Elmbridge news
 Elmbridge splash pads re-open for summer 2026
Families across Elmbridge can look forward to a summer of outdoor fun, as our splash pads re-open for the 2026 season this May.
Our popular water play facilities will be reopening at Hersham Recreation Ground and Churchfields Recreation Ground in Weybridge on Saturday 23 May until Wednesday 2 September 2026
Opening times:
- Monday to Saturday: 10am to 6pm
- Sundays: 10am to 5pm
 Pride Month talk: LGBTQ+ trailblazers
Discover the stories of extraordinary LGBTQ+ pioneers who have shaped local, national and global history at a special Royston Pike Lecture Series talk in Walton this June. Tickets are £4 and can be booked online at Riverhouse barn.
 Repair cafés in Elmbridge: fix, learn and reduce waste
Elmbridge has three friendly, volunteer‑run repair cafés in Oxshott, Thames Ditton and Walton, where skilled volunteers help repair everyday household items for free. They can also show you how to fix things. It’s a great way to save money, learn new skills and reduce waste by keeping items in use for longer.
 Tennis for everyone in Elmbridge parks
With the start of the tennis season, now is the perfect time to pick up a racket and head to your local park. Whether you’re looking for a relaxed hit with friends or a more competitive match, Elmbridge’s park tennis courts are ready for play. Discover 12 all-weather court sites, flexible passes, and year-round coaching opportunities across the borough.
 Free swimming for children in Elmbridge during May half-term
Following the success of the free swimming initiative in previous school holidays, we are pleased to share that free swimming at the Xcel Leisure is returning for May half-term.
Children who are eligible for free school meals will be entitled to free swimming sessions (swim and family fun sessions only) from Saturday 23 to Sunday 31 May 2026.
 We apologise for incorrectly issued parking fines and will refund customers
We apologise to residents because of a procedural error, some parking fines (Penalty Charge Notices – PCNs) were issued incorrectly in Elmbridge council car parks from 2020 onwards. We sincerely apologise for this mistake and want to reassure everyone affected that a clear refund process will be introduced so that fines issued incorrectly can be paid back.
Customers who received a parking fine may be eligible for a refund. The refund process will open in June and we will make it as simple as possible to seek a refund.
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