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Flagship facility for residents experiencing homelessness unveiled


A flagship housing facility has opened in Maidenhead this month, marking one of the most significant investments in homelessness support within the Royal Borough in recent years.


John West House in Maidenhead is set to support residents facing homelessness by providing high-quality emergency accommodation and nearby access to support services. 


Following a major refurbishment of a previously vacant site, John West House provides a seven-bed hostel for former rough sleepers, alongside twelve self-contained emergency accommodation units. Additionally, the facility includes dedicated office space and is located close to support services.
Read more on our website

Help design your play park adventures


Want to share your ideas on the new equipment and visual themes at the Vansittart, Boyne Grove and Grenfell play parks?


Our parks team will have stands in the three parks over half-term to gather your feedback:


Tuesday 26 May - Grenfell Park (10-4pm)

Wednesday 27 May - Vansittart Recreation Ground (10-4pm)

Thursday 28 May - Boyn Grove Park (10-4pm)


Our online survey on RBWM Together also runs until midnight on Sunday 7 June and we'd love to hear from residents of all ages.

Work begins at Clewer Memorial play park


Thanks to your feedback so far, work has started at the Clewer Memorial play park with Oaken Grove’s renovation due to start on 1 June.


Both will reopen in time for the summer holidays, ready to welcome families back to vibrant and modern spaces designed for exploration and fun.
Find out more

Key information for the

Bank Holiday


Bin collections from 6am



There are no changes to bin collections over the Bank Holiday - so please put your bin out on your usual day, even if it is Monday 25 May.


It's set to be hot next week, so our crews will be starting their collections slightly earlier from 6am, when it is cooler and to avoid working at the hottest part of the day. Please ensure your bin is out ready for the earlier collection next week

Pharmacies



Need expert support/medication for minor illnesses this Bank Holiday?


For other medical advice visit NHS Thames Valley’s website
See which local pharmacies are open

Keeping our green spaces clean


With the bank holiday bringing more people out to enjoy our parks and green spaces, we’re asking everyone to help keep the borough clean and tidy.


If you’re out and about, please take your litter home if bins are full and don’t leave rubbish beside or on top of bins. Where possible, recycle what you can.


A small effort from each of us makes a big difference in keeping our streets, parks and open spaces looking their best for everyone to enjoy.
Discover our parks and open spaces

Walk to School Week


Although we’re nearing the end of Walk to School Week, there are still plenty of ways to carry the message forward. 


Walking has fantastic benefits for both you and your child, from keeping healthy to boosting moods and behaviour. Additionally, it’s great for the environment by reducing vehicles and congestion on the road.
Find out more

Discover what's on in the borough


There are lots of ways to meet others, try something new, or give your time to local causes across the borough. Our Community Information Hub is a simple way to discover what’s happening near you.


If you’re interested in volunteering, our volunteering page brings together useful links to help you find opportunities across the borough.
Visit our Community Information Hub

Our consultations - have your say


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


Help shape our Play Parks Survey ends Sunday 7 June.


We will also have stands in parks during half term where you can talk to us, pick up a survey and find out more:



Tuesday 26 May - Grenfell Park (10-4pm)


Wednesday 27 May - Vansittart Recreation Ground (10-4pm)


Thursday 28 May - Boyn Grove Park (10-4pm)

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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