Richmond and Twickenham Times

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 09:37:08 +0100
Primark warning to shoppers as Halloween decoration recalled due to asbestos risk
The Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) has issued an urgent alert about the potential contamination

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 09:19:58 +0100
Richmond pizza chain opening offers 3,000 FREE pizzas to local residents
Rudy’s Pizza Napoletana opens in Richmond on November 27, giving away 3,000 free Neapolitan pizzas at its new Kew Road restaurant.

Sat, 10 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The Surrey school where boys are flourishing and 'education goes beyond results'
Halliford School's new headmaster tells why the school's supportive environment is allowing children to flourish.

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 08:37:11 +0100
Primark warning to shoppers as Halloween decoration recalled due to asbestos risk
The Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) has issued an urgent alert about the potential contamination

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 08:17:29 +0100
When is Blue Planet 3 out? BBC unveils first look at new David Attenborough series
The BBC has unveiled a first look at the highly anticipated Blue Planet 3 series, narrated by now 100-year-old Sir David Attenborough.

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 15:00:00 +0100
Inside the London hotel where English charm and flair give way to liveable luxury
The Gore in Kensington takes guests on a journey through Victorian and Tudor interiors with comforting classic English hospitality.

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:16:46 +0100
Amazon Prime Day deals 2026 - best deals and what to avoid as prices drop
Amazon Prime Day has landed, but not every bargain is what it seems. Here are the deals worth knowing about – plus the scams to watch for.

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:58:00 +0100
Kew launches £1m appeal to restore its historic Palm House
Kew Gardens launches a £1m public appeal to restore its historic Palm House, part of a £66m project to create a carbon-neutral Victorian glasshouse in London.

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 11:36:57 +0100
Royal Mail parcel prices increase by up to £1.45 - full list of key changes
Royal Mail parcel delivery prices have increased by up to £1.45. The increased prices impact several types of delivery services.

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 06:27:48 +0100
Tributes paid to novelist and politician Jeffrey Archer following his death aged 86
Tributes have been paid to bestselling novelist and former politician Jeffrey Archer following his death at the age of 86.

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
These are the highest-rated primary schools in Bromley - is yours on the list?
The top 10 primary schools in Bromley have been revealed based on ratings from School Guide.

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 16:02:03 +0100
London landlords warned over costly letting agent compliance errors
London landlords remain liable for letting agent errors under the Renters’ Rights Act, risking fines, lost eviction rights and prosecution.

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 15:00:00 +0100
Retiree who exploded ULEZ cam and teen killer among south Londoners jailed last month
The names and faces of the south London criminals jailed in September 2026.

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Blue plaque on the London house which hid famous future author from debt collectors
In the summer of 1832 a house in Highgate became a haven for The Dickens family who were fleeing the patriarch's debts.

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Whale sculpture made from five tonnes of ocean plastic wins ICE award
A whale made of ocean plastic, a greener towpath, and a reimagined train station have each scooped top honours for engineering excellence.

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Celebs love a town hall wedding - but which London venue ranks best?
Sir Paul McCartney, Dua Lipa and Charli xcx have helped to popularise the town hall wedding but which of London's historic buildings are the most popular to get hitched?

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 12:02:38 +0100
Is Three down? Thousands of UK users have no signal and can't make phone calls
Thousands of Three users are reporting issues with signal and making calls plus internet and data today (October 3).

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 19:49:27 +0100
Man charged with preparing terrorist acts, including against Nigel Farage
Joshua Kerry has been charged with preparing terrorist acts, including against Reform UK leader Nigel Farage.

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 15:49:03 +0100
8 in 10 Brits believe lessons learnt outside the classroom are more important
A survey of British adults by Samsung revealed that most believe lessons learnt in life are more important than those in formal education

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 08:32:33 +0100
Rare video of a working donkey shows demanding work and daily challenges
The video shows a rare 'donkey's-eye view' of the physically demanding work and daily challenges faced by working animals across the world.

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:17:54 +0100
EastEnders legend Ross Kemp admits Celebrity Traitors gave him 'imposter syndrome'
Ross Kemp reveals imposter syndrome on BBC's The Celebrity Traitors, starring Michael Sheen, Richard E Grant and Miranda Hart.

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:07:51 +0100
McDonald's is bringing back an iconic discontinued menu item after ten years
McDonald's is bringing back the Snack Wrap to UK stores, after it was discontinued in 2016. The Saver Menu item will be returning on October 6.

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 06:24:23 +0100
Prime Minister Andy Burnham leads tributes to Dame Esther Rantzen after death aged 86
Andy Burnham, Martin Lewis, Anton Du Beke and more share tributes for Dame Esther Rantzen, the founder of Childline, following her death aged 86.

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 06:00:00 +0100
Who is Joe Lycett? The stand-up comedian taking on the Celebrity Traitors
Joe Lycett is a comedian and TV presenter who is hoping to outsmart the Traitors this autumn.

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 06:00:00 +0100
Who is Joanne McNally? The comedian taking on the Celebrity Traitors
The Irish stand-up comedian and podcast host Joanne McNally is taking part in the second series of the Celebrity Traitors.

