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Wed 17 0606

Swifts in Barnes Walk — Events in London

Summary: – Event: Swifts in Barnes Walk – When: Wed, 17 June 2026, 8:30pm–9:30pm – Where: Vine Road Recreation Ground, 20 Vine Rd, London SW13 0NE (Barnes area, near Richmond upon Thames) – What: Guided evening nature walk led by birding expert Adrian Podmore focused on observing swifts; educational in a natural setting. – Venue details: Vine Road Recreation Ground; nearby park information available via Richmond Council. – Tickets: Available on Eventbrite. Notes for your query (local news context): – This listing highlights local outdoor/nature-focused events in Southwest London, including Richmond upon Thames and nearby areas. – Useful for staying updated on community nature activities and family-friendly outdoor happenings in the Richmond and South West London region.

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Tue 16 0606

Boston Manor Park flooded with council workers in operation to tear down unauthorised encampment – My London

Summary: – Hounslow Council is removing an unauthorised encampment on Clitherow’s Island in Boston Manor Park, Brentford (West London). The area, previously fenced off and inaccessible, will be reopened to the public. – The encampment, including boats and caravans, had caused nuisance, antisocial behavior, sanitary and environmental concerns, and limited public access for years. – After clearance, the council plans nature recovery work and a new community orchard to restore biodiversity and landscape value. – Officials emphasize restoring full public access to Boston Manor Park, a Grade II listed green space, and prioritizing resident protection and environmental restoration.

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Tue 16 0606

Catch all the Wimbledon action on the big screen in Hammersmith | London Borough of Hammersmith & Fulham

Summary: This London Borough of Hammersmith & Fulham page highlights free Wimbledon coverage in Lyric Square, Hammersmith (King Street) from June 29 to July 12, 2026. Attendees can watch all Wimbledon matches on a big screen with no booking required, plus enjoy summer movie nights (starting 6pm) and live music from 4pm. Notable participants include Emma Raducanu, Jack Draper, Iga Świątková, Jannik Sinner, and Serena Williams. The event is part of a broader “Summer of Sport” in the borough, with additional local entertainment and venues showing live sports.

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Tue 16 0606

Campaigners take bid to block Thames Water's Teddington river abstraction proposals to Government | Local News | News | Kingston Nub News | by Tilly O'Brien

Summary: Campaigners in Kingston are pushing the UK Government to block Thames Water’s Teddington direct river abstraction (TDRA) plan, which would take up to 75 million litres per day from the River Thames above Teddington Weir and replace it with treated wastewater via a new pipeline and underground tunnel. The campaign, led by SOLAR (Save Our Lands And River), argues the scheme risks releasing micropollutants, including forever chemicals, and would not meet stricter EU standards requiring a fourth (quaternary) treatment stage by 2045. A petition on the Government website—currently with thousands of signatures—calls for higher international treatment standards to protect health and the environment and to avoid higher bills for customers. Thames Water says the pilot would still meet UK water quality standards, though campaigners say the testing is not enough to ensure compliance with tougher EU rules.

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Tue 16 0606

Queensmere Pond in Putney Heath has been officially reopened following an 18-month £150,000 restoration project. – Radio Jackie

Queensmere Pond in Putney Heath has officially reopened after an 18-month, £150,000 restoration. The project transformed the concrete-edged pool into a natural wildlife area with plants and reedbeds to boost biodiversity and water quality. Funded in part by the Mayor of London’s Rewild London Fund, the restoration is part of broader conservation efforts across Putney and Wimbledon. Built in 1887 and formerly used for bathing and boating, the site now serves as a wildlife-friendly space for residents.

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Tue 16 0606

Brentford Canal Festival returns this Saturday for the borough's largest free festival – London Post

Summary: The Brentford Canal Festival, touted as the borough’s largest free festival, returns this Saturday, June 20, 2026 (12pm–6pm). Organized by Brentford Voice, the event features multiple live music stages, market stalls with local/independent vendors, family activities (face painting, crafts, Morris dancing, hula hoop sessions), free boat trips on the Grand Union Canal, kayak/rowing taster sessions, and food/drink options from pop-ups and local eateries like Sam’s Waterside. Activities include a dedicated children’s stage, floating markets, and various workshops. The festival is a major local event drawing thousands of visitors and highlighting west London’s community and waterways culture.

