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S U M M E R02 Comedy02 Exhibitions04 Fairs04 Families07 Film08 Markets08 Music (Classical)09 Music (Jazz, Rock and Pop)15 Special Interest18 Sport20 Theatre Performances23 Tours and Walks26 Wildlife and NatureW W W.V I S I T R I C H M O N D . C O . U K

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Every SaturdayBearcat Comedy ClubThe Turk’s HeadWinchester Road, St MargaretsTwickenham TW1 1LF8:00 for 8:45pm£15 non-members, £12 members020 8891 1852

Every Sunday during SeptemberLaughing Horse Comedy ClubThe Hope115 - 117 Kew Road, Richmond TW9 2PN8:00 for 8:30pm£5, £4 concessions020 8940 5465

Thursday 30 SeptemberComedy Works at the LandmarkLandmark Arts CentreFerry Road, Teddington TW11 9NN7:00 for 8:00pm£12, £10 in advance020 8977 7558

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Until Sunday 4 JulyArt and Soulincludes work by young people and features a collaborative project exploring emotional wellbeing on the theme ‘What makes me happy’Stables GalleryOrleans House, RiversideTwickenham TW1 3DJ Tues to Sat 1:00 - 5:30pmSun 2:00 - 5:30pmFree Entry020 8831 6000

Until Saturday 10 JulyAsk a Question: Art and OracleRichmond-based artist dor duncan looks at how observation, art and imagination can be used as a means to self-knowledgeRiverside GalleryOld Town Hall, Whittaker AvenueRichmond TW9 1TP Mon, Tues, Thurs and Fri: 10:00am - 6:00pmWed: 10:00am - 8:00pmSat: 10:00am - 5:00pmFree Entry020 8831 6000

Until Sunday 1 AugustHQ at 100discover some remarkable items from the finest rugby collection in the worldTwickenham Rugby Museum Rugby Road, Twickenham TW1 1DZ Tues to Sat: 10:00am - 5:00pmSun: 11:00am - 5:00pm£6, £4 children020 8892 8877

Until Saturday 4 SeptemberHow the Vote was Won: Art and Theatre for Women’s SuffrageFocusing on the role played by artists, writers and theatre people in the campaign for women’s suffrageMuseum of RichmondOld Town Hall, Whittaker AvenueRichmond TW9 1TP Tues - Sat: 11:00am - 5:00pmFree Entry020 8332 1141

Until Sunday 26 SeptemberHeritage Now! Works of art inspired by historic buildingsOrleans House GalleryRiverside, Twickenham TW1 3DJ Tues - Sat 1:00 - 5:30pm

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Free Entry020 8831 6000

Tuesday 6 July until Sunday 11 JulyHampton Court Flower ShowHampton Court PalaceEast Molesey KT8 9AU 10:00am - 7:30pm£17.50 - £320870 752 7777

Thursday 8 July until Sunday 29 AugustArtplay 3Artists, parents and children collaborate to produce multisensory artworks which engage, enchant, stimulate and surprise. Stables GalleryOrleans House, RiversideTwickenham TW1 3DJ Tues to Sat: 1:00 - 5:30pmSun: 2:00 - 5:30pmFree Entry020 8831 6000

Saturday 17 July until Saturday 18 SeptemberSumiko Okubo – prints and drawings reflecting nature and the elements

Riverside GalleryOld Town Hall, Whittaker AvenueRichmond TW9 1TP Mon, Tues, Thurs & Fri: 10:00am - 6:00pmWed: 10:00am - 8:00pmSat: 10:00am - 5:00pmFree Entry020 8831 6000

Thursday 2 September until Sunday 24 OctoberConvergent DiversityA vibrant mix of artistic talent, embracing a diverse range of artists working in all kinds of artistic mediaStables GalleryOrleans House, RiversideTwickenham TW1 3DJ Tues to Sat: 1:00 - 5:30pmSun: 2:00 - 5:30pmFree Entry020 8831 6000

Friday 17 September until Sunday 19 SeptemberTwickenham Art Circle Autumn ExhibitionA huge range of affordable art in a wide variety of subjects, media and stylesLandmark Arts Centre

Ferry Road, Teddington TW11 9NN 10:00am - 5:00pmFree Entry020 8977 7558

Saturday 18 September until January 2011Richmond Theatre 110Museum of RichmondOld Town Hall, Whittaker AvenueRichmond TW9 1TP Tues - Sat: 11:00am - 5:00pmFree Entry020 8332 1141

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Until 5 SeptemberBiodiversity TrailFind your way around the trail and unravel some amazing facts about biodiversityRoyal Botanic Gardens KewKew, Richmond TW9 3AB Mon - Fri: 9:30am - 6:30pmSat and Sun: 9:30am - 7:30pm£13.50, £11.50 concession, children free020 8332 5655

Until 5 SeptemberButterflies, Bugs and BeastiesLearn about the life cycle and food sources of butterflies.Located in The Princess of Wales ConservatoryRoyal Botanic gardens KewKew, Richmond TW9 3AB9:30am - 5:30pm£13.50, £11.50 concession, children free020 8332 5655

9:30am - 5:30pmFree Entry0208 563 2288

Saturday 10 JulySt Margarets FairMoormead Recreation GroundMoormead Road, Twickenham TW1 1JS 11:30am - 7:35pmFree Entry020 8241 1042

Saturday 28 AugustKew Horticultural Society Annual ShowAlthough vegetables, flowers and fruit play a major part, there are classes for photography, arts and crafts, cookery and a special section for childrenKew GreenKew, Richmond TW9 3AA 1:30pmFree Entry0208 939 1343

Sunday 26 SeptemberWedding FairLandmark Arts CentreFerry Road, Teddington TW11 9NN

