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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.
Top attractions to visit this month
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Kew
On December 16 1773, a group of American protesters destroyed an entire shipment of tea sent by the British East India Company by throwing the tea into Boston harbour.
The Boston Tea Party became hugely symbolic – a precursor to the American…
Kew
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.
Kew
A fun-filled trail for budding dragons this October half-term.
Kew
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…
Kew, Richmond
Bring your family and a picnic and dance away the afternoon in this wonderful haven for wildlife in the heart of Kew. Live music UKewLele, the Richmond Youth Jazz Band and The Motleys. Storytelling about hedgehogs for children by local author,…
Kew
Richard Ashcroft is a two-time Ivor Novello winner (Songwriter of the Year in 1998 and Outstanding Contribution to British Music in 2019) who has released five Top 5 solo albums, including the #1 debut 'Alone With Everybody'.
He first came to…
Kew
Host: Dave Musgrove
Guests: Professor Tracy Borman OBE, Professor Kate Williams
What did a medieval monarch actually do, and which kings were truly good or bad at ruling? Was it really a man’s world, or could women wield power too? This…
Richmond
Adventure Cinema returns for 2026 with its biggest and most immersive season yet, bringing the magic of the big screen to the stunning surroundings of Kew Gardens.
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
Enjoy an evening of sensational music in Kew’s historic glasshouse.
Kew
Two Strangers Trying Not to Kill Each Other
This will be a very special evening. Manon et Jacob is a film production company run by Manon Ouimet and Jacob Perlmutter. Their film 'Two Strangers Trying Not To Kill Each Other' which they jointly…
Kew
Richmond & Twickenham Photographic Society invites you to join them for a talk from Ed Rumble entitled "Beauty is in the Mind of the Beholder' which will focus on landscape and architectural photography. Visitors and prospective new members are…
Kew
Join us for a brand, new musical storytelling session for 2–5 year olds!
Richmond
Ways To Play Today classes are designed for babies and toddlers from sitting to pre-school stages to be able to explore and have fun and of course, learn through their play adventures! Through a range of fun sensory and messy play activities based…
Richmond
Walk, play and supercharge your environmental efforts
Join us for a relaxed stroll along the Thames river and through some of the greenest parts of Kew and Barnes. It's a great chance to stretch your legs, enjoy fresh air, and make new friends.
Kew
This award-winning event for the whole family aims to bring together the community to inspire action on climate change. More than 500 visited in 2023 and the organising team won a Richmond Council Community Hero award for their efforts.
Kew
Learn the art of modern calligraphy in this 2 hour workshop, perfect for all experience levels.
The Avenue, Kew
Come to our highly entertaining annual Quiz Night - always a rip-roaring affair where you are assured of a lively and party-like evening of great questions and healthy food - plus a licensed bar to boot1
Kew
Enjoy an upbeat evening of world-class jazz at Kew Gardens – a magical setting for a festive evening of music with family and friends.
Kew
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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