Communities news

Pick up a bag and join the Great British Spring Clean

From running your own spring clean to joining our monthly Litter Challenges, there are various ways to connect with others and help keep our borough clean.

Council news | 11 Mar 26

Join the Barnes Common Big Litter Pick

Join the Big Annual Litter Pick in Barnes and take part in the Great British Spring Clean on Sunday 22 March.

Community news | Barnes Common Limited | 10 Mar 26

International Women's Day: Meet Stable & Strong Fitness

This International Women's Day, we're highlighting some of the local women running safe and welcoming sporting spaces, where women and girls can get active and improve their overall wellbeing. This time is Mortlake's Stable & Strong fitness studio!

Community news | Stable & Strong Fitness | 05 Mar 26

Make the most of your community with the Your Community Centre Guide

Did you know that there is a network of vibrant community centres in Richmond Upon Thames? The ten centres are the heart of local communities, operated by energetic local charities and social enterprises and play a vital role in enhancing connectivity for all.

Community news | Your Community Centres | 05 Mar 26

Shepherd's Star's weekly drop-in support hub returns to Twickenham

The All-in-One Hub is reopening this March, offering free weekly drop-in support for local residents seeking practical advice, wellbeing support and connection.

Community news | Shepherd's Star | 04 Mar 26

Find out what’s on this Repair Week

Repair Week (2 to 8 March) is a celebration of repair. Explore where you can pick up new skills, fall back in love with your stuff, and save money while helping the planet.

Council news | 26 Feb 26

ETNA Named a Loved and Wanted Here community space

ETNA Community Centre is proud to announce that it is one of 30 projects across London to be awarded funding by the Mayor of London and The National Lottery Community Fund, becoming a community space that will bring Loved and Wanted Here events to life for its wonderfully diverse local community over the next two years.

Community news | ETNA Community Centre | 26 Feb 26

Barnes Tuesday Local: a warm welcome every Tuesday evening

Residents are invited to come together at Barnes Tuesday Local - a relaxed weekly social evening hosted by Barnes Community Association (BCA).

Community news | Barnes Community Association | 26 Feb 26

Move more this International Women’s Day with free fitness and wellbeing sessions

This March, take part in a variety of physical activity events and activities as we mark International Women’s Day with movement and community spirit.

Council news | 23 Feb 26

Volunteer with Marie Curie's Great Daffodil Appeal at Richmond station

Marie Curie is inviting local residents to join their Great Daffodil Appeal collection at Richmond train station on Thursday 19 March, as the charity marks the 40th year of its much loved spring campaign.

Community news | Marie Curie | 23 Feb 26

Interfaith gathering to strengthen community wellbeing

Residents across Richmond are warmly invited to attend an upcoming interfaith gathering hosted by Multicultural Richmond.

Community news | Multicultural Richmond | 12 Feb 26

Give your items a second life at next weekend's Twickenham Repair Café

The next Twickenham Repair Café will be open on Saturday 21 February, for the repair of household items.

Community news | Twickenham Repair Café | 12 Feb 26

Come to Ukrainian Social Club's 'Evening of Invincibility'

Enjoy an evening of Ukrainian and British art marking resilience, remembrance, and hope on the anniversary of the full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

Community news | Ukrainian Social Club | 09 Feb 26

Join Shepherd Star's Explore programme

Launched in February 2022, Explore was created for those who are often the hardest to reach, offering a welcoming first step on the journey of personal growth.

Community news | Shepherd's Star | 09 Feb 26

Have your say on how we protect our parks and public spaces

We are inviting residents to have their say on the proposed renewal of the current Public Spaces Protection Orders (PSPOs), which aim to address anti-social activities and dog control in public spaces.

Council news | 05 Feb 26

Have fun and support local charities at the Mayor’s upcoming events

Join us for a range of exciting upcoming Mayoral events and help us raise money for the Mayor’s chosen charities, Small Steps and Crossroads Care.

Council news | 04 Feb 26

Immerse yourself in love and music this LGBT+ History Month

Join our Pink Proms, explore LGBT+ History Month and Valentine’s Day book recommendations at local libraries, and celebrate love in all its forms.

Council news | 04 Feb 26

Standing with one another this World Cancer Day

Join The Mulberry Centre in supporting those affected by cancer and explore the activities and services available.

Community news | The Mulberry Centre | 30 Jan 26

The Barnes Common Winter Wassail Returns

Join local charity Barnes Common on Saturday 7 February to make merry, and celebrate the success of the community orchard with the Barnes Common Wassail!

Community news | Barnes Common Limited | 29 Jan 26