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Royston Cave
- Jul 22, 2023
- 5 min
The Knights Templar in Hertfordshire
The Knights Templar owned a lot of land and property here in Hertfordshire and they visited Royston regularly to sell at its market.
Royston Cave
- Sep 26, 2022
- 4 min
Therfield Heath
Therfield Heath has been used by people since the Neolithic period and contains 6 rare species of plants and 32 rare invertebrates.
Royston Cave
- Aug 4, 2022
- 5 min
The Discovery of Royston Cave
Royston Cave was discovered by accident in 1742 by workmen erecting a bench in the market house above.
Royston Cave
- Apr 30, 2022
- 10 min
Royston Priory
By 1184, a priory had been established at Royston. Learn about the life of its monks and their role within the community.
Royston Cave
- Mar 24, 2022
- 9 min
James I's Royal Palace, Royston
James I visited Royston frequently to hunt in its countryside. His unusual palace in the town became one of his most favoured residences.
Royston Cave
- Oct 29, 2020
- 6 min
A Brief Memoir of Joseph Beldam
Joseph Beldam (1795-1866) was a Royston-born lawyer, writer, historian and advocate for the abolition slavery. He also studied Royston Cave.
Royston Cave
- Jul 25, 2020
- 4 min
Royston Cave's History as a Visitor Attraction
From private owners to guided tours, find out about Royston Cave's modern history as a visitor attraction.