Welcome to Kingston upon Thames

Kingston upon Thames is a historic market town located in the southwest of Greater London. It is situated on the banks of the River Thames and is known for its beautiful riverside walks, parks, and gardens. The town has a rich history dating back to the Anglo-Saxon period, and there are many historic buildings and landmarks to explore, including the ancient market place, All Saints Church, and the Guildhall.

Kingston upon Thames is a vibrant and bustling town with a wide range of shops, restaurants, and cafes. The town center is home to a number of high street stores, as well as independent boutiques and specialist shops. There are also several markets held throughout the week, including a farmers' market on Saturdays, where visitors can buy fresh produce and artisanal goods. The town is also home to a number of cultural attractions, including the Rose Theatre, which hosts a variety of plays, concerts, and events throughout the year.

Kingston upon Thames is a popular destination for visitors to Greater London, thanks to its beautiful riverside location, rich history, and vibrant town center. Whether you're looking to explore the town's historic landmarks, enjoy a leisurely stroll along the river, or indulge in some retail therapy, Kingston upon Thames has something to offer everyone. With excellent transport links to central London and beyond, it's easy to see why this charming town is such a popular destination for tourists and locals alike.

Local Weather

Sunny

Temp: 10.1°C

Feels Like: 8.7°C

Wind: 6.3 MPH

Wind Dir: SW

Local Schools

School	Details
The German School Other Independent School Ages:3-19 Head Teacher Mrs Claudia Wolff-Lieser	Douglas House Petersham Road Petersham Richmond Greater London TW10 7AH 02089402510 School Website
The Russell Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Ms Rebecca James	Petersham Road Petersham Richmond Greater London TW10 7AH 02089401446 School Website
The Vineyard School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Ms Frances Bracegirdle	Friars Stile Road Richmond Greater London TW10 6NE 02089480195 School Website
The Old Vicarage School Other Independent School Ages:5-10 Head Teacher Mrs Gillian Linthwaite	48 Richmond Hill Richmond Greater London TW10 6QX 02089400922 School Website
Orleans Park School Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Ms Kathy Pacey	Richmond Road Twickenham TW1 3BB 02088910187 School Website
St Elizabeths Catholic Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jane Hines	Queen's Road Richmond Greater London TW10 6HN 02089403015 School Website
Grey Court School Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Ms Christopher Rhodes	Ham Street Ham Richmond Greater London TW10 7HN 02089481173 School Website
Orleans Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Ms Phoebe Du Parcq	Hartington Road Twickenham TW1 3EN 02088921654 School Website
Kings House School Other Independent School Ages:3-14 Head Teacher Mr Mark Turner	68 King's Road Richmond Greater London TW10 6ES 02089401878 School Website
Christs Church Of England Comprehensive Secondary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:11-19 Head Teacher Mrs Helen Dixon	Queens Road Richmond Greater London TW10 6HW 02089406982 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
St Margarets (London) St. Margarets Road, Twickenham, Greater London, TW1 2LH 0.84 Miles

Richmond (London) The Quadrant, Richmond, Greater London, TW9 2NA 1.06 Miles

Twickenham London Road, Twickenham, Greater London, TW1 1BD 1.20 Miles

North Sheen Manor Road, Richmond, Greater London, TW9 4QA 1.29 Miles

Strawberry Hill Tower Road, Strawberry Hill, Greater London, TW1 4PP 1.70 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Richmond Hill Cars 0800 298 2168 13 Linch, Richmond, Greater London, TW10 6NF 0.31 Miles
Bjs Executive Cars 020 8569 7007 Richmond Hill, Richmond, Greater London, TW10 6RA 0.34 Miles
Central Cars 020 8894 9999 3 Poplar Ct Pde/Richmond Rd, Twickenham, Greater London, TW1 2DT 0.55 Miles
Black And White Cars 020 8891 4424 212 Amyand Park Road, Twickenham, Greater London, TW1 3HY 0.88 Miles
Station Cars 020 8546 7000 Rear Of, Twickenham, Greater London, TW1 3AW 0.88 Miles
Airtrans 07960 006000 High St, Richmond, Greater London, TW9 1BP 0.88 Miles
Corporate Chauffeurs 020 8948 5868 26 Ashburnham Road, Richmond, Greater London, TW10 7NF 0.95 Miles
Metropolitan Airport Express 0800 783 5368 Unit 6 St Margarets Business Park, Twickenham, Greater London, TW1 1JN 0.98 Miles
Richmond Station Taxi Rank 020 8940 8359 Kew Road, Richmond, Greater London, TW9 2NA 1.01 Miles
Venus Cars 020 8940 8227 81-92 Field House, Richmond, Greater London, TW10 7PN 1.03 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
The Dysart- Petersham Vale No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Meadow Close- Petersham No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Richmond Hill No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Woodside- Cambridge Park No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
2 Friars Stile Rd No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Denton Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Richmond Hill Court No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Chisholme Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cambridge Park No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Friar Stile Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Lancaster Park- Ellerker Gdns No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
O/S 336 Richmond Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:12:30
Richmond Bridge- Cambridge Rd No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:12:45
Hill Rise No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:10:30
Park Estate- Sandy Lane No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:15

