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Fed up of getting stuck in traffic driving the kids around? Worried about how you’re going to fit in nursery drop off and get into the office? Come and chat to local parents on 20 March about cargo bikes and how they can revolutionise your family journey.

Community news | Cargo Collective | 04 Mar 26

Start spring enjoying the fresh air outside on our regular volunteer-led health walks for people of all abilities. Our walks are friendly, welcoming and empowering, they are a great opportunity to explore the outdoors, discover new places and meet new people.

Council news | 03 Mar 26

In Richmond upon Thames, there are many great ways for women and girls to get involved in sport from grants and bursaries to coaching and volunteering opportunities.

Council news | 27 Feb 26

Whitton Community Centre is the home to a multitude of clubs, associations, small businesses and support groups. It is open every day of the week, all year round with spaces to hire for events, business and community groups.

Whitton Community Association was established in 1966 to connect the residents of Whitton and Heathfield. As a charity the association championed for a community centre to create a support network for all ages, by providing a social hive for education, activity and leisure.

Sixty years on, Whitton Community Association takes great pride in having long established groups. It continues to be part of the growth of new groups to further benefit the local community.

Community news | Whitton Community Association | 27 Feb 26

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

Live Languages are saying a huge thank you to all their French students and fellow local Francophiles who joined their recent charity coffee morning celebrating Epiphany (la Fête des Rois).

Community news | Live Languages | 26 Feb 26

Local psychologist Dr Genevieve von Lob is teaming up with DJ Josh Silver to bring ecstatic dance to Twickenham, with an inaugural evening of heart-opening movement, music and connection at ETNA Community Centre on Friday 13 March.

Community news | ETNA Community Centre | 26 Feb 26

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

Join the Swedish Pilsnerbandet and Whitton Community Big Band at Whitton Community Centre on 11 April for a spring big band spectacular.

Community news | Whitton Community Big Band | 23 Feb 26

Sisters Joanna and Ella Tilley ran the Old Deer Parkrun last weekend as part of their training for the London Marathon, which they're running in aid of Crossroads Care and in memory of their father, Clive.

Community news | Crossroads Care | 19 Feb 26

A brilliant and varied programme of dramatic plays, comedy theatre, musicals, children’s shows, and music performance awaits you this spring at the wonderful OSO Theatre on Barnes Pond.

Community news | OSO Theatre | 19 Feb 26

The National Archives in Kew's ongoing free exhibition 'Love Letters' is proving popular. Last Saturday (Valentine's Day) saw the highest number of visitors in a single day throughout the Archives' history!

Community news | The National Archives | 18 Feb 26

Run by Hampton & Hampton Hill Voluntary Care for registered neighbours, the book club shows that a shared love of reading and meaningful discussion can strengthen community connections at any age.

Community news | Greenwood Community Centre | 12 Feb 26

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

Our four leisure centres in Hampton, Shene, Teddington and Whitton are offering exciting activities that your little ones can enjoy during half term and continue after the break.

Council news | 05 Feb 26

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

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

Arts Richmond celebrates its 60th year with a festival celebrating women. The festival will take place on Sunday 8 March, in recognition of International Women's Day.

Community news | Arts Richmond | 02 Feb 26

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

On Saturday 14 March at 12.30pm, join Skylarks for the Dare Skywalk at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Get ready to rise above your limits and make a real difference to support life-changing therapies, inclusive activities and essential family support.

Community news | Skylarks | 22 Jan 26

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Updated: 28 Jul 2025