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Crackdown on town centre fly-tipping


Our ‘cleaner greener safer’ task force has targeted Windsor town centre as part of the borough-wide crack down on fly-tipping and supporting the national Great British Spring Clean campaign.


Last week, councillors and contractors for street cleaning, waste and enforcement visited Windsor town centre to engage with residents and businesses directly and clear waste. They also cleaned up the town centre, picking litter and removing graffiti and fly-posting.


This follows the crackdown in Maidenhead town centre earlier this year, which has led to 11 fines being issued to residents and businesses. Fly-tipping is a serious criminal offence that risks a fine of £400, or up to £50,000 if prosecuted in court.


Read more in our press release

New round of Household Support Fund


We’ve launched the latest round of the Household Support Fund - providing one-off payments and food vouchers to those who are most in need.

 

Funding from the Department for Work and Pensions will be allocated by our partners including charities and community services on a first come, first served basis for local residents who are over 18 and facing financial hardship.

 

The fund is one of the many ways that residents can access support in the borough in different situations, that are outlined on our ‘Here to help’ pages

Council tax 2025/26


We've sent out annual council tax bills for 2025/26.

 

The easiest way to pay your council tax bill is to set up a Direct Debit, giving you the choice between two monthly payment dates and ensuring you never miss a payment.

 

You can learn more about how we calculate your bill, our budget and the support that is available to help you pay council tax by viewing our guide to council tax 2025/26

 

It is important you let us know as soon as possible if you are not able to pay, so that we can discuss the support and payment options available. Learn more using the links below:

 

Enhanced bus services


Enhanced local bus services have started as part of our new contracts awarded to Carousel Buses and Thames Valley Buses


Updates to the 13 routes that we support will improve the connections between our communities and boost access to health and leisure, schools, businesses and retail across the borough, following your feedback - encouraging more people to take the bus as part of a healthier lifestyle that protects the environment.


You can see the updated timetables and borough map on our bus routes page - and these are also available in your local library.

Opening times may change at pharmacies over Easter


If you need your local pharmacy for minor illnesses, remember opening times will vary on Good Friday, Easter Sunday, and Easter Monday.


Find out which ones nearest you are open, and when, on the NHS South East website 


For other medical advice and support, you also can visit NHS Frimley’s Health and Care’s website


Library opening hours 


  • Thursday 17 April - Normal opening hours
  • Good Friday 18 April – Closed
  • Saturday 19 April – Normal opening hours
  • Easter Sunday 20 April - Closed
  • Easter Monday 21 April – Closed 


No change to bin collections


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

 

If your bin is due to be collected on Good Friday or Easter Monday, 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

Reopening of Eton Wick Library


Join us on Saturday 12 April from 10am to 3pm to celebrate the reopening of Eton Wick Library


At 10.30am, the Mayor of Eton will be cutting the ribbon and officially welcoming the community back into the library.


Throughout the day there will be many activities for children, including a storytime by author Fiona Barker, snacks, balloons and much more.

The film industry lands in Windsor


Screen Berkshire is hosting a Lights! Camera! Business! event on 29 April at Windsor College. The event, held in partnership with the Royal Borough and Slough Borough Council, will have panel talks and networking opportunities with film and TV professionals.


Perfect for students, local businesses and other creatives, the day will be a chance to see what happens behind the screen, and how to get involved yourselves.


Book your place for free

Shape the design of Kidwells Skatepark


We're partnering with Maverick Skateparks to rejuvenate Kidwells Park with new ramps and features for skateboarders, scooters and BMX – and you can help design it.


Maverick has designed skateparks across the UK and their survey is now open for you to share your views and tell them what you'd like to be included. 


Complete the survey by Sunday 18 May.

Registrars bookings available up to the end of March 2027


Planning a wedding next year? Bookings are now open for Royal Borough Registrars for marriage or civil partnerships.


There is a range of approved venues you can choose to host your ceremony at, including the historic Windsor Guildhall.


