Park Lane Stables are shown at top left in this montage of the shortlisted projects The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has announced the shortlist for the Stephen Lawrence Prize 2026 and Teddington’s Park Lane Stables is included. Now in its 28th year, the annual award was established by Baroness Doreen Lawrence OBE and…
New technology being rolled out as part of the Met’s crackdown on retail crime has quadrupled the number of shoplifters being brought to justice in the capital. The system, which until now has been piloted in six London boroughs, will be in use in a further eight boroughs from today (Tues) with more to follow…
Another independent retailer in Teddington has fallen victim to the challenge of meeting increased rates and rent charges, it was revealed today. Pride Hardware at 202 Kingston Road, which stocks DIY items, kitchenware and electrical accessories, has signs in its windows saying ‘closing down’ and ‘all stock reduced’ with 50% discount offers. The shop, which…
The Adelaide pub in Park Road, Teddington is under new management and will launch its new menu this Sunday with new manager Tim Dunleavy. A spokesperson told Teddington Town: “Good afternoon, there have been some changes here at The Adelaide. “As of Sunday 9th August The Adelaide will be under new management. “We would like to…
Torkmar, 19ft day boat with four solar panels on its canopy, is planning a 200km expedition down the River Thames ending at Teddington to demonstrate the potential of sustainable boating. Torkmar, a UK business providing sustainable propulsion solutions for inland and coastal waters, is preparing to embark on an ambitious week-long voyage along the River…
The playground in Bushy Park was closed today as temperatures were expected to soar into the 30’s and make the metal bars and frames of the slides and swings too hot to touch. A Bushy Park spokesperson said: “Please be aware that due to forecast temperatures of over 30 degrees today, metal play equipment will…
Richmond’s new e-bike provider Forest, which has taken over from Lime is introducing third party insurance following several serious injuries which have left victims with big bills and no compensation. Forest, which operates in 20 of London’s, will have third-party insurance from September to protect people injured and property that is damaged by cyclists…
The Lion pub in Wick Road, Teddington, which has proved to be a massive success after being saved by the local community was featured in the Sunday Times home and property section under the headline: “The community that clubbed together to save it beloved pub.” The article states: “The closure of Britain’s pubs is becoming…
TIM PEAKE: ASTRONAUTS – THE QUEST TO EXPLORE SPACE The Rose Theatre: Sunday, October 4 at 2pm With fewer than 650 people having reached Earth’s orbit, nobody is more qualified than Tim to celebrate the historic achievements and human endeavours of space exploration. Up until now, Tim has brought his own incredible journey to life…
Police this afternoon confirmed they had found an ‘abandoned vehicle’ following the theft of the ATM cash machine in Kingston Road, Teddington, which was captured on CCTV. In an exclusive statement to Teddington Town the Metropolitan police said they were searching for FOUR men while only two appeared in the six minute video clip. The Metropolitan Police…
