On the border of Hertfordshire and Cambridgeshire is the market town of Royston, lying just west by 1 minute 27 seconds of the Greenwich Meridian and housing a Weather Station. It is the crossing point of two ancient roads, Icknield Way and Ermine Street, marked by Roisia’s Cross dating from the times of William the Conqueror and still present today. Beneath this monument a cave in the shape of a bell was discovered in 1742, it is carved from chalk, is believed to be unique and there has been much speculation about it’s origins and use, although possibly the Knights Templar used it in the 13th century. The museum was first established in 1856 but has moved location within Royston several times, presently residing in the old Congregational Church Schoolroom. It’s vast collection of artefacts from this historically rich location is highlighted in a chronological tapestry. It also includes Laurence McGowan's splendid Royston Charger, commissioned to commemorate the start of a new millennium. There are a good selection of pubs and restaurants and a choice of places to stay from B&Bs to The Old Bull Inn, an 18th century coach house that is now a hotel.
Attraction
Bassingbourn Tower Museum
British Museum of Miniatures
Crossing House
Docwra's Manor Garden
Royston Cave
Shepreth Wildlife Park
Care Home
Millcroft Care Home
Richard Cox House
Charity
Doctor
Dr Hoffman MG
Dr P Gough
New Roysia Surgery
Royston Health Centre
Golf Club
Barkway Park
Heydon Grange Golf & Country Club
Kingsway
Royston Golf Club
Inn
Market
Pub and Bar
Taxi
Vet
Sports Clubs
Barley CC (Cricket)
Royston CC (Cricket)
Royston Rockets BMX Racing Club (Cycling)
Shops
Barbara's Flowers
Boots
Country Homes & Gardens
Pet Hunters Ltd
Pets Corner
Origin Foods
MW Encap Ltd
Royston Photographic Centre
Hoggs
The Coffee Corner
Russells Meats
The Flower Shop
Shop on the Corner
Huffers Farm Shop
Hillview Farm Shop
Fieldgate Nurseries
The Royston Cave Arts & Bookshop
Activities
Royston Rockets BMX Racing Club(Cycling)
Hillside Clay Pigeon Club(Shooting)
Bassingbourn Ski Centre(Snow Sports)
Places to Stay near Royston
The Old Bull Inn (0.24 miles)
Sheene Mill (2.93 miles)
Sheene Mill Hotel & Restaurant is set in an idyllic location close to the centre of Royston and 15 minutes to the south of Cambridge. Near to Junctions 10 & ... More
Coach House Hotel (3.48 miles)
Primarily built of local flint, a major refurbishment by new management at the Coach House means that old world charm and a warm welcome are now complemented by modern facilities. Nestled amongst lush farmland, this pretty ... More | visit website
The Jester Hotel (3.91 miles)
This lovely country inn is located just off the A505 between Baldock and Royston; near junction 10 of the M11, it has great access to the region’s major road network. The hotel’s ... More
Hall Farm (4.64 miles)
The Three Tuns Hotel (5.36 miles)
We are a traditional Country Hotel, Pub and Restaurant situated in the heart of the village of Ashwell, North Hertfordshire which is also close to the South Cambridge shire border.We ... More
Anstey Grove Barn (6.05 miles)
Situated less than 30 minutes from Cambridge, Hertford, Ware, Harlow and Stevenage.Anstey Grove Barn is a converted barn providing high quality bed and breakfast accommodation in the heart of the ... More
Duxford Lodge (8.15 miles)
Duxford Lodge Hotel, built in the early part of the 1900s as a private house still retains some of its grandeur. All fifteen bedrooms are individually decorated to a high ... More
Zeus Hotel and Restaurant (8.16 miles)
Zeus Hotel and Restaurant building is steeped in history, having been built as a private house and maltings in the early 18th century, when Baldock was a favourite watering place ... More
Travelodge Baldock Hinxworth (8.18 miles)
There are loads of reasons our customers choose to stay at Travelodge. Our great value clean and comfortable rooms with en-suite provide everything needed for a good night's sleep and are close to where people ... More | visit website
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