There are lots of green-minded events and activities taking place throughout September - be sure to check back throughout the month as more are added to this page. For the most up-to-date timings and locations for the events you are interested in, please click the links.
Tuesday 2 September: Hive Meeting & Potluck Supper
Kingston Hive is run by a group of volunteers passionate about the community and the planet. Bring some food and join them for a meal and find out about their great work. Full details on the Kingston Hive website.
Wednesday 3 September: Rose Walk Rewilding
Conservation & Rewilding Day at Rose Gardens Local Nature Reserve on the River Hogsmill in Berrylands. Book a space on Eventbrite.
Wednesday 3 September: Eco grief circle
The climate and ecological crisis can feel overwhelming. This is a safe space to share difficult feelings with like-minded people. It can be very healing to realise you're not alone, and to be able to express fear, sadness and other emotions with others who understand. Book a space on the Kingston Hive website.
Thursday 4 September: Happy Kingston Collage at Tudor Drive Library
An afternoon of art and creativity, self-care, good vibes, mindfulness and connection with other like-minded individuals. Full details on the Kingston Hive website.
Friday 5 September: Wild Guardians Training Day
Join Citizen Zoo for a day of hands-on conservation training and become part of the Wild Guardians team, helping to rewild and restore Tolworth Court Farm. Whether you're new to conservation or already have some experience, have a passion for wildlife or community engagement, you're welcome! Full details available on Eventbrite.
Friday 5 September: RBKares Wellbeing Day
The RBKares team are holding their monthly Wellbeing Day at Queen Mary Hall in Cambridge Gardens. They'll be joined by Kingston Cycling Campaign who'll be on hand to give bikes some TLC.
Saturday 6 September: Repair Café Kingston
The Transition Town Kingston Repair Café aims to help upskill the community, keep repairable stuff out of the waste system, cut carbon emissions, and save you money - along with refreshments and chat. Get details on the TTK website.
Saturday 6 September: Promtastic
Join the Friends of Queen's Promenade volunteers as they officially open two new gardens. Visit their website for full details.
Sunday 7 September: Kingston Carnival Green Zone
This will be based in the grounds of All Saint’s Church with emphasis on sustainability, recycling and promoting sustainable transport. And with the best of intentions the Carnival itself is moving towards a green future using electric vehicles where possible and banning single use plastics. Find out more on the Kingston Race and Equalities Council website.
Sunday 7 September: Compost Workshop
Come along for a practical workshop on what to put on your compost heap and what not to, and learn how to help your compost heaps (and worms) to do their good work. Please wear sensible shoes and gardening gloves. Hosted by members of the Canbury Community Garden.
Tuesday 9 September: Dr Bike outside Guildhall in Kingston Town Centre
Experienced bike mechanics will be on hand to carry out a free Standard 'M' check of your bike. They can help fix a range of issues, including; adjusting brake levers, indexing gears and lubricating key mechanical parts. 11am to 3pm.
Wednesday 10 September: Habitats and Heritage Bat Walk
Join the H&H team for a bat walk in St Andrews Square in Surbiton. Learn about bats and their habitats, and use bat detectors to identify different species. 7pm to 9pm.
Friday 12 September: Kingston Hive Welcome Cafe
Start the weekend with a relaxed social visit to Kingston Hive. Pop in for a chat, or quiet time, free drinks and snacks. There will be a range of games, craft activities and a clothing repair station. Full details on the Kingston Hive website.
Saturday 13 September: Group Session at Kingston Orchard Project
Join the team for a great day out caring for the orchard trees and helping look after the site. Full information on Save The World's website.
Saturday 13 September: Scrunchie Making Workshop
An up-cycling workshop turning scraps of fabric into hair scrunchies. Choose your fabric and then learn how to make some basic embroidery to create a unique design on your scrunchie. You'll get help to sew it all together so that you leave with a completely one of a kind hair scrunchie to take home! Full details on the Kingston Hive website.
Saturday 13 September: Picnic and Wildflower Planting
Head to Alexandra Millenium Green to meet the Friends group, bring a picnic and help to plant some wildflowers. 10am to 4pm.
Tuesday 16 September: Energy advice drop-in at Hook Library
Pop by between 10.30 - 12.30 and speak with a member of the council’s Climate Action Team. They’ll be on hand to talk to you about the things you could do to improve your home and reduce your energy bills ahead of the winter months, as well as opportunities for funding.
Tuesday 16 September: Hive Meeting
Pop along to Kingston Hive to find out about their work, meet new people and get involved. Full details on the Kingston Hive website.
Tuesday 18 September: Dr Bike at the front of the Bentall Centre
Experienced bike mechanics will be on hand to carry out a free Standard 'M' check of your bike. They can help fix a range of issues, including; adjusting brake levers, indexing gears and lubricating key mechanical parts. 11am to 3pm.
