Signage warns of road closure and resurfacing in Park Road, Teddington Heavy machinery is parked up in readiness for start of work One of the worst pothole-hit roads in Teddington will be closed overnight early next for urgent resurfacing work, it was confirmed today. Park Road which runs from Teddington past the old police station,…
A link bridge has ben constructed between the fountain and the lakeside Work is expected to last until 2025 Lakeside signage explains ‘remedial works’ Statue plinth requires cleaning Link bridge allows workmen access to the statue A small group of workmen braved the low temperatures to start work on cleaning and restoration of the Diana…
Kids can meet the Teddington RNLI lifeboat mascot called Stormy Stan Lifeboat Alderman Penny Shelton in action on the River Thames The Teddington Lifeboat Alderman Penny Shelton and the local volunteer crew will be ‘sailing’ into the Teddington Lights Up celebrations next Thursday evening. The distinctive bright orange Class D lifeboat and little blue tractor will…
Woodland Gardens closed because of Storm Bert and high winds The Royal Parks have announced that the Woodland Gardens, Water Gardens and the playground in Bushy Park will be closed this weekend because of predicted high winds from Storm Bert. The cafe in the Diana Fountain car park and The Pheasantry cafes will be…
Fantastic setting in front of Hampton Court Palace Temperature is 2 degrees in Teddington so ice is safe from melting…. Ice rink will be open until January 5 2025 The traditional ice rink at Hampton Court Palace opens tomorrow (Friday) and the finishing touches were being made today for the checking-in areas and the…
Former England coach Eddie Jones is at the Lensbury coaching Japan for big match against England Former England scrum half Danny Care criticised Eddie Jones’s coaching methods in his book The three previous teams which have stayed at The Lensbury have all beaten England at Twickenham A familiar figure in the world of international rugby…
The new BEACH gallery in Waldegrave Road, Teddington, will be hosting a private viewing at 6.30pm tonight. All are welcome. (wednesday) The theme is ‘Christmas @ The Beach’ and includes pieces by Sophie Coe, Stuart Story, Mary Burtenshaw, Mark Owen and Carmel Kantorowicz. The local artists represented are from Teddington, Twickenham, Strawberry Hill and Hampton…
Free grit and salt available to combat freezing weather With the sudden arrival of Arctic weather local residents are being offered free bags of grit and rock salt as part of Richmond borough council’s annual winter initiative to tackle snow and ice. The council is offering residents the option to collect up to 50kg…
KINGSTON is offering a winter wonderland of Christmas attractions suitable for all ages with festive shopping opportunities and lots of fun for the kids. The traditional Christmas Market is back and better than ever, with an expanded range of stalls offering handcrafted presents, artisan food, and one-of-a-kind items, making it the perfect place to…
Kingston’s town centre could be mistaken as a ‘statue safari’ with elephants, hippos and gorillas popping up all over the place. Nine sculptures are on display as part of a public art exhibition of stunning wildlife creations by well-known artists Gillie and Marc. The outdoor exhibition, titled ‘Wild Kingston’ follows the ‘Chimps are Family’ trail…
