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Night-time road closures planned for Hampton Wick High Street and Hampton Court Road

As a part of our borough-wide programme to improve roads and pavements, we will be carrying out carriageway resurfacing works in Hampton Wick High Street and Hampton Court Road.

Council news | 08 Jul 24

New operator to begin takeover of electric vehicle (EV) charging points

char.gy Ltd has been appointed as the new operator of many of the lamppost charging points in Richmond. They take over from ubitricity through a phased rollout starting from 8 July.

Council news | 01 Jul 24

Share your views at bus garage access day

Local charity Ruils Independent Living is hosting a free Bus Garage Access Day on 14 June for residents to explore accessible facilities on public transportation.

Community news | Ruils Independent Living | 03 Jun 24

Free minibus service to Richmond Park

This free service will operate for all residents every Monday, Wednesday and Friday until 27 November, from 9.25am to 4.20pm.

Community news | The Royal Parks | 19 Apr 24

Repair & Share cycle special coming to Kew this April

On Saturday 20 April, Kew The Transition's team of friendly volunteer repairers will offer their time and advice to help the community have a go at reviving items that need a bit of love - including bikes!

Community news | Kew The Transition | 05 Apr 24

Night-time road closures planned for King Street, Richmond

King Street in Richmond will be closed overnight on Saturday 16 March and Sunday 17 March 2024 at the junction with George Street, for crane operations.

Council news | 11 Mar 24

Road closures in Twickenham ahead of Six Nations

On Saturday 9 March, England will play Ireland at Twickenham Stadium in the Six Nations, kicking off at 4.45pm.

Council news | 06 Mar 24

Your thoughts on Richmond Town Centre published

Last autumn nearly 1,500 people contributed to an engagement project that set out to hear the voice of Richmond Town Centre.

Council news | 08 Feb 24

Road closures in Twickenham ahead of rugby match

On Saturday 10 February, England will play Wales at Twickenham Stadium, kicking off at 4.45pm. It is anticipated that London, Rugby and Whitton roads will close between 3.45 and 4.45pm, and then between 6.15 and 9pm.

Council news | 07 Feb 24

20mph speed limit extended to A310 and A305 corridors

On Monday 13 November 2023 the Transport and Air Quality Committee approved the lowering of the speed limit on the A305 Staines Road and A310 Kingston Road from 30mph to 20mph.

Council news | 24 Jan 24

Road closures in Twickenham ahead of rugby matches

The Big Game returns to Twickenham Stadium on Saturday 30 December 2023. There are two matches being played.

Council news | 21 Dec 23

Volunteer with Community BlueScapes to help reduce flooding on roads in Barnes

The local Community BlueScapes project team is hosting volunteer days this December to help reduce flooding on Rocks Lane and Station Road by directing and filtering rainwater off the road and into Barnes Common.

Council news | 11 Dec 23

Making sustainable travel more convenient

Addressing air quality is a top priority for Richmond upon Thames. We want everyone to be able to get around and access the services they need effortlessly and safely. That’s why we have rolled out a number of initiatives to make active travel easier and greener choices more attractive.

Council news | 17 Oct 23