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Free minibus service to Richmond Park

This free service will operate for all residents every Monday, Wednesday and Friday until 27 November, from 9.25am to 4.20pm.

Community news | The Royal Parks | 19 Apr 24

Repair & Share cycle special coming to Kew this April

On Saturday 20 April, Kew The Transition's team of friendly volunteer repairers will offer their time and advice to help the community have a go at reviving items that need a bit of love - including bikes!

Community news | Kew The Transition | 05 Apr 24

Night-time road closures planned for King Street, Richmond

King Street in Richmond will be closed overnight on Saturday 16 March and Sunday 17 March 2024 at the junction with George Street, for crane operations.

Council news | 11 Mar 24

Road closures in Twickenham ahead of Six Nations

On Saturday 9 March, England will play Ireland at Twickenham Stadium in the Six Nations, kicking off at 4.45pm.

Council news | 06 Mar 24

Your thoughts on Richmond Town Centre published

Last autumn nearly 1,500 people contributed to an engagement project that set out to hear the voice of Richmond Town Centre.

Council news | 08 Feb 24

Road closures in Twickenham ahead of rugby match

On Saturday 10 February, England will play Wales at Twickenham Stadium, kicking off at 4.45pm. It is anticipated that London, Rugby and Whitton roads will close between 3.45 and 4.45pm, and then between 6.15 and 9pm.

Council news | 07 Feb 24

20mph speed limit extended to A310 and A305 corridors

On Monday 13 November 2023 the Transport and Air Quality Committee approved the lowering of the speed limit on the A305 Staines Road and A310 Kingston Road from 30mph to 20mph.

Council news | 24 Jan 24

Road closures in Twickenham ahead of rugby matches

The Big Game returns to Twickenham Stadium on Saturday 30 December 2023. There are two matches being played.

Council news | 21 Dec 23

Volunteer with Community BlueScapes to help reduce flooding on roads in Barnes

The local Community BlueScapes project team is hosting volunteer days this December to help reduce flooding on Rocks Lane and Station Road by directing and filtering rainwater off the road and into Barnes Common.

Council news | 11 Dec 23

Making sustainable travel more convenient

Addressing air quality is a top priority for Richmond upon Thames. We want everyone to be able to get around and access the services they need effortlessly and safely. That’s why we have rolled out a number of initiatives to make active travel easier and greener choices more attractive.

Council news | 17 Oct 23

Parking improvements to take place in Barnes

We are introducing changes to parking restrictions in Station Road, Barnes to improve accessibility to Barnes Station.

Council news | 25 Sept 23

Over 500 new EV charging points coming to Richmond upon Thames this year

Richmond Council will install 525 new electric vehicle (EV) charging points across Richmond upon Thames. The borough already has 420 charging points, so the new additions will bring the total to 945.

Council news | 06 Sept 23

Tell us how you would make Richmond town centre better

Richmond Council will be running a public engagement project to explore a new vision for Richmond town centre.

Council news | 29 Aug 23

Road closures in Twickenham ahead of rugby matches

Throughout August, Twickenham Stadium will be hosting matches ahead of the Rugby World Cup in France this Autumn.

Council news | 23 Aug 23

Leader of the Council responds to South Western Railway station change proposals

Councillor Gareth Roberts has responded to South Western Railway's consultation into the planned closure all of their rail ticket offices. The consultation has been extended to 1 September 2023.

Council news | 27 Jul 23

Council waives fees to encourage Play Streets for family fun

Families in Richmond upon Thames are again being invited to come out and play as part of Car Free Day on Saturday 23 and Sunday 24 September, with a scheme aimed at encouraging children to play outside in their streets. 

Council news | 19 Jul 23

Have your say on South Western Railway station change proposals

South Western Railway is proposing to close all of their ticket offices. Customers will still be able to access products and services through South Western Railway's website, their mobile app, contactless payment, pay as you go, at their customer contact centre, or at the station.

Community news | South Western Railway | 13 Jul 23