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Rickmansworth & District Residents' Association e-news
Below are some posts from our website.
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Come and find our stall at the Sunday Market on 26th July to have a chat!
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Please make sure your RDRA membership renewal has gone through and if it hasn't visit rickmansworthresidents.org/renew. If you no longer wish to receive emails, please let us know.
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Best wishes from your Chairman,
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At the March Sunday Market, we met up with first prize winner Natasha Thakkar and third prize winner Helen Nolan and later met second prize winner Sheila Green. Congratulations to our winners for this quarter!
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1st prize: George Hart 2nd prize: Shamus Kelly 3rd prize: Brian Littlejohn Anne is pictured with 2nd prize winner Shamus, who kindly donated his winnings back to support the RDRA, as has Brian, 3rd prize winner. Click here to join the RDRA 100+ Club!
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How should our parks, woodlands and open spaces be managed over the next five years? Three Rivers District Council is developing its Green Space Strategy for 2027–2032 and wants to hear how you use local green spaces, what you value most, and where improvements are needed. Your feedback will help shape how these spaces are protected, maintained and enhanced for …
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Message from the Office of the Police & Crime Commissioner. Take this short survey and let them know: https://tinyurl.com/yccymbn4 Whether it’s tackling anti-social behaviour, reducing retail crime, improving safety for women and girls, or making sure our parks and public spaces feel welcoming, I want to hear what matters most to you. This summer, I'm launching the next phase of …
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The evening is organised by the BCC (Batchworth Community Council) and will cover Community Safety, Cyber Security and Burglary Prevention. Our local policing team will be there for you to raise any concerns or share feedback. Click for further information.
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Have your say on the future of Rickmansworth's historic town centre. Three Rivers District Council is reviewing the Conservation Area to help protect its character, heritage and important buildings while guiding future development. If you live, work or visit the area, this is your opportunity to influence how it is preserved and enhanced for future generations. https://haveyoursay.threerivers.gov.uk/rickmansworth-conservation-area-appraisal-consultation
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We joined Age Friendly on their walking audit of Rickmansworth High Street this month, with a particular focus on the experiences and needs of older adults. The walking audit lasted around 30-45 minutes and was a friendly, community-led walk to highlight accessibility issues, safety concerns, signage and seating. Send Age Friendly a message: https://www.livelongerbetterinherts.co.uk/contact/ Or email them: info@livelongerbetterinherts.co.uk
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The Metropolitan service has issued an apology, giving the following explanation: "Unfortunately we’ve got a couple of big issues going on:- We do have some train operator resourcing issues, we’ve had higher than expected attrition however we do have new train operators coming in so this should resolve soon. We are also having to train all our operators on the …
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The Government has announced that four new unitary councils are to be formed in Hertfordshire. The decision means that Hertfordshire County Council and the ten district and borough councils will be reorganised to form four new unitary authorities, North West Hertfordshire, South West Hertfordshire, Central Hertfordshire and Eastern Hertfordshire. The four new authorities will, from April 2028, provide the services …
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Find out what was discussed at the last Rickmansworth Local Area Forum, including policing, the Local Plan, Beryl Bikes, Woodland Walk and other matters affecting the local community. Although the Mill Stream was discussed, no actions were recorded. Click to read the Action notes - 02/06/2026
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Affinity Water announced that there will be a hosepipe ban from Friday 17th July, 12am.
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Message from Hillingdon Council. I am writing to provide an update on the formal enforcement action the Council has taken against the operators of the unauthorised scrap metal site on Springwell Lane. Following the Interim Injunction granted on 8 May 2026, the Council has now successfully obtained a Full Injunction. This sets out a timetable for the closure and clearance …
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