December 2024
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Barnes running group celebrates largest cohort completion
The Couch to 5k group in Barnes, initiated by Cllr Millum and The Barnes Runners, completed its third and largest cohort of runners.
Published: 13 Dec 24
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Rotary’s STEM project to support school children in Ukraine
Rotary clubs in Kew, Kyiv and Kharkiv have been working in partnership to assist the education of Ukrainian children. This year, they launched a STEM project to help rebuild Ukraine.
Published: 13 Dec 24
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New outdoor gyms installed at Barn Elm Southside and Cambridge Gardens
Following feedback from two consultations, we are pleased to announce that we have installed new gym equipment at Barn Elm Southside and an inclusive gym at Cambridge Gardens.
Published: 13 Dec 24
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Hampton Kempton Waterworks Railway receives significant donation
The generous donation from Middlesex Freemasons Twickenham Lodge will provide essential furniture and visual displays that tell the story about how the railway played a vital part in the provision of clean drinking water to London in the early 20th century.
Published: 12 Dec 24
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New bikehangars to be installed across the borough next week
Between Monday 16 and 23 December, we are installing 30 new bikehangars for residents to securely store their bicycles.
Published: 12 Dec 24
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Free Christmas event at Whitton Community Centre
This Sunday 15 December, local charity Chronically Marvellous is hosting a free Santa’s grotto with a Christmas lunch for residents and their little ones.
Published: 12 Dec 24
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Help shape HIV prevention services for black communities in London
PHAST, on behalf of Do it London, is conducting a survey to better understand the HIV prevention needs, knowledge, and attitudes of black Londoners. Take part in the survey for your chance to win gift vouchers up to £100!
Published: 12 Dec 24
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Keep yourself and your loved ones strong and healthy this winter
For some, flu or Covid-19 can be very dangerous and even life-threatening. Flu and Covid-19 vaccines reduce the risk of serious illness in colder months. Book your vaccine by Thursday 19 December.
Published: 12 Dec 24
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Tree-mendous recycling to support Shooting Star Children’s Hospices
While we offer free Christmas tree collections from Monday 6 to Friday 17 January 2025, you may consider letting Shooting Star Children’s Hospices collect your Christmas tree for a minimum suggested donation.
Published: 11 Dec 24
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Fostering is everything
Are you interested in becoming a foster carer? A growing partnership of councils and children’s trusts have produced a film about local authority fostering.
Published: 11 Dec 24
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Sharing the light to support Spellow Library reopening
On Wednesday 11 December we are lighting up our libraries in solidarity with Spellow Library in Liverpool, which was destroyed during the riots this summer.
Published: 10 Dec 24
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Experience inclusive cycling with Wheels4Me London
This Disability History Month, we're excited to share information about the Wheels4Me London scheme. It offers free inclusive cycle loans for residents whose needs aren't met by most standard bicycle hire schemes.
Published: 10 Dec 24
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Pioneering Community Toilet Scheme expands to more than 70 locations
People visiting high streets in Richmond upon Thames can take advantage of over 70 free-to-use toilets, as we expands our pioneering scheme, the first of its kind in London, which first launched in 2004.
Published: 10 Dec 24
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New Elleray Hall Community Centre starting to take shape
Construction of a new Elleray Hall community centre is well and truly underway as the local community joined Richmond councillors to lay bricks for the building.
Published: 09 Dec 24
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Join 15 for Kindness to support mental health
On 11 December we're all invited to join a 15-hour live streaming event in aid of mental health charity Mind.
Published: 09 Dec 24
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Festive concerts at Landmark Arts Centre
This month, come along to Landmark Arts Centre for unforgettable musical experiences. Their enchanting concerts promise to make your Christmas merry and bright.
Published: 06 Dec 24
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Calling all table tennis players to volunteer
Are you passionate about table tennis? Volunteer for The Mulberry Centre and support people affected by cancer.
Published: 06 Dec 24
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Your warm, cosy fire could be doing more harm than you think
Residents with real coal fires or wood burning appliances in their homes are encouraged not to burn or to strictly limit burning time this winter to help reduce dangerous air pollution in the borough.
Published: 05 Dec 24
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Support your local shops this Small Business Saturday
Small Business Saturday returns this Saturday 7 December and provides an important opportunity to champion our independent businesses, visit your local high street and shop local ahead of the holidays.
Published: 05 Dec 24
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Christmas holiday resources for extra support
Local charity Ruils Independent Living has launched their annual list of local holiday resources and activities available for anyone needing additional support over the Christmas period.
Published: 04 Dec 24
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Behind the Baubles: The Real Story of Father Christmas
On Wednesday 11 December, Beyond the Palette is presenting a special Christmas show at The Exchange in aid of local charity Richmond Borough Mind.
Published: 04 Dec 24
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Christmas and New Year waste and recycling collections
Your waste and recycling collections will change over the festive period. There will also be changes to garden waste collections, and we will be offering Christmas tree collections.
Published: 04 Dec 24
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Exciting new junior gym access trial at our leisure centres
We are pleased to announce an exciting new initiative aimed at getting young people moving more in Richmond upon Thames.
Published: 03 Dec 24
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Making art accessible to everyone in the borough
In observance of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, join us in exploring Orleans House Gallery’s initiatives to make art accessible to everyone without limitations.
Published: 03 Dec 24
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Join Ukrainian Social Club for a magical evening
On Sunday 15 December, come along to a magical concert in aid of Rehabilitation Centre of Kamyanets-Podilskyi City Hospital in Western Ukraine.
Published: 03 Dec 24
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The Elizabeth Twining Almshouses welcome new residents this winter
Richmond Charities are pleased to announce that The Elizabeth Twining Almshouses are now allocated to elderly residents in housing and financial need in the borough.
Published: 03 Dec 24
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Come along to Friday night live music with Monday Club
This Friday 6 December, local cover band Monday Club will be taking the stage to support local charity Moormead Community and Sports Pavilion.
Published: 03 Dec 24
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Struggling to pay your annual fuel bills? We can help
We are once again launching our annual Fuel Grant Scheme to help those struggling to pay fuel bills this winter.
Published: 02 Dec 24
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Support Skylarks and double the blessings for local families this Christmas
Skylarks Charity has been selected as one of the Big Give’s Christmas Challenge campaign partners, meaning any donations made to Skylarks between Tuesday 3 and Tuesday 10 December will be matched pound for pound.
Published: 02 Dec 24
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Charity Christmas carol concert in Twickenham returns
Mark your calendar for Tuesday 10 December and join Off The Record for their popular Christmas concert at St Mary’s Church in Twickenham.
Published: 02 Dec 24
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Join VisitRichmond on the countdown to Christmas!
Residents and visitors are invited to take part in VisitRichmond’s advent calendar giveaway for daily surprises and to vote for their favourite windows in the Christmas window decoration competition.
Published: 02 Dec 24
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