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London Borough of Hounslow @hounslowcouncil.bsky.social · 21m

Our Hanworth Area Forum is a week today, if you’re local pop it in your calendar and come along.

📌Oriel Academy West London
🗓️Thursday 16 October, from 6.30 to 9.30pm

🔗https://talk.hounslow.gov.uk/haf

Historic Hanworth Villa with grand staircase under a partly cloudy blue sky and a nearby sign for Oriel Academy West London.

London Borough of Hounslow @hounslowcouncil.bsky.social · 19h

School admissions for 2026 are live!

If your child was born between 1 September 2014 and 31 August 2015, you will need apply for Secondary School Transfer before 31 October 2025.

Find out more and apply:
https://www.hounslow.gov.uk/school-admissions

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London Borough of Hounslow @hounslowcouncil.bsky.social · 21h

🎉 Proud to announce our Animal Welfare Team has earned Platinum accreditation from RSPCA (England and Wales).

Officer Georgia O’Brien also received national recognition for her dedication!

More: https://www.hounslow.gov.uk/news/article/10110/hounslows-animal-welfare-team-wins-big-at-rspca-awards

Georgia O'Brien sitting cross-legged outdoors holding a white dog with a red collar called Mike licking its nose.

London Borough of Hounslow @hounslowcouncil.bsky.social · 1d

During the Summer, we visited a youth club in Heston that received a 30k grant from the Council.

Find out more about how we are delivering for young people in the area from Cllr Ajmer Grewal, Cabinet Member for Residents Support, Communities and Equalities.

London Borough of Hounslow @hounslowcouncil.bsky.social · 2d

Our Hounslow South, Isleworth, Osterley and Spring Grove Area Forum is a week today, if you’re local pop it in your calendar and come along.

📌West Thames College, Isleworth
🗓️Tuesday 14 October, from 6.30 to 9.30pm

🔗https://talk.hounslow.gov.uk/hounslowsouthandisleworth

Historic clock tower standing tall among classic white and red brick buildings under a bright blue sky.

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London Borough of Hounslow @hounslowcouncil.bsky.social · 2d

Our Chiswick Area Forum is a week today, if you’re local pop it in your calendar and come along.

📌St Michael and All Angels Church, Bath Road, W4
🗓️Monday 13 October, from 6.30 to 9.30pm

🔗talk.hounslow.gov.uk/chiswick

London Borough of Hounslow @hounslowcouncil.bsky.social · 3d

This is exciting news, we’re happy to see a sister Hogarth collection to that in Hogarth’s House, adding to the great artist’s work on free, public display! 😍🎨🖌️

Barts North Wing @bartsnorthwing.bsky.social · Jul 31

We have a new website! Check out the What's On page for upcoming events including online talks, tours and workshops! bartsnorthwing.org.uk

Barts North Wing

Visit or hire Barts North Wing – a City of London masterpiece, home to the stunning interiors of the Great Hall and the Hogarth Stair

bartsnorthwing.org.uk

London Borough of Hounslow @hounslowcouncil.bsky.social · 3d

Next Saturday (11 October), get your FREE bike check-up and repair from the Dr Bike team at outside Chiswick Town Hall (W4 4JN) between 10am and 12pm.

For more information, future dates and venues, visit https://www.hounslow.gov.uk/transport-traffic/free-cycle-training/9 #cycling #cyclinglife

London Borough of Hounslow @hounslowcouncil.bsky.social · 5d

Join us for a FREE hands-on session on composting and weeding at Faggs Road North Allotment in Feltham as part of our Grow for the Future project in partnership with Cultivate London.

📅Wednesday 8 October 9:30am – 11am

Book your place: [email protected]

Person planting seeds in rich soil within a wooden garden bed surrounded by dry stems and small yellow flowers.

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London Borough of Hounslow @hounslowcouncil.bsky.social · 5d

In keeping with other public bodies, following the Manchester synagogue attack Hounslow Council flags will be flown at half mast until 20:00 on Friday 3 October 2025.

London Borough of Hounslow @hounslowcouncil.bsky.social · 6d

⚡ Electrifying Hounslow!

We’ve just awarded a key contract to Qwello to deliver a borough-wide network of fast electric charge points.

🔗 https://www.hounslow.gov.uk/news/article/10107/electrifying-hounslow-major-expansion-of-ev-charging-network-announced

Man in navy shirt charging an electric car at a public charging station on a sunny day.