Saturday 25 September until Sunday 28 NovemberArtful 3A lively exhibition showcasing artwork produced by children and young people, individually and through collaborative projectsRiverside GalleryOld Town Hall, Whittaker AvenueRichmond TW9 1TP Mon, Tues, Thursand Fri: 10:00am - 6:00pmWed: 10:00am - 8:00pmSat: 10:00am - 5:00pmFree Entry020 8831 6000

F A I R S

Saturday 10 JulyBarnes Village FairThere will be live music and entertainment all day plus a funfair and over 200 stalls selling a wide range of clothing, jewellery and gifts. plus a delicious selection of food provided by some of Barnes’ best pubs and restaurantsBarnes GreenBarnes SW13

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Monday 26 July until Friday 30 JulyDragon SongAriane breathes new life into traditional storytellingBushy ParkTeddington TW11 0EQ11:00am, 1:00 and 3:00pmFree Entry020 8979 1586

Monday 26 July until Friday 30 JulyCharlie the Clownstorytelling, clowning, magic and funPetersham PlaygroundRichmond Park TW10 5HS11:00am, 1:00 and 3:00pmFree Entry020 8948 3209

Tuesday 27 July until Friday 30 JulyGlass Painting WorkshopsExplore the hidden messages, meanings and symbols in stained glass and then produce your ownMuseum of RichmondOld Town Hall, Whittaker AvenueRichmond TW9 1TP10:00am - 12noon£2.50020 8332 1141

Sunday 4 July, 1 August and 5 SeptemberSunday Afternoon ArtOrleans House, RiversideTwickenham TW1 3DJ2:00 - 3:30pmFree Entry020 8831 6000

Wednesday 10 JulyDrop-In Badge Making WorkshopMuseum of RichmondOld Town Hall, Whittaker AvenueRichmond TW9 1TP11:00am - 2:00pm£1020 8332 1141

Saturday 24 JulyRoman Life Discovery Daydiscover what life was like in Roman BritainMuseum of RichmondOld Town Hall, Whittaker AvenueRichmond TW9 1TP11:00am - 4:00pmFree Entry020 8332 1141

Monday 2 August until Friday 20 AugustLarks in the ParksA festival of outdoor performance takes place throughout the borough’s parks and open spacesRichmond TW9 Contact for timesContact for prices020 8831 6000

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Monday 2 August until Friday 6 AugustGinger Catpark-inspired drama, games and arts and craftsBushy ParkTeddington TW11 0EQ11:00am, 1:00 and 3:00pmFree Entry020 8979 1586

Monday 2 August until Friday 6 AugustAdrenaline Faeriesdance, play, arts and magic in urban green spacesRoehampton Gate GardensRichmond Park TW10 5HS11:00am, 1:00 and 3:00pmFree Entry020 8948 3209

Tuesday 3 August until Friday 6 AugustA Century of ArtA workshop exploring the styles and techniques of some of the most inspiring artists of the last century. please bring a packed lunch. suitable for ages 5 - 14 year olds

Orleans House, RiversideTwickenham TW1 3DJ10:00am - 3:00pm£25020 8831 6000

Monday 9 August until Thursday 12 AugustAnimation Summer SchoolTwo-day workshops working with artist Will Bishop-stephens to animate something from home or the gallery. please bring a packed lunchOrleans House, RiversideTwickenham TW1 3DJMon and Tues: 11 - 13 year oldsWed and Thurs: 14 - 16 year olds10:00am - 3:00pm£40020 8831 6000

Monday 9 August until Friday 13 AugustInspired Lunacycircus antics, balloon modelling, puppetry, comedy and magicBushy ParkTeddington TW11 0EQ11:00am, 1:00 and 3:00pmFree Entry020 8979 1586

Monday 9 August until Friday 13 AugustGreen Space Story TellerKingston Gate GardenRichmond Park TW10 5HS11:00am, 1:00 and 3:00pmFree Entry020 8948 3209

Tuesday 10 August until Thursday 12 AugustExhibition Based Craft ActivitiesUsing the orleans house or stables gallery exhibitions as a starting point Orleans House, RiversideTwickenham TW1 3DJ10:00am - 12noon: 5 - 8 year olds2:00 - 4:00pm: 8 - 11 year olds£10020 8831 6000

Tuesday 13 August until Friday 20 AugustA Century of ArtWorkshops inspired by art from every corner of our planet. please bring a packed lunch. suitable for ages 5 - 14 year oldsOrleans House, RiversideTwickenham TW1 3DJ

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Wednesday 28 JulyIron Jawed Angels2004/pg/125mins approxdefiant young activists take the women’s suffrage movement by storm, putting their lives at risk to help American women win the right to voteMuseum of RichmondOld Town Hall, Whittaker AvenueRichmond TW9 1TP 5:45pm£2020 8332 1141

£12 per child/per session020 8977 7558

Sunday 19 SeptemberRichmond Park Open DayA fun day out for all the family, learn how The Royal parks manage this 2,500 hectare Royal national parkHolly LodgeRichmond Park TW10 5HS11:00am - 4:00pmFree Entry020 8948 3209

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Thursday 1, 8, 15 and 22 JulyNorth and South2004/12/60mins approxFour part series. milton - a northern mill town in the throes of the industrial revolution is the setting for a clash between newly arrived southerner margaret hale proud mill-owner John ThorntonMuseum of RichmondOld Town Hall, Whittaker AvenueRichmond TW9 1TP 10:00am£2020 8332 1141

10:00am - 3:00pm£25020 8831 6000

Monday 16 August until Friday 20 AugustCharlie the Clownstorytelling, clowning, magic and funBushy ParkTeddington TW11 0EQ11:00am, 1:00 and 3:00pmFree Entry020 8979 1586

