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Vision to rejuvenate Ascot High Street set for Cabinet



Guidance to help deliver the vision to rejuvenate Ascot High Street, improve public spaces, and ensure new development is well integrated will be discussed at Cabinet when they meet on Tuesday 22 July.


The Ascot Placemaking Supplementary Planning Document (SPD), developed following extensive engagement with residents, developers and local businesses, provides a framework to shape future investment and regeneration and support infrastructure planning.


The framework and cabinet report will first be discussed at the Place Overview and Scrutiny Panel meeting on Wednesday 16 July, ahead of Cabinet, where it is being recommended for adoption.


Read more in our press release


If you would like to register to speak at the Place meeting, please contact Democratic Services before 12pm on Monday 14 July.

Summer Reading Challenge returns to libraries


Children across the borough are being encouraged to grow their love of reading this summer by taking part in the popular Summer Reading Challenge, which returns to all borough libraries from Saturday 12 July.

 

This year’s theme is “Story Garden”, celebrating imagination, nature and creativity – and it’s a perfect fit for the borough, with new community gardens now open at both Windsor and Maidenhead libraries.

 

The challenge, which runs until Friday 13 September, invites children aged 4 to 11 to read six books over the summer holidays. Those taking part can collect stickers and rewards along the way, with a certificate at the end to celebrate their achievement.


Come into any of our branches to register and collect your welcome pack. For more information visit the Summer Reading Challenge event webpage and read our press release

Windsor welcomes Macron in style!


This week, Windsor was on the international stage as Their Majesties The King and Queen welcomed The President of the French Republic, Emmanuel Macron, and his wife Mrs Brigitte Macron for a state visit – the first in the Royal Borough since 2014.

Residents lined the streets on Tuesday morning as traditional military pageantry was rolled out, including the Royal Marines, the Royal Navy and the Royal Air Forces. A band was also present to perform during the procession.


Onlookers were able to see the King and President Macron in a ceremonial carriage before the official welcome at Windsor Castle.

Cookham Neighbourhood Plan referendum


A Referendum relating to the adoption of the Cookham Neighbourhood Plan will be held on Thursday 17 July 2025.


When voting in person, you will require a valid form of ID. To see which types of ID are valid or to get an ID for this Referendum visit: GOV.UK website


For more information, please visit our website

Braywick Nature Festival


Braywick Nature Festival is our annual celebration of nature across the borough, taking place from 28 July to 2 August.


Held at Braywick Nature Centre, we'll be hosting a week of inspiring sessions and activities with local experts, all culminating in a two-day showcase of nature-based family activities, stalls, food and live music.


Find out more on RBWM Together

Get moving at the Desborough Suite with Leisure Focus!


Have you signed up for the health, wellbeing and fitness classes in our Desborough Suite?


The sessions, which will be held on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, are hosted by Leisure Focus’ well-loved fitness practitioners. Activity will expand in the coming months, to offer a more enhanced fitness programme and the opportunity for greater daytime community use. 


To book your place, visit the Leisure Focus website

Come along to the job fair at Maidenhead Library


Join us and find your next role at Maidenhead Library on Tuesday 15 July, 10.30am to 12.30pm.


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


To see details on community events and volunteering opportunities in the borough visit: RBWM Together


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


  • 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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