Richmond
Nub News
Home | News

White Cross punter arrives by canoe as river banks swell

Local News by The Editor 22nd Sep 2020  
Add as Preferred Source
Don't drink and paddle... well, maybe one is acceptable
Don't drink and paddle... well, maybe one is acceptable
White Cross employees were well prepared for the high tide
White Cross employees were well prepared for the high tide
There are worse places to be stuck!
There are worse places to be stuck!
Wellies were an essential item
Wellies were an essential item
The canoeist wades in
The canoeist wades in
advertisement

Many businesses would shut up shop if their premises flooded in such a way as the Thames did last weekend.

But not the White Cross. Its team donned Wellington boots and customers sat happily on the outdoor benches as staff waded through the water to deliver food and drinks.

The high tide even attracted a new type of punter to the pub on Richmond Riverside.

As the pub kept its gates open, in paddled a cheery canoeist and he smiled even wider when employees brought him a cold pint of Guinness.

The pub posted photos of the remarkable weekend on its Facebook page.

You can click through the carousel at the top of this page to see them.

Richmond Nub News on social media

Join the conversation on our Facebook page

Or send us a tweet and tell us your view.

We can also be found on Instagram and LinkedIn.

Download our Nub News App!

- It’s FREE and available now
- Breaking news notifications
- Your Town in Your Pocket
Apple Store Play Store

Download our Nub News App: - It’s FREE and available now
- Breaking news notifications
- Your Town in Your Pocket

Apple Store Play Store

     

The Ball is in your court. Our long-term GOAL
is to help our local community to grow.

On our part, we are making a connection between local news, local people and local businesses.
This connection is the key to community success.

Now the ball is in your court.
You can support us with a small payment or at least read us for free.
Take a shot yourself and then pass the ball to your friends!
Monthly supporters will enjoy:
Ad-free experience
advertisement

Share:

Prev

Campaign to tackle litter which costs £3million in Richmond a year

Next

Woman saved from jumping off Richmond Bridge

advertisement

Related Articles

Councillor Katie Mansfield (left) and Councillor Gareth Roberts (centre) heard from residents on its town centre plans on 5 November (credit: Nub News).
Residents voice fears over 'sacrificial lamb' traffic plans and high street decline at Richmond town centre meeting

17 minutes ago   |   

Richmond Council is pressing TfL for extra stops in Hampton and Hampton Hill along the SL7 route (credit: Jack's Transport Photos/ Wikimedia Commons).
TfL gave Richmond 'unfair deal' on bus route, says councillor

13th Nov 2026   |   

Latest Offers

BIG SALE!

Luxury Weather-Resistant PE Rattan 8-Seater Garden Sofa Set with Fire Pit Table
Now only £969
See Discount

SAVE BIG!

PRICE DROP! Summer Availability - Solway Holiday Park, Lake District Caravan Stay for 6-8: Two, Three or Four Night Stays - Full Leisure Facilities Access
Now only £99
See Discount

BIG SALE!

2 Course Dining with Prosecco for 2 at The Ragged Cot, Cotswolds
Now only £39
See Discount

Downdload our Nub News App:
- It’s FREE and available now
- Breaking news notifications
- Your Town in Your Pocket

Apple Store Play Store

We are using 🍪

Agree