Warning issued over 'pretty' but 'rampant' flower out to 'smother your garden'

3 weeks ago | royston-crow.co.uk | Macaully Moffat

Bindweed is one of the common plants that can flower and cause problems in your garden. While it may look pretty, it has been described by experts as "rampant" and can "quickly smother other plants in your garden". Here is all to know about Bindweed, including what it looks like, when it flowers in the UK, if it is poisonous and how to remove it. How to Get Rid of These Common Garden Pests What is Bindweed and what does it look like?