This is a difficult time for everyone but the ponies at Park Lane Stables still need feeding, grooming and veterinary care. With no income coming in, this is becoming extremely difficult for them. Park Lane Stables are doing a wonderful #tinyponyatyourwindow service in return for a donation. The service includes a visit to anyone that…
Last summer, England triumphed in the men’s cricket World Cup leading to national celebration. It was felt by all. Devotees of the sport were joined by those who casually switched on their televisions to witness the heroics of Eoin Morgan and his team, their exploits across the tournament going down to the wire and a…
Hampton school has been contributing to the fight against corona virus by making PPE equipment for the local NHS. The NHS are in desperate need for more equipment to help against the virus. In response to this the schools design and engineering department quickly produced face shields that were quick to make using laser cutting…
“Big Rewards – Paddy Power” (CC BY-SA 2.0) by Alan Stanton Teddington locals are used to seeing the Paddy Power logo around Kempton Park Racecourse in nearby Sunbury-on-Thames, but the leading bookmakers have now launched their online Irish lottery betting service. Using digital platforms to bet on such lotto games is the only avenue open to people at a time…
Whizz is a Welsh mountain pony and has been trotting around (at a safe distance) to visit self-isolators. The staff at Park Lane Stables started the “small pony at your window” service to not only spread some happiness but to give Whizz something to do during lock down. Whizz has made a special appearance to…
Happy Friday everyone! Here’s Photo Of The Week in association with Coversure. 5. Tango Chase.Leg of Mutton Pond,Bushy Park,Hampton.STAY HOME STAY SAFE – Dance at home, not around the park!TAKEN – 06.24a.m. Sat 30th March '19@tranquilcityapp @gojauntly @Team4Nature @walksies @Teddington_Town @TreesforCities @AP_Magazine @MyRichmondApp @TfL @ImagesStories pic.twitter.com/vVPV5hhnsw — John Johnston (@beartomcat55) April 21, 2020 4. Morning…
Being in lock down is not particularly ideal but just because you are at home does not mean you can’t try new and exciting things. We can all still make this time count. Learn A Language Have you always been fascinated by certain cultures? You can use this time to learn about another country and…
Due to everyone being in lock down and more people ordering and buying more food, there has been an influx of rubbish and recycling. Richmond council have allowed more recycling crews and vehicles to take to the borough’s streets, as there are now boxes, cans, paper, and bottles overflowing outside homes. This has led to…
In light of the recent global health crisis, many community projects and organisations are having to rely on public donations to keep their services going. This has been seen across Teddington with everything from the Landmark Arts Centre to the Sheddington Community Space benefitting from internet-led funding efforts. As volunteers run the majority of these…
After recovering from the coronavirus, ex leader of Richmond council is raising money for Kingston NHS. On April 26th Serge Lourie is doing the 2.6 London Marathon’s challenge. This consists of 2.6 kilometres walk in the hopes of raising money for Kingston Hospital charity. On March 22nd Serge was unfortunately admitted to Kingston Hospital after…