December will be upon us and people will be out making merry and why not? It is always good to be with friends and having a jolly time! But the street pastors will be out in force making sure trouble doesn’t show its face and to look after those who may have celebrated one glass […]

Praise God for a great team and a peaceful evening in Richmond with mild weather! There had been thoughts that we would be extremely busy as it was Fridy 13th but the pubs and clubs were not very busy we were able to chat with staff and people out and about. Lots of bottles and […]

After the sun has been shining all week the street pastors step out onto the street and the rain pours down. But never mind they heroically paced the streets. People greeted them like long lost friends, and they had lots of lovely conversations with all the friendly people around. Congratulations to Ellis the doorman at […]

We had a wonderful day at the Volunteers Fair. We had chats with many different people about what we do ‘on the streets’ of Richmond. We also met some people who were able to advise us on lots of important items as well. So it was a worthwhile event to attend. Many thanks to the […]

Street Pastors is a multi church initiative across the Richmond Borough. Christians providing a real response to real issues on the street. To be a visible presence of peace, kindness and Christ’s love on the streets of our town, offering reassurance and help to anyone who has need. Street pastors are trained volunteers from local […]

To all Christians in the borough of Richmond upon Thames who are friendly and chatty with a desire to encourage others from all walks of the community and able to volunteer one or even two evenings per month we would love to hear from you. We believe you may have a personality that will go […]

Friday night was a little on the cold side for the street pastors as they took their usual route round Richmond. It was an interesting evening with lots of groups of young people who were having an enjoyable evening and were happy to have conversations with the Street Pastors who they consider to be there […]

Friday night was a cold, quiet night. Even the clubs were quiet and eventually closed a little earlier than usual. But, strange tho’ it may seem lots of lollies were handed out! We heard good news – E….. had just handed in his final submission for his part time degree. We will be praying that […]

On Monday 25th March 2019 a debate took place in the House of Commons concerning knife crime. The MP Cernon Coaker (Labour Gedling) made the following statement:- “when I was the Policing Minister, the most effective people on the street, alongside police officers were street pastors and particularly the old ones …..” At Richmond Street […]

Richmond Street Pastors is an inter-denominational Church response to urban problems, engaging with people on the streets to care, listen and dialogue. Interested in findingout more? Contact Enid at Richmond@streetpastors.org.uk