August 2025
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Supporting our local habitats to thrive and grow
In the months ahead, we are undertaking woodland conservation and river restoration work to boost biodiversity and enhance the health of our local ecosystems.
Published: 29 Aug 25
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Bus strikes to disrupt services across Richmond upon Thames
Residents are advised to plan ahead as significant disruption is expected to many bus services across South West London including some directly serving the borough due to planned strike action.
Published: 28 Aug 25
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Richmond tops London for school cycle safety training
Richmond upon Thames has once again demonstrated its commitment to children’s safety and sustainable travel, achieving the highest uptake of Bikeability training in London.
Published: 28 Aug 25
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Primitive reflex training comes to Twickenham
Are you a therapist, teacher or parent? Do you work with children or adults who struggle with focus, attention, sensory processing, emotional regulation, anxiety or issues around bed wetting? If so, then understanding primitive reflexes can be transformational.
Published: 28 Aug 25
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Join Arts Richmond for their annual drama party
The local theatre community will gather at the Landmark Arts Centre on 20 September 2025 for the highlight of their social and creative year.
Published: 28 Aug 25
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Cargo bikes and cakes are coming to Twickenham Green
Fed up of getting stuck in traffic driving the kids around? A cargo bike could be just what you need. Chat to local parents about cargo bikes and how they can revolutionise your journey to school.
Published: 28 Aug 25
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Practise your post-holiday Spanish with Live Languages
On Saturday 13 September, residents of all ages and levels of Spanish are invited to practise their Spanish conversation with an optional activity, alongside like-minded Spanish students at ETNA Community Centre.
Published: 28 Aug 25
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‘Outstanding’ Richmond joins country’s top councils for children’s services
Richmond has joined the country’s top councils for children’s services, achieving Ofsted’s highest rating of Outstanding in its latest inspection.
Published: 27 Aug 25
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Fees waived to help your road become a Play Street for a day
Families in Richmond are again being invited to come out and play as part of Car Free Day this September.
Published: 21 Aug 25
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Richmond Council seeks to clear the air with consultation on new vehicle idling powers
Richmond Council is inviting residents to have their say on a proposed boroughwide trial that would strengthen practical enforcement against drivers who unnecessarily leave their engines running while stationary.
Published: 20 Aug 25
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Richmond acrobats win bronze at The World Games 2025
Richmond Gymnastics Association (RGA) is celebrating an extraordinary podium finish after its Senior Men’s Acrobatic Group, Louis Alexander, Freddie Turner, Rex Booth and Samuel Ditchburn, claimed the bronze medal for Great Britain at The World Games 2025.
Published: 20 Aug 25
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Services to help you deal with grief
Hear from local charity Kew Neighbourhood Association about easing the quiet weight of grief and finding connection when you need it most.
Published: 19 Aug 25
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Your Community Centre Week returns this September
Between 22 and 28 September, residents are invited to learn more about the fantastic community spaces Richmond upon Thames has to offer.
Published: 18 Aug 25
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Summer bank holiday waste and recycling collections
There will be no changes to the schedule of waste and recycling collections following the summer bank holiday on Monday 25 August.
Published: 15 Aug 25
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Ham Common takes a summer break from mowing
Until Sunday 31 August, a no mow scheme is being trialled around Ham Pond to help local wildlife thrive.
Published: 15 Aug 25
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New football facilities proposed for Hampton Common
To meet a growing demand for football, particularly from junior and girls’ teams, our Parks Team are now consulting on plans to add two new pitches on Hampton Common.
Published: 14 Aug 25
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Calling all under 18’s: Have your say on our parks and open spaces
Following the success of the previous Youth Engagement Consultation in 2023, we're running it again to hear fresh ideas. Your feedback will help us improve parks and open spaces - making them more welcoming, fun, and accessible for young people across our borough.
Published: 14 Aug 25
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Support street trees in Kew and beyond
On Thursday 21 August, residents are invited to hear from Friends of Street Trees and our Trees team about helping to water the young trees near your home - a small act that makes a big difference.
Published: 14 Aug 25
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Come along to charity bike sale in Barnes
If you are looking to buy, sell or donate a bike, then you're invited to come along to the Barnes Charity Bike Sale at St Mary's Church.
Published: 14 Aug 25
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Upcoming Network Rail engineering work at Barnes Bridge
Network Rail are advising passengers that the line between Kew Bridge and Barnes will be closed between 23 and 31 August while engineers complete essential maintenance works on Barnes Bridge.
Published: 13 Aug 25
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Celebrate the season with Kew Horticultural Society
On Saturday 23 August, residents are invited to join the 80th Kew Horticultural Society Summer Show on Kew Green.
Published: 13 Aug 25
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Elleray Community Association seeking new Chair
Elleray Community Association (ECA) is looking for a new Chair to lead the local charity.
Published: 13 Aug 25
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Showcase Richmond through your lens
Share your unique view of Richmond before 19 September 2025 and have your photographs featured in a public exhibition celebrating local life and creativity!
Published: 12 Aug 25
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Richmond Council invites views on new Events in Parks Policy
Richmond Council is consulting on a new draft policy for events in the borough's parks, open spaces and commons. The new policy seeks to support a vibrant programme of events while protecting the borough’s much-loved green spaces.
Published: 11 Aug 25
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Share your thoughts on reintroducing white storks
Citizen Zoo and the University of Brighton invite residents to take part in a short survey about white storks in London.
Published: 08 Aug 25
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Teddington Lock footbridge to remain open throughout Environment Agency works
Richmond Council would like to clarify that the Teddington Lock footbridge will remain open and accessible at all times throughout the upcoming planned works by the Environment Agency. There are no planned closures of the footbridge.
Published: 07 Aug 25
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Call for traders: Be part of Richmond’s new Centre Stage festival
A brand-new festival is coming to Richmond this September and local independent traders are invited to get involved.
Published: 07 Aug 25
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Richmond Council responds to misleading reporting on leisure access
Statement from Councillor Julia Neden-Watts, Deputy Leader of Richmond Council.
Published: 06 Aug 25
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Step into the world of Chinese classical dance
Join free Chinese classical dance classes at Hampton Sports and Fitness Centre and explore this enchanting art form.
Published: 05 Aug 25
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Latest update on Richmond to Kew towpath
The Thames Towpath from Richmond Lock to Kew Gardens remains closed for essential repair works following the collapse of a section last year.
Published: 04 Aug 25
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