The Teddington Society has highlighted a controversial planning application submitted by Richmond Council for a change of use of the Shacklegate Lane allotments for future use as an extension to the cemetery. The Society say: “The allotments are one of few open spaces in Teddington and have been enjoyed for around 100 years. “In recent…
England’s Red Roses have been training at The Lensbury before their World Cup final showdown against Canada at Allianz Stadium on Saturday. The squad set up camp earlier this week after their nervy semi-final win over France at Ashton Gate in Bristol while Canada were the surprise victors against New Zealand’s Black Ferns. It is…
A special celebration to mark the award of a Green Flag to Teddington’s Grove Gardens will take place on Sunday 28th September between 1.30pm and 4pm. All are welcome. The Community police officers will be there security marking bikes, families will be able to try their hand at bowls, planting bulbs and garden games. There…
Richmond Council say local residents are benefiting from its ongoing investment in CCTV – helping to prevent crime and ensuring police can act fast and protect local communities. The system’s vital role was clear just earlier this month when CCTV operators spotted a bin fire near Richmond Green. The control room tracked the suspects’…
Local Lib Dem MP Munira Wilson has addressed the controversial appearance of St George’s flags in Broad Street, Teddington in her latest newsletter. This is her letter: I know that many residents have felt unsettled by some of the events of the past few weeks – the large Tommy Robinson-led protest in London;…
Fire broke out in basement of the Angela and Crown pub Six fire engines and around 40 firefighters responded to a fire at the Angel and Crown pub on Church Court, Richmond. Most of the basement was damaged by fire. Two people left the building before the Brigade arrived and were assessed on scene by…
Ted’s Market at the car park of The King’s Head pub in Teddington returns this Saturday (Sept 27) with a tantalising line up of stalls offering breads, fresh veg and cheese and home made Indian dishes and more…. The popular market which started a year ago will now take place regularly on the last…
Edwin Doran was a much-loved local personality known for his travel business in Twickenham and his love of wine, which he turned into a successful business. His funeral takes place in Teddington on Wednesday with requested dress code ‘a nod to Ireland or rugby.’ Edwin Doran with son Tom at the family vineyard in…
The Friends of Bushy and Home Parks are exploring ways of improving the condition of the two key and historic features that commemorate the use of Bushy Park as Camp Griffiss by the American forces in World War Two using their charity funds to to support the work. The first is the Eisenhower plaque…
Former England international and Harlequins full back Mike Brown is joining Hampton School’s rugby coaching team for the 2025 season, it has been announced today. Brown, now 40, enjoyed a brilliant 20-year career, making over 380 appearances for Harlequins, where he won two Premiership titles and lifted the European Challenge Cup. He later represented Newcastle Falcons and Leicester Tigers, before calling…
