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Remembrance Sunday
Residents are invited to attend Remembrance Day Services taking place this Sunday 10 November in Windsor and Maidenhead, to honour those who have served and sacrificed for our freedom in conflicts around the world.
On 10 November we'll hold services from 10.50am at the War Memorial outside the Town Hall in Maidenhead, and at the War Memorial outside the Parish Church of St John the Baptist in Windsor and observe a two-minute-silence at 11am.
The events will be followed by church services at St Mary’s Borough Church in Maidenhead and the Parish Church of St John the Baptist in Windsor.
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Support for men affected by domestic abuse
We’re supporting ManKind Initiative to raise awareness of the support that is available to male victims of domestic abuse.
Domestic abuse affects people of every sex, age and background. Research suggests that one in every six to men will become a victim of domestic abuse and controlling and coercive behaviour at some point in their lifetime.
You are not alone. Support for men is available from The DASH Charity by visiting their website or calling 01753 549865 (9.30am-3.30pm Monday to Thursdays, 9.30am to 12pm Fridays).
You can learn more about the ManKind Iniative, including their helpline details, at mankind.org.uk
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Visit Windsor Castle this Winter
We have worked with Royal Collection Trust to agree a new offer for residents visiting Windsor Castle with an Advantage Card, in addition to Royal Collection Trust's new scheme of £1 tickets for residents receiving Universal Credit, Pension Credit and other named benefits.
The new Advantage Card offer from the Trust will come into effect on 1 January after their updated tickets prices for 2025 were published this week. It includes:
- 50% off for single visitors
- 50% off for disabled visitors
- 50% off the ticket price for young people aged 18–24 years
- 50% off for children over five, up to 17 years (Under-fives go free)
- For one adult Advantage Card holder, one child can visit for free on production of the child's card. An additional discount of 50% off the child’s ticket price will be available on production of the child’s card for all other children.
All offers are valid on production of an in-date Card. For the first time, all tickets booked with the Advantage Card then be converted into a One-Year Pass in 2025 - meaning you can visit as many times as you like within a year of your first visit.
The council is also working with the Trust to develop additional initiatives that will deliver a combination of free and increased access for children in care, care leavers and foster families, alongside their existing access schemes for community organisations and schools.
Book your visit now
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Join us for our magical lights switch-on events
Magical lights switch-on events in Eton, Windsor and Maidenhead will take place from next week as we celebrate the start of the festive season in the Royal Borough.
You can see Eton’s lights switch-on in the High Street on Thursday 14 November, with food stalls, funfair rides, music and dancing starting at 5pm.
Windsor’s switch-on will then take place against the majestic backdrop of Windsor Castle at Castle Hill from 11am on Saturday 16 November, with a full programme of live festive performances from local groups on our community stage, and a special appearance by the cast members from this year’s Theatre Royal Windsor performance of Dick Whittington.
Maidenhead’s lights switch-on will take place from 11am on Saturday 23 November, including a full day of fun and events and a spectacular fireworks display for all to enjoy.
You can the details of these and other events in our official guide to events and activities taking place in the Royal Borough this festive season
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Your invitation to the Mayor's Charity Dinner
The Mayor, Councillor Simon Bond, invites you to join him for an early Christmas celebration in aid of The Baby Bank from 7pm on Friday 6 December in the Windsor Guildhall.
Tickets cost £70 and are available on a first-come, first- served basis until midday on Thursday 28 November, or sooner if all tickets are sold. All profits will be donated to The Baby Bank.
Apply for your tickets now
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Adult Social Care services in 'Strong position for the future'
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has published their report into the adult social care services we provide, following an inspection earlier this year.
The report shows that the service has been scored one point away from a ‘Good’ rating – with plans already in place to address shortfalls and put the council in a strong position for the future.
Read our news story
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Children invited to join celebrations for the King's birthday
Children of the Royal Borough are invited to help wish His Majesty The King a happy birthday, by taking part in the traditional 21-gun salute outside Windsor Castle on Thursday 14 November.
