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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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Kew
Join bestselling author, Emma Donoghue in conversation about her latest book Learned by Heart, the heartbreaking story of the love of two women – Anne Lister, the real-life inspiration behind Gentleman Jack, and her first love, Eliza Raine.
In…
Kew
In 1922, millions of Irish census records were lost when the Public Record Office of Ireland was destroyed in a catastrophic explosion and fire. This presents a major obstacle for anyone tracing their Irish ancestors prior to 1901. Now, The National…
Kew
For visitors who use British Sign Language, these walking tours are led by our specially-trained tour guides and offer a fascinating overview of the Gardens, its history and important scientific work.
These tours are free, and free entry to the…
Kew
Explore some of the curious creatures in our collection, from unicorns to government cats
Take part in a sensory adventure and meet lots of animals along the way!
This event is for families to learn and have fun together, so at least one adult…
Kew
Revolution 250: America's Independence Story 1763–1783
24 June to 29 November 2026
The National Archives in Kew is marking the 250th anniversary of the signing of the US Declaration of Independence with a powerful new exhibition Revolution 250:…
Kew
Join international-bestselling author Philippa Gregory in conversation about her latest book, Normal Women, a radical retelling of our nation’s story.
This is not just the rise and fall of kings and the occasional queen, but of social and cultural…
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
Perfect for beginners and enthusiasts alike, this experience offers a comprehensive dive into the world of mushrooms.
Kew
Join us for our new messy play sessions for children age 2-5!
Lizzie will use lots of fun sensory materials to spark your child’s imagination and creativity. This event is for children age 2-5 and their carers, and will take place in the Clore…
Kew
In the 1770s, a remarkable rumour abounded in London and the rest of Europe. The Chevalier d’Eon, French spy, soldier, and diplomat, was not a man but a woman. Even more remarkable, in 1777 d’Eon returned to France from England under a certificate…
Kew
We are excited to present two sessions of Matt Baker’s Petcast at Kew Gardens this July.
Join Matt and his guests as they chat all things pets. They’ll talk through their life with animals; from those they grew up with to the pets they have…
Kew
To mark the 200th anniversary of the first passenger train on the Stockton Darlington railway, join Jessamy Carlson, family history specialist at The National Archives as she delves into our extensive collection of the surviving records of private…
Dancer Road, London
KNA has joined The Chatty Café Scheme – getting people chatting to reduce loneliness!
Join our "Chatter and Natter Table" on Mondays from 10.30 until 11.30 at the Pavilion Café, North Sheen Recreation Ground, Dancer Road, TW9 4LB. The table is…
Kew
Delve into the intimately entangled lives of Queen Victoria and her devoted servant John Brown.
From the moment John Brown arrived as a servant to Queen Victoria's household, he became known across the land as her loyal companion, her fierce…
Kew
Join us for an exclusive online event with former Director General of MI5, Jonathan Evans, Baron Evans of Weardale.
While much of MI5’s work necessarily remains secret, this talk offers a fascinating and first-hand account of the world of…
Kew
In the twentieth century, women took on an extraordinary range of roles in intelligence, defying the conventions of their time.
Across both world wars, they ran spy networks and escape lines, parachuted behind enemy lines and interrogated prisoners…
Kew
Join us for an orchid spectacular inspired by China, as we celebrate 30 years of our much-loved Orchid Festival.
The 2026 festival takes inspiration from China’s remarkable biodiversity, heritage and design traditions, filling our Princess of Wales…
Kew
Experience the magic of live music with Bach to Baby —the acclaimed concert series for the whole family!
Enjoy outstanding musicians, exhilarating performances, and a variety of genres, instruments and styles, all in inspiring venues on your…
Kew
The Kew Half Marathon will take place on Sunday 30th March. Starting on closed roads inside Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, before venturing down the Richmond towpath and riverside to Ham House before turning to finish back at Kew Gardens. This is…
Station Approach, Kew
Bordeaux – world-renowned, exquisite, regarded as the best reds in the world by some?
Who would dare challenge Bordeaux? Bold powerful and punchy Rioja is certainly up to the task. Get your noses and palates at the ready. You decide … who makes it…
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