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At last week’s High Tide Festival, more than 300 residents and visitors joined us at Orleans House Gallery for South Asian dance workshops and an afternoon of ragas performances.
Council news | 31 Jul 26
A new messaging speaker has been installed at Teddington Lock by Richmond Council as part of its ongoing efforts to warn people about the serious risks of jumping into the River Thames.
Council news | 31 Jul 26
Transport for London (TfL) is pressing ahead with changes to several bus routes in the Barnes area from Saturday 15 August, despite local objections raised by residents during its consultation.
Council news | 29 Jul 26
Families across the borough can enjoy an energic summer break, with a range of activities at our leisure centres in Hampton, Shene, Teddington and Whitton.
Council news | 28 Jul 26
Our Community Fund has supported Orange Tree Theatre’s redevelopment project, helping more people enjoy and take part in theatre.
Council news | 28 Jul 26
Recycling correctly is one of the simplest ways we can all help reduce waste and keep Richmond clean and green. You can now recycle even more in your recycling bin.
Council news | 28 Jul 26
This summer, bring your children to libraries across the borough for the 2026 Summer Reading Challenge.
Council news | 27 Jul 26
Patch in Twickenham was alive with community energy on Thursday 23 July as residents packed the room to hear about the new Richmond Community Energy Cooperative.
Council news | 27 Jul 26
Residents warned that Heathrow expansion would damage their homes, health and quality of life during a Richmond Council Community Conversation event.
Council news | 24 Jul 26
Are you a mobile caterer looking for a new trading location? Join a five-month summer trial to serve high-quality food and drink in some of Richmond's award-winning parks and green spaces.
Council news | 24 Jul 26
It’s been a busy few months for film and TV in Richmond upon Thames, with many of the borough’s locations featuring in massive worldwide productions – even at the World Cup Final (ish).
Council news | 23 Jul 26
Take part in a creative collage workshop at The Fixery, Richmond’s repair and reuse hub at Grove Gardens Chapel, on Tuesday 6 August.
Council news | 23 Jul 26
Ana Popovici has been named as the next Chief Executive of Richmond and Wandsworth’s Better Service Partnership – a team of council officers that serves more than half a million residents.
Council news | 23 Jul 26
Richmond Council is deeply saddened to learn of the death of former Councillor Robin Brown, who dedicated eight years of service to Richmond upon Thames and the community he cared so deeply about.
Council news | 22 Jul 26
“London needs more homes, but targets must reflect local realities.” That is the message from Richmond councillors following the publication of the Mayor of London’s Draft London Plan last week.
Council news | 22 Jul 26
Active Hampton is already proving popular with residents, and there is plenty more to look forward to over the coming months.
Council news | 22 Jul 26
The government needs to go back to the drawing board and rethink its proposed High Value Council Tax Surcharge – often dubbed a ‘mansion tax’, according to the Leader of Richmond Council.
Council news | 20 Jul 26
Refurbishment is progressing at both ends of the lock, with damaged sections being carefully excavated. The Environment Agency's (EA) contractor has reinforced the walls using steel rods, and this work is now nearly complete.
Council news | 20 Jul 26
With new venues joining our Community Toilet Scheme, residents and visitors now have access to over 100 clean, free toilet facilities across the borough.
Council news | 20 Jul 26
An open forum for questions on solar panels and home energy improvements sparked engaging conversation during our first free solar and retrofit webinar, featuring experts from MakeMyHouseGreen and Ecofurb.
Council news | 17 Jul 26
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