Tuesday 18 September: Energy advice drop-in at Tolworth Library
Pop by between 10.30 - 12.30 and speak with a member of the council’s Climate Action Team. They’ll be on hand to talk to you about the things you could do to improve your home and reduce your energy bills ahead of the winter months, as well as opportunities for funding.
Saturday 20 September: Bitesize Efficient Homes Show
A free event where you can find out how to cut your energy bills, discover renewable technology and make your home more comfortable. It’s free to attend and full details can be found on Eventbrite.
Tuesday 20 September: Dr Bike at the Bitesize Efficient Homes Show
Experienced bike mechanics will be on hand to carry out a free Standard 'M' check of your bike. They can help fix a range of issues, including; adjusting brake levers, indexing gears and lubricating key mechanical parts.
Saturday 20 September: Fairfield Litter Pick
Join local litter heroes of all ages from 2pm to 3pm as they help to keep Fairfield Recreation Ground a lovely litter-free space for all. If you have your own litter-pickers and gloves, bring them along, otherwise there will be some to borrow.
Sunday 21 September: Kingston family-friendly autumn bike ride
Join KCC on the eve of World Car Free Day for our final fun-packed family-friendly ride of the year! Starting in Fairfield (meeting by the park pavilion, opposite The Albion pub), this easy-paced ride is designed with all ages and cycling abilities in mind. Find out more on the London Cycling Campaign website.
Sunday 21 September: Gardening Sunday at St Andrews Square
Meet your neighbours and take part in some planting, weeding, watering and pruning. All ages and abilities are welcome - tools will be provided by Glendale.
Monday 22 September: Dr Bike at Beeline Way, next to New Malden Station
Experienced bike mechanics will be on hand to carry out a free Standard 'M' check of your bike. They can help fix a range of issues, including; adjusting brake levers, indexing gears and lubricating key mechanical parts. 3.30pm to 6.30pm.
Monday 22 September: Energy advice drop-in at New Malden Library
Pop by between 10.30 - 12.30 and speak with a member of the council’s Climate Action Team. They’ll be on hand to talk to you about the things you could do to improve your home and reduce your energy bills ahead of the winter months, as well as opportunities for funding.
Monday 22 September: Energy advice drop-in at Surbiton Library
Pop by between 3pm - 5pm and speak with a member of the council’s Climate Action Team. They’ll be on hand to talk to you about the things you could do to improve your home and reduce your energy bills ahead of the winter months, as well as opportunities for funding.
Wednesday 24 September: Dr Bike at Surbiton Station
Experienced bike mechanics will be on hand to carry out a free Standard 'M' check of your bike. They can help fix a range of issues, including; adjusting brake levers, indexing gears and lubricating key mechanical parts. 3.30pm to 6.30pm.
Thursday 25 September: Happy Kingston Collage at Hook and Chessington Library
An afternoon of art and creativity, self-care, good vibes, mindfulness and connection with other like-minded individuals. Full details on the Kingston Hive website.
Saturday 27 September: Join us and Jam!
Join the Save The World Club team for jam making of both sweet and musical varieties. Visit their website to get jamming.
Saturday 27 September: Open Eco-House Weekend (Day 1)
Local residents who have improved the energy-efficiency of their homes and reduced their energy bills will open their homes to visitors interested in doing the same, answer their questions, and dispel some of the misinformation around. There are different types of homes to visit over the weekend. Visit the Transition Town Kingston website for full details.
Sunday 28 September: Open Eco-House Weekend (Day 2)
Local residents who have improved the energy-efficiency of their homes and reduced their energy bills will open their homes to visitors interested in doing the same, answer their questions, and dispel some of the misinformation around. There are different types of homes to visit over the weekend. Visit the Transition Town Kingston website for full details.
Sunday 28 September: Flower Arranging
Highly talented and gentle Larissa will share her skills and knowledge of flower arranging, enabling us to take some small posies home. Full details on the Kingston Hive website.
Monday 29 September: Dr Bike at Chessington North Parade
Experienced bike mechanics will be on hand to carry out a free Standard 'M' check of your bike. They can help fix a range of issues, including; adjusting brake levers, indexing gears and lubricating key mechanical parts. 3.30pm to 6.30pm.
Tuesday 30 September: Climate Collapse Conversation
A candid but supportive discussion about adaptation plans for Kingston. Danielle O'Shaughnessy, Director of Kingston Hive will lead discussion and share information about local adaptation plans, resilience programmes and what is happening in community organisations and the environmental movement in London and across the UK. Full details on the Kingston Hive website.
Tuesday 30 September: Green Drinks
Hosted by Transition Town Kingston for anyone who'd like to connect with other green-minded people and find out more about green groups and events in Kingston. 7.30pm, Spring Grove pub, Bloomfield Road, KT1 2SF. Look out for the Green Drinks sign on their table.
