Windsor Community News

Paddleboard experiences between Cookham and Marlow. https://www.facebook.com/sunsetpaddleco https://www.instagram.com/sunsetpaddleco Laurahello@sunsetpaddleco.com

Excalibur on the Thames is a 5* charter / hospitality boat.  We are based at Shepperton, but we operate from Hampton Court to Oxford. We offer private charters for up to 12 guests. Guests may bring their own picnic or choose from our extensive menu. We offer everything from gourmet sandwiches (£8), sharing platters (£15),…

Looking for a fun new way to get out on the water? My name is Liz, and as a BSUPA Certified Paddleboard Instructor with Creek Paddles, I’m here to help you get started! Whether you’ve never stepped on a board before or you’re looking to refine your skills, I offer a variety of courses designed…

No-one really likes change and it can be frustrating when you can’t find what you are looking for. But it’ll not be for long, mid September and it should all be done bar the snagging. You’ll notice small changes each day and we have some extra staff to help you find what you are looking…

River Thames activities: People often search for things to do on the river, such as river cruises and boat trips, or simply enjoying a meal and a glass of something along the river bank. If you a business between Staines and Henley, encompassing Wraysbury, Old Windsor, Datchet, Windsor, Eton, Bray, Maidenhead, Taplow, Cookham, Marlow, Hurley…

Would you like to talk to an expert on Windsor’s tourist information in English, Français, Deutsch, Italiano or Español? Massi Muratori wasn’t happy when RBWM announced they were closing the tourist information centre, it had been 15 years of his life, and so took the bones of an idea to the owners of Indelibly Windsor…

25/01838/FULL | Construction of ice rink and attractions annually from October 2025, 2026, 2027 to January 2026, 2027 and 2028. | Alexandra Gardens Barry Avenue Windsor SL4 5JA Here is the unedited version of my objection to the new planning application. I needed to reduce it down to nearer 2,000 characters for the online submission. Members of the Committee,…

Was going to be hosted at otherspacearts.com on Sunday 21st September from 12pm… but folk showed little interest, so we’ve cancelled. Let’s see what you could have won 😉 While the events happen upstairs, there will be healthy food and drink available downstairs so people can network with like minded community folk. Join us for…

With over 1,100 hard copies distributed since March 2024 and evidence of more than 4,000 views online, we’d like to hear from those who have used our directory. We’re in the process of completing the Berkshire Community Foundation grant application form and one of the questions asks… Please tell us about your organisation’s experience of…

One of the project offices at Heathrow Airport is currently undergoing a reconfiguration, and as part of this process, they have approximately 80 office desks that are no longer needed. These desks are still in very good condition, and Heathrow is happy to donate them free of charge to any charity or organisation that can make use of them. However,…

Hi, I’m just filling in a Berkshire Community Foundation application form, to help fund the 2nd Edition of our Windsor Directory of Community Groups and Charities, and it asks how many volunteers do we have. Well, to be fair, we haven’t counted.  We host events, people help promote the events, people turn up at the…

The day begins at Bourne End, and we follow the signposted Thames Path along the river all the way, apart from a short detour in Cookham. There’s a bit of road/river walking where the river bypasses Maidenhead, but the last hour or so is quiet, ending with a wonderful view of Windsor Castle. Distance: 10¾…

I’m delighted to share some exciting news from South Meadow Surgery and Dedworth Medical Centre. In memory of our much-loved colleague, Dr Katie Simpson, we are establishing a Wellness Hub in the community room at Dedworth Medical Centre. This new space will support health education, wellbeing and connection within our local community. They will be…

The recent ‘Local Heroes’ campaign, devised by 11-year-old Aiva Purchase and brought to life by Windsor Lions club, has seen the fruits of its labours in the presentation of a number of cheques to the winners. Aiva, whose dad Alaster is a member of the Lions, came up with the idea in her bedroom one…

What an absolutely brilliant and mighty monumental day for Windsor. It’s only fitting that we let the first words be spoken by The Mayor of Windsor & Maidenhead, Cllr Mandy Brar… Would have been even more right and proper had I not forgotten her name, especially given I worked with Mandy for four chuffing years!…

