December 2024

Heart-warming stories from local care home residents in Barnes

Residents of Viera Gray House have been sharing memories of winters gone by, creating a therapeutic and heart-warming impact on their local community.

Published: 30 Dec 24
Richmond upon Thames’ favourite Christmas window display unveiled

Following a public vote, the Mayor and Mayoress of Richmond announced the winner of this year’s Christmas window competition on Saturday 21 December.

Published: 23 Dec 24
Local charity unveils new name as Richmond Foundation

Last month, Richmond Parish Lands Charity announced their new name, Richmond Foundation, reaffirming their commitment to fostering a fairer and more supportive community for everyone.

Published: 20 Dec 24
Richmond wrapped 2024

Hear from the Leader of the Council in his annual end of year message, reflecting on the many things we have achieved in the last 12 months!

Published: 20 Dec 24
Community Toilet Scheme expands free access for all

We recently hit the streets to speak to residents and visitors about why access to clean, safe, free to use toilets matters to our community.

Published: 20 Dec 24
Artists Make Space programme creates opportunity for local artists

Our Arts Service team and Orleans House Gallery support artists by providing free studio space across the borough.

Published: 19 Dec 24
Everyone deserves a safe and joyful Christmas

This festive period, everyone has the right to live free from violence and abuse.

Published: 19 Dec 24
Local not-for-profit supports youth band to shine at Royal Albert Hall

BlueZd, a youth blues rock band from Twickenham-based Powerjam Band Project, was chosen to perform at the Music for Youth Proms in November.

Published: 18 Dec 24
Christmas services in Richmond upon Thames

There will be some changes to services and opening times over the Christmas and New Year period. Find out when we will be open and how you can get in touch with us during the festive season.

Published: 18 Dec 24
Celebrating our award-winning parks and open spaces

This year, we’re proud to have carried out a number of improvements to our parks and gardens based on resident feedback, making these important community spaces more welcoming and inclusive.

Published: 18 Dec 24
Spot the scammers this festive season

It's that wonderful time of year again, but it’s also a time when scammers are looking to take advantage. We want to help you keep the festive cheer and avoid falling victim to fraudsters this Christmas.

Published: 18 Dec 24
Practise your French or Spanish conversation with Live Languages

On Saturday 11 January 2025, residents of all ages and levels of French are invited to practise their French conversation over tea, coffee, croissants and traditional Galettes des Rois at ETNA Community Centre.

Published: 17 Dec 24
Support Age UK Richmond's latest book

Over the summer Age UK Richmond asked older people to write about memorable moments from their lives. The winning stories are now gathered and published in ‘Everyone Has a Story or Two’. Come along to purchase a copy at Age UK Richmond's Twickenham Wellbeing Centre.

Published: 16 Dec 24
Meet your police team and find out about local issues

On Thursday 9 January, residents are invited to Hampton and Hampton North Police Liaison Group's meeting.

Published: 16 Dec 24
Step into 2025: explore what's on at your local community centres

Is 2025 the perfect time to step outside your comfort zone, embrace new opportunities, and prioritise your health and wellbeing? This January, your community centres are ready to help you kickstart the year with a range of activities designed to keep you fit, active, and connected.

Published: 16 Dec 24
Barnes running group celebrates largest cohort completion

The Couch to 5k group in Barnes, initiated by Cllr Millum and The Barnes Runners, completed its third and largest cohort of runners.

Published: 13 Dec 24
Rotary’s STEM project to support school children in Ukraine

Rotary clubs in Kew, Kyiv and Kharkiv have been working in partnership to assist the education of Ukrainian children. This year, they launched a STEM project to help rebuild Ukraine.

Published: 13 Dec 24
New outdoor gyms installed at Barn Elm Southside and Cambridge Gardens

Following feedback from two consultations, we are pleased to announce that we have installed new gym equipment at Barn Elm Southside and an inclusive gym at Cambridge Gardens.

Published: 13 Dec 24
Hampton Kempton Waterworks Railway receives significant donation

The generous donation from Middlesex Freemasons Twickenham Lodge will provide essential furniture and visual displays that tell the story about how the railway played a vital part in the provision of clean drinking water to London in the early 20th century.

Published: 12 Dec 24
New bikehangars to be installed across the borough next week

Between Monday 16 and 23 December, we are installing 30 new bikehangars for residents to securely store their bicycles.

Published: 12 Dec 24
Free Christmas event at Whitton Community Centre

This Sunday 15 December, local charity Chronically Marvellous is hosting a free Santa’s grotto with a Christmas lunch for residents and their little ones.

Published: 12 Dec 24
Help shape HIV prevention services for black communities in London

PHAST, on behalf of Do it London, is conducting a survey to better understand the HIV prevention needs, knowledge, and attitudes of black Londoners. Take part in the survey for your chance to win gift vouchers up to £100!

Published: 12 Dec 24
Keep yourself and your loved ones strong and healthy this winter

For some, flu or Covid-19 can be very dangerous and even life-threatening. Flu and Covid-19 vaccines reduce the risk of serious illness in colder months. Book your vaccine by Thursday 19 December.

