April 2023
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Improved sexual health and HIV prevention service has launched for residents
An improved sexual health and HIV prevention service has launched across South West London, including Richmond upon Thames, which aims to make sexual health services and information more bespoke and easily accessible for all members of our communities, particularly those identified as high-risk.
Published: 28 Apr 23
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Kew Gardens concessionary tickets
For those on Universal Credit or Pension credit, concessionary tickets are available at £1. You will need to present proof of either you Universal Credit, Pension Credit or Employment and Support Allowance on arrival.
Published: 28 Apr 23
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The Richmond Volunteer Fair returns
The annual Richmond Volunteer Fair is back at Richmond and Hillcroft Adult and Community College (RHACC) on 26 May.
Published: 28 Apr 23
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Ways you can get involved in the Big Help Out
To mark His Majesty the King’s Coronation, the national initiative, Big Help Out, has launched, encouraging us all to help in our local community. This doesn’t just need to happen on one day.
Published: 28 Apr 23
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Bank holiday waste and recycling collections
There will be no changes to the schedule of waste and recycling collections over the May bank holiday weekends.
Published: 28 Apr 23
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Barnes Children's Literature Festival Director announced as Coronation Champion
The Director of the Barnes Children's Literature Festival, Amanda Brettargh, has been named as a Coronation Champion.
Published: 27 Apr 23
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Celebrate the Coronation with a visit to The Poppy Factory
The Poppy Factory in Richmond is holding a specially themed discovery session to celebrate the Coronation of King Charles III.
Published: 27 Apr 23
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Twickenham Ukrainian Café among heroes honoured at Community Heroes Awards ceremony
Prosperity Café and the Ukrainian Social Club were among individuals, groups and businesses honoured at Richmond upon Thames' annual Community Heroes Awards last night.
Published: 26 Apr 23
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River Thames Boat Project looking for volunteers!
River Thames Boat Project are looking for volunteer boat crew and teaching assistants to join their crew.
Published: 21 Apr 23
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Fifteen School Streets soon to be live in Richmond
Richmond upon Thames will soon have fifteen school streets enabling even more children to travel safely to school every day.
Published: 21 Apr 23
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Artist and craftsperson call out for “A Taste of Twickenham” festival
Come along and take part in the new exciting summer festival, ‘A Taste of Twickenham’, which takes place on Saturday 1 July 2023 all throughout the town centre.
Published: 20 Apr 23
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Deadline for Great Big Green Week microgrants extended to Tuesday 9 May
We are offering local groups, individuals, schools or businesses microgrants to run events or activities during the week, which takes place on Saturday 10 to Sunday 18 June 2023.
Published: 19 Apr 23
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Visit East Sheen's spring market on Saturday 29 April
Come along and enjoy live music, a variety of independent artisan food and drink stalls at the East Sheen spring market.
Published: 19 Apr 23
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Six-week wellbeing programme to take place this spring
The Love Me Programme have announced a six-week wellbeing programme taking place at LiveWell Kew from Friday 21 April 2023.
Published: 18 Apr 23
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Local heritage railway wins award
Hampton Kempton Waterworks Railway (HKWR) recently won the prestigious Heritage Railway Association Award for Infrastructure at a dazzling ceremony in Birmingham.
Published: 18 Apr 23
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Take part in Whitton Adult Community Singing group
Whether you have never sung before, would like to improve existing skills, or you just love to sing for fun, join the group at Whitton Adult Community Singing during half term.
Published: 18 Apr 23
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Spring COVID-19 booster pop up clinics coming to borough
On Thursday 27 and Friday 28 April, eligible residents will be able to access their spring booster without an appointment at two community pop-up clinics. The clinics will take place at Richmond and Hillcroft Adult Community College in Richmond, and York House in Twickenham.
Published: 17 Apr 23
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Artist call out to create designs for Hampton Hill
Hampton Hill Improvement Group are working with Richmond Borough Council to enhance the streetscape of Templeton Place, Hampton Hill (Between Clarence House School and Tescos).