Monday 16 August until Friday 20 AugustDragon SongAriane breathes new life into traditional storytellingPembroke LodgeRichmond Park TW10 5HS11:00am, 1:00 and 3:00pmFree Entry020 8948 3209

Saturday 18 SeptemberKids Art ClubAll materials includedLandmark Arts CentreFerry Road, Teddington TW11 9NN10:00am - 12noon

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Saturday 3 JulyArts and Crafts MarketLots of hand made crafts and refreshmentsBarnes Green CentreChurch Road, Barnes SW13 9HE 10:00am - 5:00pmFree Entry07863 562 956

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Sunday 4 July Shakespeare in Verse and MusicA celebration of shakespeare, including readings from The Tempest, hamlet and Romeo and Juliet as well as music including Beethoven, debussy, medtner, schubert and prokofievThe Dysart Arms135 Petersham Road, Petersham TW10 7AA7:30pm£12 including a glass of wine07967 481 625

Friday 9 July La Boheme (By Opera Brava)Frivolity, joy, tenderness and sorrow are all expressed in the music of this

1970s musical. please book in advanceHam HouseHam Street, Ham, Richmond TW10 7RS 8:00 - 10:00pm£80844 249 1895

M A R K e T S

Every SaturdayBarnes Farmers’ MarketEssex House, Station Road SW13 12noon - 4:00pmFree Entry020 8878 5132

Every SaturdayRichmond Farmers MarketHeron SquareRichmond TW9 1TP11:00am - 3:00pmFree Entry020 8878 5132

Every SaturdayTwickenham Farmers’ MarketHolly Road Car park, Twickenham TW19:00am - 1:00pmFree Entry020 7833 0338

Saturday 14 AugustThe Suffragettes: The Story of Emmeline Pankhurst1994/50mins approxThis film explores the history of the suffragette movement featuring period imagery and reconstructionsMuseum of RichmondOld Town Hall, Whittaker AvenueRichmond TW9 1TP10:00am£2020 8332 1141 Wednesday 25 AugustI’m Alright Jack1959/U/100mins approxA laugh-out-loud comedy, lampooning the then burning issue of industrial relationsMuseum of RichmondOld Town Hall, Whittaker AvenueRichmond TW9 1TP6:00pm£2020 8332 1141

Saturday 4 SeptemberA Night at the Movies - Greaseoutdoor screening. Bring a picnic, dress up and sing along to the ultimate

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Thursday 1 JulyJulian Stringle (Clarinet)Richmond and Twickenham Jazz clubThe Crown Bar174 Richmond Road, Twickenham TW1 2NH8:00 - 10:30pm£9, £8 concessions020 8286 3242

Sunday 1 AugustDon Pasquale (By Candlelight Opera)A fully staged production of gaetano donizetti’s comic opera in three acts.Ham HouseHam Street, HamRichmond TW10 7RS 6:00 for 7:30pm£49.500844 561 1921

Sunday 5 SeptemberNaomi Wright (Cello) and Michael Dussek (Piano)Featuring works by Beethoven, debussy, Bach, vivaldi and hearneThe Dysart Arms135 Petersham Road, Petersham TW10 7AA7:30pm£12 including a glass of wine07967 481 625

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Every Thursday, Friday and SaturdayMusic at The Dysart ArmsThe Dysart Arms135 Petersham Road,

most treasured of operas. Ham HouseHam Street, Ham TW10 7RS 8:00pm£25, £10 children020 8940 1950

Saturday 10 JulySummertimesongs by gershwin, Kern, Berlin and other American classics. spirituals from ‘A child of our Time’ by TippettSt George’s SuiteTwickenham Stadium, Rugby RoadTwickenham TW1 1DZ 7:30pm£8020 8898 8020

Saturday 10 JulyThe Marriage of Figaro (By Opera Bravo)some of mozart’s most sublime music features in this bittersweet yet uplifting comedyHam HouseHam Street, HamRichmond TW10 7RS 7:30pm£25-£30, £10 children020 8940 1950

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Thursday 8 July Digby Fairweather (Trumpet)Richmond and Twickenham Jazz ClubThe crown Bar174 Richmond Road,Twickenham TW1 2NH8:00 - 10:30pm£9, £8 concessions020 8286 3242

Friday 9 JulyThe Bootleg Beatles supported by The UK Beach BoysRoyal Botanic Gardens KewKew, Richmond TW9 3AB 7:30pm£3501582 380073

Saturday 10 JulyAnother Kind of Magic Queen symphonic Rock spectacularRoyal Botanic Gardens KewKew, Richmond TW9 3AB 7:30pm£3501582 380073

6:00 for 7:50pm £8 - £150020 8744 8633

Wednesday 7 JulyBjorn Again supported by The original Bucks FizzRoyal Botanic Gardens KewKew, Richmond TW9 3AB 7:30pm£32.5001582 380073

Wednesday 7 JulyThe Eel Pie All-StarsA night of rockin’ rhythm and bluesEel Pie ClubThe cabbage patch67 London Road, Twickenham TW1 3SZ 9:00pm£1107732 322 610

Thursday 8 JulyDancing in the Streets Motowns Greatest HitsRoyal Botanic Gardens KewKew, Richmond TW9 3AB 7:30pm£32.5001582 380073

Sunday 4 JulyEric Brace and Peter CooperTwickenham Folk clubThe Cabbage Patch67 London Road, Twickenham TW1 3SZ 8:00pm£9, £8 in advance020 8991 5461

Tuesday 6 JulyJools HollandRoyal Botanic Gardens KewKew, RichmondTW9 3AB 7:30pm£3501582 380073

Wednesday 7 JulySong & Danceguest bands: The Royal Artillery Band, Band of the grenadier guards and The highland Band of The Royal Regiment of scotland. Bring your own blankets, chairs, picnics, food and wine. Refreshments are available on siteKneller HallKneller Road, WhittonTwickenham TW2 7DU

