March 2023
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Rugby heroes turn out for SporTedd in Teddngton
SporTedd’s star-studded fundraising evenings returned with three rugby stars taking centre stage: England’s Rugby World Cup 2003 winner Lawrence Dallaglio, Scotland’s Grand Slam winner Kenny Logan and former coach of London Irish, Harlequins and Italy – and current RFU Executive Director of Performance Rugby – Conor O’Shea.
Published: 29 Mar 23
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Richmond Council calls on social housing landlords to address poor service to residents
Richmond Council and Richmond upon Thames MPs have written an open letter to the four housing associations with the largest number of homes in Richmond upon Thames, calling for the landlords to address neglected repairs, repeat missed appointments and long delays in contact experienced by housing tenants.
Published: 27 Mar 23
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Local logo design competition announced for new summer festival
Local creatives are being called to enter into a logo design contest for the brand new A Taste of Twickenham festival, taking place on Saturday 1 July in conjunction with the Richmond Arts Service’s Arts and Ideas Festival.
Published: 27 Mar 23
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Join the Mayor's European themed charity quiz
The Mayor, Councillor Julia Cambridge, is holding a European themed charity quiz in aid of the charity, Ruils.
Published: 27 Mar 23
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Join the Mayor and take part in the White Ribbon Torch Walk in Sheen
A White Ribbon Torch Walk is taking place in Sheen to raise awareness of violence against women and girls.
Published: 27 Mar 23
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Health and Wellbeing Fair at Whitton Community Centre
Visiting Angels South Middlesex will host a Health and Wellbeing Fair on Friday 31 March.
Published: 24 Mar 23
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Women’s night safety charter launched at Safer Streets Conference
Richmond Upon Thames, in partnership with other South West London boroughs, has launched a night safety charter to help women feel safer when out in the evening.
Published: 23 Mar 23
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Richmond Council invites local input to develop future flood risk management work
Richmond Council is updating its Local Flood Risk Management Strategy and looking for input from residents and community organisations, to ensure plans to protect the borough from flood risk best reflect local needs and priorities.
Published: 23 Mar 23
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Crossroads Care Manager to tackle obstacle race in support of carers
Care Manager at Crossroads Care Richmond and Kingston, Nicola Wilson, is raising money for carers by taking on the epic Tough Mudder challenge on 15 April 2023 with her friends, Sally, and Laetitia.
Published: 22 Mar 23
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First Kew EcoFair hailed a triumph!
On Saturday 11 March, St Luke’s Church welcomed more than 500 people for the first ever Kew EcoFair.
Published: 22 Mar 23
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Take part in free e-scooter training sessions for residents
This April, Bikeworks are offering two free training sessions, that aim to teach Richmond residents how to use e-scooters.
Published: 22 Mar 23
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New enterprise and innovation hub coming to Twickenham
A new community-focused enterprise and innovation hub is coming to central Twickenham, as Richmond Council announces that Patch Places Ltd will be bringing the “neighbourhood workspace” to 42 York Street.
Published: 22 Mar 23
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Join the Funding and Collaboration for Growth event next month
BIG South London and local universities - St George’s University, LSBU, and University of Roehampton - have co-organised a free event to help small and medium sized enterprises unlock the benefits of academic collaboration.
Published: 22 Mar 23
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Listen to BBC Radio London's tour of Richmond
In partnership with Visit Richmond, Barry Caffey from the BBC recently toured the borough, broadcasting live from some of the top local attractions.
Published: 21 Mar 23
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Classic car fans take a trip to The Poppy Factory
Rolls-Royce devotees took a road trip to appreciate classic design in a different form at The Poppy Factory.
Published: 20 Mar 23
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Registration now open for Art House Open Studios
Local charity Arts Richmond has been commissioned by Richmond Arts Service to coordinate the borough’s open studios 2023 festival, Art House. Registrations are open until 16 April.