Published: 12 Dec 24
Tree-mendous recycling to support Shooting Star Children’s Hospices

While we offer free Christmas tree collections from Monday 6 to Friday 17 January 2025, you may consider letting Shooting Star Children’s Hospices collect your Christmas tree for a minimum suggested donation.

Published: 11 Dec 24
Fostering is everything

Are you interested in becoming a foster carer? A growing partnership of councils and children’s trusts have produced a film about local authority fostering.

Published: 11 Dec 24
Sharing the light to support Spellow Library reopening

On Wednesday 11 December we are lighting up our libraries in solidarity with Spellow Library in Liverpool, which was destroyed during the riots this summer.

Published: 10 Dec 24
Experience inclusive cycling with Wheels4Me London

This Disability History Month, we're excited to share information about the Wheels4Me London scheme. It offers free inclusive cycle loans for residents whose needs aren't met by most standard bicycle hire schemes.

Published: 10 Dec 24
Pioneering Community Toilet Scheme expands to more than 70 locations

People visiting high streets in Richmond upon Thames can take advantage of over 70 free-to-use toilets, as we expands our pioneering scheme, the first of its kind in London, which first launched in 2004.

Published: 10 Dec 24
New Elleray Hall Community Centre starting to take shape

Construction of a new Elleray Hall community centre is well and truly underway as the local community joined Richmond councillors to lay bricks for the building.

Published: 09 Dec 24
Join 15 for Kindness to support mental health

On 11 December we're all invited to join a 15-hour live streaming event in aid of mental health charity Mind.

Published: 09 Dec 24
Festive concerts at Landmark Arts Centre

This month, come along to Landmark Arts Centre for unforgettable musical experiences. Their enchanting concerts promise to make your Christmas merry and bright.

Published: 06 Dec 24
Calling all table tennis players to volunteer

Are you passionate about table tennis? Volunteer for The Mulberry Centre and support people affected by cancer.

Published: 06 Dec 24
Your warm, cosy fire could be doing more harm than you think

Residents with real coal fires or wood burning appliances in their homes are encouraged not to burn or to strictly limit burning time this winter to help reduce dangerous air pollution in the borough.

Published: 05 Dec 24
Support your local shops this Small Business Saturday

Small Business Saturday returns this Saturday 7 December and provides an important opportunity to champion our independent businesses, visit your local high street and shop local ahead of the holidays.

Published: 05 Dec 24
Christmas holiday resources for extra support

Local charity Ruils Independent Living has launched their annual list of local holiday resources and activities available for anyone needing additional support over the Christmas period.

Published: 04 Dec 24
Behind the Baubles: The Real Story of Father Christmas

On Wednesday 11 December, Beyond the Palette is presenting a special Christmas show at The Exchange in aid of local charity Richmond Borough Mind.

Published: 04 Dec 24
Christmas and New Year waste and recycling collections

Your waste and recycling collections will change over the festive period. There will also be changes to garden waste collections, and we will be offering Christmas tree collections.

Published: 04 Dec 24
Exciting new junior gym access trial at our leisure centres

We are pleased to announce an exciting new initiative aimed at getting young people moving more in Richmond upon Thames.

Published: 03 Dec 24
Making art accessible to everyone in the borough

In observance of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, join us in exploring Orleans House Gallery’s initiatives to make art accessible to everyone without limitations.

Published: 03 Dec 24
Join Ukrainian Social Club for a magical evening

On Sunday 15 December, come along to a magical concert in aid of Rehabilitation Centre of Kamyanets-Podilskyi City Hospital in Western Ukraine.

Published: 03 Dec 24
The Elizabeth Twining Almshouses welcome new residents this winter

Richmond Charities are pleased to announce that The Elizabeth Twining Almshouses are now allocated to elderly residents in housing and financial need in the borough.

Published: 03 Dec 24
Come along to Friday night live music with Monday Club

This Friday 6 December, local cover band Monday Club will be taking the stage to support local charity Moormead Community and Sports Pavilion.

Published: 03 Dec 24
Struggling to pay your annual fuel bills? We can help

We are once again launching our annual Fuel Grant Scheme to help those struggling to pay fuel bills this winter.

Published: 02 Dec 24
Support Skylarks and double the blessings for local families this Christmas

Skylarks Charity has been selected as one of the Big Give’s Christmas Challenge campaign partners, meaning any donations made to Skylarks between Tuesday 3 and Tuesday 10 December will be matched pound for pound.

Published: 02 Dec 24
Charity Christmas carol concert in Twickenham returns

Mark your calendar for Tuesday 10 December and join Off The Record for their popular Christmas concert at St Mary’s Church in Twickenham.

Published: 02 Dec 24
Join VisitRichmond on the countdown to Christmas!

Residents and visitors are invited to take part in VisitRichmond’s advent calendar giveaway for daily surprises and to vote for their favourite windows in the Christmas window decoration competition.

Published: 02 Dec 24

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