2023 Update

Yes we are back.

The new look RTVC is better than ever with new exhibitions, information, events and just the best place to socialise...

Come, visit and enjoy events, exhibitions and information at the only River Centre in London and the most picturesque destination in Richmond to meet, friends & family, business colleagurs, see our exhibitions and events, or just enjoy relaxing on the river - delicious food & drink is provided by Nyam Dis. (see cafe).

And Friday Club Night (FNC) is back on a Friday at 7pm. Coming along to FNC to make contact if you wish to volunteer, have a great ideas, wish discuss your chance to exhibit at the RTVC, or simply wish to meet the team.

See you soon.

Towards the new season

Please click Hours in the menu above to check our opening times to avoid disappointment.

Welcome to the RTVC - A pioneer in social enterprise

The River Thames Visitor Centre is a 'Social Enterprise' project which aims to provide a location on the River Thames for the benefit of the general public, to raise environmental awareness, support exhibitions & educational material and a waterside social gathering place for interested groups and people.

It also provides a base for its work on the protection and enhancement of Richmond upon Thames, the home for River User Group RUG for its work on the the Tidal Thames and the location for UKgenius, a social, environmental and economic innovation project, EcoSHEQ environmental consultants and The Institute of Life, providing training to help people be prepared for life. www.lifeism.uk

Please enjoy the use of this website and its information. As always we will be updating and developing additional features throughout the coming year.