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Arts Richmond's Radio Plays Competition final tickets now available
Join Arts Richmond from 3 to 5pm on Sunday 7 November for the final of their Radio Plays Competition in memory of Twickenham actor, Colin Skipp (Tony Archer).
Community news on behalf of Arts Richmond | 28 Oct 21
Richmond Good Neighbours seeking volunteers to help with shopping for residents
The group urgently need volunteers to help with shopping for local residents living in the borough.
Community news on behalf of Richmond Good Neighbours | 27 Oct 21
Richmond Rugby take on Jersey Reds at the Athletic Ground this weekend
Following last weekend's away victory over the Bedford Blues, Richmond Rugby will look to make it three wins in a row this Saturday, 30 October.
Community news on behalf of Richmond Rugby | 27 Oct 21
Young Writers' Festival 2021 is now open for entries!
Arts Richmond Young Writers' Festival is open to all young people who either live or attend school/clubs in the borough of Richmond upon Thames.
Community news on behalf of Arts Richmond | 26 Oct 21
Santa's back at local railway
Santa will be making a welcome return to the Hampton Kempton Waterworks community railway this December.
Community news on behalf of Hampton Kempton Waterworks Railway | 25 Oct 21
The Duchess of Malfi comes to the Mary Wallace Theatre in Twickenham
Husband and wife Luciano and Amy Dodero will be playing the doomed Duchess and her lover in Richmond Shakespeare Society's undated version of John Webster's acclaimed The Duchess of Malfi.
Community news on behalf of Richmond Shakespeare Society | 22 Oct 21
Special delivery: Baking brightens birthdays for Kew residents
The Kew Neighbourhood Association has been organising surprise birthday treats for their members to give a moment of joy on a special day.
Community news on behalf of Kew Neighbourhood Association | 22 Oct 21
Help the NHS and get a free £30 voucher by sharing your views about the flu vaccination
Are you a parent of a 2-3 year old and living in Kingston or Richmond? If so the NHS want to hear from you.
Community news on behalf of NHS | 21 Oct 21
Join Let's Go Outside & Learn for their next Nature Buddy training session
Join Let's Go Outside & Learn to find out how you can get involved in their ever growing outdoor learning programme.
Community news on behalf of Let’s Go Outside and Learn | 21 Oct 21
BIG South London launches 'Innovation Support Programme' to help local businesses
BIG South London has extended its commitment to local economic recovery with a new programme of support to help South London businesses or third sector organisations recover and thrive post-COVID.
Community news on behalf of BIG South London | 21 Oct 21
Art & Wellbeing Festival launched by local mental health arts charity
Local charity Art & Soul are inviting residents to their first ever festival of art & wellbeing, taking place during National Stress Awareness Week, which runs from 1 to 6 November 2021.
Community news on behalf of Art & Soul | 21 Oct 21
Barnes Children's Literature Festival donates Marcus Rashford book to every primary school in the borough
All primary school libraries in Richmond upon Thames will be receiving a free copy of the bestselling book 'You Are A Champion: How to Be the Best You Can Be' by the Manchester United and England footballer and activist Marcus Rashford MBE, thanks to the Barnes Children's Literature Festival.
Community news on behalf of Barnes Children's Literature Festival | 20 Oct 21
Explore the world of Van Gogh at the OSO Theatre
Have you ever wanted to explore the psyche of one of the greatest painters in the world and understand how Van Gogh saw the planet around him?
Community news on behalf of OSO Theatre | 19 Oct 21
Places still available for Richmond Rugby's Half Term Skills Camp
The Richmond Rugby Half Term Skills Camp kicks-off next Tuesday (26 October) at the Athletic Ground in Richmond.
Community news on behalf of Richmond Rugby | 19 Oct 21
Let's Discover! Free family autumn half term trail in Richmond Park
The Friends of Richmond Park are offering a new short trail for families to explore the wonderful trees of Richmond Park and their wildlife.
Community news on behalf of The Friends of Richmond Park | 18 Oct 21
Sponsored firewalk kicks off Crossway's Fantastic Fundraising Feats challenges
Crossway Pregnancy Crisis Centre is a charity that delivers a range of services located in Twickenham in South West London.
