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Royston, a busy market town, lies in the north-east corner of the county, on the border with Cambridgshire. 

Royston grew up at the intersection of two ancient thoroughfares: Ermine Street and Icknield Way.  Ermine Street was constructed by the Romans but the prehistoric Icknield Way said to be 'the oldest road in Britain' was ancient even before the Romans invaded Britain. 

The town takes its name from the wayside cross erected by Lady Roysia in around 1066. 

Hidden beneath the central junction of the town, at the junction of the two ancient routes, lies the man-made Royston Cave.  Rediscovered by workmen in 1742, the cave has intriguing medieval carving depicting pagan images and several Christian saints. The origns of the cave are unknown but legend suggests it was used for secret meetings of the Knights Templar in the 13th century.  

In the 17th century Royston was a favourite hunting base for King James I, who built a hunting lodge there. 

Royston boasts some historic buildings and award-winning gardens for the visitor to see.

The town's facinating history is detailed at the Royston Museum. 

Today, light industry also provides employment for residents of  the market town. 

Wimpole Hall, the magnificent stately home, lies six miles from Royston (in Cambridgeshire).

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Royston Cave, Melbourn Street, Royston, hidden beneath the pavement, this circular, bell-shaped cave was cut into the 60 m (197ft) layer of chalk which underlies the town. Legend suggests that in the 13th century it was used as a secret meeting place by the Knights Templar.  Carved with pagan images and several Christian saints the cave was rediscovered in 1742.  Open: Easter-Sept: Sat, Sun and Bank Holidays, 14:30-17:00 Tel:  01763 242223 Admission Fee
 

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Old Bull Inn 56 High Street Royston SG8 9AW MAP
Formerly an 18th century coach house, The Old Bull Inn is Royston's oldest hostelry. Here you will find a wealth of history and charm with the advantage of a sunny rear courtyard.

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The Chequers 58 High Street Royston SG8 9AW MAP
This charming 15th century coaching inn, set in the beautiful old market town of Royston, Hertfordshire, offers a well-balanced blend of contemporary design and traditional architecture.

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Coach House Hotel Newmarket Road Melbourne near Royston SG8 7PN MAP
The Coach House Hotel primarily built of local flint and after major refurbishment has maintained its old world charm and offers warm friendly welcome to all our guests. Nestled amongst farmland this pretty coaching inn situated on the..

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Around The Royston Area

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Tourist Information on Nearby Towns To Visit - straight line distance:

Wimpole (5.67 miles) Baldock (8.13 miles) Duxford (8.34 miles) Letchworth (9.90 miles) Bourn (9.93 miles) Biggleswade (10.40 miles) Saffron Walden (11.73 miles) Hitchen (12.25 miles) Cambridge (12.36 miles) Sandy (12.56 miles) Stevenage (12.62 miles)

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