Communities news

Free summer lunch party at Elleray

Everyone is invited to a FREE summer party on Friday 7 August at the spectacular new Elleray Centre in North Lane in the heart of Teddington - including a tasty free lunch!

Community news | Elleray Community Association | 30 Jul 26

Own a piece of DC Comics history while supporting Skylarks

To celebrate the release of Supergirl in cinemas, Skylarks are thrilled to be running the Skylarks Supergirl Art Auction.

Community news | Skylarks Charity | 29 Jul 26

Community Fund helps Orange Tree Theatre open doors to all

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

Community energy event ignites local interest

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

GoodGym Richmond celebrates 10 years of keeping fit by doing good

GoodGym Richmond marked a major milestone last weekend as volunteers, partners, supporters and friends came together to celebrate ten years of community-powered fitness in the borough.

Community news | Richmond GoodGym | 22 Jul 26

Join Ruils for a Disability Pride celebration event

Local charity Ruils Independent Living is hosting a free Disability Pride celebration event at their office in Teddington this July. Disability Pride Month is an important time to celebrates the identities, experiences and contributions of Disabled people.

Community news | Ruils | 22 Jul 26

Solar sparks conversation at webinar for Richmond residents

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

New lifesaving defibrillators now live in three of Richmond’s parks

On 14 July, the Mayor of Richmond upon Thames, Cllr Nancy Baldwin, and councillors unveiled an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) at Old Deer Park, marking a key milestone in expanding lifesaving equipment across the borough.

Council news | 15 Jul 26

Help Richmond residents feel ‘Full of Life’ this October

Richmond Council is inviting local community groups, charities and organisations to apply for small grants to help older residents get moving, meet new people and take part in activities that support them to live longer, healthier, and happier lives.

Council news | 13 Jul 26

Small Steps welcomes Hungarian Ambassador after international recognition

Small Steps, the local charity providing free specialist support for young children with physical disabilities, was honoured to welcome Dr Ferenc Kumin, Hungarian Ambassador to the UK, and his Press Counsellor Petra Hajdu to its Richmond centre on Tuesday 7 July.

Community news | Small Steps | 09 Jul 26

Richmond Cargo Bike Fair to return bigger and better this September

Richmond’s popular Cargo Bike Fair will return on Sunday 20 September, promising its biggest and most exciting event yet.

Council news | 08 Jul 26

Residents invited to shape Richmond’s community energy future

Learn more about Richmond’s new community energy initiative, with a series of informative events launching in our borough from 23 July.

Council news | 02 Jul 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