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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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Alex is a full time professional landscape photographer. He will be talking about the technical and creative challenges and about learning from both successes and failures
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Inspired by the magnificent Caladium from the Princess of Wales Conservatory collection, this course dives into the centuries-old tradition of using metal threads to create dazzling designs fit for royal coronations and grand pageantry events.
Led…
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In this talk historical novelist Kerry Barrett will chat about her two books based on the female gardeners at the Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew during the two world wars. From the (somewhat questionable) actions of the suffragettes, to the fight for…
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Dani the Storyteller will take you on an adventure with an animal who wants to travel to Africa!
The session features music, play and toys to excite your child’s senses.
The storytelling lasts for 30 minutes, with time for playing and chatting…
Kew
Join historian and author Damien Lewis discussing his latest book, SAS Great Escapes 3.
Discover some of the most dramatic and daring escapes undertaken by the SAS, the world’s most famous fighting force during WWII. From the very earliest SAS…
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The history of 19th century Ireland was dominated by big events, big men and big problems. The Act of Union of 1800, the Great Famine, and the campaign for land rights and Home Rule are among the most prominent events that shaped the country, whilst…
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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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Delve into the fascinating history of queens and warriors who ruled vast swathes of the African continent with reigns spanning pre-colonial Nigeria, the villages of Rwanda, the hills of Madagascar and apartheid South Africa.
Join Paula Akpan as she…
Kew
Two thought-provoking exhibitions exploring art, empire and the enduring significance of plants.
Kew
Explore all the things plants need to grow; earth, air, sun and water, and enjoy the sensory elements of our Children's Garden during one of our quiet sessions.
We are closing the Children’s Garden to the public to allow children with special…
Kew
The Ministry of Time Travel – The Pickles Mission
Slots run every half hour Tuesday to Saturday over summer holidays
The Ministry of Time Travel needs your help! Step into the thrilling world of the Ministry of Time Travel (MoTT), a secret…
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Join bestselling historian James Holland to explore the brutal story of the most pivotal campaign of the Second World War.
Allied forces crossed into Southern Italy in September 1943 expecting a swift victory. Despite Italy’s surrender, fierce…
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Don't miss this landmark exhibition,
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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…
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This summer, Kew is collaborating with a mix of inspiring leaders to create five new trails through the Gardens. With contributions from artists, musicians and environmental protectors, each trail will invite you to feel, hear, move and think…
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Join the Mayor for a Spectacular Evening with Anthony Adkins BEM – Live Piano Recital! Experience an unforgettable night of music as renowned pianist Anthony Adkins BEM takes to the stage for a dazzling recital. Enjoy a beautiful performance, a…
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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…
Station Approach, Kew
Join us for a Burgundy deep dive. During the evening, we'll discuss the history and trends of the iconic French region and taste our favourite Chardonnays and Pinots from headline sub-regions to the up and coming gems.
This event will be hosted by…
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The Herbarium is a hidden, scientific treasure located on Kew Green, usually only open to visiting researchers since it was first established in 1852. It houses almost seven million preserved botanical specimens, and one of the largest botanical…
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What is invisible ink? Who invented it? How is it made? Learn about the history using original archive documents then get hands-on doing experiments to create your own. Who will you write a secret message to?
This event is for families to learn and…
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