The Royal Borough is ‘strongly’ objecting to the ‘poorly-considered proposals’ to close railway station ticket offices. The council says the proposed closure of the ticket offices, including at eight railway stations in the borough, ‘...

Late Season Update Here we are almost at the end of another fruit and veg picking season, with the schools going back very soon, however here at the farms we still have some lovely produce to pick. Though please do check our website for the amended opening times and...

Prizes have been awarded in this year’s Garden in Bloom competition. There were almost 300 nominations this year for the contest, which is organised by the Royal Borough. The winners and runners up in each ward were presented with a rosette and the winner...

The ‘Get around for £2’ bus fare cap on single journeys in England is being extended until the end of October. Fares will then be capped at £2.50 until November 2024. see government website.

From Sarah Parfitt Go, Gemma, go....... Our lovely supporter Gemma Ransome has taken on the big 50km Thames Path Challenge to raise money for Partners for Change Ethiopia. The challenge will take place on the 10th September from Runnymede to Henley! We are s...

Petition launched to restore direct Maidenhead bus service to Heathrow airport A new petition has been filed with the Royal Borough to step in and restore a direct bus service from Maidenhead to Heathrow Airport. In April, residents expressed their disappointment...

The Royal Borough’s cabinet member for highways and transport has said the borough is heavily against the impending ULEZ expansion. The Mayor of London’s controversial ULEZ scheme sees drivers face a daily charge of £12.50 if their vehicles don...

The Stanley Spencer Gallery in Cookham is run entirely by volunteers. The editor of the gallery newsletter is stepping down after 11 years in the role, and the gallery is looking for a replacement. Published quarterly, the newsletter is sent to around 550 Friends on...