2018 Runnymede Rivers Celebration

Runnymede Borough Council is pleased to announce the 2018 Rivers Celebration, which aims to celebrate all things river related.

We will be working with partners to honour the rivers that run through our borough. There will be activities throughout the year showcasing the fantastic activities, sport and culture our community offers.

There will also be one-off events put on especially for the celebration.

From regattas to exhibitions and pond dipping to river walks – there will be something for everyone.

Email: communitydevelopment@runnymede.gov.uk

Telephone: 01932 425688

Take a look at the Runnymede Rivers and Waterways film

Throughout the Year

★ Saturday 27 March to Friday 28 September – Runnymede River Exhibition at Chertsey Museum.

Learn more about the hidden heritage and history of our waterways at the Runnymede River Exhibition: Tuesdays to Fridays 12.30pm to 4.30pm and Saturdays 11am to 4pm, until the 28th September 2018.

To find out more, visit chertseymuseum.org or call Chertsey Museum on 01932 565764

★ Every Sunday afternoon from the 1st April 2018 – FREE dinghy sailing taster sessions at Staines Sailing Club.

★ March to September – Runnymede on Thames Hotel Magna Carta 800th Anniversary Garden

by the River Thames, Windsor Road, Egham TW20 0AG open to visitors during the Runnymede Rivers Celebration.

May

★ Saturday, 26 May – Frogs Island Fair, 11am to 5pm at Pooley Green Recreation Ground

June

★ Saturday, 16 June – Magna Carta Day

In Egham High Street TW20 9HE, family entertainment and ‘A Year in the Life of Runnymede Rivers’ Film on the big screen.

July

★ Sunday, 1 July – Egham Regatta

Egham Regatta is one of the largest sporting events in Runnymede, attracting young rowers from across southern England.

★ Saturday, 14 July – Black Cherry Fair

With ‘A Year in the Life of Runnymede Rivers’ film. The Black Cherry Fair has grown into a much-loved tradition, it is held in Abbey Fields, St Ann’s Road, KT16 8AT in the heart of Chertsey. All council car parks are free on the day.

★ Saturday, 28 July – Chertsey and Shepperton Regatta.

Dumsey Meadow, Chertsey, TW17 9PB. Please visit their website for more details.

★ Tuesday, 31 July – Summer River Dipping at Chertsey Museum KT16 8AT

Join us for a family friendly event where you can grab a net and do some river dipping to see all the wriggly creatures living in the river! Times TBC.

August

★ Saturday, 11 August, and Sunday, 12 August – Chertsey Show

With ‘A Year in the Life of Runnymede Rivers’ film on the big screen Open from 8.30am to 5.30pm each day at the Show Ground, Mead Lane, Chertsey, Surrey, KT16 8LN. Meet the people and see livestock that bring the country to life.

★ Saturday, 25 August, and Sunday, 26 August – Egham Royal Show

With ‘A Year in the Life of Runnymede Rivers’ film on the big screen. The Egham Royal Show is an ever popular annual event that brings together diverse horticultural and agricultural themes to help celebrate and enjoy a key aspect of British history. The 160th Show will take place on Saturday 25 August 2018, from 10am to 6pm and Sunday, 26 August 2018, 10am to 5.30pm in Mrs Caddey’s Field, Whitehall Lane, Egham, TW20 9NW.

September

★ Saturday, 22 September – Wraysbury Skiff & Punting Club (WSPC) Regatta

★ Monday, 24 September – River Walk for Living Well Week

Starts at 10am at Manor Farm Centre TW20 9HR.