'Firmly into delivery': Major step forward for Twickenham Riverside regeneration

Richmond Council has confirmed a major step forward in the long-awaited regeneration of Twickenham Riverside, with funding now approved to support delivering the scheme.

The much-anticipated scheme promises to transform a key part of the town centre, creating vibrant new public spaces, affordable homes and an environment for activities that reconnect the community with the river.

At a meeting last night, the Council’s Finance, Policy and Resources Committee agreed the funding needed to progress into the main construction phase, unlocking significant long-term investment into the future of Twickenham and the borough.

Councillor Gareth Roberts, Leader of Richmond Council, said:

“Twickenham’s riverside has been the subject of ambition and discussion for many years.

"We now have the funding and approvals in place to move into full delivery – and residents will soon see the transformation taking shape. This is a bold scheme with the community’s interests at the centre that will unlock the riverside’s potential and bring long-term benefits to the borough.”

The Twickenham Riverside regeneration project will deliver:

• New public spaces: Including terraced lawns, areas of planting, a play space featuring a treehouse and climbing wall, pétanque pitches and a significant events space on the river surrounded by tiered seating  
• Stronger connections: A widened, pedestrian-friendly Water Lane linking King Street with the river
• Affordable homes: New architecturally designed buildings on Water Lane and Wharf Lane offering commercial space and 45 attractive homes, including affordable housing
• A revitalised riverside: A pedestrianised embankment and new facilities to support active river use and to provide significantly improved connections to the town centre

The scheme supports Richmond Council’s wider regeneration and housing priorities and aligns with London’s Growth Plan.

Councillor Jim Millard, Richmond’s Deputy Leader and Finance and Resources Lead Member, said:

"This isn’t just an investment for Twickenham – it’s for the whole borough. It brings much-needed housing, independent shops and restaurants and a vibrant open space for all with a renewed sense of connectivity to the town centre in a way that will benefit generations to come."

Councillor Roberts added:

"Our focus is on making good on our promise: to deliver a riverside that’s active, accessible and proudly rooted in the community."

Enabling works are already under way – including hoardings, temporary flood defences, and ground investigations to prepare the site for main construction – with full construction expected to begin by the end of the year.