Community news on behalf of Crossway Pregnancy Crisis Centre | 18 Oct 21
Thames Water to carry out essential work in Twickenham
Thames Water will be undertaking essential engineering works in the carriageway on Percy Road junction with Hospital Bridge Road, Twickenham from Saturday 23 to Sunday 31 October 2021.
Community news on behalf of Thames Water | 18 Oct 21
Get a free £30 voucher and help the NHS by sharing your views about the flu and COVID-19 booster vaccinations
Your feedback will help ensure that you have the best information about the Flu vaccine and COVID-19 booster vaccine so that you can make an informed decision.
Community news on behalf of NHS | 18 Oct 21
Join Habitats & Heritage for a Night at the Mausoleum
Join Habitats & Heritage this Halloween for a unique chance to tour the Kilmorey Mausoleum in St Margarets after dark.
Community news on behalf of Habitats & Heritage | 15 Oct 21
Age UK Richmond's Advice Extra service can provide you with free and confidential support
From time to time we all need more in-depth support. Age UK Richmond's high quality, free and confidential Advice Extra service has helped with almost 900 contacts this year at those times when things might feel overwhelming.
Community news on behalf of Age UK Richmond | 15 Oct 21
Local photographer raising money for WWT London Wetland Centre
Andrew Wilson is a publisher and photographer who is aiming to raise £5,000 for the WWT London Wetland Centre in Barnes through sales of his new book Wild about the Wetlands.
Community news on behalf of London Wetland Centre | 15 Oct 21
A Manifesto for Richmond from The Richmond Society
Civic pride, community engagement and a passion to enhance and preserve Richmond’s special character are at the heart of a new declaration of aims by The Richmond Society.
Community news on behalf of The Richmond Society | 15 Oct 21
Half term Halloween panto from Teddington Theatre Club
Cinderella Meets The Monsters will be the Halloween panto at the Teddington Theatre Club this half term, for kids of all ages.
Community news on behalf of Teddington Theatre Club | 14 Oct 21
Church Street Twickenham celebrates a spooktacular Halloween
Come to deepest darkest Church Street this Halloween for all kinds of tricks and treats! There will be ghoulish and spooky attractions for young and old.
Community news on behalf of The Church Street Association | 14 Oct 21
Join Orleans House Gallery for their Families in the Forest tour’
Families in the Forest is an interactive experience for families to explore the Orleans House grounds through a series of encounters with inhabitants past and present.
Community news on behalf of Orleans House Gallery | 14 Oct 21
Cygnets Art School Richmond now booking half-term art workshops
The Cygnets Art School are now taking bookings for their October half-term workshops in Richmond.
Community news on behalf of Cygnets Art School Richmond | 13 Oct 21
Get Fit for Free with The Royal Park's 'Our Parks' classes
Although it may be colder and darker and you might feel your motivation slipping, The Royal Park's 'Our Parks' classes can help you stay active with free fitness classes in Richmond Park.
Community news on behalf of The Royal Park | 13 Oct 21
Kingston and Richmond Youth Council and UK Youth Parliament candidate recruitment
Do you want to make a positive change for young people in Richmond and Kingston?
Community news on behalf of Kingston and Richmond Youth Council | 13 Oct 21
Move it or Lose it exercise class for people living with dementia
Move it or Lose it is a fun exercise class for people living with dementia in the borough, organised by Age UK Richmond.
Community news on behalf of Age UK Richmond | 13 Oct 21
Hampton and Molesey Riverside Trust AGM
The Hampton and Molesey Riverside Trust have served notice of their Annual General Meeting which will take place on Tuesday 19 October 2021 at 7.30pm.
Community news on behalf of Hampton and Molesey Riverside Trust | 12 Oct 21
London Rivers Week announces amazing programme of events
London Rivers Week is an annual celebration of London's rivers and wetland habitats and runs from 23 to 31 October. There will be a wide selection of free events, talks and walks throughout the week.