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:05:25 +0100
Richmond student’s ceramic sculpture selected for national art exhibition
Richmond upon Thames College student Tyra D’Souza has been selected for the UAL Origins Creatives Exhibition at London’s Mall Galleries with ceramic artwork.

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 18:54:23 +0100
Broadcaster and Childline founder Dame Esther Rantzen has died aged 86
Broadcaster and Childline founder Dame Esther Rantzen has died aged 86 following a lung cancer diagnosis.

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 17:40:08 +0100
BBC confirms popular drama will be returning with a Christmas special
The BBC has confirmed that Amandaland will be returning with a Christmas special airing this year.

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 17:17:38 +0100
Expert shares how to save money on subscriptions after Netflix's price rises
A discount expert has revealed a few tips and tricks you can use to cut down on your streaming service costs.

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:37:21 +0100
Nine in 10 Gen Zs have friends they now communicate with exclusively through memes
Nearly nine in 10 Gen Zs have friends they now communicate with exclusively through online memes - and rarely or never see them in real life.

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:35:12 +0100
One in five early holiday bookers lose out as prices fall
One in five early holiday bookers have been left out of pocket after seeing prices for their trip plummet as the departure date approaches.

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 13:10:52 +0100
Who is Rob Beckett? The TV star and comedian taking on Celebrity Traitors
Comedian Rob Beckett is one of 21 stars heading on the new series of Celebrity Traitors. Here is everything to know about his career.

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 12:05:56 +0100
Who is Ross Kemp? The EastEnders legend going on Celebrity Traitors this year
EastEnders star Ross Kemp is one of 21 famous faces heading to Scotland to take part in the new series of the hit BBC show.

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:08:11 +0100
The 11 must-have features you need to get after Tech of the Year Awards 2026
At the Currys Tech of the Year Awards 2026, various AI and technology features were crowned the best in their respective categories

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 09:38:05 +0100
British drivers are now paying an average of £713 for their car insurance
Based on more than six million quotes for comprehensive, new business policies, findings show costs have remained stable over the past 12 months.

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 16:11:48 +0100
Why is Spotify not working? Thousands of users report issues with app
Thousands of Spotify users have reported issues with the app, with people saying they are unable to listen to music.

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 15:04:41 +0100
Three quarters of parents neglect health issues while caring for children
A mother was left unable to walk unaided after putting off a doctor's appointment because she was busy juggling family, work and life responsibilities.

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 11:00:55 +0100
Only Fools and Horses memorabilia set to sell for £40,000 at auction
The iconic yellow three-wheeled van with 'Trotters Independent Trading Co' on the side was one of several Reliants used in the show

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 11:20:14 +0100
'Coupon king' reveals hack to get Nando's burger for £3 less
A money-saving tip has sparked debate online after claiming to shave more than £3 off the price of a Nando’s chicken burger.

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 06:56:59 +0100
EastEnders star lined up for return to BBC show 20 years after soap debut
An EastEnders star is reportedly making a return to the BBC show, 20 years after they first appeared in Albert Square.

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 11:17:42 +0100
Long-serving and popular Marks & Spencer employee Paul Morgan dies age 64
Richmond Marks & Spencer worker Paul Morgan dies aged 64 after 38 years at the store. Family and colleagues pay tribute to his kindness and dedication.

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 20:00:00 +0100
ITV show offering 'delicious chaos' back for 6th series as celeb line-up revealed
Cooking With The Stars is returning for its sixth series with new celebrities taking to the kitchen with their professional chef counterparts.

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 16:50:38 +0100
BBC removes scenes from popular children's TV show to comply editorial guidelines
Horrible Histories has had several scenes edited out of old episodes to comply with editorial guidelines.

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 14:38:22 +0100
The rare 'extra-special' Royal Mint 50p coin sold for 8,000 times its face value
A version of the 50p coin fetched £4,000 on eBay, 8,000 times its face value

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 14:29:07 +0100
Online pet store shut down after £6.3m 'unexplained transactions'
Investigators found that the company sold products to UK customers and used a UK-based contractor to handle returns.

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 10:20:20 +0100
Rod Stewart announces retirement from touring after 60-year career
Rod Stewart has shared that he will be retiring after a long career, with his final performances set for 2027

Sun, 27 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The orphaned bear sent for safekeeping to London Zoo who inspired an iconic character
Canadian black bear Winnipeg captured hearts in London Zoo when she went to live their during World War One. Here's the story of she inspired iconic character Winnie-the-Pooh.

Sun, 27 Sep 2026 11:30:00 +0100
Wetherspoons to open 6 new pubs over coming months - see the full list of locations
JD Wetherspoon is set to open 6 new pubs in the coming months - see the full list of locations.

Sat, 26 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0100
The Argentinian restaurant in London with live music where sharing really is caring
There are few better ways to spend an evening in Soho than being handed plate after plate of Argentinian-inspired food while live music gradually takes over the room.

Sat, 26 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The lost London chocolate shop founded by refugees and loved by the Queen Mother
Ackermans Chocolates stood for 50 years in Goldhurst Terrace, Hampstead and won a royal warrant from the Queen Mother who loved their confectionery.

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