Reduce waste events in Feltham
 Free events to help residents reuse, repair and recycle items will take place in Feltham on Saturday, 17 October.
Join the Pop-Up Tips at Dunmow Close, Oriel Estate, TW13 6YD, where unwanted household items can be recycled, repaired, donated or disposed of responsibly. Each household can bring up to six items between 10am and 4pm
You can also book a place at the Repair Cafe at Cresswell Road, TW13 6YQ between 12pm and 4pm. Participants can bring one item from each of the categories - small electrical items, bicycles, clothing and devices. The team will access and mend items where possible.
School census
 This October, schools across Hounslow will be completing the annual School Census and are being asked to identify Previously Looked After Children (PLAC) and those living in Kinship Care arrangements. The deadline to update this information is Wednesday, 28 October 2026. If this applies to your child, please inform their school before the deadline.
PLAC is a child who was previously in the care of a local authority and left care through:
- An Adoption Order
- Special Guardianship Order (SGO)
- Child Arrangements Order (CAO)
- Adoption from state care outside England or Wales
Kinship Care is when a child is raised by a relative, family friend, or another person with whom they have an existing close relationship because their parents are unable to care for them. These can be a formal/legal arrangement or informal where a child lives with family/friends without local authority involvement.
Collecting this information will help schools and support services better understand children's circumstances and ensure they receive the support they require.
Hounslow Lights in Lampton Park
 Hounslow Lights turns five this year. Join us at Lampton Park, TW3 4DJ, on Saturday, 31 October from 4pm to 9pm. Celebrate the season with a mega-funfair, treats from local food vendors, arts and crafts, such as diya painting, pumpkin and lantern making, and more.
The fireworks display starts at 7pm, so be sure to arrive early.
Free entry. Everyone is welcome.
Free vaccinations in Heston
 The Council’s Health Outreach Team (HOT) will be at Heston Leisure Centre tomorrow (Saturday, 17 October) giving free health MOTs in the HOT bus. You don’t need to book, just turn up on the day and the friendly team will do the rest.
It’s also a chance to get free Covid-19 and flu vaccines if you're eligible. Don’t forget to bring your NHS number along if you wish to be vaccinated. HOT will also be offering vaccinations across the borough in the coming weeks.
Meet the team on:
- Saturday, 17 October: Heston Leisure Centre, 10am to 3pm
- Saturday 24 October: Tesco Isleworth, 10am to 3pm
- Friday 30 October: Tesco Feltham, 10am to 3pm
- Saturday 31 October: Chiswick Sainsburys, 10am to 3pm
You can see future opportunities to meet HOT and get free vaccines on the Council’s website. Dates will be updated regularly when confirmed, so please keep checking in to see what’s coming up near you.
 L-R: Regina (right) and Michel at Chiswick Cinema Carer Cafe.
Regina has devoted more than 30 years to providing exceptional unpaid care for her husband Michel, supporting him through multiple serious health conditions, life-threatening emergencies and complex medical needs.
She tirelessly manages every aspect of his care, including coordinating with healthcare professionals, administering medications, preparing specialist meals, attending appointments and managing household and financial responsibilities.
Carers like Regina can get support at the following events:
Carer Cafes
- Monday, 19 October - Hounslow House (6th Floor), 7 Bath Road, Hounslow, TW3 3EB, 1pm to 3pm
- Wednesday, 28 October - Bristol Court, United Drive, Feltham, TW14 9AG, 2pm to 4pm
Carers Rights Day event
- Saturday, 21 November – Hounslow House, 7 Bath Road, Hounslow, TW3 3EB, 11am to 3pm
Ready to explore the borough on two wheels?
 Join the monthly Hop on Hounslow-led cycle rides. They can help you, your family and friends get outdoors, build cycling confidence and discover the local area with a friendly group.
All abilities are welcome. Book your place for one of the dates on Saturday, 17 October or Saturday, 24 October.
Wellness event at Holy Trinity Church
There will be a wellness event at Holy Trinity Church, Hounslow on Tuesday, 3 November from 11am to 2pm. Head down for free refreshments and a range of health and wellbeing activities including Otago, a cook and eat session, drawing for wellbeing and more.
The event is part of Five Ways to Wellbeing, which returns in November. At the event you’ll be able to pick up postcards from Lampton Leisure to claim a free seven-day gym pass that they are once again offering this year.
You can also pre-register for the pass, which you can use from Monday, 16 November to Sunday, 22 November, by clicking the button below.
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Advance for Growth: one week left to enter
 There is just one week left for local start-ups and SMEs to enter the Advance for Growth competition and win a major digital advertising package.
The Council is committed to delivering growth that benefits everyone in the borough, supporting businesses to expand and share in the success of a strong economy.
Check the entry criteria and submit your application before 5pm on Friday, 23 October 2026.
Safe in Hounslow
 Join us on Wednesday, 18 November for Safe in Hounslow, a free community event bringing together local organisations, Council services and community partners.
Access advice on everyday safeguarding, whether that’s your finances or personal relationships. Among our special guests are Barclays Bank (frauds and scams), Crosslight (personal debt) and Shewise (relationships).
Visitors can also learn more about making better choices and a collective responsibility around local adult safeguarding in line with this year’s Safeguarding Adults Week theme - Every Voice. Every Choice.
Help shape support in voluntary sector
The Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise (VCSE) Sector Needs Analysis survey invites charities, community groups, faith organisations and social enterprises working in Hounslow to share their views.
The findings will help share future support and build a better understanding of the important role VCSE organisations play across the borough
Take 15 to 20 minutes to complete the survey by Monday, 30 November 2026. Organisations that complete the survey can opt into a prize draw.
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