May 2024
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Volunteer to help keep our young trees healthy this summer
A new community-led initiative, Friends of Street Trees, is looking to recruit volunteers to help water street trees in our neighbourhoods during the warmer months.
Published: 31 May 24
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Our latest improvements at Ham Riverside Playing Pitches
Our Parks and Sports Development teams have partnered with Richmond Baseball Club to bring Ham Riverside Playing Pitches up to baseball league standards.
Published: 31 May 24
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Help increase access to lifesaving heart defibrillators locally
Local community groups and organisations can apply for a defibrillator with help from available funding schemes, to ensure they are readily available to our residents when it matters most.
Published: 31 May 24
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Lunch and socialise at Mortlake Community Hub
Residents are welcome to join Mortlake Community Hub every Wednesday for a lunch and friendly company.
Published: 31 May 24
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Explore arts and culture events in Richmond
This June, various cultural events are happening in and around the borough, ranging from visual arts to performance, film, music and more.
Published: 31 May 24
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Free NPLQ lifeguard training available this summer
Throughout July and August, we're offering free lifeguard training to residents over 16.
Published: 29 May 24
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Make a splash at our leisure centres this summer
We have launched a new Summer Splash programme to ensure that no child in Richmond upon Thames is priced out of keeping happy and active through swimming.
Published: 29 May 24
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Enjoy a family day out at the Moormead Community Picnic
On Sunday 9 June, the Moormead Community and Sports Pavilion (MCSP) charity is hosting an activity-filled picnic in Moormead Park to celebrate the project's success so far and provide updates on the pavilion's upcoming rebuild.
Published: 29 May 24
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Carers Week 2024: Putting Carers on the Map
This June, Richmond Carers Centre is launching Carers Week 2024 which features a range of activities and workshops to support those in our borough who care for a loved one.
Published: 24 May 24
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Stag Brewery inquiry delayed
We have been informed that due to circumstances out of the Planning Inspector’s control the public inquiry for the Stag Brewery was not able to open on Wednesday 29 May as planned.
Published: 24 May 24
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Charity quiz night in Twickenham this June
On Saturday 8 June, local charity Embracing Age is hosting a quiz night at St Stephen's Church. Money raised will go towards their work befriending care home residents and supporting those caring for a loved one.
Published: 24 May 24
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Compete for Richmond Artist of the Year 2024
Residents aged 16 and over are invited to enter the Richmond Artist of the Year 2024 competition held by Arts Richmond.
Published: 24 May 24
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Free workshops to take control of your finances
This June, national charity Crosslight Advice is offering a three session Money Course on Monday 10, Monday 17 and Monday 24 June, from 7 to 8.30pm at St Mary's Church in Twickenham.
Published: 24 May 24
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Grant programme for cancer awareness activities
RM Partners, the North West and South West London Cancer Alliance, is running a new Community Cancer Awareness Grants Programme for local voluntary and community groups.
Published: 23 May 24
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Calling all literature lovers to The Queen's Reading Room Festival!
On Saturday 8 June 2024, Historic Royal Palaces is bringing back The Queen's Reading Room Festival, gathering authors, actors, and literature lovers for a day celebrating the written word.
Published: 22 May 24
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New report addresses local childhood vaccination challenges
In response to falling rates of critical childhood vaccinations, we have worked in partnership with the NHS and residents to investigate the challenges and propose solutions to improve uptake and help protect our communities.
Published: 22 May 24
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Enjoying our parks safely
We want you to enjoy our parks to the fullest, especially during the warmer weather, so we have pulled together some key tips and measures to ensure you can freely enjoy our green spaces.
Published: 22 May 24
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Hear an update on the Moormead Community and Sports Pavilion rebuild
This Wednesday 22 May, The Moormead Community and Sports Pavilion (MCSP) project will host an event about the pavilion's upcoming rebuild.
Published: 21 May 24
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Experience a free Chinese classical dancing session
Are you looking for an adventure into the world of Chinese classical dance? Adult residents can now enjoy regular free trial sessions to explore this enchanting art form.
Published: 21 May 24
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Find out your risk of type 2 diabetes
In Richmond, there are an estimated 7,200 people known to be at high risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Find out about free local resources to help you understand and manage your risk.
Published: 21 May 24
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Supporting Hong Kong residents in Richmond upon Thames
We have been awarded additional funding from the Greater London Authority’s (GLA) Hong Kong British National Overseas (BNO) fund, enabling us to make a meaningful impact within the Hong Kong community in our borough.
Published: 21 May 24
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Shakespeare shows in Twickenham this summer
The Richmond Shakespeare Society has announced its summer programme featuring three open-air productions in Twickenham.
Published: 20 May 24
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Local unsung heroes honoured at Community Heroes Awards
Last night, Thursday 16 May, members from across our community were celebrated at Richmond upon Thames’ annual Community Heroes Awards.
Published: 17 May 24
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BBQs are not permitted in our parks
With the warm weather and the bank holiday on the way, we are reminding residents that BBQs are not permitted in any of our parks and open spaces.
Published: 17 May 24
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Come to free money management workshop
On Monday 20 May, residents are welcome to join a free Cost of Living Toolkit workshop run by national charity Crosslight Advice.
