Culture, leisure and sport news
This June, Pride Month is lighting up Richmond upon Thames with nature adventures, creative workshops, community meetups and book displays celebrating LGBTQ+ voices.
Council news | 01 Jun 26
From 15 to 21 June, Refugee Week 2026 invites everyone to reflect on the theme of 'Courage'. Come along and experience a programme of inspiring events celebrating the resilience, creativity and diversity of our borough.
Council news | 01 Jun 26
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
Join us on Thursday 18 June to celebrate Refugee Week with music, food, art and community activities that honour the courage of sanctuary seekers and the rich culture of our borough.
Council news | 28 May 26
Join Barnes Common Limited for a fun, free and creative collage workshop focused on understanding and celebrating biodiversity on 15 June.
Community news | Barnes Common Limited | 27 May 26
From 30 May to 6 June the Mary Wallace Theatre presents CIPHERS, a contemporary spy thriller by Dawn King.
Community news | Richmond Shakespeare Society | 27 May 26
ZFW Richmond Fencing Club believe fencing should be for everyone. Too often seen as an elitist sport, many children from working-class backgrounds never have the opportunity to experience it.
Community news | ZFW Richmond Fencing Club | 27 May 26
On Thursday 18 June, join us in celebrating Clean Air Day and learn about air quality across the borough. Don’t miss our free art workshops, where you can contribute to a collective artwork exploring how urban spaces shape the air we breathe, plus a fun lunchtime activity ‘Collecting Air’.
Council news | 26 May 26
London Welsh Minis finished their season in style by representing Richmond upon Thames in rugby festivals in South Wales and a prestigious international tournament in Frankfurt.
Community news | London Welsh Minis | 19 May 26
Join Richmond Cycling Campaign for a short afternoon ride mostly on quiet road and traffic - free paths enjoying excellent views of the Thames.
Community news | Richmond Cycling Campaign | 15 May 26
Pickleball is a fun new sport that combines elements of badminton, tennis and table tennis. Players use solid wooden paddles to hit a plastic ball over a net. It incorporates many of the skills of racquet sports but doesn't require the same speed and force, making it ideal for over 55s.
Community news | Age UK Richmond | 14 May 26
'The 3rd Act', Richmond’s new drama group from the U3A charity, proved that talent has no age limit this week, performing a sell-out performance of original work to an enthusiastic local audience at ETNA Community Centre.
Community news | The 3rd Act | 14 May 26
Returning next week, the Know Your Place annual heritage festival invites residents to enjoy exciting talks, walks, workshops and more, to celebrate Richmond's fascinating history.
Council news | 13 May 26
Families across the borough can enjoy an energic half term break, with a range of fun activities on offer at our leisure centres in Hampton, Shene, Teddington and Whitton.
Council news | 08 May 26
Sisters Joanna and Ella Tilley ran the London Marathon last weekend, raising more than £8,000 for Crossroads Care Richmond and Kingston upon Thames in memory of their late father.
Community news | Crossroads Care Richmond and Kingston upon Thames | 07 May 26
Linden Hall Community Centre is working along side therapeutic creative writing practitioner Kate Pool to offer carers a free four-week course to aid you in finding compassion for yourself.
Community news | Linden Hall Community Centre | 06 May 26
All are welcome to Habitats & Heritage's Summer Talks Series at the newly reopened Grove Gardens Chapel.
Community news | Habitats & Heritage | 06 May 26
We are pleased to share Team Richmond’s fantastic achievement at the recent TCS Mini London Marathon.
Council news | 01 May 26
Bowls season is back, and three local clubs are inviting adults and older children to join their upcoming open days. Come along and try out the summer sport in a friendly, welcoming environment.
Council news | 29 Apr 26
Barnes again becomes the children's books capital of the UK when the London Children's Literature Festival returns on Saturday 27 and Sunday 28 June with over 100 fun family events, workshops and performances for young book fans.
Community news | London Schools Literature Festival | 29 Apr 26
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