About

SHRA

Purpose

SHRA is a voluntary association which functions according to the main goals in its Constitution. In summary:

To protect and enhance the amenities of the area;
To promote community spirit;
To monitor planning applications in order to preserve the character of the area;
To work with other organisations to achieve these objectives.

Area Map

The Strawberry Hill area is largely located in the South Twickenham Ward. It takes its name from Strawberry Hill House, the principal heritage asset of the area. There are 42 streets and closes in Strawberry Hill and the boundary line is shown on the map. See where your road is located within the Strawberry Hill area.

Committee

SHRA operates through an Annual General Meeting usually held in April when the Committee is elected. The Committee comprises four officers: Chair; Vice Chair; Honorary Secretary; and Honorary Treasurer; and 11 members who take on specific roles. You can view the SHRA Roll of Officers since 1965 here. You can see current vacancies on the Committee here. You can read the profiles of current Committee members by clicking the button below.

Meetings

The SHRA Committee operates through regular meetings every two months. Click here to read the minutes of previous meetings and see the annual calendar of meetings.

History

SHRA was founded in 1965 by a group of local residents who objected to a scheme to drive a major highway through the middle of Strawberry Hill. The initial meeting in St James’ Hall in Radnor Road, which over 300 people attended, set up the Strawberry Hill Residents’ Association. Read the brief history of SHRA written for the 60th anniversary year.

Funding & Subscriptions

All adult residents of Strawberry Hill are members of the Association. The work of SHRA is funded through subscriptions of £5-10 per household and donations. There are also supporters who actively assist in the work of SHRA, e.g. litter pickers, or, attend meetings. We are also grateful for business supporters who regularly sponsor our events. Find out how you can become a subscriber and supporter of SHRA.

Policies

SHRA like other voluntary associations has a series of policy statements which set out guidelines on how we operate. Currently these cover: code of conduct for Committee members; data protection; equal opportunities; and health and safety.