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When you arrive at Kew Gardens station, you are greeted with one of the most attractive shopping areas in London. A wide range of independent shops, restaurants and cafés sit in the heart of the village, providing a wonderful selection of unusual gifts and culinary delights.
Kew Green is a traditional village green near the River Thames. The impressive building of St Anne’s Church dominates the green and is the burial place of several artists and important botanists including Thomas Gainsborough.
A lovely tranquil walk along the Thames towpath can be taken by heading downstream towards Mortlake, passing behind The National Archives.
At Kew Gardens Pier you can catch a river bus or a tourist ferry and be taken slowly up the Thames in much the same way that the Royal visitors to Kew travelled.
Kew is world famous for the Royal Botanic Gardens, where 300 acres (120ha) of land and splendid glasshouses contain over 40,000 species of plant life and 9,000 trees.
All the information and more can be found in the Kew Society Map. Hard copies of the map are available in our VisitRichmond Information Kiosk located in Richmond station and local shops and businesses in Kew village & Kew station.
Highlights: Kew Gardens, Kew Palace and The National Archives; traditional Kew Fete; Kew Sparkle Christmas evening, Kew Horticultural Society Show, farmer's and independent trader's market first Sunday of the month.
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In this paralympic year and ahead of Disability History Month (14 November – 20 December), connect with the voices and experiences of disabled people that can be found in all kinds of unexpected records from across the centuries.
Meet our…
Kew
Join historian Nick Barratt to explore how Henry II and the next two generations of his family governed England, first as a rulers of a remote territory on the edge of their continental lands, and then as resident kings of England for the first time…
The Avenue, Kew
Muir is a photographer based in London and Edinburgh. His work has appeared in some of the world's most highly respected publications, including Vogue, The New York Times Magazine, The Sunday Times Magazine, Time and Stern. Many of his photographs…
Kew
The Jews of medieval Europe were a distinct people yet also deeply rooted in their local and urban communities. There was a great deal of mutual influence and interaction between these communities and their neighbours, as well as moment of crisis…
Kew
100 years of hand-drawn animation come to life with live scores and sound FX created by a family pop-up orchestra lead by The Enchanted Cinema, featuring My Neighbour Totoro, The Adventures of Prince Achmed and The Illusionist.
Professional…
Kew
In 1141, after King Stephen’s capture at the Battle of Lincoln, England found itself in a unique place in its history: the Empress Matilda and Queen Matilda waged war against each other trying to gain, hold or maintain the English throne. Explore…
Kew
Join one of our expert guides on a winter walking tour and experience the wonder of Kew during the winter season.
Discover Kew's winter highlights on this free walking tour.
The Avenue, Kew
Eddie Hyde, Fellow of the Royal Photographic Society (FRPS) and a Surrey Photographic Association Judge, analyses and critiques digital photographs submitted by RTPS members. A highly illuminating evening whether it's your photographs under the…
Richmond
Learn to colour, shape and sand this unique material and bring home a handmade pot.
Kew
The Great Storm of 1987 at Kew and Wakehurst. Objects, specimens and memories from across Kew’s collections.
Kew
In May 1487, a coronation was held in Christ Church Cathedral Dublin. The young child was hailed as King Edward VI. Those who pressed his claim, soon raised an army to invade England and depose the new king, Henry VII.
But how could a potential…
Kew
This is local residents crafting group held every Monday from 09:30 until 12:00. The event is free of charge and held in our beautiful Atrium overlooking the train line of Kew Gardens. The tables are arranged in a conference style seating to allow…
Kew
A fun-filled trail for budding dragons this October half-term.
Kew
1746 Georgian London was not a safe place for a young Black man, especially one who has escaped slavery…
So how did Charles Ignatius Sancho meet the King, write and perform highly acclaimed music, become the first Black person to vote in Britain,…
Kew
Gipsy King’s mix of Catalan rumba, flamenco, and salsa has fused with popular culture, with the band having played some of the world’s greatest stages, from the Hollywood Bowl to Royal Albert Hall.
Their self-titled debut album—a record that…
Kew
Come and join The National Archives for some sensory storytelling! Excite your child's senses through music, play, props and toys bringing themes from our collection to life. Dani, our storyteller, will take you on imaginary journeys inspired by the…
Richmond
We would like to welcome you to the Kew Horticultural Society’s 78th Annual Flower & Produce Show, the oldest horticultural event in the area and one of the few traditional shows held in a Marquee with a village atmosphere.
Richmond
Stroll around Kew Green, the churchyard where famous artists are buried, and part of the riverside path. The Hanoverian Royal Family enjoyed life in Kew and there is still much left from those times for everyone else to delight in the charms of the…
Kew
Elevate your embroidery skills with our exclusive two-day workshop at the picturesque Nash Conservatory, Kew Gardens.
Drawing inspiration from the exquisite Caesalpinia Pulcherrima in the Princess of Wales Conservatory collection, this workshop…
Kew
Explore key sources for researching your ancestors who served in the First World War. Find out about the types of records held by The National Archives, including service records and medal cards, and learn how to find and use them in your research…
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