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Royston Cave is man-made and decorated with religious wall carvings. No records of its age or purpose exist. Discover the mystery beneath Royston. www.roystoncave.co.uk

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Our favourite tours of the year are now on sale !

22.10.2025 10:24 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Our public season has now finished for the year, but we have two specials planned in October and November. Please see our website for more details.
#stcatherine #cave #autumnalvibes

07.10.2025 14:03 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The fate of the Knights Templar was sealed on Friday 13th October 1307 once King Philip IV France ordered their mass arrest in France. Join us for our only public tour during October to find out more about these warrior monks and their possible connection to the cave.

29.09.2025 13:32 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Our love of pattern can be seen throughout history, from interlocking Celtic designs to ornate Victorian florals. Drop-in for some relaxed pattern creating, from simple methods to more complex, try your hand at making your own designs.

πŸ“† Sunday 21 and 28 September, 10am - 4pm
🎟️ Free Entry

21.09.2025 07:45 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Join us for a FREE workshop and discover quick and easy way to reduce heat loss and cut heating bills in the winter, and keep your home cooler and comfier throughout the summer months.

πŸ—“οΈ Wednesday 22 October, 2pm-4:30pm and 6pm-8:30pm
🎟️ FREE
πŸ’» Book here: buff.ly/PIaxzgS

22.09.2025 11:01 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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We are please to announce our trio of special meditation sessions in the cave, starting with the equinox on 22nd Sept. Join us for a night of spirituality, reflection and meditation. Spaces is limited so please book early to avoid disappointment.

02.09.2025 10:55 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Royston cave will be open for tours on Monday 29th September to coincide with the feast day St Michael. Find out more about his possible connections to the cave on our website.

01.09.2025 11:30 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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We are open Sat, Sun and Mon this Bank Holiday weekend. Our lovely guides will discuss the discovery, theories and history of the cave and town. Book online to secure your space. www.roystoncave.co.uk

21.08.2025 09:47 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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Discover the art and archaeology of the @roystoncave.bsky.social in a brilliant little exhibition created by students from King James Academy, Royston, as part of their work experience at the Museum.

The exhibition is open Thursday - Sunday, 10am to 4pm, and admission is free.

18.08.2025 11:02 β€” πŸ‘ 8    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Sometimes attributed to St George, it has also been suggested that instead this carving could be St Michael. Could this be where the Michael ley line enters the cave ? To find out more and to celebrate the feast day of this saint join us for public tours on Monday 29th September at 1pm and 1:45pm.

05.08.2025 10:32 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The Jowler trail starts this weekend in Royston. Bring the children and help them learn about the history of the town, and if you are feeling lavish you can enhance the experience with a baked treat at every checkpoint !

22.07.2025 08:16 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Discover the art and archaeology of @roystoncave.bsky.social in our brilliant new mini-exhibition, 'Carvings and Critters'.

19.07.2025 11:34 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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We will be holding our second Sensory Adapted tour on 7th Sept,within the cave,for people who may need a different atmosphere to be able to enjoy a visit. The guide will only offer information when it is requested, and visitor numbers reduced. Please see our website for more details.

18.07.2025 10:19 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Two tickets have just become available for our previously sold out dowsing special on Wednesday evening. We had a practise on Monday night, and as well as being so cool down the there, it was great fun, so grab the opportunity to join us !
#dowsing #pendulum

01.07.2025 16:25 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Coming up this month at the Museum...
πŸ”₯ Anglo-Saxon Day
β›± The Museum Tots are off on holiday
πŸ–Œ Spark! art club for creative minds aged 11 to 14yrs
πŸ› Discover the Royston area in the Roman period in this month's talk
🎢 An evening of music
πŸ₯‚ An evening of craft

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01.07.2025 10:02 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Summer fun coming soon !

24.06.2025 11:06 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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John The Baptist John The Baptist - was he the cave's dedication ?

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The 24th June is the feast day of St John, which celebrates his birth. Read more here !

24.06.2025 09:46 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Too hot for an outing this weekend ? Not in the cave, it is a cool 10 degrees down below - lovely 😎

19.06.2025 20:07 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Can you feel the force ? Summer solstice at the cave is a special time, so why not join one of our public tours this weekend.

17.06.2025 15:29 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Thanks guys, you're awesome too ! 😍

13.06.2025 15:59 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Join us on the 2nd July for our dowsing special. Our guide will talk through ley line theories, dowsing and then you will have the opportunity to try for yourself. Will you be able to detect the Michael and Mary lines, said by some to cross in the cave??

09.06.2025 12:12 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The 7th June, marks national #TourettesAwarenessDay and we are supporting @TourettesAction to show solidarity and support to the 300,000 people living with Tourette syndrome in the UK. Find out more here youtu.be/3OhuNoERSHY #Misunderstood #turnitgreen

06.06.2025 13:52 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

So glad we didn't have smart phones then !

02.06.2025 08:07 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Crikey, is that what used to be Flicks ??

01.06.2025 10:11 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Wondering what to do this bank holiday weekend ? Wondering what is at the end of the tunnel ? We are open Sunday and Monday afternoon, so come along !

23.05.2025 09:26 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Our friends at Royston Museum are taking part in the Great Big Green Week. If you are visiting the cave on 14th June, why not pop along and see what they have in store ?

21.05.2025 09:48 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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There's still time to book your tickets for 2 fantastic evenings at the Museum this week.

πŸ“Έ Take a wander through 1890's Royston on Wednesday 21 May
🎢 Enjoy an evening of acoustic music on Friday 23 May

Head to our website for full details and to book your tickets: buff.ly/MJLEGi3

18.05.2025 18:02 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Royston Cave | What's On From the Summer Solstice to Halloween and the Cave lit by candlelight, discover the upcoming events happening at Royston Cave this year.

We will be holding Sensory Adapted tours in the cave for people who would appreciate a different atmosphere. The guide will only present information when it is requested, and visitor numbers will be reduced. See our website for more information. www.roystoncave.co.uk/events

14.05.2025 10:01 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Thank you !

14.05.2025 09:57 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A black and white photograph of carvings inside Royston Cave. St Catherine and her wheel can be seen just of centre to the right.

A black and white photograph of carvings inside Royston Cave. St Catherine and her wheel can be seen just of centre to the right.

And one for our friends @roystoncave.bsky.social...

In Royston, a cave carved in stone,
With ancient marks all on its own.
The past whispers near,
In silence, unclear,
A mystery still unknown.

12.05.2025 09:28 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

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