News

Become a London Heartstarter in Kew

The London Heart Starters campaign is bringing more life-saving defibrillators to the city, in the areas where they are needed most. Join Rotary Club of Kew Gardens and London Ambulance Service on 6 August to learn how to save a life.

Community news | Rotary Club of Kew Gardens | 30 Jun 26

Catch Shakespeare's Merry Wives in York House Gardens

From 13-18 July, the Richmond Shakespeare Society's annual open-air show returns to York House Gardens.

Community news | Richmond Shakespeare Society | 30 Jun 26

Live Languages: Charity French coffee morning at ETNA

Calling all Francophiles! On Saturday 5 September, residents of all ages and levels of French are invited to practise their French conversation at ETNA Community Centre.

Community news | Live Languages | 25 Jun 26

Barnes mum builds village to end family loneliness

Loneliness doesn't care if you live somewhere beautiful. Parents are standing next to each other in Barnes, on the Common, at the school gate - and they are completely alone. Chloe Stephens, a single mum with nearly 30 years in childcare, built The Village Barnes to change that.

Community news | The Village Barnes | 25 Jun 26

Ready to give your walks a purpose? Try the newly-launched Box Walks

Box Walks is a new initiative using cleaned-up old phone boxes for a nature walk, with information at each phone box about a different aspect of climate change and sustainability.

Community news | Box Walks | 18 Jun 26

Bubble show aims to bring joy across generations and raise money for charity

Local award-winning charity, Brighter Together, have been selected to participate in The Big Give Small Charity Week from 22 to 29 June, where all public donations will be match funded.

Community news | Brighter Together | 18 Jun 26

Join Richmond Mencap's Learning Disability Awareness Day event

Join Richmond Mencap at York House on 17 June for a fantastic community celebration packed with fun, food, and fantastic entertainment. Browse exciting stalls, enjoy delicious food, and soak up live music performances throughout the day.

Community news | Richmond Mencap | 16 Jun 26

Home-Start celebrating 30 years of local impact

For 30 years, Home-Start Richmond Kingston and Hounslow has supported families across Richmond, Kingston and Hounslow facing challenges like isolation, mental health difficulties, disability, financial issues and domestic abuse.

Community news | Home-Start Richmond Kingston and Hounslow | 11 Jun 26

Soar for Skylarks over the Allianz

Get ready for the ultimate adrenaline rush! Join us for the Twickenham Zipwire, an unforgettable 150m zipline adventure across the Allianz Stadium, the home of English rugby. Feel the thrill as you soar high above the pitch while friends, family, and fellow participants cheer you on.

Community news | Skylarks Charity | 10 Jun 26

Armed Forces Week: Open day at The Poppy Factory

The Poppy Factory will hold a free open day at the start of Armed Forces Week on Monday 22 June, as the charity celebrates 100 years in Richmond upon Thames.

Community news | The Poppy Factory | 10 Jun 26

Give your items a second life at this month's Twickenham Repair Café

The next Twickenham Repair Café will be open on Saturday 20 June, for the repair of household items.

Community news | Twickenham Repair Café | 10 Jun 26

Elleray Social Club: Forming new friendships later in life

Growing older can bring more time to relax, fewer daily pressures and the chance to spend more time enjoying hobbies and family. Yet for some, it also brings a quieter, less welcome visitor – social isolation and loneliness.

Community news | The Elleray Centre and Elleray Social Club | 10 Jun 26

Residents invited to attend the Safer Neighbourhood Board meeting this July

Residents are invited to attend the next Richmond upon Thames Safer Neighbourhood Board (SNB) meeting, taking place at York House in Twickenham on Thursday 9 July at 7pm.

Community news | Richmond Safer Neighbourhood Board | 10 Jun 26

Thames Path 30th Anniversary Relay

In celebration of the Thames Path’s 30th anniversary, and in collaboration with Drinkable Thames, a month long relay is taking place from the source in the Cotswolds to Woolwich, passing through Richmond.

Community news | Thames Landscape Strategy | 10 Jun 26

Design a poster to celebrate 150 years of St Margarets Station

Get creative and help celebrate the 150th birthday of St Margarets Station with a colourful poster design.

Community news | Visit Richmond | 04 Jun 26

Enjoy the Museum of Richmond's Trumpeters' House Garden Party

Unwind in a lovely garden with your favourite drink and a delicious slice of cake, all while enjoying the uplifting sounds of the Barnes Concert Band and fundraising for the Museum of Richmond.

Community news | Museum of Richmond | 04 Jun 26

RSS Young Actors' Summer Showcase

As part of the 2026 RSS ALIVE! programme, the RSS Young Actors' Company presents its Summer Showcase, featuring some of the work they have been preparing this year.

Community news | Richmond Shakespeare Society | 04 Jun 26

The Exchange announces Cinderella as 2026 panto

The Exchange in Twickenham has announced Cinderella as its pantomime for 2026 opening on Monday 7 December for a 20-day run, the longest ever running pantomime production at the venue.

Community news | The Exchange | 04 Jun 26

Artist of the Year Competition

The Arts Richmond Artist of the Year Competition will take place on Saturday 20 June 2026 at Ham House.

Community news | Arts Richmond | 04 Jun 26

Family bike ride and day of fun at Osterley Park

Join fellow Richmond families on Saturday 13 June for a lovely family bike ride from York House, Twickenham to the beautiful Osterley Park, where you can enjoy the West London Cycling Mela.

Community news | Richmond Cargo Collective | 01 Jun 26