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Summer in Richmond

Make the most of your summer by visiting Richmond upon Thames, London’s greenest borough!

Not only is it a picturesque borough it’s also rich in history, culture and adventure. This makes it the perfect place to visit as there’s something for everyone. Whether you’re a local seeking new experiences or a visitor seeking a memorable and relaxing getaway Richmond is the place to be.

With a Bank holiday to look forward to, lighter days and the occasional bit of hot weather, how will you spend it?

Step into the past and explore the houses of England’s most influential figures from painters, writers and royals.

Tired of doomscrolling, it’s time to reconnect with nature and explore the great outdoors. Wander, sunbathe or picnic in the famous Richmond Park. Get up close and personal with free roaming deer. The park also houses the magnificent Isabella Plantation which you may have seem all over your social media feed and the gardens at Pembroke Lodge.

Visit WWT London Wetland Centre, one of the best spots for wildlife watching in the UK. There’s plenty to do, experience nature, take part activities, bat watch, feed the otters and so much more.

Richmond upon Thames offers a wide variety of activities for the family to enjoy.

Local museums offer summer programmes, engaging exhibitions and activities that spark curiosity and are educational. Libraries offer group reading sessions to keep children entertained and enjoying literacy.

Take in the sensation scenic atmosphere that makes Richmond such a special place and enjoy dinner with a view.

We know how hard it is to say goodbye so why not extend your visit and stay at one of – look at local hotels and accommodation.

Make this summer unforgettable and #VisitRichmond!

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Kew Gardens

Explore the world's most beautiful collection of rare and exotic plants. Royal Botanic Gardens also know as Kew Gardens is home to the world’s largest and most diverse collection of living plants and is a scientific organisation of international renown.
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Richmond Park
WWT London Wetland Centre

The London Wetland Centre is a 105 acre wildlife haven with scenic walkways set amongst the lakes, pools and meadows that are home to birds, bats, water voles, grass snakes, amphibians, dragonflies and moths. Unwind in this oasis in the heart of the capital – or let your kids run free in their own Explore, Discovery and Pond Zone adventure areas. Spot wildlife close-up from our hides and meet our collection of rare birds from around the world. Take a free guided walk with one of our wardens and then relax in our café over coffee or lunch. A great day out, whatever the weather.
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Nerina Pallot – The All Roads Lead To Tour

Address

The Exchange, 75 London Road, Twickenham, London, TW1 1BE

Telephone
020 8240 2399

exchangetwickenham@stmarys.ac.uk

Twickenham

Dates

From:
19 Sept 2025Open 19:30 - 21:30

Pallot at her most raw and direct, featuring songs drawn across her 25 year career, and the stories that shaped them.
Premiership Rugby Cup Harlequins v Leicester

Address

Twickenham Stoop, Langhorn Drive, Twickenham, London, TW2 7SX

Telephone
0208 410 6000

Twickenham

Dates

From:
19 Sept 2025Open 19:45 -

Premiership Rugby Cup Harlequins v Leicester
Richmond: From royal playground to homes and industry

Address

Marble Hill House, Richmond Road, Twickenham, London, TW1 2NL

Twickenham

Dates

From:
19 Sept 2025Open 11:00 - 13:00

Join us on a walking tour that takes you through the developments on both sides of the Richmond Bridge. We will explore how Richmond has evolved over time, visiting a grand villa, residential areas, and former and current workplaces. Together, we…
The John Otway Band Tour - The Set remains the same

Address

Hampton Hub Club, 3 Ashley Road, Hampton, London, TW12 2JA

Telephone
020 8979 1183

info@hamptonhubclub.com

Hampton

Dates

From:
19 Sept 2025Open 19:00 - 23:30

Thirty years ago, four musicians joined John Otway to form a band.
Otway had just had some success with his autobiography – Rock and Roll’s greatest Failure.
The plan at the time was to rid their microstar of this title and to endow him with a…
The Lock House, Richmond Lock & Weir

Address

The Lock House, Ranelagh Drive, Richmond, London, TW1 1QZ

Richmond

Dates

From:

19 Sept 2025to20 Sept 2025Open 11:00 - 16:00

The Lock House is part of Richmond Lock & Weir, on the left bank of the Thames at Richmond. Originally home to the resident lock keeper, it is now the design studio and exhibition space of Astronaut Kawada, architects and designers. They have fully…
A Pocket Opera

Address

St James's Church, St James's Road, Hampton Hill, Hampton, London, TW12 1DQ

Telephone
02089416003

office@stjames-hamptonhill.org.uk

Hampton Hill, Hampton

Dates

From:
20 Sept 2025Open 19:00 - 22:00

A Pocket Opera is a concert performance that follows the story of Bizet's opera Carmen, but told from her point of view. It's performed by the award-winning CarmenCo. Tickets £25, but book by 6 September and save £5
Arts Richmond Drama Party Featuring the SWAN Awards

Address

Arts Richmond, The Landmark Arts Centre, Ferry Road, Teddington, London, TW11 9NN

Telephone
02088929446

info@artsrichmond.org.uk

Ferry Road, Teddington

Dates

From:
20 Sept 2025Open 19:00 - 23:00

Join Arts Richmond for our annual DRAMA PARTY!
The local theatre community will gather for the highlight of our social and creative year. The evening will feature the announcement of the Swan Award winners for 2024/5, but this isn't just for Swan…
Brewery Market does Oktoberfest 2025

Address

Brewery Market, 49 Church Street, Twickenham, London, TW1 3NR

Telephone
020 3601 9494

cheers@brewerymarket.co.uk

Twickenham

Dates

From:

