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Richmond is a beautiful historic town with excellent transport links, making it an attractive location for a wide range of businesses. On a meander of the River Thames, it has several parks and open spaces and is the gateway to many of the borough’s tourist attractions, including Richmond Park, Little Lanes and Richmond Hill.
The scenic view of the River Thames from Richmond Hill is the only view in England to be protected by an Act of Parliament 1902, thus preserving the views immortalised in paintings by J.M.W. Turner and described by Sir Walter Scott as ‘an unrivalled landscapes’. The scenic panorama can be viewed from Terrace Walk which surmounts Terrace Gardens, both designated Gardens of Special Historic Interest.
At the top of Richmond Hill is the Richmond Gate entrance to Richmond Park, the largest of London’s Royal Parks. A Site of Special Scientific Interest and a Special Area of Conservation it was created by Charles I in 1637 as a deer park and now has over 600 red and fallow deer.
Richmond possesses a timeless charm more akin to a village than a town. Henry VII named Richmond after his favourite Earldom, Richmond in Yorkshire, and the gateway of his magnificent Palace, favoured by Elizabeth I, still remains.
Highlights: Richmond Theatre; Orange Tree Theatre, remains of Richmond Palace, Richmond Bridge – the oldest surviving bridge on the Thames, The Poppy Factory, Duck Pond Market every Saturday and Sunday in Heron Square near the river, Terrace Gardens and the iconic view from the top of Richmond Hill and the annual family firework display in November.
Local Website: www.berichmond.london
Top attractions to visit this month
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Whittaker Avenue, Richmond
Discover the deep history and beautiful craftsmanship of Richmond’s community quilts in this vibrant exhibition.
FREE ENTRY
Generously supported by The Asgill House Trust
Whittaker Avenue, Richmond
For students age 11+:
Explore the Museum’s textile collection, develop new skills and create a mini exhibition of the work.
We will be looking at textiles from the Museum’s collection, exploring their stories and history and using them as…
Richmond
Watch online any time between 7.30pm GMT on Tuesday 27 October and 11.59pm GMT on Friday 30 October. Choose any date below to book tickets to watch from home.
As this OT On Screen production will be enjoyed from outside the theatre, we ask people…
Richmond
Who dares wins! Join bestselling author and former war reporter Damien Lewis for never-before-told stories of bravery and daring from the world’s most famous fighting force, the SAS.
For decades Damien Lewis was a leading war correspondent and…
Richmond
Dinner, Breakfast & Prosecco on Us. Includes a two night stay, one glass of Prosecco per person, dinner (two courses) on one evening and breakfast on both mornings, with stunning views of the River Thames from every table. Promotion available Sunday…
Richmond
Join Little Supernovas for a fun retelling of the popular fairytale The Little Mermaid! The Little Mermaid falls in love with a human Prince and makes a deal with a Seawitch to swap her tail for legs - will they get their happily ever after?
Richmond
Join us on May 29th at 19:30 at the cosy St Mary's Church for 'Our precious concert' – one of our most beloved and best-selling programmes!
Whittaker Avenue, Richmond
Goody bag will include: information booklet, threads, needle, pins
You will get to choose your fabric from a selection of fabric that have been saved from landfill thanks to donations to the Museum and the Work and Play Scrapstore.
We will also have…
Richmond
Step into a glittering royal world with Lucy Worsley, beloved historian and bestselling author, who spent twenty years working as Chief Curator in some of Britain’s most marvellous palaces.
Lucy wants to take you behind the scenes and into the…
Richmond
Join us at Books on the Rise as Ovais Naqvi does a deep dive into Jon Lord with his latest book 'Before We Forget: A Work in Eight Movements
About Before We Forget: A Work in Eight Movements
Jon Lord (1941-2012) has been called the "Headmaster of…
Whittaker Avenue, Richmond
Step into a world of discovery with Lizzie and Harry as your guides! They are here to lead your family on an epic journey through the Museum—full of fun, puzzles, and surprises.
Embark on Magical Trails: Follow Queen Lizzie and King Harry on their…
Richmond
These free baby bounce and rhyme sessions are for very young children accompanied by adults.
Come join in the fun with songs, rhymes and stories - all are welcome.
Richmond
Finding the past in the most unexpected places.
Learn how to follow clues to discover information in unexpected places. Using the example of the Etherington family, who have lived in the area for over 200 years, we will demonstrate how you can use…
Richmond
Join us this Spring to uncover The Poppy Factory's 103-year-old story and explore everything our visitor centre has to offer.
Our friendly and knowledgeable hosts are ready to welcome you, ensuring a memorable and personal experience for every…
Richmond
An evening with Karen Dobres exploring her female-focused memoir detailing her disruption of the whole ethos of the football patriarchy!
Books on the Rise: Feminist Book Fortnight Events Series✨
Join us for a special evening with the wonderfully…
Richmond
For the first time ever, a novel by John le Carré — the undisputed master of the modern spy genre whose works include Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy and The Night Manager — is brought to life in a thrilling stage adaptation.
Based on the worldwide…
Richmond
When I said I would die a bachelor, I did not think I would live till I were married.
Summer 1945. To celebrate victory, four women return to the village where they passed an idyllic pre‑war summer. Unbeknownst to them, their one‑time lovers are…
Richmond
Join us every Monday for a free, short and easy health walk around the green spaces local to Richmond train station.
Richmond
Come and test your knowledge! Are you smart enough?
Richmond
There are magical minibeasts all around us! At this fun May holiday workshop, children will practice drawing snails, spiders, woodlice and more. Then, imagining the world from a bug's-eye view, they'll create minibeast comic booklets!
This…
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