Sir Cecil Newman is seen here sending the first telegram from the purpose-build post office in Baldock Street, Royston, in 1936. The post office served residents for more than 50 years until it was closed in 1995.

POST HASTE: Sir Cecil Newman is seen here sending the first telegram from the purpose-build post office in Baldock Street, Royston, in 1936.

The post office served residents for more than 50 years until it was closed in 1995.