My piece features clothing inspired by J-Fashion, specifically Harajuku, Lolita, and Decora, which ties into my theme: Aiste V. Part of #Burton - #ExploringWithoutBoundaries with @habsandheritage.bsky.social and #RichmondCollege students, kindly supported by #AntonyRobertsEstateAgents

There you have it - all the wonderful art by last year's Level 2 Art&Design students at #RichmondCollege 🥰 You'll find their art as part of a display about the #Burtons and the work @habsandheritage.bsky.social are doing on their mausoleum - & we'll have some exciting news on that coming up soon! 😉

🚨Job alert!🚨 We’re hiring a Strategic Projects & Engagement Officer for the Thames Landscape Strategy. Full-time role building partnerships, engaging communities, and delivering projects along the Arcadian Thames, with flexible working based at Holly Lodge, Richmond Park. More👉http://bit.ly/4n0UwUb

𝗣𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴: 𝗥𝗶𝗰𝗵𝗺𝗼𝗻𝗱 𝗢𝗹𝗱 𝗕𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱 – 𝗩𝗼𝗹𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 An evening of talks on the history and restoration of Grove Gardens Chapel and the rich biodiversity of the local area. 📅 Thursday 11 September 🕡 6:30 – 8 PM 📍 Lower Grove Road, Richmond 👉 what3words: ///snows.cave.power bit.ly/46tCGDd

🎬 Six Inches of Soil – free screening at The Exchange, Twickenham, Tue 8 Oct, 7 PM. Inspiring film on young farmers transforming food & soil health + panel discussion. Organised by Do Something Green and chaired by Habitats & Heritage. Free but please register at bit.ly/sios-twicken...

We join the celebration of Yeading Brook at Spider Park last Saturday with over 400 enthusiastic local people, the London Borough of Hillingdon, Let's Go Outside & Learn and Carne Valley Partnership. It was a fantastic day, full of opportunities for community groups to connect and share information

Yesterday's community event celebrating the Yeading Brook, held at Spider Park in Ruislip @hillingdoncouncil.bsky.social was well attended by local people. The Mayor of Hillingdon was amongst the many visitors. @habsandheritage.bsky.social @ldnwildlifetrust.bsky.social @zslofficial.bsky.social

Celebrating the Yeading Brook Community Event at Spider Park, Ruislip @hillingdoncouncil.bsky.social on Saturday 6th September 2025. Free entertainment and activities to enjoy. Hosted by Let's Go Outside and Learn. @habsandheritage.bsky.social @friendsrivcrane.bsky.social

#virtualtour of the Crane Valley: here's a short video showcasing Hanworth Air Park @hounslowcouncil.bsky.social in summer, with a particular focus on the Longford River. www.youtube.com/watch?v=HJ7H... @nationalparkcity.bsky.social @friendsrivcrane.bsky.social @habsandheritage.bsky.social

Sunshine of Hounslow and Ealing food growing training, Saturdays 2 Aug - 20 Sept. Contact Sharnjeet Bhalla for tickets: 07878990874, [email protected]

🌿 Open Day at Oldfield Meadows 📅 Sat 12 July | 🕙 10am–12pm 📍 Hampton TW12 2HP Help shape a new Nature Conservation site! 🌳 Community planting 🎨 Kids’ crafts | 🧤 Litter pick 🏷 Name the site competition Join us! More info👉 bit.ly/4kOQ1uM

📅 Our Poetry Walk is on this Sunday 22 June! The River Thames has inspired poets for centuries. Bring a poem or simply join us for a gentle riverside walk with readings along the way. A free event part of the Richmond Arts & Ideas Festival Find out more at bit.ly/RAIevents

🦔 Hidden around Kingston Town Centre are QR codes revealing fascinating facts about our local wildlife- from urban hedgehogs to riverside birds. 🦉 Head to the All Saints church (market entrance door) to start scanning the first QR Code! bit.ly/45emXb3

Our celebration will recreate some of the ‘unplugged’, nature-based and joyful atmosphere and events from the time, including Morris dancers, a maypole and a variety of art and food stalls.  Please come along and celebrate the founding of your park.

Sweet Thames: walk and poetry readings. The River Thames has inspired poets through the ages. Bring a poem to read or come to listen. Free. Sunday 22/6/2025 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM @habsandheritage.bsky.social www.trybooking.com/uk/events/la...

