Kingston Council is celebrating Sustainable September this month with a series of events in and around Kingston.

All month: Community Brain Walking Routes

Explore the local area by walking routes which have been created and recommended by members of the local community.

The routes highlight many of the borough's beautiful local nature reserves and parks, alongside community spaces. 

Visit the  Community Brain's website to explore the routes.

Today, 10 September: Saving waste, money and the environment workshop for businesses - Surbiton (2.30pm-3.30pm)

Today, Kingston Council welcomed locals for a free workshop to find out how to save resources and money and get the latest information on new waste and recycling legislation coming in for all businesses for 2025.

Attendees were able to find out about joint procurement, single use plastics, food waste and safety, fly-tipping and more.

The event included a 20-minute talk by an expert, followed by an optional Q&A. 

Today, 10 September: Dr Bike at Guildhall 2, High Street, KT1 1EU (12pm-3pm) 

The Council has also held an event today where Mechanics were on hand to carry out free bike checks, fixing a range of issues, including adjusting brake levers, indexing gears and lubricating key mechanical parts.

It was joined by The Police who security marked attendees' bikes for free.

There'll be more dates for this event later in the month and in October, for which you can find out here.

Today, 10 September: THINK GREEN - Harnessing the power of a Green Economy and New Technologies

Kingston Council, in partnership with Kingston Chamber of Commerce, has invited all businesses in and around the borough to join their Roundtable Discussion aiming to help businesses understand the opportunities created from transition to a green economy. 

The event will run from 4.30pm-6pm.

Find out more and book your free tickets on Eventbrite.

14 September: Edith Gardens Community Open Day (11am-2pm)

Join the Citizen Zoon team and celebrate the reopening of Edith Gardens Local Nature Reserve.

All are welcome to a special day focused on community wellbeing and rewilding. 

Find out more and book your ticket here.

14 September: NatureFest at Manor Park

Join the Friends of Manor Park for a fun day of family-friendly activities. 

Email [email protected] for more information. 

19 September: Nature friendly dog walk at Tolworth Court Farm Fields (12pm-1pm)

Tolworth Court Farm Fields (Credit: Keith Beaney via Google)

Join CitizenZoo for a dog-friendly wildlife walk where you'll learn all about the local history and ecology of Tolworth Court Farm Fields and the many wild species found there.

Take the opportunity to exercise your dog(s), meet like-minded people and learn how, as dog owners and walkers.

You can take steps to protect wildlife while enjoying the outdoors with your pets. 

Save a space on Eventbrite.

20 September: Reusable nappy event (10am-11.30am)

There'll be a demonstration, reusable nappy stall, baby clothing give-and-take stall and residents will be able to claim their £50 vouchers to purchase on reusable nappies.

Book your tickets here. 

The event will be held at Kingston Town Children's Centre, Villiers Road, Kingston, KT1 3AR.

21 September: The Great Fairfield Litter Pick (2pm-3pm)

Fairfield South (Credit: Mark Fosh via Google)

Join local litter heroes of all ages on World Cleanup Day weekend as they strive to make Fairfield Recreation Ground plus the Children's Playground lovely and clean for everyone to enjoy.

Email [email protected] for more information 

22 September: Composting workshop at Canbury Community Garden (12pm-1pm)

Canbury Community Garden (Credit: Jeff Benjamin via Google)

Composting is an environmentally friendly way of recycling your kitchen scraps and garden waste and an inexpensive way to provide nutrient-rich compost for your garden.

Find out how to get started by spending an hour with people in-the-know!

23 September: Energy saving workshop for businesses - Kingston (2.30pm-3.30pm)

If you run or work for a local business, join Kingston Council for this session delivered in collaboration with experts, CREW.

CREW equip you with the knowledge and tools to make your business more energy-efficient while helping to tackle climate change.

The event will consist of a 20-minute talk by an expert, followed by an optional Q&A.

Get the location when you book your free tickets.

25 September: The Happy Kingston Directory (4pm -7pm)

This imaginary directory is a take on a Yellow Pages, where you'll conjure up ideas for what future businesses and services you want to have in a happy Kingston. 

Using drawing, collage, and some simple warm-up exercises, you'll explore what's working or not working for you in today's world.

"What do you want more of or less of and what do you actually need?" Kingston Council asks.

28 September: Ai4Fibres garment recycling demonstration, Ancient Market Place, Kingston upon Thames KT1 1JT (time tbc)

Kingston Ancient Market Place (Credit: Estepona Jenifer via Google)

Ai4Fibres, developed by KAPDAA, a local sustainable company, offers a portable AI-driven recycling solution for unwanted garments.

This initiative showcases how advanced technology can efficiently sort and recycle textiles, providing a simple, eco-friendly way for the community to reduce waste.

29 September: Jumble Trail on the Sunray Estate at KT5 9** (just off Tolworth roundabout) (12pm - 4pm)

Join the community Jumble Trail at the Sunray Estate and the surrounding area to find hidden gems that are looking for a new home.

These could be clothing, gadgets, appliances, food & drink, jewellery and more.

 If anyone wants to be added to the map, message Samiye on 07513934379.

To be confirmed

Energy saving workshop for businesses - at the Lamb pub in Surbiton

The Lamb Pub in Surbiton (Credit: Mark B via Google)

If you run or work for a local business, join us for this session delivered in collaboration with experts, CREW.

They'll equip you with the knowledge and tools to make your business more energy-efficient while helping to tackle climate change.

This session was postponed at the start of the month, so Kingston Council are working to find an alternative date.

Family Day at Tolworth Court Farm Fields

The council is holding a family fun day at Tolworth Court Farm Fields to explore the beautiful nature reserve, hear about its future, and take part in child-friendly craft activities.

This event was postponed due to weather – Kingston Council will update when a new date has been confirmed.