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Mon 15 0606

Traffic slow on Great West Road after fire in terrace of shops – Chiswick Calendar News

Traffic update for Richmond upon Thames area: A fire in a mid-terrace shop with flats above on Great West Road in Hounslow caused significant traffic disruption. About half of the roof was destroyed; no injuries reported. Eight fire engines and around 60 firefighters attended, with two large ladders used to fight the blaze from above. The fire was under control by 4:53pm, and crews remain on scene to fully extinguish it. London Fire Brigade cautioned drivers to avoid the area. The cause is under investigation.

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Mon 15 0606

Twickenham ballet studio nominated for national children's activity award | Local News | News | Twickenham Nub News | by Cesar Medina

Babyballet Twickenham, Richmond and Kingston upon Thames has been nominated for a national What’s On 4 Kids Award 2026 in the Most Loved Music, Dance or Performing Arts Activity category. The local studio highlights its contributions to children’s wellbeing, physical health, and development, and is seeking votes from the community. For the new term, Babyballet is offering a three-week trial for £28.50 across Richmond and Kingston upon Thames. The studio serves babies to six-year-olds and is a sponsor of Twickenham Nub News.

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Mon 15 0606

Social media ban for under 16s: Richmond families prepare

Richmond families face social media changes as under-16 ban arrives The government’s social media ban for children under 16 will take effect next year, bringing significant changes to how Richmond families manage their children’s online activities. Parents across the borough are already considering how the new restrictions will affect their household routines and their children’s…

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Mon 15 0606

Lyons Corner Houses: Richmond's Lost Cafe History

The grand cafes that made Richmond a destination Long before Costa and Pret dominated Richmond's high street, elegant Lyons Corner Houses drew families from across southwest London for afternoon tea and three-course dinners. These palatial cafes, with their marble counters and uniformed 'Nippies' waitresses, transformed ordinary dining into an occasion worthy of your Sunday best.…

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Mon 15 0606

Study launched into microplastics pollution in the Thames at Teddington | Local News | News | Teddington Nub News | by Tilly O'Brien

Summary: A University of East London study has been launched to assess microplastics pollution in the River Thames at Teddington, with data collection extending from Teddington to Southend-on-Sea. Led by Dr. Ria Devereux, the project aims to provide robust evidence to inform environmental policy and water quality decisions, tracking pollution levels over time and exploring the influence of climate and storm activity on the river. Seven Thames locations (Teddington, Westminster, St Katharine Docks, Limehouse, North Woolwich, Tilbury, Southend) will have surface water sampled, filtered, and analyzed (including FTIR) to identify plastic types and particle characteristics. Findings will feed policy briefings and a stakeholder workshop at UEL’s Royal Docks Centre for Sustainability, helping local regulators, environmental groups, and policymakers understand where interventions are needed.

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Mon 15 0606

Emergency and major roadworks commencing near Teddington this week | Local News | News | Teddington Nub News | by Tilly O'Brien

Summary for Richmond upon Thames residents: – Emergency and major roadworks are starting this week in and around Teddington and nearby areas. – Specific closures and works: – Hill Rise, Richmond: closed outside no.78 for Thames Water utility works; completion expected by Tue 16 June. – Elfin Grove, Teddington: closed at Broad Street junction for UKPN works; 15–16 June. – George Street, Richmond: closed between King Street and The Quadrant for Thames Water works; night works 19–20 June. – Kingston Road, Teddington: closed Ferry Road to St. Winifreds Road for highway improvements; 15–19 June. – Larkfield Road, Richmond: closed at junction with Lower Mortlake Road for Thames Water works; 15–20 June. – Parkshot, Richmond: multi-way signals at Park Lane junction for Thames Water works; night works 21–24 June. – Queens Road, Richmond: multi-way signals outside no.102 for Openreach works; Saturday 20 June. – For details or queries, contact the relevant utility or works contractors provided (Thames Water, UKPN, Openreach, or FM Conways).

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