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Saturday 17 JulyCourtney PineLiving legend and unofficial ambassador of UK JazzHampton PoolHigh Street, Hampton TW12 2ST 7:15pm£26020 8255 116

Sunday 18 JulyRFU Strawberry Hill Music and Fun DayThere will be a live music stage with an array of charity and craft stalls, children’s rides and entertainment, beer and pimms tents, food and refreshmentsStrawberry Hill HouseWaldegrave Road, Strawberry Hill, Twickenham TW1 4SX12noon - 7:30pm£2, children under 15 free07727 257262

Wednesday 14 JulyArmy Big Band in ConcertBring your own blankets, chairs, picnics, food and wine. Refreshments are available on siteKneller HallKneller Road, WhittonTwickenham TW2 7DU6:00 for 7:50pm £8 - £150020 8744 8633

Thursday 15 JulyRenato D’Aiello (Tenor)Richmond and Twickenham Jazz ClubThe crown Bar174 Richmond RoadTwickenham TW1 2NH8:00 - 10:30pm£9, £8 concessions020 8286 3242

Friday 16 July10CCA 90 minute show, full of complex three-part harmonies and will include a catalogue of hitsHampton PoolHigh Street, HamptonTW12 2ST

Sunday 18 July Noname trioceri Evans (piano), saleh Zarei (bass guitar) and Ali nourbakhsh (percussion)The Dysart Arms135 Petersham Road, Petersham TW10 7AA7:30pm£1007967 481 625

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Barmy ArmsThe Embankment, TwickenhamTW1 3DU 2:00 - 4:00pmFree Entry07732 322 610

Saturday 24 JulyElkie Brooksshe will play material from her new album and a generous helping of hits including Lilac Wine, pearl’s a singer, sunshine after the Rain and Fool if You Think it’s overHampton PoolHigh Street, Hampton TW12 2ST 7:15pm£26020 8255 116

Sunday 25 JulyWillie Garnett Big Bandsummer partyRichmond and Twickenham Jazz ClubThe crown Bar, 174 Richmond RoadTwickenham TW1 2NH7:00 - 10:00pm£8020 8286 3242

Thursday 22 July Jim Mullen and Luca Boscagin (Guitars)Richmond and Twickenham Jazz ClubThe crown Bar174 Richmond RoadTwickenham TW1 2NH8:00 - 10:30pm£9, £8 concessions020 8286 3242

Friday 23 JulyIan Broudie and The Lightning SeedsThe band will be performing all of their hits including pure, Lucky You, Life of Riley and the greatest football song ever, Three LionsHampton PoolHigh Street, Hampton TW12 2ST 7:15pm£26020 8255 116

Saturday 24 JulyLondon Sixties Weekdrinks and food can be purchased all afternoon and The Eel pie All-stars will play a free concertEel Pie Club

Wednesday 21 JulyCelebration of Military Musicguest bands: The Band of The Royal Logistic corps, The Band of the Adjutant general’s corps and The Band of the princess of Wale’s Royal Regiment. Bring your own blankets, chairs, picnics, food and wine. Refreshments are available on siteKneller HallKneller Road, WhittonTwickenham TW2 7DU6:00 for 7:50pm £8 - £150020 8744 8633

Wednesday 21 JulyThe Gary Fletcher BandBluesEel Pie ClubThe cabbage patch67 London Road, Twickenham TW1 3SZ 9:00pm£1007732 322 610

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Wednesday 18 AugustStan Webb’s Chicken ShackEel Pie ClubThe cabbage patch67 London Road, Twickenham TW1 3SZ 8:30 for 9:30pm£1207732 322 610

Hampton PoolHigh Street, Hampton TW12 2ST 7:15pm£28, £14 children020 8255 116

Wednesday 4 August The Good Old BoysRhythm and BluesEel Pie ClubThe cabbage patch67 London Road, Twickenham TW1 3SZ 9:00pm£1007732 322 610

Sunday 8 AugustKlezmer-in-Richmondopen house in Richmond to showcase exciting sounds from Europe’s newest klezmer bandsRichmond SynagogueLichfield gardens, Richmond TW9 1AP 7:30pm£15 - £200844 477 100

Wednesday 28 JulyLast Night of the Promsguest bands: The Light cavalry Band, The Band of the Royal corps of signals and The Royal Regiment of scotland. Bring your own blankets, chairs, picnics, food and wine. Refreshments are available on siteKneller HallKneller Road, WhittonTwickenham TW2 7DU6:00 for 7:50pm £8 - £150020 8744 8633

Thursday 29 JulySussex Jazz KingsTraditional JazzThe Winning PostChertsey Road, WhittonTwickenham TW2 6LS 12noon - 2:30pm£7020 8894 4218

Friday 30 JulyKid Creole and The Coconutson stage and in recordings they are unmatched in their energy, originality and musical hipness

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Saturday 25 SeptemberBad InfluenceBluesceneThe Lion27 Wick Road, Teddington TW11 9DN 8:30pm£7.50020 8977 3199

Saturday 25 SeptemberRhythm Force 2010An open-air music festival featuring status Quo, Ray Quinn, hayley Westenra and The soldiers, plus the best rock, pop and soul groups from the corps of Army musicKneller HallKneller Road, WhittonTwickenham TW2 7DU 4:00 - 8:00pm£20, £12.50 concessions0844 847 1742

Sunday 26 SeptemberKris Drever and Anna MassieTwickenham Folk ClubThe cabbage patch67 London Road, Twickenham TW1 3SZ

Sunday 12 SeptemberReg MeurossTwickenham Folk ClubThe cabbage patch67 London Road, Twickenham TW1 3SZ8:00pmContact for prices020 8991 5461