Published: 17 May 24
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Richmond libraries operating offline temporarily
From Tuesday 28 May to Friday 2 June, a large-scale IT system upgrade will take place to improve our library services.
Published: 17 May 24
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Join Kew Society for a Boston Tea Party debate this June
On Saturday 1 June from 1 to 3.15pm, Kew Society is holding a debate on ‘The Coercive Acts - after the Boston Tea Party’ at The National Archives in Kew (TW9 4DU).
Published: 15 May 24
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Donate to residents' charity fundraiser
On Sunday 9 June, a local Twickenham resident is running the Turks Head 10K Fun Run to raise money for Crossroads Care Richmond and Kingston.
Published: 15 May 24
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Local school saves 920kg of textile waste
At a recent Earth Day celebration event, the Trafalgar School engaged community members in sustainability practices and how to reduce environmental impacts.
Published: 15 May 24
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How easy is it to book an appointment with your GP?
Healthwatch Richmond is running a survey to understand residents’ experiences of booking GP appointments and virtual consultations, to help optimise the delivery of care.
Published: 15 May 24
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Donate food and toiletries to the Vineyard Community and Richmond Foodbank
Richmond Foodbank, part of the Vineyard Community charity and the Trussell Trust's network of foodbanks, has issued an urgent call for food and toiletries donations to help meet the increasing demand for emergency food parcels.
Published: 15 May 24
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New Mayor to raise money for Richmond Borough Mind and Home-Start RKH
The new Mayor of Richmond upon Thames and their chosen Deputy were formally announced last night at a special meeting of Richmond Council.
Published: 15 May 24
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Share your views on waste disposal
Take part in West London Waste Authority's waste management survey for your chance to win a £100 shopping voucher.
Published: 14 May 24
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Discover the hidden beauty of Ham’s gardens
On Sunday 19 May, Ham Open Gardens returns giving residents the chance to explore a selection of the most beautiful private gardens in Ham.
Published: 14 May 24
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Move more for your mental health
Richmond Moves will be joining Mental Health Awareness Week from 13 to 19 May to promote wellbeing through movement.
Published: 14 May 24
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Learn about lifestyle changes to lower your risk of dementia
As part of Dementia Action Week, residents are invited to join a free drop-in information session on Friday 17 May from 11am to 3pm at Civic Centre in Twickenham.
Published: 13 May 24
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Move more and live better at Hampton’s free community health fair this May
Join Ruils for a free walk-in Community Health Fair and discover how small, simple steps can transform your health and wellbeing.
Published: 10 May 24
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Join in our all ability cycling sessions as a volunteer!
We are looking for volunteers to help us run our all ability cycling sessions, which are designed for people with learning, physical and/or sensory disabilities to enjoy cycling and explore the outdoors by bike.
Published: 10 May 24
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Are you interested in becoming a foster carer?
Achieving for Children are holding a series of informal online drop-in sessions this Foster Care Fortnight for those who may be interested in becoming a foster carer.
Published: 10 May 24
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New Pop-Up Youth Friday at ETNA Community Centre
If you're between 13 and 16 years old and live around East Twickenham, come along to the ETNA Community Centre for their next Pop-Up Youth Friday on Fiday 17 May 2024.
Published: 10 May 24
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Richmond Council invites residents to feedback on Social Housing Improvement Plan
We are embarking on a campaign to drive improvements in standards of social housing for residents.
Published: 09 May 24
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Swap to Stop: New scheme launched to support smokers to stub out for good
Our Stop Smoking Service is offering adults who smoke the opportunity to take part in a national initiative that supports them to swap cigarettes for a free vape kit and behavioural support for up to 12 weeks.
Published: 08 May 24
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Restoration and maintenance plans for Lower Crane Valley
We’ve recently launched our Lower Crane Valley Management Plan, which sets out an initial five-year programme for large-scale improvements to the biodiversity and community value of the Crane Valley in Richmond.
Published: 08 May 24
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Surplus food for the community
Local charities Linden Hall and Surplus to Supper are co-hosting regular Community Suppers, to offer freshly cooked meals to residents.
Published: 07 May 24
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Have your say on our public sports and fitness centres
Join us online on 20 May to share your views about what you value, want to protect and would like to enhance about our leisure facilities.
Published: 03 May 24
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Arts Richmond’s Affordable Art Tent returns this month
This summer, Arts Richmond is hosting an Affordable Art Tent for residents to purchase unique artworks from local artists.
Published: 03 May 24
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New to running? Join Kew’s local Couch to 5K+ group
The free-to-join Kew Couch to 5K running group is returning for its second year from Monday 13 May 2024 to support another batch of new runners in taking on the popular NHS programme and improving their fitness.
Published: 01 May 24
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Walk 100 miles in May to support Richmond Borough Mind
This May, Richmond Borough Mind is launching a '100 Miles in May' virtual fundraising challenge.
Published: 01 May 24
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Explore the golden age of British comedy this May
On Friday 17 May 2024 at 7pm, Kew Society is hosting an illustrated talk ‘A Bit of a Carry On’ at The National Archives in Kew (TW9 4DU).
Published: 01 May 24
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Dementia information event coming to Age UK this May
As part of Dementia Action Week, Age UK in Twickenham is hosting a pop-up event for residents to learn more about the condition and the local support available for those who are living with or caring for someone with dementia.
Published: 01 May 24
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