“The refurbished Teddington Library will re-open next week – later than planned after delays in the improvement process.” As well as extra general space, comfortable seating area, improved garden access and a new teen section, you might also notice a rather fetching bust of Teddington-born Noel Coward as you enter the building.
Google has launched its controversial Streetview service online covering some of the major UK cities but I doubt many had considered it would cover streets as far out as Teddington and Richmond. For the Teddington area it appears to have been recorded last around midday during summer 2008 at some point judging by the progress…
The South East of London experienced the heaviest snow it had seen for 18 years. Although widespread snowfall was predicted, the severity (up to 8 inches deep) caused transport chaos which in turn created the most widespread ‘snow-day’ that England has seen for a long time. Nationwide freezing temperatures and additional snowfalls over the next…
Timekeepers at the NPL will today add one extra second to the atomic clocks that determine the precise time in the UK. The International Bureau of Weights and Measures at the NPL also acts as the official atomic time keeper for the world – comparing astronomers precise rotation timings to UTC – if these measurements…
An electrical fault started a fire at Park Lane Stables today. The horses were led to the safety of a nearby beer garden at the Queen Dowager pub whilst fire-fighters tackled the small blaze. Most of the damage was limited to the stable roof and you will be glad to hear that no horses or…
The aging Kings Arms relaunched as The Clockhouse today. A true transformation has taken place from floor to ceiling and the spacious beer garden sun trap will be a favourite during the summer months (and during the winter for those visiting the ‘smokers hut’). There is definitely a strong emphasis on the dining aspect reflected…
Anyone who recognises the phrase “that will be seven million pounds please” will be familiar with singularly unique and friendly customer service style of Alan Hopgood. Alan has served customers with a smile at Teddington Station since 1982. He was nominated for and won the South West Trains award beating 10 other nominees. Not long…
Richmond Council in association with Sweltrac have installed two “Elektrobay” electrical vehicle charging bays that officially open today in borough car parks – Cedar Road in Teddington and Old Deer Car Park in Richmond. Joining the scheme (£100 per year) gives you an electric key fob to enable you to charge your car for up…
A convicted paedophile was named as living in Park Lane, Teddington in an article published in the Richmond and Twickenham Times. Derek Hawkes, 47, served 4 years in prison for his offence from 2000-2004. As part of his bail conditions was told to not to associate with any other registered sex offenders. He was spotted…
A controlled parking zone (CPZ) will come into force next week after years of campaigning, consultations and wrangling between local residents, business, local organisations and councillors. Parking has always been a major issue around some roads in central Teddington – none more so that those that surround the station. Although the majority of responders to…