Wednesday 15 SeptemberEgypt and TeaBlues BandsEel Pie ClubThe cabbage patch67 London Road, Twickenham TW1 3SZ 9:00pm£1007732 322 610

Sunday 19 SeptemberBrother MuleTwickenham Folk ClubThe cabbage patch67 London Road, Twickenham TW1 3SZ 8:00pmContact for prices020 8991 5461

Wednesday 1 SeptemberMiller Anderson and The Desperate Dan BandRhythm and BluesEel Pie ClubThe cabbage patch67 London Road, Twickenham TW1 3SZ 9:00pm£1007732 322 610

Thursday 2 SeptemberGilad Atzmon (Alto and Clarinet)Richmond and Twickenham Jazz ClubThe crown Bar, 174 Richmond RoadTwickenham TW1 2NH8:00 - 10:30pm£9, £8 concessions020 8286 3242

Sunday 5 SeptemberRichard ShindellTwickenham Folk ClubThe cabbage patch67 London Road, Twickenham TW1 3SZ 8:00pmContact for prices020 8991 5461

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Contact for times£4.80 - £8.40020 8546 2434

Until OctoberWestminister Passenger ServicesRiver boat trips between Westminster, Kew, Richmond and hampton courtRiverside, Richmond TW9Contact for times£6.75 - £22.50020 7930 2062

Every Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday until 5 SeptemberAlfresco DiningRelax and dine in the lovely surroundings of Twickenham’s 17th century cobbled streetChurch StreetTwickenham TW16:00 - 11:30pmFree Entry020 8 891 7410

Until 31 OctoberHammerton’s FerryA ferry service from marble hill house to ham houseHammerton’s FerryOrleans Road Twickenham TW1 3BLContact for times£1, 50p children and bikes020 8892 9620

Until OctoberTurk’s LaunchesRiver boat trips between Richmond, marble hill, hampton court and KingstonTown End Pier68 High Street, Kingston upon Thames KT1 1HN

8:00pmContact for prices020 8991 5461

Wednesday 29 SeptemberPete French’s Leaf HoundEel Pie ClubThe cabbage patch67 London Road, Twickenham TW1 3SZ 9:00pm£1007732 322 610

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Every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and ThursdayPoppy Factory Tourssee the poppies and wreaths being made and to learn about its history. please book in advanceThe Royal British Legion Poppy Factory Ltd20 Petersham RoadRichmond TW10 6UR10:30am and 1:30pmDonations welcome020 8940 3305

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Sunday 18 JulyLandmark Summer Sunday Specialmusic, children’s activities and moreLandmark Arts CentreFerry Road, Teddington TW11 9NN 1:00 - 4:00pm£4, £2 children020 8977 7558

Saturday 24 JulyHenrys Honeymoon with Jane SeymourFalconry, fencing and other sports will be taking place as the people of the palace celebrate. A spectacular flotilla will bring rival ambassadors from France and the holy Roman Emperor along the Thames from RichmondHampton Court PalaceEast Molesey KT8 9AU 10:00am - 10:00pmFireworks: 9:45pm£14, £11.50 concessions, £7 children, £38 family0870 752 7777

Saturday 31 July, 28 August and 25 SeptemberThe Jam JarAcoustic music/open mic hosted by Tim West

Saturday 3 July and Sunday 4 JulyTudor CookeryExperience real life smells and sounds as history chefs prepare a feast fit for a kingHampton Court PalaceEast Molesey KT8 9AU 10:00am - 4:00pm£14, £11.50 concessions, £7 children, £38 family0870 752 7777

Sunday 11 July until Sunday 25 JulyLocate FestivalA new performance festival to celebrate the heritage and the landscape of the borough. Visit www.richmond.gov.uk/locate_festival or call 020 8831 6000 for further information

Saturday 17 JulyDiscovering Richmond’s Local Archaeology‘hands on’ workshopMuseum of RichmondOld Town Hall, Whittaker AvenueRichmond TW9 1TP11:00am - 3:00pmFree Entry020 8332 1141

Until Friday 31 DecemberHenry VIII: heads and heartsTake part in henry viii and Kathryn parr’s wedding preparationsHampton Court PalaceEast Molesey KT8 9AU10:00am - 4:00pm£14, £11.50 concessions, £7 children, £38 family0870 752 7777

Thursday 1 JulyBarry Cryer - Still AliveBarry recalls, reminisces, recounts and other words beginning with ‘R’, on a trip down memory laneLandmark Arts CentreFerry Road, Teddington TW11 9NN 7:30pm£15 - £18020 8977 7558

Saturday 3 July and Sunday 4 JulyTime Travellersham house and garden’s 400th anniversary re-enactment weekendHam HouseHam Street, Ham TW10 7RS 11:00am - 5:00pm£10.40, £5.80 children, £26.60 family020 8940 1950

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Saturday 18 September and Sunday 19 SeptemberLondon Open Househundreds of great buildings of all types and periods open up their doors to all. pick up a booklet from Richmond visitor information centre in the month leading up to the eventRichmond TW9Free Entry020 3006 7008

Saturday 28 August until Monday 30 AugustSport for Kings with Anne BoleynTudor sporting events such as falconry and fencing will enliven the palaceHampton Court PalaceEast Molesey KT8 9AU 10:00am - 5:00pm£14, £11.50 concessions, £7 children, £38 family0870 752 7777

Saturday 11 SeptemberThe National Trust Heritage Open dayHam HouseHam Street, Ham TW10 7RS House: 12noon - 4:00pmGardens: 11:00am - 5:00pmFree Entry020 8940 1950