Published: 20 Mar 23
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Join us for a free walk-in community health fair in Ham
We are once again partnering with local charity Ruils Independent Living to host the Ham Community Health Fair for residents on Friday 31 March.
Published: 16 Mar 23
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Visit East Sheen’s spring market on Saturday 25 March
Come along and enjoy a variety of stalls from local artisans, delicious street food and live music at the first of East Sheen’s spring market days.
Published: 16 Mar 23
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Volunteer Chair vacancy at the Museum of Richmond
The Board of Trustees of the Museum of Richmond are looking to recruit a new Chair to lead the Board and the museum in its next phase of development.
Published: 15 Mar 23
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Step into Richmond dance classes next month
Join us at Richmond Theatre for our new 45 minute dance class for ages 50 and over.
Published: 14 Mar 23
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The Daniel Spargo-Mabbs Foundation present live theatre performance
‘I Love You, Mum – I Promise I Won’t Die’ is a powerful verbatim play by award-winning playwright Mark Wheeller. The live theatre performance takes place at Waldegrave School, Fifth Cross Road, Twickenham, TW2 5LH on Monday 20 March at 6pm.
Published: 14 Mar 23
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The Dignity in Care Awards are back and open for nominations
Do you know someone who should be recognised for the compassion and dignity with which they carry out their role as a paid carer or care worker? Nominate them today for a Dignity in Care Award.
Published: 14 Mar 23
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Richmond upon Thames residents: share your ideas for the borough with your Councillors!
Richmond Council is hosting its next Community Conversation event on 18 April, giving residents from all parts of Richmond upon Thames a chance to put forward ideas for the borough to the Leader of the Council and chairs of the decision-making committees.
Published: 14 Mar 23
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Richmond and Twickenham Photographic Society annual show
From portraiture to landscape, architecture to wildlife, and fine art to street photography, Richmond and Twickenham Photographic Society’s annual exhibition celebrates the wonderful diversity of photography.
Published: 14 Mar 23
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Taking flight with Eyitemi
Twickenham singer songwriter Eyitemi’s (the name means ‘this is mine’ in the Nigerian language, Itsekiri) sound is a generous mix of soul and jazz with traces of gospel, afro, and funk. Read her answers on her music and inspirations!
Published: 14 Mar 23
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Richmond upon Thames College celebrate International Women's Day
On Wednesday 8 March, Richmond upon Thames College students celebrated International Women’s Day 2023 with this year’s theme #EmbraceEquity.
Published: 14 Mar 23
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Ruils community health team is coming to a community near you!
Ruils Independent Living are launching a new project in partnership with NHS Richmond.
Published: 14 Mar 23
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Donate now! Support young carers through the Richmond upon Thames Voluntary Fund
There are over one thousand young people in Richmond upon Thames who care for members of their family, often at a cost to their education, social development and mental wellbeing.
Published: 13 Mar 23
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The Mayor’s International Women’s Day celebration
The Mayor of Richmond Upon Thames, Councillor Julia Cambridge, hosted a celebratory International Women’s Day event on Wednesday 8 March 2023.
Published: 13 Mar 23
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Peer support roles available at Richmond Borough Mind
Richmond Borough Mind are looking for people with experience of mental health issues or caring, as well as professional skills and knowledge, to fill five support roles.
Published: 10 Mar 23
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New printmaking festival comes to the Landmark Arts Centre
A new biannual arts festival, Paper Ink Print, will run from Friday 17 to Sunday 19 March 2023. The festival will bring together the printmaking community to champion the art of hand-printmaking, artists’ books, and papermaking.
Published: 10 Mar 23
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How are we investing your Council Tax?
Your Council Tax will be used to make the borough a vibrant and inclusive place for all. We will be investing in frontline services but also the climate emergency, education, major developments, revitalising high streets, and improving infrastructure.
