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Residents may notice new signs appearing next to longer grass verges across the borough this summer, helping to explain why we are taking a more environmentally friendly approach to managing these spaces.
Council news | 03 Jul 26
Want to learn more about your local river? Join Habitats & Heritage and Thames Landscape Strategy in picking invasive balsam and testing water quality.
Community news | Thames Landscape Strategy and Habitats & Heritage | 03 Jul 26
Come and join GLL in partnership with Team England across Richmond for a weekend filled with free sports and fun family activities for everyone to enjoy, on 18 and 19 July 2026.
Community news | GLL (Greenwich Leisure Limited) | 03 Jul 26
Richmond upon Thames has been crowned London’s most beautiful borough by Londoners in a poll by Secret London – and it’s easy to see why. With its sweeping riverside views, royal parks, and historic landmarks, the borough offers endless picture-perfect moments.
Partner blog by Visit Richmond | 03 Jul 26
We are aware that unfortunately, some dead swans and ducks at Barnes Pond have been found with suspected avian botulism as the cause.
Council news | 02 Jul 26
Learn more about Richmond’s new community energy initiative, with a series of informative events launching in our borough from 23 July.
Council news | 02 Jul 26
On Clean Air Day (Thursday 18 June), residents joined our Air Quality team for a series of innovative Creative Cityscape workshops held at Orleans House Gallery and Patch Twickenham.
Council news | 02 Jul 26
Talented athletes from across Richmond upon Thames were celebrated at the borough’s first GLL Sport Foundation (GSF) Awards Evening, held at the iconic Twickenham Stoop on Monday.
Council news | 02 Jul 26
Councillor Alexander Ehmann, Richmond Council’s Deputy Leader and Chair of the Transport and Air Quality Committee, has criticised Hammersmith and Fulham Council’s recommendation to limit their bid for funding to measures that will keep Hammersmith Bridge open only for pedestrians, cyclists and river traffic.
Council news | 01 Jul 26
On Friday 26 June, as we marked National Employability Day, nearly 500 residents and 30 local organisations came to Richmond Little Green for Employ Richmond 2026 to explore recruitment opportunities, career support and training opportunities.
Council news | 01 Jul 26
Fast, inclusive, non-contact, fun! SlideBall is a brand new sport designed for everyone aged 11and over - whether you want an intense cardio workout or a relaxed family kick-about.
Council news | 30 Jun 26
Residents are invited to join the Mayor of Richmond upon Thames, Councillor Nancy Baldwin, for a special charity launch reception at the historic Asgill House on Richmond Riverside on Sunday 5 July 2026.
Council news | 30 Jun 26
The London Heart Starters campaign is bringing more life-saving defibrillators to the city, in the areas where they are needed most. Join Rotary Club of Kew Gardens and London Ambulance Service on 6 August to learn how to save a life.
Community news | Rotary Club of Kew Gardens | 30 Jun 26
From 13-18 July, the Richmond Shakespeare Society's annual open-air show returns to York House Gardens.
Community news | Richmond Shakespeare Society | 30 Jun 26
As great as it can be for cooling off, it is important to remember that the Thames is a dangerous river - cold water shock, shallow water and debris can all cause serious risk to life.
Council news | 29 Jun 26
As the warm weather arrives, our parks become the perfect place for a walk, a picnic, and to enjoy nature. These spaces are special because we share them with wildlife, and protecting them starts with small thoughtful choices.
Council news | 26 Jun 26
A bold new strategy to improve mobility throughout Richmond upon Thames by strengthening the borough’s transport networks has been launched by the Council.
Council news | 25 Jun 26
Calling all Francophiles! On Saturday 5 September, residents of all ages and levels of French are invited to practise their French conversation at ETNA Community Centre.
Community news | Live Languages | 25 Jun 26
Loneliness doesn't care if you live somewhere beautiful. Parents are standing next to each other in Barnes, on the Common, at the school gate - and they are completely alone. Chloe Stephens, a single mum with nearly 30 years in childcare, built The Village Barnes to change that.
Community news | The Village Barnes | 25 Jun 26
In Richmond, we take our role as a Borough of Sanctuary seriously and are committed to creating a unified community by bringing our sanctuary seekers and residents together. Creating meaningful social connections, cross cultural conversations and celebrating our diversity is what builds cohesion and integration. And that is exactly what happened during recent Refugee Week.
Council blog | 25 Jun 26
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