Culture, leisure and sport news

Give tennis a go this Big Tennis Weekend

If you’re looking to try a new sport, join Barclays Big Tennis Weekend at Kneller Gardens on Saturday 9 September or Moormead Recreation Ground on Sunday 10 September.

Council news | 03 Sept 26

A celebration of LEGO collecting and building comes to Twickenham

Families and brick-building enthusiasts from across Richmond upon Thames are invited to enjoy Brick Tour at St Mary’s University on Sunday 27 September 2026.

Community news | Brick Tour | 03 Sept 26

Turn your old items into unique artworks

From Friday 11 September, we are partnering with local artist Justina Budreikaite for a free series of weekly upcycling art workshops.

Council news | 02 Sept 26

Improvement works to take place at Pools on the Park outdoor pool

Residents are advised that the outdoor pool at Pools on the Park will be closed on Thursday 17 September to allow for scheduled maintenance work to take place.

Council news | 02 Sept 26

Turn the pages with us at Richmond Reads 2026

The popular Richmond Reads is returning this September. Join us to discover new authors, explore different genres and broaden your reading horizons.

Council news | 02 Sept 26

Catch Terry Pratchett's Elves and Wizards at the Mary Wallace Theatre

When evil elves threaten to take control of Elizabethan England, resistance is in the hands of an array of Discworld's most famous characters - supported by a very familiar and renowned playwright...

Community news | Richmond Shakespeare Society | 02 Sept 26

Join the Squad: Thamesians Women’s Rugby invites new players to the pitch

Looking to try something new, get fit, and join a fantastic group of local women? Thamesians Women’s Rugby Team is recruiting new players across the borough for the upcoming season, and they'd love for you to join the squad!

Community news | Thamesians Women’s Rugby | 01 Sept 26

Could you be Cambrian's new gym instructor

Cambrian Community Centre are looking for a caring and professional gym instructor for a small gym with a mostly older clientele, many of whom are following rehabilitative exercise programmes arising from a health or medical issue.

Community news | Cambrian Community Centre | 01 Sept 26

Black History Month: Discover the art of Ronald Moody

This October, celebrate Black History Month at Orleans House Gallery with Ronald Moody: Sculpting Life, a free exhibition exploring the work of the Jamaican-born sculptor who lived in West London.

Council news | 26 Aug 26

Strawberry Hill House Flower Festival returns for four days this September

Strawberry Hill House & Garden’s spectacular Flower Festival returns from Thursday 10 to Sunday 13 September 2026, transforming Horace Walpole’s extraordinary gothic villa and gardens with immersive floral installations.

Community news | Strawberry Hill House & Garden | 25 Aug 26

New courses now available to book at Active Hampton

Bookings are now open for Active Hampton’s brand-new programme of six-week sports courses, beginning on Tuesday 8 September.

Council news | 24 Aug 26

Join us for a celebration of Ukrainian culture

On Saturday 5 September, Ukrainian Social Club is hosting a free and vibrant celebration of Ukrainian culture.

Council news | 21 Aug 26

Share your memories of Richmond's music scene

Did you spend time at Eel Pie Island, the Crawdaddy Club, or around Richmond's music scene? Preface Morn would love to hear your stories.

Community news | Preface Morn | 19 Aug 26

Do something green in collaboration with Richmond Cycling Campaign

Join Richmond Cycling Campaign for their August Family Bike Ride on Sunday 23 August.

Community news | Richmond Cycling Campaign | 19 Aug 26

Have your say on activities at your local sports and fitness centre

Complete our short survey by Wednesday 30 September and help shape future activities at Council-managed centres.

Council news | 12 Aug 26

Calling all local artists: see your work on display this winter

Are you an artist living or working in Richmond upon Thames? Submit your work to Orleans House Gallery for its annual Winter Show.

Council news | 05 Aug 26

South Asian culture shines at Orleans House Gallery

At last week’s High Tide Festival, more than 300 residents and visitors joined us at Orleans House Gallery for South Asian dance workshops and an afternoon of ragas performances.

Council news | 31 Jul 26

You're invited to the RSS Grand Curtain Raiser Party

You are cordially invited to the Richmond Shakespeare Society's Grand Summer Curtain Raiser Party on August 1 at the Mary Wallace Theatre, when non-members of the RSS will be especially welcome.

Community news | Mary Wallace Theatre | 29 Jul 26

Ruils Movefest - accessible event for all

Ruils Independent Living are hosting their very own accessible challenge event for all ages and abilities in Bushy Park on Sunday 4 October.

Community news | Ruils Independent Living | 29 Jul 26

There is a Light That Never Goes Out: Documentary Screening

This is a rare opportunity to see this film, a rediscovered 50-minute documentary about the 1994 ‘Quilts of Love’ display of the AIDS Quilt UK at Hyde Park Corner.

Community news | Museum of Richmond | 29 Jul 26