Published: 17 Apr 23
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Progress update: New Elleray Hall community centre
Works on the construction of the new Elleray Hall community centre in Teddington have unfortunately been delayed, as the contractor appointed is no longer able to deliver the project.
Published: 14 Apr 23
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Twickenham Conservation Area Appraisals drop-in to be held
Join our Urban Design and Conservation teams on Wednesday 19 April to find out more about the Conservation Areas for Twickenham Riverside, Twickenham Green and Queen's Road.
Published: 14 Apr 23
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Take part in Transform Work Life programme
Back for a second year, Transform Work Life is a collaboration between a Careers Development Institute registered practitioner and mentor, and Richmond Libraries.
Published: 13 Apr 23
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Spring Art Fair to open at Landmark Arts Centre
Landmark Arts Centre is hosting a Spring Art Fair in May 2023, showcasing the works from over 60 artists.
Published: 13 Apr 23
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Teddington in Flower event returns for 2023
Teddington Society will be holding its popular Teddington in Flower event on Sunday 23 April 2023.
Published: 12 Apr 23
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Albanian Heritage Club to open in Richmond
Gjurmë Iliriane (Footprint of Albania) is an Albanian Heritage Club that will provide an opportunity for children to learn the Albanian language, alongside a programme of cultural and heritage topics including folklore, dance, and national celebrations.
Published: 12 Apr 23
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Richmond Shakespeare Society to perform Henry V
The Richmond Shakespeare Society is performing Henry V, one of Shakespeare's most renowned history plays from Saturday 22 to Saturday 29 April at the Mary Wallace Theatre.
Published: 12 Apr 23
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Apply for up to £250 to run an event for Great Big Green Week
We’re offering local groups, individuals, schools or businesses microgrants to run events or activities during Richmond’s Great Big Green Week (10 to 18 June 2023).
Published: 06 Apr 23
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Accessing pharmacy and GP services over Easter weekend
If you need medical support over the bank holiday weekend, your local health services are here to help.
Published: 06 Apr 23
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Spring COVID-19 booster vaccine programme launched for those considered most vulnerable
Starting this week, spring COVID-19 jabs have become available for people aged over 75, those with a weakened immune system and older adult care home residents.
Published: 06 Apr 23
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The Real Junk Food Project Café opens at Cambrian Centre
The new pay-as-you-feel community café aims to combat food waste by taking surplus food from local restaurants, supermarkets, and food suppliers and turning it into nutritious and delicious meals to be distributed back into the local community.
Published: 06 Apr 23
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Join the Barnes Cycling Club
Barnes Cycling Club are looking for new members to join their road cycling club.
Published: 06 Apr 23
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Arts Richmond announce 2023 Art House festival
Arts Richmond have announced they have been commissioned to coordinate the borough's open studio festival, Art House, for 2023.
Published: 06 Apr 23
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Foodies Festival returns to Syon Park
The UK’s biggest touring gourmet food and music festival series returns this May bank holiday weekend from 27 to 29 May 2023.
Published: 05 Apr 23
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Career development courses led by Room for Work
Whether you're looking to re-enter the workplace or seeking a career change, local charity Room for Work is running two career support courses for residents this April.
Published: 05 Apr 23
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Come canoeing with Hampton Canoe Club
Hampton Canoe Club is a social paddling club based on the Thames opposite The Bell Inn in Hampton. They are welcoming new members with regular sessions to support them on the water.
Published: 05 Apr 23
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Residents reminded BBQs are not permitted in parks ahead of bank holiday weekend
Our Parks team are reminding residents that BBQs are not permitted in any of our parks and open spaces.
Published: 04 Apr 23
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Comic Con arrives at Richmond!
On 28 March, Richmond upon Thames College (RuTC) held its very own Comic Con.
Published: 04 Apr 23
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