With all ‘out and about’ activities suspended because of the Coronavirus Pandemic, here is a wonderful chance for one lucky RTS member to own a unique wooden table 'The Silver River' featuring the River Thames in silver leaf and for all those who buy tickets to help an important River Thames charity.
About the table
Mike Orme has carved the river from source to sea in this beautiful table of Sheesham wood, illuminated in silver leaf, 1400 mm long, 465 mm wide and 455 mm high.
Events Diary
Members may attend events in all branches
Wednesday October 14th 2026 - Upper Thames Branch
Talk at 7pm on the Thames Path by Wendy Tobitt and Robert Seatter
St, James Church Centre, Beauchamp Lane, Cowley, Oxford OX4 3LF
Enquiries to Abi Reynolds
Wednesday October 21st 2026 - Middle Thames Branch
Leander Club, Henley-on-Thames
Talk by Iain Tolhurst on The Birth of Nadia
with optional lunch
Enquiries to Caroline Soper
Friday October 23rd 2926 - Teddington to Old Windsor Branch
Talk 'Canaletto along the The Thames.' Presented by Nick Pollard at St. James' Parish Church Hall, Weybridge, KT13 8DN. 7.30pm start. £5.00 members £6.00 non members
Tuesday October 27th 2026 - Upper Thames Branch
Monthly lunch 1pm at the May Bush, Newbridge
Enquiries and bookings to Abi Reynolds
Tuesday October 27th 2026 - Upper Tideway Branch
At 6.30pm Talk by Richard Mayon White on his latest book 'Exploring the Thames' Rivers and Streams', a comprehensive guide to the river and its tributaries, identifying scenic spots and 50 of the best riverside walks. Each chapter features beautiful photography and informative maps,making it a valuable resource for those wishing to explore the natural beauty of the Thames Valley. This is a joint event with the Chiswick Pier Trust.
For those wishing to attend the joint talk with Chiswick Pier Trust on 27th October -
1 Go to the Chiswick Pier Trust Website – Chiswickpier.org.uk
2 Hover over “What’s On” and select events
3 Click on “Talk: Exploring the Thames Tributaries”
4 Click on the Booking link, then click on “Select Tickets”
5 Add the number of seats you want in the row “RTS Membership Number” and click continue
6 You will be asked for your name and email address and will receive an order confirmation email.
Richard will be signing and selling books so please bring cash if you want to buy one. Venue: the Pier House Corney Reach Way, London EC4 2UG.
Enquiries John Maguire
Sunday November 1st 2026 - Teddington to Old Windsor Branch
Pub lunch at The Three Horseshoes, Laleham, TW18 1SE, Meet-up at 12 noon
Pre book with Jackie Lambert H. 01483 770964 M. 07894 452330
Saturday November 7th 2026 - Middle Thames Branch
Autumn walk near Windsor & Eton
Enquiries to Caroline Soper
Tuesday November 10th 2026 - Central Tideway & Estuary Branch
Walk from Three Mills along the Bow Back Rivers (with lunch at a suitable venue)
Meet at 11.30am outside Bromley-by-Bow underground station. No need to book.
Enquiries to Nick Bourne,
Wednesday November 18th 2026 - Upper Thames Branch
Monthly lunch 1pm at the George Dorchester on Thames
Enquiries and bookings to Abi Reynolds
Saturday December 5th 2026 - Upper Thames Branch
Christmas lunch 12.30pm for 1pm venue tbc
Enquiries and bookings to Abi Reynolds
Saturday December 5th or Sunday December 6th 2026 - Middle Thames Branch
Christmas lunch details to be confirmed
Enquiries to Caroline Soper
Wednesday December 9th 2026 - Upper Tideway Branch
7pm Upper Tideway Branch Christmas Drinks at the Rose of York, Petersham Road, Richmond TW19 6UY Enquiries John Maguire
Sunday December 13th 2026 - Teddington to Old Windsor Branch
Pub lunch at The White Hart, New Haw, Addlestone, KT15 2DS. Meet at 12 noon.
Pre book with Jackie Lambert H. 01483 770964 M. 07894 452330
Sunday January 3rd 2027 - Teddington to Old Windsor Branch
Pub lunch at The Old Crown, Weybridge, KT13 8LP. Meet at 12