The team can guide you through the process and help you have the ceremony of your dreams. Further information can be found 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


Here are some of the upcoming community events and volunteering opportunities in the Royal Borough: 


  • Can you find all 20 bunnies in Maidenhead? Join our Easter Egg Hunt with Waterside Quarter and Cocoba Chocolate Cafe' until 21 April for your chance to win a chocolate treat! Simply pick up your map at the Waterside Marketing Suite, Cocoba Chocolate Cafe', Maidenhead Library or the Nicholsons Shopping Centre to get started. For more information visit


  • Age Concern Windsor are hosting a Sunday lunch club on Sunday 13 April, 11.30am to 2.30pm at The Spencer Denney Centre, Windsor. A lovely three course roast dinner (charges apply) is served with plenty of time to chat. Don’t forget carers are welcome no matter their age or number. You can bring the family if you like. Booking is essential. For more information visit their website or email


  • The Arts Society Maidenhead would like to invite you to join them on Monday 14 April, 11.30am at the Braywick Leisure Centre for a lecture by Roger Askew entitled “The Enigma of Edward Elgar”. For more information email


  • Our Fascinating Moths. Come along on Tuesday 15 April, 7.30pm at Holy Trinity School, School Lane, Cookham SL6 9QJ to hear local expert, Les Finch, tell us all about our local 'Butterflies of the Night'. Learn about their fascinating lives, incredible variety and their habitat requirements, which will help our gardens to attract them. For more information visit their website or email


  • Come and visit the Chatty Cafe at Bisham Abbey, Marlow Road, Bisham, SL7 1RR. Tuesday 15 April, 11am to 12pm. Free to join. For more information call 07585 793069.


  • Come and celebrate Easter with St Mary’s Church, Maidenhead SL6 1YY. Services include Good Friday 18 April - 10am all-age service and 11am Walk of Witness. Join with other churches in a public procession through the town centre, singing hymns and listening to the Passion story. Starting at Providence Place, outside Sainsbury’s. For more information on the other services to be held over the weekend visit


  • Family Easter Journey at Kerith Community Church, Fairacres Industrial Estate, Windsor, Berkshire, SL4 4LE. A reflective and interactive experience, for ages young and old, to engage with the Easter Bible story on Friday 18 April, 3pm to 6pm. The event will include an Easter trail, followed by crafts and activities. Free drinks, refreshments and hot cross buns will also be available. Booking essential here


  • Easter Family Fun Day. Maidenhead Bridge Rotary's free fun day will be held on Saturday 19 April, 11am to 3pm at Grenfell Park. Prepare for an egg-citing adventure with an array of activities for the whole family! From egg hunts to face painting, fairground rides to delicious treats and lots of stalls, there's something for everyone. For more information visit


  • Bazaar & Coffee Morning at St Marks Crescent Methodist Church, Allenby Road, Maidenhead, SL6 5BQ. on Saturday 19 April, 10am to 11.30am. Stalls with many items for sale. Raffle with various prizes. Come along and enjoy meeting new friends in the community. All welcome - free entry. All proceeds go to St Marks Crescent Church Fund. For more information email


  • Discussion and ask questions with Maidenhead MP Joshua Reynolds on Eco-Action topics at the ECO Action Hub WAM Nicholson Centre Maidenhead. There will be other activities & services available in the Hub on Saturday 19 April, 10am to 12.30pm. For more information and to secure your place email


  • The Lions Club of Windsor are inviting all men over 40 for a free prostate cancer test at Ascot Racecourse on Saturday 26 April, where blood will be taken by professional nurses with the samples sent off for testing. Results are given confidentially by email within a week, flagging up any need for follow up action with your GP. Booking essential. For more information and to register visit


  • Interactive Open Day – rebound, arts, music and more! Community Lives provides welcoming and engaging space where you can meet new friends and take part in a diverse range of sensory, creative and physical activities tailored to your interests. Come along on Thursday 24 April, 10am to 3pm at Boyn Grove, 11 Courthouse Road, Maidenhead. For more information and book your place call 01628 685737 or email


Visit our RBWM Together page to see more volunteering opportunities in the borough.

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

 

  • A temporary road closure will be in place for a new main creation and connection for the entire length of Spring Hill, Maidenhead from 12pm Monday 14 April. It is anticipated that works will be completed by 12pm on Sunday 29 June.

 

  • The Maidenhead Easter 10 2025 road race will be held on Good Friday 18 April and there will be temporary road closures between 8.30am to 12pm on Butchers Lane, Bottle Lane, Westacott Way, Cherry Garden Lane, Broadmoor Road, Cannon Lane and Breadcroft Lane.


  • 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 end of July. The project is based on your feedback and is funded by Local Enterprise Partnership and the Community Infrastructure Levy.

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