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School children ride for free!


To kick off the school year, students across the borough will be able to travel on buses for free during the school week from Monday 8 September to Friday 12 September.


Whether it’s a journey to school, after-school clubs, or just heading home – step on board, and ride for free!


Students must be aged five to 16 and wearing their school uniform. Valid on participating operators within RBWM: First Bus, Reading Buses, Thames Valley Buses, and Carousel Buses.


Bus improvements from this Sunday


Minor improvements to some bus routes starting from Sunday 31 August to better serve residents’ needs, including changing the timetable and route in some cases. The new changes will result in a steadier timetable and include more buses on some routes to support increased usage by residents.


To check if your route has been amended, please visit Carousel Buses and Thames Valley Buses

Come along to the Merchant Navy flag-raising ceremony


Merchant Navy Day is held on 3 September each year to honour the brave men and women who kept the UK afloat during both World Wars, to promote greater awareness of the country’s maritime heritage and to highlight the country’s continued dependence on modern day merchant seafarers.  


Residents are invited to view the flag-raising ceremony at the Town Hall Memorial at 10am on Wednesday 3 September where the Mayor, Cllr Mandy Brar, will lead a short ceremony. Following the ceremony the Red Ensign will be raised. 

Have a newly spare room?



As young adults go off to university, you or someone you know may be left with more time - and space - to consider fostering.


Fostering can be a beautiful experience for both carer and child, and it often significantly improves a child's life.


If you are interested in fostering, or know somebody that might be, get in touch with the team at fosteringenquiries@achievingforchildren.org.uk or visit

Emergency Alert Test - Sunday 7 September


The UK government is testing the Emergency Alerts system on Sunday 7 September 2025 at 3pm. Compatible mobile phones and tablets will receive an alert, make a loud siren-like sound and vibrate. You will not need to take any action.

 

The Emergency Alerts system is used to warn if there’s a danger to life nearby, including extreme weather. Regular testing ensures the system is functioning correctly, should it need to be used in a life-threatening emergency. Find out more at gov.uk/alerts

Schools open for a new year

 

As summer winds down, students will be returning to school in the coming weeks.


Back-to-school dates will differ for students, depending on their year and school. Please check directly on the school's website for the most up-to-date information.

Come along to the job fair at Maidenhead Library


Join us and find your next role at Maidenhead Library on Tuesday 30 September, 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

New training system at Windsor Leisure Centre


A new, state-of-the-art training system has been installed at Windsor Leisure Centre. EGYM is a fully connected system designed for all members to enjoy smarter, safer and more motivating workouts.


Each member receives a health assessment and induction to create their unique EGYM profile and the machines automatically adjust to the user’s body, strength and goals.


Your training plans adapt as you progress, keeping workouts fresh and effective, with results shown through tools like BioAge to track improvements.


Find out more on the Windsor Leisure Centre website


Junior memberships now available


We're delighted to share that Leisure Focus have introduced new memberships and supervised sessions for 11 and 12 year olds, giving young people the chance to start their gym journeys.


These supervised sessions help juniors build confidence, learn correct technique, and develop healthy habits from an early age.


Find out more on the Leisure Focus website

Our consultations - have your say


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

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