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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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A one‑night rendezvous with and for history’s hopeless romantics at The National Archives
Ever been left on read? So have they – for centuries.
Meet the ghosts of love past at a one night only after-hours event inspired by our new exhibition Love…
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Join us for a look behind the scenes on a free guided tour of the Library and Archives at Kew.
Kew’s Library and Archives collection spans 2,000 years of plant knowledge and discovery. With information on the naming, classification and uses of…
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Discover the incredible story of the Second World War resistance fighter, Agent Zo.
One of the most decorated Polish women in history, Zo’s remarkable story was suppressed by the Soviet-backed communist regime for over forty years. Clare Mulley now…
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Discover 1,000 years of history at The National Archives - a fun day out for the whole family! Archives are for everyone. Join us to uncover the treasures of The National Archives with a jam-packed day of history, talks and tours inspired by our…
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The Kew Horticultural Society Summer Show is now in its 79th year. It is one of the few remaining traditional produce fairs in London, and if you haven't been before, then a treat awaits you!
Come along to Kew Green on 24th August and enjoy all that…
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Enjoy an evening of sensational music in Kew’s historic glasshouse.
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Discover the life of John Blanke, the Black Tudor trumpeter who served at the courts of Henry VII and Henry VIII.
John Blanke is believed to be the first person of African descent for whom we have both an image and an archival record. His story…
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Join us for unique day out of science-y fun for children and adults alike inspired by our new exhibition, Spirit of Invention.
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Passenger is a multi-award winning, platinum-selling singer-songwriter. Whilst still known for his busking, he made the journey from street corners to stadiums with 'Let Her Go', which reached No.1 in 19 countries and has now notched up more than…
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The National Archives houses many documents related to The Empire Windrush, including the iconic passenger list. The artwork is free to all and can be seen on the ground floor of our building.
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Join the National Archives for an unflinching reassessment of the Cambridge Five spy ring.
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Join historian Amy Jeffs as she breathes new life into the legend of King Arthur.
From Malory to Monty Python, we think we know the Arthurian legends, but Amy Jeffs will introduce us to lesser-known, wilder sources from the Middle Ages. These older…
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Join us for fun craft activities this summer at The National Archives!
There are two bookable Craft Club sessions taking place between 10:30-12:30 or 1:30-3:30 in our café. Please note that the crafts provided will be the same in each session but…
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MI5’s official historian, Christopher Andrew reveals the close relationship between British government and the Security Service.
MI5’s leading supporters in the 20th century were Britain’s two most successful prime ministers: Winston Churchill and…
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Roger's photography encompasses a wide range of styles but he is particularly interested in the frozen instant which creates abstract shapes textures and hues from reality
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Learn essential techniques for using Discovery, our online catalogue. The database holds more than 37 million descriptions of records dating back hundreds of years. Join collections specialist, Sarah Castagnetti who will provide you with the tools…
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In February 2025, IGPOTY touring exhibition 18 will launch at Kew Gardens and will feature a curated selection of high-placed photographs. The competition is a celebration of our planet’s green spaces, flora, fauna, and fungi showcased via some of…
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Enjoy an upbeat evening of world-class jazz at Kew Gardens – a magical setting for a festive evening of music with family and friends.
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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…
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This Easter, join the Octonauts on an exciting outdoor mission at Kew Gardens.
Perfect for children aged 3-6 and their families, this interactive trail invites young explorers to complete fun challenges, discover amazing facts and learn how to…
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