News

Empowering young minds at primary school Eco Summit

This week, 70 primary school Eco Champions from ten local schools came together for an Eco Summit event at the London Wetland Centre in Barnes.

Council news | 02 May 25

Celebrate spring with plant sale and family fun

On Sunday 11 May, Habitats & Heritage’s popular Plant Sale for Wildlife is back! Come along with your little ones and enjoy a fantastic day of plants, nature and community fun.

Community news | Habitats & Heritage | 02 May 25

New tennis courts opening this bank holiday weekend

On Monday 5 May, we invite all players and their little ones to join us in unveiling seven newly refurbished tennis courts at Carlisle Park.

Council news | 01 May 25

Over 100 students engage with Stalking Awareness Week event

A joint event hosted by our Community Safety team, the Metropolitan Police, and St Mary’s University on Tuesday 29 April attracted over 100 students and staff. It helped raise awareness of stalking and personal safety following National Stalking Awareness Week.

Council news | 01 May 25

Team Richmond athletes shine at youth marathon

We are pleased to share Team Richmond’s fantastic achievement at the recent TCS Mini London Marathon Championships.

Council news | 01 May 25

Give bowls a go this summer

Three local bowls clubs are waiting to welcome you to their upcoming open days, where you'll be able to try out the sport in a friendly and open environment.

Council news | 01 May 25

Explore our borough’s rich local history

The Know Your Place heritage festival is returning this spring! Find out about events and activities featuring Richmond's fascinating history.

Council news | 01 May 25

VE Day 1945: Your stories

To mark 80 years since the end of the war in Europe, we asked you to share your stories of VE Day 1945.

Council news | 01 May 25

Join the fun at Richmond May Fair and celebrate our community

With more than 250 stallholders already signed up, the much-loved Richmond May Fair will take place on Saturday 10 May between 10am and 5pm on Richmond Green. It will be opened by the Mayor of Richmond.

Community news | Richmond May Fair | 01 May 25

Find out what’s available to support SMEs

On Wednesday 7 May, local founders and leaders behind micro, small, and medium-sized businesses are invited to join our free Access to Finance event to explore how to access the best funding route for your business.

Council news | 30 Apr 25

May bank holidays waste and recycling collections

There will be no changes to the schedule of waste and recycling collections following the two May bank holidays on Monday 5 May and Monday 26 May 2025.

Council news | 30 Apr 25

Ordinary people, extraordinary impact: Richmond’s community heroes honoured

From saving surplus food to fight hunger, to protecting green spaces and helping to uplift the most vulnerable among us – some of Richmond upon Thames’ most inspiring grassroots initiatives were celebrated last night at the 2025 Community Heroes Awards.

Council news | 30 Apr 25