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Fostering in the borough

Fostering can be a powerful experience for both child and carer. If you, or somebody you know, may be interested in Fostering, we encourage reaching out to our team to find out more.


On Thursday, our fostering team were busy answering your questions on all things fostering in Windsor High Street. They were visited by Councillor Amy Tisi, Cabinet Member for Children’s Services and Windsor.


For more information on fostering in the Royal Borough visit our webpage

Bin collections as normal this bank holiday weekend


We collect household waste and recycling on bank holiday dates (excluding Christmas and New Year)

 

If your bin is due to be collected on Monday 26 May, please put it at the kerbside by 7am on the day, as usual.

 

For more information about what can go in each bin, visit our waste webpage

Opening times may change at pharmacies this bank holiday weekend


If you need a local pharmacy for minor illnesses this weekend, remember opening times will vary. See the pharmacy opening hours of those across Berkshire

 

You can also find medical advice and support on NHS Frimley’s Health and Care website which might save having to find an open pharmacy. And having a well-stocked medicine cabinet could also save you that trip. 

Little green fingers create rain gardens


Pupils from St Luke’s Primary School have been helping with the planting at the new rain gardens at Norfolk Park in Maidenhead.


Rain gardens are designed to slow water drainage to reduce the risk of flooding and are part of our Healthy Streets project to create welcoming green spaces for residents to enjoy.



The Healthy Streets project is funded by a £50k public health grant. This will also create a new St Luke’s Community Nature Garden which the pupils will again help plant.

Join our Disability and Inclusion Forum

 

We're looking for volunteers to become members of our Disability and Inclusion Forum

 

This resident led forum helps to raise important issues that affect people with disabilities living in the borough – working directly with councillors and the council.

 

There are no specific qualifications that you need to join the forum - we're looking for people who can use their knowledge, background and experience for the role.

 

The next meeting of the forum will be Monday 9 June at 11am. The agenda will be available to view a week before the meeting. If you would like to get involved or have any questions, please email equality@rbwm.gov.uk

Share your walking adventures


As May is National Walking Month, we've created a Walking for Health hub on RBWM Together where you can share details or photos of your favourite gems discovered on foot. 


You can also find on the hub a library of walking maps across the borough to download, links to local walking groups plus other resources. Remember, as little as a ten-minute daily walk can boost both your physical and mental wellbeing. And walking is free.

The arts are coming to Eton!

 

From 24 May to 1 June, Eton will be teeming with events that encourage playing and exploring your creative side, as well as opportunities to support incredible local artists.

 

For more information on how to get involved, please visit the Arts Week website

Join us and find your next role at Maidenhead Library on Tuesday 27 May from 10.30am.


Jobseekers will have the opportunity to connect with employers looking for staff to fill their vacancies. Employers across a variety of sectors will be attending this event, so this is an ideal forum for candidates to understand the local jobs market, and the skills required to be successful in their applications.


Read more on our website

Our consultations - have your say


We regularly hold consultations and surveys to seek your views on proposals within the Royal Borough: 

Community Spotlight - now on RBWM Together


Our Community Spotlight has moved to RBWM Together - where you can share your upcoming community events and volunteering opportunities in the borough.


Do you have an upcoming not-for-profit community event or appeal for volunteers you’d like us to add to the page? Send a short summary including key dates and a link to communications@rbwm.gov.uk

Local travel updates


For details of further council works on highways, visit our website


For full local roadwork details, including work by utility firms, please visit the One Network website


  • Cadent Gas works could affect the times of the new and improved 37, 37B, 10 and 10A bus services on Sutton Road (Bisham and Cookham) from first launch until the roadworks are concluded on Friday 6 June 2025.


  • Work to upgrade the roundabout at the junction of Holyport road/A308 Windsor Road is continuing with three-way traffic lights in place until the 24 July. The project is based on your feedback and is funded by Local Enterprise Partnership and the Community Infrastructure Levy.

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