Richmond updates its recycling guide — and you can now recycle more at home
Sources: Small changes can make a big difference: recycle correctly at home
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Mobile caterers wanted for a five-month trial in Richmond's parks
Richmond Council is inviting mobile food and drink operators to trade in some of the borough's parks and green spaces this summer, as part of a five-month trial designed to test whether permanent pitches would work for residents and visitors alike.
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Barnes Borough Pulse holds at 49 — safety up, high street softer
The latest Borough Pulse reading for Barnes, covering data through May 2026, holds steady at 49 out of 100 — right on the threshold of neutral, with a few notable shifts beneath the headline figure.
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GoodGym Richmond marks ten years of running for a good cause
There's something quietly remarkable about a group that has kept going for a decade entirely on the power of goodwill and trainers. GoodGym Richmond celebrated its tenth anniversary last weekend, gathering volunteers, partners and friends to mark the milestone at the spot where it all began.
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Teddington Launch Lock refurbishment taking longer than planned
Work to refurbish the Teddington Launch Lock is progressing, but the project is taking longer than originally expected due to the complexity of the structure and the precision required.
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Over 100 free public toilets now available across Richmond borough
Richmond upon Thames has reached a milestone in its Community Toilet Scheme, with more than 100 facilities now available to residents and visitors across the borough — none of which require a purchase to use.
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Plastic Free July: small swaps and where to refill locally
July is Plastic Free July, the global campaign encouraging everyday choices that cut plastic waste — and Richmond upon Thames is marking it with practical local resources worth bookmarking.
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Solar panel discount for Richmond residents rises to £600
Homeowners in Barnes and across the borough can now claim £600 off the cost of a solar panel or battery installation, after Richmond Council increased its discount through a partnership with installer network MakeMyHouseGreen. The rebate was previously £500.
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Avian botulism at Barnes Pond: please stop feeding the birds
Several dead swans and ducks have been found at Barnes Pond with suspected avian botulism, and Richmond Council is urging residents to stop feeding the birds there immediately.
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Richmond launches community energy scheme — events start 23 July
Richmond Council is inviting residents to help shape a new community energy initiative, with a series of introductory events beginning on 23 July — timed to coincide with Community Energy Fortnight, which runs from 1 to 14 July nationally.
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Don't jump in: council and RNLI renew Thames safety warning
With summer temperatures encouraging people to cool off near the river, Richmond Council and its emergency partners are urging residents not to swim or jump into the Thames at Teddington Lock — a spot that can look inviting but carries serious hidden risks.
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What to feed the ducks — and why barbecues are still banned in parks
With temperatures in the low thirties this weekend, Richmond upon Thames's parks and riverside paths are set to be busy. The council has issued a timely reminder about two things that make a real difference to the health of local green spaces: what to feed the wildlife, and why fire safety matters more than ever in hot, dry conditions.