Travel back in time aboard a vintage Routemaster bus with two fantastic tours on Saturday 14 June – there's something for everyone: 👧 Children’s Bus Tour – Bring a Teddy! – 10.00am 🏛️ Heritage Bus Tour – 1.15pm 🎟️ Booking required. These and more events at bit.ly/RAIevents

Kicking off today with a heritage talk at Kingston Power Station, 7pm. Plenty more activities this weekend – all ages welcome! #Kingstonuponthames More info 👉https://bit.ly/3Fumyqs

We were so thrilled to take part – such a lovely day! 🌿 Thanks for having us. Here's Charlotte, our Nature Conservation Officer, in action during all the fun!

Join us on Sunday, 11th May, 10 AM – 2 PM at Kilmorey Mausoleum, St Margarets for a day of plants, nature, and community fun! Enjoy plant sales, free tea & cake, a raffle, nature scavenger hunt, and more. Entry £3 (kids & supporters free). All proceeds support local heritage. bit.ly/hhplantsale2...

Happy Earth Day! 🌍 Celebrate with us by taking action for our rivers on Sunday 27 April, 11am at Crane Park. We'll be we planting reed plugs along the River Crane's edge to improve water quality. 📍 What3words: ///heave.these.bells Email [email protected] www.trybooking.com/uk/EQPO

🚌 Hop on for Kingston’s Heritage Bus Tour with Mayor Liz Green on Sunday 11 May! with expert commentary, historic stops, and tea & cake to round it off! bit.ly/3RtbhsY

Join the Climate Chat on 📅Wednesday, 30 April ⏰ 7:30PM 📍 St James’s Church, Hampton Hill. Featuring three local groups making a real difference: 🌱Hampton Heath Friends 👗Sustainable fashion & circular economy 🥕The Real Junk Food Project Q&A session | Licensed bar & nibbles ➡️ bit.ly/StJClimateChat

Thank you for sharing this important message!🐶🐦 For those interested to read more, please visit the 'blog' section on our website habitatsandheritage.org.uk/blog

@habsandheritage.bsky.social and @tcvnational.bsky.social completed one hundred metres of new hedge this week along the A316 and Hospital Bridge Road boundaries with Crane Park. Help us to water. Take a bucket or watering can on your walk and water from the river!

Have you seen this exciting opportunity from @habsandheritage.bsky.social ? They are looking for an Outreach and Education Officer for their project Sir Joseph Bazalgette & the Great Stink of London. You can find all the details on our website: heritagetrustnetwork.org.uk/jobs/ #HeritageJobs

Our Research Volunteer Mara explored the life and experiences of Lady Isabel Burton, with particular interest in how she fit into the Victorian ideals of woman, wife, companion, and explorer. Mara’s blog examines how Lady Isabel challenged Victorian femininity. Read it here➡️ bit.ly/4iAd0sm

A ha-ha was a popular earthwork in the 18th century, built to provide a seamless view of rolling lawns, and this week AOC staff and volunteers teamed up with @habsandheritage.bsky.social‬ to clean up, properly date, and assess damage to a ha-ha wall at Kew Gardens! 🌴🌳 #localhistory #community

Essential Restoration Work Begins at Grove Gardens Chapel! Built in 1877, this historic chapel fell into disrepair before being restored for community use but subsidence forced its closure. Thanks to funding & support from community and valued partners, restoration has finally begun! bit.ly/43Sr0Jk

For this year's #EnglishTourismWeek (14-23 March) we’re opening the doors to the Kilmorey Mausoleum, a striking Victorian neo-Egyptian temple with a fascinating story. 📅Sunday, 23 March ⏳ Choose from two time slots: 2-3pm or 3-4pm. Find out more and book at www.trybooking.com/uk/EKRZ

Join us for #InternationalDayofActionforRivers on Friday, 14th March (1 – 3 PM) at Brazil Mill Wood, Feltham. ✅Suitable for ages 14+ | No experience needed! Find out more and sign up via the link below! www.trybooking.com/uk/EOBN

Join us for an enlightening talk with Tharik Hussain on Sir Richard Burton’s complex ties to Islam, his controversial Hajj pilgrimage, and his fascination with Islamic culture. 📅Wed, 26th March at 7 PM 📍 Kingston Guildhall, KT1 1EU 🎟️ £10 Free drink on arrival! www.trybooking.com/uk/EMFR

🌱 We’re in the running to win £5,000 and we need YOU! 💚 Please take 1 minute to nominate us and help bring us closer to the prize. This funding will support our work protecting local wildlife and inspiring future conservationists! Closes this Friday, 23rd February, so don’t wait!🙏 bit.ly/3EKvrLR

🌿 There's plenty happening with Habitats & Heritage and community groups across #Richmond, #Hounslow and #Kingston! Our February newsletter is packed with nature activities, volunteering sessions and key dates for your diary! Take a look! 📩✨ mailchi.mp/3e8bb17.../h...