Kingston Giving’s Christmas campaign to support local families
This Christmas, Kingston Giving is calling on local residents and businesses to support their Everyone Deserves a Better Christmas campaign to fund 20 community grants focused on strengthening family wellbeing….
Hook Park – 2,000 new homes on Green Belt
Many of you will be aware of the new proposals to create a development called Hook Park. 2,000 new homes and a new public park are proposed for Green Belt land, off Clayton Road. This would be a major development…
Christmas activities in and around Chessington
The festive season has arrived in Chessington, and there’s plenty of Christmas cheer to be found right here in our community. From local fairs and carol services to light displays and family fun, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Take…
Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMO) in Chessington
Local residents have expressed concerns to CDRA regarding the increase in Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) in Chessington. One specific case involves a former family home on Hook Road that has recently been converted into an HMO following a loft…
Chessington Memories on show at the Hook Centre
We’re delighted that residents’ memories of Chessington, collected to mark CDRA’s 50th anniversary, are now on show at the Hook Centre until the end of October. Huge thanks to Leon and Fran at Hook and Chessington Library for their support….
Repair, Reuse, Renew: Kingston’s Monthly Repair Café
Is something at home not working quite right? Instead of throwing it away, take it to Transition Town Kingston’s Repair Café. Held on the first Saturday of every month at Kingston Library (10:30am–1pm), volunteers offer free help to mend everyday…

