The application by a company called Graftongate’s to demolish the buildings on the site of the Laboratory of the Government Chemists’ former site in Queen’s Road is now on the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames (Lbrut) planning website under Planning Applications – Ref no: PA25/2927. The decision date is 21 November. Anyone interested can…
A South Western Railway spokesperson told Teddington Town today: “Following the rebuild of the lifts, our engineers completed a software upgrade after a fault was found with this initial repair. “During recent testing, the lifts have failed to operate at the required level for us to open them back up safely to the public.…
https://teddingtontown.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/VIDEO-2025-10-17-16-36-58.mp4 Huge congratulations to Teddington couple, Margaret Allen and her husband, Rob, who successfully completed their zip wire challenge at Twickenham Stadium in support of Crossroads Care Richmond and Kingston. Flying 150 metres across the iconic rugby pitch would be nerve-racking for anyone, but for Margaret, who has a fear of heights, this was a massive personal challenge. Margaret has been volunteering…
By Paul Edwards Weston–Super–Mare left it late as they grabbed the three points from Hampton & Richmond Borough at Beveree stadium. In the sixth minute of stoppage time a Dan Martin header found its way past James Holden in net to break home fans’ hearts. The Beavers had their chances to take the lead…
A 16 year old suspected of carrying a knife and stealing a youngster’s bike in Twickenham has been arrested, according to local police. The incident happened in Latham Road where ‘officers responded swiftly to reports of a robbery where a young victim was approached by a 16 year old suspect who intimated they were carrying…
PHOTOS COURTESY OF CHRIS WORMELL These are the amazing drawings created by award-winning children’s author and illustrator Chris Wormell to make the spectacular Hampton Court Palace ‘wrap’ which now covers the famous Great Gatehouse while restoration work is carried out. They depict the craftsman of the day in their working dress as well as the…
The Animal Rescue and Care team (ARC) in Twickenham has told of a remarkable ten day operation to save SIXTY FIVE rabbits. Operation co-ordinator Melanie Watson said: “We thought it was an impossible task, but after 10 days of patience, surveillance, trapping and some light digging, we are confident we have safely rescued all the…
Teddington couple Robert and Margaret Allen are bracing themselves for a zip wire challenge flying across the pitch at Twickenham Rugby stadium on Friday for the charity Crossroads Care Richmond and Kingston. Rob, a big rugby fan, said: “Hurtling down 150metres is a scary prospect especially as Margaret is not great with heights but…
South Western Railway today provided a full statement about the Teddington railway station lifts, which have been out of service causing disruption and issues for passengers. In detailed statement the network revealed that the fire brigade had to rescue a person from one of the lifts which required significant work including cutting through bolts.…
Richmond Council is contacting local residents who may be entitled to a Council Tax reduction as part of efforts to support those households struggling against the rising cost of living. The scheme can reduce Council Tax bills by up to 100% for those on low incomes or certain benefits, helping to ease pressure on already…