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Vineyard Surgery 020 89480404	The Vineyard Surgery 35 The Vineyard Richmond Surrey TW10 6PP
Twickenham Park Surgery 020 88921991	Twickenham Park Surgery 17 Rosslyn Road Twickenham Middlesex TW1 2AR
Paradise Road Surgery 020 89402423	Paradise Road Surgery 37 Paradise Road Richmond Upon Thames Surrey TW9 1SA
York Medical Practice 020 87440220	The York Medical Practice St.John's H/Ctr,Oak Lane Twickenham Middlesex TW1 3PA
York Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	St Johns Health Centre Oak Lane Twickenham Greater London TW1 3PA

Local Stores

Twickenham - Richmond Road
71 Richmond Road
Twickenham
Greater London
TW1 3AW
0208 8929665
Store Website
0.86 miles

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SPAR - Rockingham
4 Rockingham Close
Putney
SW15 5RW
02035 382522
Store Website
2.5 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Medivet Richmond Hill
38 Friars Stile Road Richmond Surrey TW10 6NQ 0208 948 3737 Richmond.hill@medivet.co.uk Website 0.52 miles

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Medivet St Margarets Crown Road
91 Crown Road Twickenham Middlesex TW1 3EX 020 8892 3600 St.margarets.crown.rd@medivet.co.uk Website 0.70 miles
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Goddard Veterinary Group Ham
6 Back Lane Ham Richmond Surrey TW10 7LF 020 8940 3367 ham@goddardvetgroup.co.uk Website 0.97 miles
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Thames Vets
179 Ashburnham Road Ham Richmond Surrey TW10 7NR 0208 963 3309 contact@thamesvet.co.uk Website 1.15 miles

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King Street Vets
38 King Street Twickenham Middlesex TW1 3SL 0208 963 3306 contact@kingstreetvets.co.uk Website 1.16 miles

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Ham Veterinary Surgery
9 Upper Ham Road Ham Richmond Surrey TW10 5LD 020 8547 9981 reception@acornvet.plus.com Website 1.18 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Richmond Park
Richmond Park Is The Largest Of London's Royal Parks, Is A National Nature Reserve And Site Of Special Scientific Interest. TW10 5HS 0.91 miles Postcode Below Is Guidance Only, There Are Car Parks Located At Numerous Points Around The Park.

Richmond Park
Broomfield Hill 2.03 miles Free Carpark As You Go In The Kingston Gates On The Right

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Crane Park
Beautiful Relaxing Walk With River Bays And A Nature Reserve 85 Saxon Ave Feltham TW13 5JL 3.43 miles Multiple Entry Points Along The Walk, However There Is No Car Park So On Street Parking Which Isn’T Difficult Here Is A Must

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Bushy Park
64 Hampton Ct Way Molesey 3.45 miles Carpark In Bushy Park

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Gunnersbury Park
A Large, Attractive Park In West London. Plenty Of Open Space For Running Around And Wooded Areas To Add Interest. Whole Park Is Off Lead Although They Ask You To Put Them On A Lead Past The Duck Pond. The Cafe,Duck Pond And Museum Are Being Renovated At The Moment So Some Areas Are Closed Off But The Park Is So Big It Doesn't Really Restrict You Much. Fonzie And His Friend Momo Love Scrambling Over Fallen Logs, Hunting Squirrels In The Wooded Area And Chasing Frisbee On The Large Open Field, The Nursery London Lancashire W3 8LQ 3.58 miles Popes Lane, London

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Hurst Park River Walk
3 Garrick Gardens Molesey 4.04 miles

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Weather Forecast

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	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Light snow	Overcast	Overcast	Clear
Temp	-0.3°C	-0.5°C	-0.7°C	-1.4°C	-2.4°C	-3.9°C	-5.7°C	-7.2°C	-8.4°C	-6.9°C	-7.6°C	-9.5°C
Feels Like	-4.2°C	-4.3°C	-4.6°C	-5.5°C	-7.4°C	-9.7°C	-11.8°C	-13.9°C	-15.9°C	-13.7°C	-14.9°C	-17.2°C

Sunday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

	Clear	Clear	Clear	Clear	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Clear	Clear
Temp	-10.1°C	-11°C	-11.9°C	-12.5°C	-12.6°C	-11.6°C	-9.6°C	-7.9°C	-7.3°C	-7.6°C	-9°C	-9.6°C
Feels Like	-18.1°C	-19.2°C	-20°C	-20.6°C	-20.6°C	-19.1°C	-16°C	-13.1°C	-11.4°C	-10.9°C	-12.9°C	-15.8°C

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Temp	-10.4°C	-10.2°C	-9.3°C	-8.1°C	-6.5°C	-3.7°C	0°C	2.5°C	3°C	2°C	0.4°C	-5.3°C
Feels Like	-16.1°C	-16.1°C	-15.6°C	-14.7°C	-13.3°C	-10.3°C	-5.7°C	-2.5°C	-1.4°C	-1.9°C	-3.7°C	-10°C

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