20 Sept 2025to3 Oct 2025Open 19:00 - 22:00

You won't experience Oktoberfest like this, anywhere else.
Book yourself a ticket for a true Brewery Market Bavarian experience. From Munich to Marzen, we're going big so you don't have to go to Germany.
Mirroring the dates of the original…
Captain Sandy and the Sea Monster - Puppet Theatre Barge

Address

Puppet Theatre Barge, Petersham Road, Richmond, London, TW10 6UT

info@puppetbarge.com

Richmond

Dates

From:
20 Sept 2025Open 11:00 - 12:00
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20 Sept 2025Open 14:00 - 15:00
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21 Sept 2025Open 14:00 - 15:00

In the little village of Rocky Snore, all the fisherfolk are in a mess, where have all the fish gone? There are no fish to fish! Join Captain Sandy on her adventure to try and find out what happened! A brand new show by Puppet Theatre Barge, expect…
Great River Race

Address

Riverside, Below Ham House, Richmond, London, TW10 7RS

Telephone
07977065250

press@greatriverrace.org

Richmond

Dates

From:
20 Sept 2025Open 12:30 - 15:30

Come and support over 2000 people and almost 300 crews as they race in London's River Marathon: The Great River Race.
Rowing 21.6 miles from Millwall in East London, the crews will finish at Ham. Come and join them for food, drink and music...and…
Live Music Night-Dr Isi

Address

The Fox Pub, 39 Church Street, Twickenham, London, TW1 3NR

Telephone
02088921535

Twickenham

Dates

From:
20 Sept 2025Open 21:00 - 23:00

Come join us for an unforgettable night of live music at Fox Twickenham in Twickenham! Get ready to groove to the beats and enjoy the incredible talent on stage.
Don't miss out on our special drinks offer - 2-4-1 cocktails all night long! Sip on…
Marble Hill Dog Show

Address

Marble Hill Park, Richmond Road, Twickenham, London, TW1 2NL

Telephone
02089633306

contact@kingstreetvets.co.uk

Twickenham

Dates

From:
20 Sept 2025Open 14:00 - 15:30

The Marble Hill Dog Show is back for 2025!
Material World

Address

Temperate House, Kew Gardens, Kew, London, TW9 3AE

Telephone
02083325655

info@kew.org

Kew

Dates

From:

20 Sept 2025to2 Nov 2025

Discover Material World, a festival of art, fashion and horticulture inside the stunning Temperate House.
This thought-provoking exhibition dives into the fascinating connections between textiles, plants and sustainability, exploring the hidden…
NT Live: Inter Alia (Captioned Screening)

Address

The Exchange, 75 London Road, Twickenham, London, TW1 1BE

Telephone
020 8240 2399

exchangetwickenham@stmarys.ac.uk

Twickenham

Dates

From:
20 Sept 2025Open 14:00 - 16:00

Oscar-nominated Rosamund Pike is Jessica in the much-anticipated next play from the team behind Prima Facie.
Open Gaming Meetup

Address

Richmond Old Town Hall, Whittaker Avenue, Richmond, London, TW9 1TP

Richmond

Dates

From:
20 Sept 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00

Whether you are a board game enthusiast or new to the scene, come and join us for a new monthly open gaming event and have fun, meet new people and try a new game or two. Choose from the dozens of games available or bring along your favourite to…
OpenHouse - Bethlehem Chapel Richmond upon Thames

Address

Bethlehem Chapel, Church Terrace, Richmond, London, TW10 6SE

Richmond

Dates

From:
20 Sept 2025Open 10:00 - 15:30

An independent Calvinistic chapel on the east side of Church Terrace in Richmond, London. Built in 1797, the small 1-storey stuccoed building is Grade II* listed. It still has its original galleried interior with pews and pulpit.
OpenHouse - Langdon Down Centre

Address

2a Langdon Park, Teddington, London, TW1 9PS

Teddington

Dates

From:
20 Sept 2025Open 11:00 - 15:00

Grade II* listed Normansfield Theatre and Langdon Down Museum of Learning Disability. Gothic proscenium arch and elaborate stage and scenery. Built as part of the Normansfield Hospital for patients/students with learning disabilities.
Grade II*…
OpenHouse - St John the Divine

Address

18-20 Kew Road, Richmond, London, TW9 2NA

Richmond

Dates

From:
20 Sept 2025Open 11:00 - 12:00

St John’s has a wide nave approached via a narthex formed under the gallery running the width of the west end. East of the nave is a chancel flanked to the south by the Lady Chapel and to the north by the organ chamber with loft over.
OpenHouse - Twickenham Museum

Address

25 The Embankment, Twickenham, London, TW1 3DU

Twickenham

Dates

From:
20 Sept 2025Open 11:00 - 15:00

Grade II listed former waterman's cottage c1720. Restored and converted into a museum celebrating the rich history of Twickenham, Whitton, Teddington and the Hamptons.
Drop in: 15 Minute talks on 'JMW Turner & West London'
Special House Manager 15…
OpenHouse One Paved Court Drop-In visits

Address

One Paved Court, Richmond, London, TW9 1LZ

Telephone
020 8408 2139

info@onepavedcourt.co.uk

Richmond

Dates

From:

20 Sept 2025to21 Sept 2025Open 12:00 - 17:00

One Paved Court is an artist-run space on a lane of early Georgian shops and houses. In 2017, Allies and Morrison transformed an old carpet shop into a distinctive home for resident artists and a gallery with an innovative and varied programme of…