Friday 17 SeptemberLandmark Wild West Quiz nightThe quiz will cover a wide range of topics. Teams are limited to a maximum of 6 peopleLandmark Arts CentreFerry Road, Teddington TW11 9NN7:30pm£12020 8977 7558

Tide TablesBeneath Richmond Bridge, Richmond TW9 1TH7:00 - 11:00pmFree Entry 020 8948 8285

Thursday 5, 12, 19 and 26 AugustBBQ at the London Wetland CentreBBQs feature a variety of meats, fish or vegetarian options, prepared with flair by talented chefs on the water’s edge patioLondon Wetland CentreQueen Elizabeth Walk, BarnesSW13 9WT 6:00 - 9:00pm£19.95020 8409 4400

Saturday 21 August and Sunday 22 AugustOn The EdgeA festival of world music Richmond RiversideRichmond TW9 Contact for timesFree Entry020 8831 6000

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Saturday 31 JulyHarlequins Rugby League v Hull FCTwickenham Stoop, Langhorn DriveTwickenham TW2 7SX 3:00pm£5 - £300871 527 1315

Saturday 7 AugustTeddington Cricekt Club v StanmoreBushy ParkPark Road, Teddington TW12 2EJ 11:30amFree Entry020 8977 4437

Saturday 7 AugustTwickenham Cricket Club v EastcoteTwickenham GreenTwickenham TW2 5AB 11:30amFree Entry020 8894 3110

Saturday 10 JulyTeddington Cricket Club v ActonBushy ParkPark Road, Teddington TW12 2EJ 11:30amFree Entry020 8977 4437

Saturday 10 JulyTwickenham Cricket Club v FinchleyTwickenham GreenTwickenham TW2 5AB 11:30amFree Entry020 8894 3110

Saturday 24 JulyTeddington Cricket Club v FinchleyBushy ParkPark Road, Teddington TW12 2EJ 11:30amFree Entry020 8977 4437

Saturday 24 JulyTwickenham Cricket Club v StanmoreTwickenham GreenTwickenham TW2 5AB

Sunday 26 September Strawberry Hill House Re-OpeningStrawberry Hill HouseWaldegrave RoadStrawberry Hill, Twickenham TW1 4SXContact for timesContact for prices020 8744 3124

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Saturday 3 JulyTwickenham Cricket Club v EalingTwickenham GreenTwickenham TW2 5AB 11:30amFree Entry020 8894 3110

Friday 9 JulyHarlequins Rugby League v Bradford BullsTwickenham Stoop, Langhorn DriveTwickenham TW2 7SX 8:00pm£5 - £300871 527 1315

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Saturday 11 September Twickenham Cricket Club v Worcester ParkTwickenham GreenTwickenham TW2 5AB 1:00pmFree Entry020 8894 3110

10:30amFree Entry020 8894 3110

Saturday 4 SeptemberTeddington Cricket Club v HampsteadBushy ParkPark Road, Teddington TW12 2EJ 10:30amFree Entry020 8977 4437

Saturday 4 SeptemberHarlequins Rugby League v Warrington WolvesTwickenham Stoop, Langhorn DriveTwickenham TW2 7SX 3:00pm£5 - £300871 527 1315

Saturday 4 SeptemberLondon Double HeaderRugby Football UnionTwickenham Rugby stadium Rugby Road, Twickenham TW1 1DZ 2:30 and 5:15pm £10 - £400871 222 2017

Saturday 14 AugustMiddlesex 7sTwickenham Rugby Stadium Rugby Road, TwickenhamTW1 1DZ 11:30am - 6:30pm£20 - £300871 222 2017

Saturday 14 August Twickenham Cricket Club v ActonTwickenham GreenTwickenham TW2 5AB 11:30amFree Entry020 8894 3110

Saturday 21 AugustTeddington Cricket Club v EastcoteBushy ParkPark Road, Teddington TW12 2EJ 11:00amFree Entry020 8977 4437

Saturday 28 AugustTwickenham Cricket Club v TeddingtonTwickenham GreenTwickenham TW2 5AB

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is unexpectedly interrupted by the arrival of legendary diva Jean hortonRichmond TheatreThe green, RichmondTW9 1QJ Mon - Sat: 7:45pmWed and Sat mat: 2:30pm£13 - £30020 8940 0088

Monday 19 July until Saturday 24 JulyMum’s the WordLiberating, enlightening and educating, but mainly just washing the secret, funny, dirty laundry of motherhood in publicRichmond TheatreThe green, Richmond TW9 1QJ Mon - Sat: 7:45pmWed and Sat mat: 2:30pm£16 - £28020 8940 0088

Sunday 25 JulyTheatre in the Garden - The Tempestshakespeare’s magical last play, his poignant farewell to the stage - has love, tragedy and comedy

Are they sisters, vampires or young women on the run?Richmond Shakespeare Societymary Wallace TheatreThe Embankment, TwickenhamTW1 3DU 7:45pmSat mat: 3:00pmContact for prices020 8744 0547

Saturday 10 JulyGeorge and the DragonThe world famous story is retold using life size puppetry, music, song, verse, ‘slapstick’ and a good dose of audience participationHampton PoolHigh Street, Hampton TW12 2ST 7:00pmPre-theatre swim 5:45 - 6:45pm£15, £10 children020 8255 1116

Monday 12 July until Saturday 17 JulyQuartetThree Retired opera singers are excited about performing a concert until their tranquil world

Saturday 25 SeptemberGreat River RaceLondon docklands to hamRiver ThamesRichmond TW9 12:15pmFree Entry020 8398 9057

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Until Saturday 3 JulyThe Rat Pack: Live from Las VegasTake a trip back to the hot, glitzy nights of Las vegas with a talented cast and 12-piece orchestraRichmond TheatreThe green, RichmondTW9 1QJ Mon - Sat: 7:45pmWed mat: 2:30pmSat early 4:00pm£13 - £32020 8940 0088

Thursday 1 July until Saturday 3 JulyA Vampire StoryTwo young women arrive in a nameless British small town. Their names are not their own.