Our reason for being part of Windsor & Eton Pride 2025 is to support Steve in his mission to celebrate humanity in all its positive guises… He can appear as mad as a box of frogs but he’s way more English than that 😉 He has supported all our I Love Windsor CIC events, for…

If you can keep your head when all about you are losing theirs and blaming it on you; If you can trust yourself when all men doubt you, but make allowance for their doubting too; If you can wait and not be tired by waiting, or, being lied about, don’t deal in lies, or, being…

We are told that Sir Barry made a significant contribution to the community fundraiser back in the day to secure Alexandra Gardens as a safe space for local people to enjoy the air. Pollution was rife and hygiene a big issue back in the late 19th Century and in the early 20th Century Sir Barry…

Men’s Matters visited Parliament today as guests of Jack Rankin MP and learned many new things. Including the story of a suffragette breaking a stirrup on the statue of Lord Falkland, an account of a bold act of protest by Margery Hume on April 27, 1909. This incident took place in St Stephen’s Hall within…

On hearing of Dexter’s passing, I pondered how globally renowned he must have been, so asked Gemini a couple of questions and then Canva to create the attached image of The Boss… Please share a list of mentions of Dexter, Windsor’s most famous cat, from around the world Dexter, Windsor’s famous cat, is indeed a…

We thought you’d like to hear about the latest stage in our journey to chase funding for the Windsor directory during July. We’d asked AI to write a few words to appeal to directors of companies with a CSR / ESG leaning, link below. I’ve approached around 30 companies so far and anticipating a 10%…

One of our Community Groups listed in our Windsor.directory is looking to give some tickets to individuals who don’t want to be a burden to anyone but for whatever reason, find themselves short on resources or are disabled BUT would really love to have a tour of the Windsor Castle this summer. If you know…

As we process grant applications and reach out for funders during July, with the aim of re printing our Windsor Directory of Community Groups and Charities at the end of November, it made sense to create an interactive PDF for funders viewing pleasure. That might be you… enjoy… This recent blog post aims to describe…

Tesco Dedworth welcomes your comments while we go through a major refit. Either drop comments in the post box, made by my father-in-law Or email 3404@uk.tesco.com Thank you. Jon DaveyCommunity ChampionTesco Dedworth

Tesco colleagues would like to thank Lee for his kind invitation to enjoy Fi.Fest at the weekend. They had a fantastic time. For Claire it was her first ever festival and she’s like really old 😉 Loved it, gave her a spring in her step. There’s an idea, you have kiddies corner, how about one…

Hi, everyday when you pop into Tesco Dedworth you’ll notice one or two changes. The super wide isle is not a permanent feature, they need to dig the floor out to put in pipes for the fridges and freezers that will be installed in that area but for now, enjoy the wide space to wander…

Bienvenue à Windsor, Président Macron, dites fromage ou cuisses de grenouilles, selon votre préférence 😉 Turned out nice again for the state visit. President Macron, King Charles, Camilla (in green) & Brigitte, William & Kate rode past Windsor Castle with a small guard. Fabulous darling… not too many people, made for the perfect couple hours…

Imagine discovering a friend or relative had quietly endured months of struggle, hesitant to ask for help, silently hoping for a solution to their pain. This scenario, unfortunately, is a daily reality for many in our community. People often face life-altering challenges – a bereavement, cognitive decline, a sudden health crisis – and feel immense…

I asked Gemini “Could you explain why it is better to get a court order when dealing with traveller occupation of parish land than to simply serve an eviction notice and employ bailiffs immediately?” I am not a solicitor so don’t know if this is 100% correct but it certainly paints a good picture, like…

The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead Council RBWM is seeking a grounds maintenance service provider to provide a range of grounds maintenance services across the borough. This will include, but is not limited to: verge maintenance, grass cutting, parks and open spaces maintenance, cemeteries maintenance and handyman/handyperson services. This will be a single contract….