Research into useful plants informed by Kew's collections, science strategy and heritage. Research portfolio includes plant fibres (barkcloth, textiles, basketry), medicinal plants and the history of ...

Believed to be the longest herbaceous borders in the country – and possibly in the world – our Great Broad Walk Borders stretch out in a rainbow of colour. At more than 320 metres, the borders offer ...

The fastest growing woody plants in the world, bamboos create a dense and vibrant landscape wherever they grow. Our Bamboo Garden contains 130 bamboo species from China, Japan, the Himalaya and ...

Discover Material World, a festival of art, fashion and horticulture inside the stunning Temperate House. Step into this thought-provoking exhibition that reveals the connections between plants, ...

No prizes for guessing the reason behind this orchid species' common name. Native to the Mediterranean, its cluster of violet flowers look like cute little human figures – though not completely naked.

The Orangery Conference Room is the perfect venue for presentations, corporate away-days and team building events. The Orangery Conference Room is a bright and intimate venue, designed to provide ...

Whilst we were closed, we lost vital income that supported our world-class horticultural and conservation work. We need your help more than ever to protect the future of Kew. If you can't get to the ...

The large, open plan design of this venue makes it ideal for a whole range of events, from drinks and cocktail receptions to award ceremonies and festive corporate events. During the summer months, ...

Nature has been the inspiration for many forms of art and literature throughout history. In fact, it inspired the very first photographically illustrated book. Cyanotype photography is a camera-less ...

Only 30 mins from Central London. Our four gates can be accessed by rail, bus or river. Parking is limited.

The Wakehurst Christmas lights will return in 2026, inspired by gifts of nature. It’s a reminder that the greatest treasures aren’t wrapped in paper, but rooted in the living world. Our wild botanic ...

The Kew Ferry Lane car park is close to Brentford Gate and open as usual. Pay & Display still applies. We love to welcome cyclists to our Gardens. There are bicycle racks at all four gates. At ...