The council will be celebrating His Majesty’s 76th birthday at noon, with the annual firing of 21 mini cannons on The Long Walk, near the Brook Street entrance, with the special tribute led by the Mayor, Councillor Simon Bond.
As usual, a handful of lucky children attending the ceremony will be chosen at random to support the event, under the safe supervision of an ordnance expert.
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Our consultations - have your say
We regularly hold consultations and surveys to get your views on proposals within the Royal Borough.
Our current consultations are about:
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Community Spotlight
Here are just some of the upcoming community events and volunteering opportunities in the Royal Borough:
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Are you a trades-person who could give a little time to a local wildlife charity? Swan Lifeline is looking for a Volunteer Electrician and also someone with good general building / DIY skills for practical jobs at their magical island rescue centre in Eton. Please call Julian on 07824310745 or email
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Community food share event: Hope Church in Sunningdale receives donations of food that is at the end of its shelf life, that would otherwise be thrown away, and shares this food with the local community every Tuesday from 12pm to 1pm. Anyone is welcome to come and fill a bag. Email for more information
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Maidenhead Street Angels are looking for more adults to join their teams of volunteers who patrol Maidenhead town centre every Saturday, and occasionally on Friday nights. They help to look out for people who are vulnerable and offer non-judgemental support with a friendly smile. See more information
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Bray and Holyport Senior Citizen's Club will take place on Wednesday 11 November, from 2pm to 4pm in Bray Village Hall. Join them for entertainment followed by sandwiches, cake and cups of tea. All welcome. Call Lynn on 07966 906092
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Braywood Memorial Hall Trust will be holding a Christmas Fair from 1pm to 4pm on Sunday 17 November at Braywood Memorial Hall. Entry is free and tea and cakes will be available.
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Maidenhead Civic Society's 64th Annual General Meeting will take place on Tuesday 19 November, from 7.45pm at High Street Methodist Church, Maidenhead. The guest speaker will be Orla Gallagher, CEO of Housing Solutions who will be speaking about current challenges and opportunities in the social housing sector. Non-members are welcome to attend.
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The 'ADS' Santa Fun Run will take place from 10.30am to 2pm on Sunday 24 November at Eton Dorney Lake. Organised by local charity Alzheimers Dementia Suport, the Fun Run is a festive family 5km walk, push, jog, run across the lake dressed in Santa suits (provided for free with registration) or a Christmas outfit of your choice. Visit their website to register
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All Saints Church will be hosting a Christmas Market on Saturday 30 November at Boyn Hill Road, Maidenhead. For more information and details of how to apply for a stall, email Stella Harding
Do you have an upcoming not-for-profit community event or appeal for volunteers you’d like us to share? Send a short summary including key dates and a link to communications@rbwm.gov.uk and it could be shared with more than 21,000 local residents.
To see further volunteering opportunities in the borough, or for another way for community organisations to promote volunteering opportunities, please visit RBWM Together
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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
- Temporary road closures will be in place during Remembrance Parades across the borough on the morning of Sunday 10 November. See more details on the One Network website
- Temporary road closures will take place in Windsor town centre at various times between 12pm and 7pm on 16 November to facilitate the annual Lantern Procession and prepare for the Christmas Light Switch-On 2024. See more details on the One Network website
- There will be a road closure at the junction St Lukes Road and the A308 Craufurd Rise from 18 November to 29 November, and continuing at the junction of Cordwallis Road, St Lukes Road and the B4447 Cookham Road until 14 Nov 2024. The works are part of highway improvements being made in the Norfolk Park area to improve road safety based on your feedback
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The B4447 Maidenhead Road between its junctions with Whyteladyes Lane and Lightlands Lane will be closed between 10pm and 6am from Monday 18 November until Wednesday 20 November to carry out a structural survey of the railway bridge
- There will be a partial road closure from the junction of Lock Lane and Wessex Way in Maidenhead from midnight on 19 November to 10 December to carry out essential repairs
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