Events & Activities in Royston
This page gives information on events and activities in Royston and the surrounding area, including Buntingford. It is updated daily. If you would like to advertise on this website and the Facebook page, please do get in touch by using the email address opposite.
Tuesday 22nd April – Physical Fun
A fun, active session where you can meet other local families and enjoy lots of fun games and play opportunities to support your child with their physical development. Tuesdays from 1.30pm – 2.30pm. £2.50 per family pay on the day. At Seth Ward Community Centre, Buntingford, SG9 9SG.
Wednesday 23rd April – Royston Outdoor Market
Royston Market Square, Market Hill, Royston, SG8 9JR. Royston Country Market sells home produced cakes, pies, biscuits, savouries, ready meals, marmalade, jams, chutneys, apple juice and eggs. Seasonal vegetables, fruits and plants. Every Wednesday and Saturday from 8am – 12 noon.
Wednesday 23rd April – The Chatty Cafe
Chatter and natter is part of the Chatty Cafe Scheme and takes place at a table at The Buntingford Coffee Shop, 61 High St, Buntingford SG9 9AE, every Wednesday from 10am – 11am. Everyone is welcome and there is no commitment or need to sign up, just turn up and take a seat.
Wednesday 23rd April – Baby Rhyme Time
These fun, half hour sessions of songs and rhymes are perfect for helping your child to learn language skills and are a great opportunity for you to meet other families too. Every Wednesday from 10.15am – 10.45am and 11.15am – 11.45am. At Royston Library, Market Hill, Royston, SG8 9JN.
Thursday 24th April – Active Rhyme Time
A 45 minute session of fun, active rhymes and songs for your baby and toddler. A great way to meet other families and develop your child‘s communication and physical skills. For children with their parent or carer. Older siblings welcome. £2.50 per family drop in pay on the day. Thursdays from 10am – 10.45am. At Coombes Community Centre, Burns Road, Royston, SG8 5PT.
Thursday 24th April – Storytime
These interactive story sessions are perfect for pre-school children to enjoy with their parent/carer. Join in with a mix of picture book stories and rhymes. Every Thursday from 10.30am – 11am, at Buntingford Library, 77 High Street, Buntingford, SG9 9AE
Friday 25th April – Auction Valuation
Curious about the value of your heirlooms or antiques? This informal and fun event is your chance to get your treasures assessed by an expert. Join Hansons experts and bring your gold, jewellery, silver, medals, coins, collectibles, and antiques to this weekly valuation day, with the option to consign them for their next auction. No charge and no appointments needed—just drop by and find out how much your antiques are worth. Fridays from 10am – 1pm, at Royston Saleroom, Unit 1 The Powerhouse, Lumen Road, Royston, SG8 7AG. Until 19th December.
Friday 25th April – LEGO Club
Each week will have a theme but if your child enjoys free play, that’s fine too. Children of 8 years and under must have an adult with them at all times. Fridays from 4pm – 5pm at Buntingford Library, 77 High Street, Buntingford, SG9 9AE.
Saturday 26th April – Royston Coffee Morning
Come along to this weekly Royston Coffee Morning meeting Saturdays from 10am – 11.30am, at Royston Parish Church. All welcome.
Saturday 26th April – Board Games
Board Games meet up on Saturday 26th April from 12 noon – 6pm, £5 entry (cash only please) which is split between the Scout Group for hall hire and the board games cafe to purchase new games. There will be a range of cans and snacks available from their tuck shop too. At 1st Royston Scout HQ, Barkway Street, Royston, SG8 9EW
Saturday 26th April – Storytime
Storytime for under eights on the last Saturday of the month from 2pm – 2.30pm, at Royston Library, Market Hill, Royston, SG8 9JN.
Monday 28th April – Chatty Cafe
The ‘Chatter and Natter table’ is a wonderful way of encouraging people of all ages to talk to others. The table will be hosted by a friendly volunteer every Monday. Do come along and sit for a chat. Mondays from 12 noon – 1.30pm. At Kooky Nohmad, 42 High Street, Royston, SG8 9AG.
Friday 2nd May – Maytime Music
Director of music Andrew O’Brien is bringing a group of talented young musicians to entertain you with a variety of solo and ensemble works. Donations will be gratefully received at the end of the evening, which will be shared by the church and Buntingford Live, to cover their costs, and the local Air Ambulance Charity. There is limited capacity in the church so please book click here Friday 2nd May from 7.30pm – 10pm. At St Mary the Virgin Church, Flint Cottages, Westmill, Buntingford, SG9 9LN.
Sunday 4th May – Craft Fair
Pop along for some unique crafts and gift ideas. First Sunday of the month from 10am – 2pm. At Market Hill Rooms Fish Hill, Royston, SG8 9JL.
Monday 5th May – VE Day
The Reed Cricket Club bar will be open, music will be playing, Reed Choir will sing some patriotic songs, there will be a bouncy castle for the kids, Tug of War, and a variety of garden games, at Reed Green, Royston, SG8 8AX. Monday 5th May from 12 noon.
Wednesday 7th May – Royston Rocks Open Mic
First Wednesday of the month from 8pm – 11pm, an open mic at The Old Bull Inn, 56 High Street, Royston SG8 9AW.
Thursday 8th May – VE Day Celebration
Come along to Cottered village hall, Buntingford on Thursday 8th May from 6.30pm, to celebrate VE Day. Including lighting of a beacon at 9.30pm.
Saturday 10th May – LEGO Club for Children
LEGO Club for Children at Royston Library, Market Hill, Royston, SG8 9JN. Second Saturday of each month from 2pm – 3pm. Places are limited, book at the library.
Saturday 10th May – VE Day 80th
B&B play the Blind Fiddler, Castle Cottages, Anstey, Buntingford SG9 0BW, on the occasion of the 80th Anniversary of VE Day. Come celebrate and have fun. Saturday 10th May from 8pm – 11pm.
Wednesday 14th May – Royston Rotary Memory Cafe
Royston Rotary Memory Cafe meets every second Wednesday of the month from 10am – 12 noon. Providing support to folks with memory loss and their carers. Enjoy friendship, fun and games at Coombes Community Centre, Burns Road, Royston, SG8 5PT.
Saturday 24th May – Board Games
Board Games meet up on Saturday 24th May from 12 noon – 6pm, £5 entry (cash only please) which is split between the Scout Group for hall hire and the board games cafe to purchase new games. There will be a range of cans and snacks available from their tuck shop too. At 1st Royston Scout HQ, Barkway Street, Royston, SG8 9EW
Sunday 8th June – Summer Fayre
A fun-packed afternoon at the Reed First School, Jackson’s Lane, Royston, SG8 8AB, summer Fayre on Sunday June 8th from 12 noon – 4pm. With bouncy castles, a Pimm’s tent, BBQ, and over 20 stalls from local businesses, there’s something for everyone in the family to enjoy.