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Richmond TheatreThe green, Richmond TW9 1QJ Mon: 1:30 and 4:00pmTues: 10:30am, 1:30 and 4:00pmWed: 10:30am and 1:30pm£11020 8940 0088

Richmond TheatreThe green, Richmond TW9 1QJ Mon - Sat: 7:45pmWed and Sat mat: 2:30pm£13 - £30020 8940 0088

Saturday 31 July until Sunday 15 AugustThe Town Mouse and The Country MouseThese two cousins visit each other and both experience exciting new sights and soundsPuppet Theatre BargeBuccleuch gardensPetersham Road, Richmond TW10 6UT2:30pm£8.50 - £10.50020 7249 6876

Monday 2 August until Wednesday 4 AugustThe GruffaloJoin mouse on an adventurous journey through the deep dark wood to meet a wheeler-dealer Fox, an eccentric old owl and a maraca-shaking, party-mad snake

combined in equal measure. please book in advanceHam HouseHam Street, HamRichmond TW10 7RS 7:00 - 9:30pm£16, £13 children, £45 family020 8940 1950

Sunday 25 July until Saturday 31 JulyA Midsummer Night’s Dream by William Shakespeareopen air productionFountain GardensYork House, Richmond RoadTwickenham TW1 3AA7:45pmSat mat: 3:00pmNo performance on WednesdayContact for prices020 8744 0547

Tuesday 27 July until Saturday 31 JulyShakespeare: The Man from StratfordBringing to life both the man and the unforgettable characters - lovers, kings, soliders and clowns - who have since conquered the world’s stages

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Hampton PoolHigh Street, HamptonTW12 2ST 7:00pmPre-theatre swim 5:45 - 6:45pm£15, £10 children020 8255 1116

Monday 6 September until Saturday 11 September Colin Dexter’s Morse in House of GhostsRichmond TheatreThe green, Richmond TW9 1QJ 7:45pmSat mat: 2:30pmContact for prices020 8940 0088

Sunday 12 SeptemberJane McDonaldBrian shaw presents a magical evening of music and laughterRichmond TheatreThe green, Richmond TW9 1QJ 7:30pmContact for prices020 8940 0088

Saturday 21 August until Monday 30 AugustThe TempestJourneys of tragedy, comedy and music come full circle in shakespeare’s great masterpieceHampton Court PalaceEast Molesey KT8 9AU No performance 23 august7:30pm£20, £15 concession, £10 under 12s020 7609 1800

Saturday 28 August Saturday 4, 11, 18 and 25 OctoberThe TempestPuppet Theatre BargeBuccleuch gardensPetersham Road, Richmond TW10 6UT2:30pm£8.50 - £10.50020 7249 6876

Wednesday 4 SeptemberThe Importance of Being Earnestoscar Wilde’s frothy, witty Edwardian comedy of manners and mistaken identity

Monday 9 August until Saturday 14 AugustThe Country GirlFrank Elgin, once a great theatre star, is down on his luck, but when he is offered a major role by hotshot director Bernie dodd he has the chance to make a major comeback.Richmond TheatreThe green, Richmond TW9 1QJ Mon - Sat: 7:45pmWed and Sat mat: 2:30pm£14 - £32020 8940 0088

Monday 16 August until Sunday 5 September Saturday 11, 18 and 25 September Sunday 12, 19 and 26 SeptemberThe Hare and the Tortoise and Other Tales from AesopWell known fables are brought to life with drama and humourPuppet Theatre BargeBuccleuch gardensPetersham Road, Richmond TW10 6UT2:30pm£8.50 - £10.50020 7249 6876

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Every Tuesday until 21 SeptemberBehind the Scenes at Ham HouseFrom the attics to the cellars. A look at 400 years of servants world at ham houseHam HouseHam Street, Ham TW10 7RS12noon - 12:45pm£8020 8940 1950

Monday 20 September until Saturday 25 SeptemberThe RivalsA delightful tangle of romance, fury and deceptionRichmond TheatreThe green, RichmondTW9 1QJMon - Sat: 7:45pmWed and Sat mat:2:30pm£15 - £30020 8940 0088

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Every Thursday until 16 SeptemberBig Batty WalksA talk with a bat expert before heading out to the wild reserve, complete with bat detector, to see which species are swooping aroundLondon Wetland CentreQueen Elizabeth Walk, Barnes SW13 9WTContact for times£10 including admission into the centre020 8409 4400

Tuesday 14 September until Saturday 18 SeptemberMorecambecelebrating the wonderful life of Britain’s best loved comic, this is a moving portrait of an affectionate lad with funny bones, a born entertainer, a big-hearted perfectionistRichmond TheatreThe green, Richmond TW9 1QJ Mon - Sat: 7:45pmWed and Sat mat: 2:30pm£16 - £28020 8940 0088

Saturday 18 September until Saturday 25 SeptemberGlengarry Glen RossBy david mametThe Mary Wallace Theatre The Embankment,Twickenham TW1 3DU7:45pmMat 25 Sept: 3:00pmNo performance on WednesdayContact for prices020 8744 0547

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Sunday 4 JulyKew Walk(heritage guides)Meet at St Anne’s ChurchKew green, Kew TW9 3AA2:00pm£3020 8894 3678

Sunday 10 July, 14 August and 18 September Richmond Hill(heritage guides)Meet at Old Town HallWhittaker Avenue, Richmond TW9 1TP11:00am£3020 8894 3678

Tuesday 13 JulyEvening Walk in Bushy Park(Richmond Ramblers) 4 - 5 miles. Meet at Teddington StationTeddington TW11 0BB4:45pmFree Entry020 8977 2636