Published: 09 Mar 23
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Professionals take part in learning event to help protect victims of stalking
To mark the International Women's Day we held a free learning event for community organisations and professionals working across the borough to help combat stalking and violence against women and girls.
Published: 09 Mar 23
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Richmond upon Thames College launch new sports partnership
At the beginning of February, Richmond upon Thames College (RuTC) and AFC Wimbledon launched the perfect way for students to map out a career in the sports industry.
Published: 08 Mar 23
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NHS urge parents to ensure children are up to date with immunisations
Parents across London are being urged to ensure their children are up to date with routine immunisations, particularly mumps, measles, and rubella (MMR) and polio.
Published: 08 Mar 23
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Richmond in Europe Association Chairman visits Germany
Richmond in Europe Association Chairman, Alan Mockford, has returned from our twin town of Konstanz in Germany, where he visited partner sports clubs, orchestras, choirs, and schools. Alan also paid a visit to staff in the international department of Konstanz Town Hall.
Published: 08 Mar 23
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Represent Richmond in the TCS Mini London Marathon 2023
We are looking for athletes to represent London Borough of Richmond in the TCS Mini London Marathon 2023 that is taking place on Saturday 22 April 2023 over the last 2.6km of the London Marathon course.
Published: 08 Mar 23
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The Hampton Kempton Waterworks Railway season reopens this month!
It’s a welcome back to everyone as the Hampton Kempton Waterworks Railway opens with heritage steam train rides and picnics.
Published: 07 Mar 23
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Celebrate the Young Writers Festival finalists on 26 March
Following a record number of entries, the finalists for Arts Richmond's Young Writers Festival have been chosen.
Published: 03 Mar 23
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Get 24/7 access to a range of NHS services through the NHS App
Created by NHS England, the free digital platform is a simple and secure way for patients to take more control over their health and care.
Published: 03 Mar 23
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Arts Richmond announce Diana Armfield Prize for drawing from observation
Arts Richmond is delighted to announce the 2023 Diana Armfield Prize for drawing from observation, awarded by Diana Armfield RA NEAC.
Published: 02 Mar 23
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Secondary school offers day in Richmond upon Thames
87% percent of in-borough applicants have been offered a place at one of their first three preferred secondary schools.
Published: 02 Mar 23
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Nominate your Community Heroes for the BBC Make a Difference Awards
The BBC is running a London-wide Make a Difference Awards programme, which is very similar to Richmond Upon Thames' Community Heroes Awards and a chance to say a further 'thank you' and show recognition to people who go above and beyond to make others' lives better.
Published: 02 Mar 23
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COVID-19 and flu vaccine pop-up clinics schedule for March
Eligible residents who would like to get a COVID-19 or flu jab can do so at a series of regular pop-up clinics being held in the borough.
Published: 02 Mar 23
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Young south Londoners with big ambitions encouraged to choose a career in construction
With over 4,000 new vacancies a year in London, the construction industry is one of the capital’s best employers for young people looking to start a career where they can get paid, while learning, growing and moving-up the ladder.
Published: 02 Mar 23
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Twickenham Repair Café install new bike repair station
Twickenham Repair Café recently installed a new bike repair station in front of St Margaret’s Church, St Margaret’s, Twickenham, TW1 1RL.
Published: 01 Mar 23
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Arts Richmond announce Photographic Exhibition 2023: ‘Turning Point’
Arts Richmond is offering photographers from across London the chance to exhibit their work in Twickenham as part of a new exhibition, in conjunction with our Roger McGough Poetry Competition.
Published: 01 Mar 23
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Join or renew your garden bin recycling subscription
Garden waste contracts are due to end on 31 March 2023. To continue receiving collections, you will need to make a payment.
Published: 01 Mar 23
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Join Habitats & Heritage for the 100 Mile March
Throughout March, Habitats & Heritage are raising funds to support the team's incredible work and protect our local natural and historic environment.
Published: 01 Mar 23
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