News

‘Outstanding’ Richmond joins country’s top councils for children’s services

Richmond has joined the country’s top councils for children’s services, achieving Ofsted’s highest rating of Outstanding in its latest inspection. 

Council news | 27 Aug 25

Fees waived to help your road become a Play Street for a day

Families in Richmond are again being invited to come out and play as part of Car Free Day this September.

Council news | 21 Aug 25

Richmond Council seeks to clear the air with consultation on new vehicle idling powers

Richmond Council is inviting residents to have their say on a proposed boroughwide trial that would strengthen practical enforcement against drivers who unnecessarily leave their engines running while stationary.

Council news | 20 Aug 25

Richmond acrobats win bronze at The World Games 2025

Richmond Gymnastics Association (RGA) is celebrating an extraordinary podium finish after its Senior Men’s Acrobatic Group, Louis Alexander, Freddie Turner, Rex Booth and Samuel Ditchburn, claimed the bronze medal for Great Britain at The World Games 2025.

Community news | Richmond Gymnastics Association | 20 Aug 25

Services to help you deal with grief

Hear from local charity Kew Neighbourhood Association about easing the quiet weight of grief and finding connection when you need it most.

Community news | Kew Neighbourhood Association | 19 Aug 25

Your Community Centre Week returns this September

Between 22 and 28 September, residents are invited to learn more about the fantastic community spaces Richmond upon Thames has to offer.

Community news | Your Community Centre Week | 18 Aug 25

Ham Common takes a summer break from mowing

Until Sunday 31 August, a no mow scheme is being trialled around Ham Pond to help local wildlife thrive.

Council news | 15 Aug 25

Summer bank holiday waste and recycling collections

There will be no changes to the schedule of waste and recycling collections following the summer bank holiday on Monday 25 August.

Council news | 15 Aug 25

Calling all under 18’s: Have your say on our parks and open spaces

Following the success of the previous Youth Engagement Consultation in 2023, we're running it again to hear fresh ideas. Your feedback will help us improve parks and open spaces - making them more welcoming, fun, and accessible for young people across our borough.

Council news | 14 Aug 25

New football facilities proposed for Hampton Common

To meet a growing demand for football, particularly from junior and girls’ teams, our Parks Team are now consulting on plans to add two new pitches on Hampton Common.

Council news | 14 Aug 25

Come along to charity bike sale in Barnes

If you are looking to buy, sell or donate a bike, then you're invited to come along to the Barnes Charity Bike Sale at St Mary's Church.

Community news | Barnes Charity Bike Sale | 14 Aug 25

Support street trees in Kew and beyond

On Thursday 21 August, residents are invited to hear from Friends of Street Trees and our Trees team about helping to water the young trees near your home - a small act that makes a big difference.

Community news | Friends of Street Trees | 14 Aug 25

Elleray Community Association seeking new Chair

Elleray Community Association (ECA) is looking for a new Chair to lead the local charity.

Community news | Elleray Community Association | 13 Aug 25

Celebrate the season with Kew Horticultural Society

On Saturday 23 August, residents are invited to join the 80th Kew Horticultural Society Summer Show on Kew Green.

Community news | Kew Horticultural Society | 13 Aug 25

Upcoming Network Rail engineering work at Barnes Bridge

Network Rail are advising passengers that the line between Kew Bridge and Barnes will be closed between 23 and 31 August while engineers complete essential maintenance works on Barnes Bridge.

Community news | Network Rail | 13 Aug 25

Showcase Richmond through your lens

Share your unique view of Richmond before 19 September 2025 and have your photographs featured in a public exhibition celebrating local life and creativity!

Community news | Arts Richmond | 12 Aug 25

Richmond Council invites views on new Events in Parks Policy

Richmond Council is consulting on a new draft policy for events in the borough's parks, open spaces and commons. The new policy seeks to support a vibrant programme of events while protecting the borough’s much-loved green spaces.

Council news | 11 Aug 25

Share your thoughts on reintroducing white storks

Citizen Zoo and the University of Brighton invite residents to take part in a short survey about white storks in London.

Community news | Citizen Zoo | 08 Aug 25

Call for traders: Be part of Richmond’s new Centre Stage festival

A brand-new festival is coming to Richmond this September and local independent traders are invited to get involved. 

Council news | 07 Aug 25

Teddington Lock footbridge to remain open throughout Environment Agency works

Richmond Council would like to clarify that the Teddington Lock footbridge will remain open and accessible at all times throughout the upcoming planned works by the Environment Agency. There are no planned closures of the footbridge.

Council news | 07 Aug 25

Hear about local artist Shilpi Deb’s ‘Roots to Routes’ story

This South Asian Heritage Month, local artist Shilpi Deb reflects on her heritage and the inspirations behind her work.

Partner blog by Shilpi Deb | 07 Aug 25

Richmond Council responds to misleading reporting on leisure access

Statement from Councillor Julia Neden-Watts, Deputy Leader of Richmond Council.

Council news | 06 Aug 25

Step into the world of Chinese classical dance

Join free Chinese classical dance classes at Hampton Sports and Fitness Centre and explore this enchanting art form.

Council news | 05 Aug 25

Latest update on Richmond to Kew towpath

The Thames Towpath from Richmond Lock to Kew Gardens remains closed for essential repair works following the collapse of a section last year.

Council news | 04 Aug 25

New programme to help residents to find work

If you or someone you know is facing challenges finding or staying in work due to a disability, health condition or other barriers, Connect to Work is here to help.

Council news | 01 Aug 25