London Borough of Hounslow @hounslowcouncil.bsky.social · 6d

"I want to reassure everyone who lives, works or studies in Hounslow that we stand firmly against hatred, racism and division." (5/5)

London Borough of Hounslow @hounslowcouncil.bsky.social · 6d

"I am incredibly proud to lead a borough as diverse as Hounslow: our strength lies in the fact that we live, work and grow side by side, with respect, understanding and unity. (4/5)

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London Borough of Hounslow @hounslowcouncil.bsky.social · 6d

"On Yom Kippur, the holiest day in the Jewish Calendar, we stand together with our Jewish neighbours and offer our condolences and compassion to them. (3/5)

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London Borough of Hounslow @hounslowcouncil.bsky.social · 6d

"I am shocked and saddened to hear about the appalling incident that took place at Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue in Greater Manchester today. My thoughts and prayers are with all those affected by this horrific violence and the Jewish community here in Hounslow. (2/5)

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London Borough of Hounslow @hounslowcouncil.bsky.social · 6d

Hounslow Council Leader Cllr @shansview.bsky.social Rajawat has issued a statement following the incident at Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue in Greater Manchester today: www.hounslow.gov.uk/news/article... (1/5)

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London Borough of Hounslow @hounslowcouncil.bsky.social · 6d

Celebrate #NationalPoetryDay! Drop by your local library for magical poems and inspiration for your own poetry slam and other projects!

Earlier this year St Mark’s Catholic School hosted their own poetry slam with Cllr Salman Shaheen as one of the judges: http://bit.ly/3KyfbjW

Six people stand on a wooden stage with a blue-lit backdrop, dressed in casual and colorful clothing, posing together for a group photo.

People seated at desks in a hall, some holding papers and pens, with a trophy on one desk and a water bottle on another.

Large group of students in school uniforms posing on stage with a trophy under blue stage lighting.

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Cllr Salman Shaheen @salmanshaheen.bsky.social · 7d

The Prince of Wales visited Gunnersbury Park in Hounslow yesterday to unveil the world's first memorial to humanitarian aid workers killed in the line of duty. I was pleased to hear Prince William and other speakers condemn the killing of aid workers in Gaza and conflicts around the world.

Prince William unveiling Humanitarian Memorial in Gunnersbury Park

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London Borough of Hounslow @hounslowcouncil.bsky.social · 7d

#Hounslow Council leader Cllr Shantanu Rajawat has shared the following message for everyone celebrating #YomKippur: "To the Jewish community in Hounslow, the UK and across the world, I wish you an easy fast and meaningful Yom Kippur - Tzom kal."

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London Borough of Hounslow @hounslowcouncil.bsky.social · 7d

On Wednesday 15 October from 10am - 12Noon, there is free SEND advice and guidance at Heston Farm Community Centre, 51 Biscoe Close, Heston, TW5 0UZ.

Further surgeries detailed here👉 https://www.hounslow.gov.uk/send-local-offer-information-advice-support/send-surgeries-lets-talk-send

Three people engaged in a supportive group setting with colorful blocks labeled 'Realising limitless futures'.

London Borough of Hounslow @hounslowcouncil.bsky.social · 8d

Our Heston and Cranford Area Forum is a week today, if you’re local pop it in your calendar and come along.

📌Heston Community Centre, Vicarage Farm Road,
🗓️Tuesday 7 October, from 6.30 to 9.30pm

🔗https://talk.hounslow.gov.uk/hcaf

Airplane flying over a historic castle with a round turret and stone tower surrounded by lush green trees under a blue sky.

London Borough of Hounslow @hounslowcouncil.bsky.social · 9d

💜 Join us this Saturday for the Weekend Carer Café!

📍 Lampton Parkside Café, 88 Lampton Rd, Hounslow TW3 4DJ 
🕚 11am–1pm 
☕ Free drink of your choice 
👥 Bring the person you care for  

Connect with other carers in a warm space!

London Borough of Hounslow @hounslowcouncil.bsky.social · 9d

Are you an unpaid carer for someone with a neurological condition in Hounslow or Richmond? You & your cared for are warmly invited for:
🎤 Talks
🩺 Health checks
☕ Tea & networking
📍82 Hampton Rd, TW2 5QS
🗓️1 October 10.30am-2pm

📌 Register here: https://www.ins.org.uk/events/carers-marketplace

Flyer for Carers Marketplace event on October 1st, offering support info for unpaid carers in Hounslow and Richmond.

London Borough of Hounslow @hounslowcouncil.bsky.social · 10d

Share your views on our measures to fight anti-social behaviour in Montague Road West Car Park!

⏰ Ten minutes of your time can shape our approach.

Take part here: https://talk.hounslow.gov.uk/pspo-asb-montague-road-west-car-park

London Borough of Hounslow @hounslowcouncil.bsky.social · 10d

🍕 Pizza night?

Here’s a recycling tip: Greasy pizza boxes can’t be recycled. The oil soaks into the cardboard and contaminates the recycling process.

✅ Rip off and recycle the clean parts
✅ Put greasy sections in the rubbish bin

#RecycleWeek #NoTimeToWaste #Hounslow

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