Thurs: 11:00amSun: 3:00pm£3020 8894 3678

Saturday 3 JulyMarble Hill Park - A Hidden Historydiscover the lost treasures around the historical marble hill park, such as the formal gardens designed by Alexander pope and the ninepin AlleyMarble Hill HouseRichmond Road, TwickenhamTW1 2NL 2:00 and 3:15pm£5, £4.30 concessions, £2.50 under 16s, £12.50 family0208 892 5115

Saturday 3 JulyWalk in Richmond Park(Friends of Richmond park)Meet at Pembroke Lodge car parkRichmond parkRichmond TW10 5HS 10:00am - 12noonFree Entry020 8392 9888

Until Thursday 30 SeptemberWalking Tour: Biodiversitydiscover what biodiversity hotspots mean and why it’s so importantRoyal Botanic Gardens KewKew TW9 3AB 12noon£13.50, £11.50 concessions, children free020 8332 5655

Friday 2 and 30 July, 6 and 27 August and 3 and 24 SeptemberIsabella Plantation Gardens Walk(Friends of Richmond park)Meet at Broomfield Hill car parkRichmond Park TW10 5HS`11:00am - 12:30pmFree Entry020 8948 3209

Every Thursday and Sunday 25 July, 29 August and 26 SeptemberHistoric Richmond(heritage guides)Meet at Old Town HallWhittaker Avenue, Richmond TW9 1TP

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Saturday 7 AugustVictorian Walk(heritage guides)Meet at Old Town HallWhittaker Avenue, Richmond TW9 1TP11:00am£3020 8894 3678

Saturday 24 July Summer Evening Walk in Richmond Park(Friends of Richmond park)Meet at Sheen Gate car parkRichmond ParkRichmond TW10 5HS 8:30pmFree Entry020 8392 9888

Wednesday 28 JulyThrough the Woods and Meadows to Petersham(The Richmond society)A walk through the lower slopes of the hill area to petersham village including a visit to the newly restored st peter’s church Meet at Richmond StationRichmond TW9 2NA7:30pm£1020 8948 0643

Tuesday 3, 10 and 17 August Family Ghost Toursguided tour discovering stories of residents that have never leftHam HouseHam Street, Ham

Wednesday 14 JulyThe Riverside Flora of the Surrey Bank(The Richmond society)Meet at Richmond StationRichmond TW9 2NA7:30pm£1020 8948 0643

Saturday 17 July1940’s Wartime Walk(heritage guides)Meet at Old Town HallWhittaker Avenue, Richmond TW9 1TP11:00am£3020 8894 3678

Saturday 17 JulyGrasses in the Park(Friends of Bushy park)Meet at the Pheasantry Welcome CentreBushy ParkTeddington TW12 2EJ 11:00amContact for prices020 8977 3416

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Located in The Palm House ParterreRoyal Botanic gardens KewKew TW9 3AB Mon - Fri: 9:30am - 6:30pmSat and Sun: 9:30am - 7:30pm£13.50, £11.50 concessions, children free 020 8332 5655

Until Saturday 5 SeptemberWhispering in the LeavesWith monkey shrieks, tree frog hissing and melodic birdsong sound artist chris Watson creates an atmosphere reflecting the diversity of the animals and insects living in the tropical rainforests.Located in the Palm HouseRoyal Botanic gardens KewKew TW9 3AB 9:30am - 5:30pm£13.50, £11.50 concessions, children free 020 8332 5655

Until Saturday 5 SeptemberWild KewTo see how the diversity of plants in Kew gardens provides a haven for invertebrates, fish, amphibians,

Marble Hill HouseRichmond Road, Twickenham TW1 2NL 2:00 and 3:15pm£5, £4.30 concessions, £2.50 under 16s, £12.50 family0208 892 5115

Saturday 11 SeptemberTudor Walk(heritage guides) Meet at Old Town HallWhittaker Avenue, Richmond TW9 1TP11:00am£3020 8894 3678

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Until Saturday 5 SeptemberPalm House Parterre South Africa Landscapesee the beds in front of the palm house transformed into a representation of spring in namaqualand in south Africa’s northern cape

Sunday 15 AugustMorning Walk around Sheen Common and Richmond Park(RspB)Meet at Kings Ride GateRichmond parkRichmond TW10 5HS8:00am£1020 8979 7552

Saturday 4 SeptemberThe Deer Herds(Friends of Bushy park) Meet at the Pheasantry Welcome CentreBushy parkTeddington TW12 2EJ 11:00amContact for prices020 8977 3416

Sunday 5 SeptemberMarble Hill Society Guided TourA guided tour around this fascinating 18th century palladian house led by the marble hill society. Find out about the history, contents, collections and former residents including society lady, henrietta howard

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Souvenirs and gift ideas reflecting the unique character and environment of Richmond can be viewed online and purchased in person from the Richmond Visitor information Centre.

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London Wetland CentreQueen Elizabeth Walk, BarnesSW13 9WT 10:00am - 4:00pm£40020 8409 4400

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reptiles, birds and animals throughout the year. Located in nash conservatoryRoyal Botanic Gardens KewKew TW9 3AB 9:30am - 5:30pm£13.50, £11.50 concessions, children free 020 8332 5655

Saturday 10 JulyNational Gardens Scheme Daycomplimentary garden tours throughout the dayHam HouseHam Street, Ham TW10 7RS 11:00am - 4:30pm£10.40, £5.80 children, £26.60 family 020 8940 1950

Saturday 25 SeptemberIntroduction to Wildlife Photographyincludes an introductory talk on the basics of composition, approach and equipment, followed by a practical session on the reserve looking at flora and fauna. please book in advance

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