Community news on behalf of London Rivers Week | 12 Oct 21
Healthwatch Richmond invite you to celebrate Black History Month at York House
Date: Tuesday 26 October 2021
Location: The Salon, York House, Richmond Road, Twickenham
Time: 6pm
Community news on behalf of Healthwatch Richmond | 12 Oct 21
The Gruffalo's Child at Kew Gardens this half term
Little ones can join the Gruffalo's Child this October half term and become a curious explorer as you follow the enchanting trail around Kew Gardens.
Community news on behalf of Kew Gardens | 11 Oct 21
Christmas Day for young care leavers
The Christmas Day Dinner is an annual local event for local care leavers aged 18-25 to celebrate their resilience and create positive memories.
Community news on behalf of Christmas Day Richmond | 08 Oct 21
Arts Richmond Radio Plays presentation
Join Arts Richmond for the final of their Radio Plays Competition in memory of Twickenham actor Colin Skipp. Colin played the beloved farmer, Tony Archer, for 46 years.
Community news on behalf of Arts Richmond | 07 Oct 21
Local derby this weekend as Richmond Rugby take on London Scottish at the Athletic Ground
Following last weekend's narrow defeat to Coventry, Richmond Rugby will look to return to winning ways this Saturday as they take on London Scottish in a much anticipated local derby.
Community news on behalf of Richmond Rugby | 07 Oct 21
London Fire Brigade launch Home Fire Safety Checker tool
The Fire Safety Checker tool provides households with advice on how to stay safe, tailored to your home and household.
Community news on behalf of London Fire Brigade | 07 Oct 21
Register for Richmond CVS' online trustee recruitment event
Being a trustee is a specialised form of volunteering and fulfils a vital role in any charity. Richmond CVS' friendly informal event is one of the best ways to learn more about it, as well as hear directly from a range of local charities that you could get involved with right now.
Community news on behalf of Richmond CVS | 07 Oct 21
The Teddington Fiverfest begins this weekend
Starting this Saturday 9 October the Teddington Fiverfest will see local independent traders offering a selection of £5 offers to shoppers.
Community news on behalf of Totally Locally Teddington | 07 Oct 21
Give rutting deer respect and space in Richmond and Bushy Parks
The Royal Parks charity is urging visitors to Bushy and Richmond Parks to be extra vigilant and keep a minimum distance of 50 metres away during the annual deer rut.
Community news on behalf of The Royal Parks | 06 Oct 21
German School London Celebrates its 50th Birthday
On Tuesday 21 September the German School London celebrated its 50th Birthday, having first opened its doors on 21 September 1971.
Community news on behalf of German School London | 06 Oct 21
Short film 'Tears Dry To Frost' to premiere at The Exchange in Twickenham
Following funding from Richmond Council's Local Area Fund, local creatives have collaborated to produce the short film 'Tears Dry To Frost'. Starring Anastasia Martin, the film is about how, as she endures more turbulence from her partner, a young woman realises the need to liberate herself.
Community news on behalf of The Exchange | 06 Oct 21
Whitton Community Big Band gear up for first gig following launch
The Whitton Community Big Band are a relaxed and friendly community band which plays swing, Latin jazz, funk and rock in a Big Band format.
Community news on behalf of Whitton Community Big Band | 05 Oct 21
Richmond running events for kids
Marathon Kids UK is a free programme that runs in parks all over the UK on weekends and in the school holidays, allowing children to maintain regular exercise even when school’s out.
Community news on behalf of Marathon Kids | 05 Oct 21
Join Richmond Borough Mind for their ultimate Resilience toolkit workshop
To celebrate World Mental Health Day on 10 October, Richmond Borough Mind is inviting you to join them for an exclusive workshop, sharing a variety of exercises and resources that can be used in everyday life to build resilience during challenging times.
Community news on behalf of Richmond Borough Mind | 04 Oct 21
A sunny and historic unveiling at Park House Mansion
On Sunday 26 September around 90 members of the Twickenham Park Residents Association (TPRA) gathered at the original Victorian pillars of Park House Mansion in East Twickenham to unveil a plaque about the history of the mansion.
Community news on behalf of Twickenham Park Residents Association | 01 Oct 21
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