Community & Hospital News
NHS developments, local healthcare, community initiatives, hospital updates
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NPL Choir Brings Joy to Teddington Memorial Hospital
On Friday 17 July, the halls of Teddington Memorial Hospital were filled with music, warmth and smiles as the National Physical Laboratory (NPL) Choir, based in Teddington, gave a special concert for patients and staff. The performance in partnership with NPL, was organised by the…
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Neighbourhood Health Services: Reimagining Community Care
Presentation from Dr Justin Woolley, Chair of the Richmond General Practice Alliance on Neighbourhood Health Services to The League of Friends, Teddington Memorial Hospital AGM, June 2026. The NHS is once again entering a period of significant structural reform. At the Annual General Meeting of…
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Discover How Richmond’s New Neighbourhood Working Will Change Local Care
The League of Friends of Teddington Memorial Hospital is delighted to invite members, volunteers, local residents and supporters to its Annual General Meeting and Drinks Reception, with the theme of Neighbourhood Working, on Tuesday 16 June 2026 at 7.30pm at the Peter & Paul Centre,…
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Local businesses Bring Christmas Joy to Teddington Memorial Hospital
This Christmas, Teddington Memorial Hospital has felt the warmth and generosity of our local community thanks to a wonderful donation of Christmas gifts from employees at NPL, Handlesbanken and Savills. Teddington Memorial Hospital at Christmas Hospitals can feel very different at Christmas. While many people…
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Honouring Remembrance at Teddington Memorial Hospital
Yesterday, a moving Remembrance service took place at the war memorial outside Teddington Memorial Hospital. Members of the local community, staff, volunteers, and patients gathered together to remember and honour those who served their country and gave their lives in times of war and conflict.…
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Honouring Remembrance with RBL at Teddington Memorial Hospital
Yesterday, a moving Remembrance service took place at the war memorial outside Teddington Memorial Hospital, organised by the Royal British Legion (RBL). Members of the local community, staff, volunteers, and patients gathered together to remember and honour those who served their country and gave their…
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New Community Fitness Partnership empowers local Mencap Members at Cambrian Community Centre gym: supported by The League of Friends
Thanks to funding from the League of Friends, a new and inspiring community fitness partnership is helping people with learning disabilities improve their health and confidence through exercise. Cambrian Community Centre Gym and Richmond Mencap The Cambrain Community Centre Gym has partnered with Richmond Mencap…
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A Glimpse Behind Closed Doors: Our Day at the NPL Bushy House Garden Party
In September, we were delighted to participate in the NPL Bushy House Garden Party, a wonderful celebration of 125 years of NPL that offered visitors a rare insight into the history and heritage of the National Physical Laboratory. It was a privilege to host a…
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Announcing ‘Pain Clinic’ Naming and Art Competition Winners
We are delighted to announce the Pain Clinic Naming and Art Competition winners, a celebration of creativity and community. In 2024, the League of Friends of Teddington Memorial Hospital invited local primary school children to get creative in a special competition. Their mission? To come…
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Age UK Richmond invites you to take part in their Writing Challenge
Everyone has a story… or two; share one of yours with Age UK Richmond’s Writing Challenge. We thought The League of Friends supporters may be interested in this Writing Challenge. Inspired by your own life, write about “A memorable moment, event or day” Age UK…