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If you are looking to clear out your wardrobe this summer, why not take part in charity retailer Traid’s Clear Your Closet?
Community news | Traid | 01 Apr 26
From Monday 13 April, refurbishment works to the Richmond Council Civic Centre ground floor, including the atrium, will commence.
Council news | 31 Mar 26
Richmond Opera is delighted to announce performances of George Frideric Handel’s Susanna at St Mary’s University Theatre, marking their debut at the venue.
Community news | Richmond Opera | 30 Mar 26
Following the huge success of its renovated kitchen, Richmond's Cambrian Community Centre (CCC) is to embark on an ambitious refurbishment that will transform its layout and facilities to benefit centre users and expand our services for the community.
Community news | Cambrian Community Centre | 30 Mar 26
Teddington Hockey Club's Women's 1s celebrated promotion to the top flight of England's Hockey Leagues on 21 March, and now stand as one of the top 12 teams in the country.
Community news | Teddington Hockey Club | 30 Mar 26
The latest milestone in a major drive to provide more than 1,000 new, high-quality genuinely affordable homes to the borough has been delivered with the completion of 15 homes in the newly restored former Richmond Royal Hospital site.
Council news | 27 Mar 26
The Leader of Richmond Council has warned that proposals from the Mayor of London to call in and potentially overturn local licensing decisions risk “undermining local democracy” and weakening public trust.
Council news | 27 Mar 26
From brighter, safer streets to ambitious plans for events and public spaces, a suite of visible changes are underway across Richmond town centre as the Council accelerates its long-term vision for the area.
Council news | 27 Mar 26
A new state of the art sports hall and floodlit 3G pitches at The Richmond upon Thames School are already proving to be a vital asset for both students and the wider community, marking a highly successful first full year since opening.
Council news | 26 Mar 26
Richmond Work Match continues to support residents across the borough into meaningful, local employment, whether they are unemployed, exploring a career change, or hoping to work closer to home. Our free service offers tailored guidance, access to local vacancies, and one to one support to help people move forward with confidence.
Council news | 26 Mar 26
Richmond Council’s Chair of the Transport and Air Quality Committee is calling on Transport for London (TfL) to pause its ‘poorly thought through’ plans to alter Barnes bus services, warning they risk isolating residents and worsening already strained transport links.
Council news | 26 Mar 26
Pools on the Park’s latest upgrade has improved the popular leisure centre for residents, providing modern, welcoming spaces to stay active and enjoy a wider range of activities.
Council news | 26 Mar 26
There will be no changes to the schedule of waste and recycling collections over the Easter bank holiday.
Council news | 26 Mar 26
This year, our Winter Warmers welcomed over 5000 residents into our libraries, where free, uplifting activities helped them stay connected, creative and supported throughout the colder season.
Council news | 26 Mar 26
A new, first of its kind for the borough transport strategy has been approved by Richmond Council at its Transport and Air Quality Committee last week setting a long term direction for how people move around the borough over the next 14 years.
Council news | 25 Mar 26
A major investment in Whitton is moving forward as Richmond Council delivers plans for new affordable homes, alongside a modern, energy efficient community centre designed to serve the local community.
Council news | 25 Mar 26
The much-anticipated regeneration of Twickenham Riverside is reaching another major milestone, with preparation works nearly complete and essential infrastructure works about to begin – meaning the site is now almost ready for main construction.
Council news | 25 Mar 26
From young children raising thousands for charity, to volunteers supporting displaced families, to decades long commitments to protecting nature and providing essential advice services – some of Richmond upon Thames’ most inspiring grassroots initiatives were celebrated last night at the latest Community Heroes Awards
Council news | 25 Mar 26
From bringing world‑class artists into local neighbourhoods to launching London’s newest international arts festival, and supporting dozens of grassroots projects led by residents, Richmond Council is marking five years of Culture Richmond. The milestone celebrates the impact of the borough’s cultural strategy since its adoption in 2021 and looks ahead to its next chapter through to 2031.
Council news | 25 Mar 26
Families across the borough can enjoy an energic Easter break, with a range of fun activities on offer at our leisure centres in Hampton, Shene, Teddington and Whitton.
Council news | 24 Mar 26
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