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We're always working to improve our UNESCO world heritage site, so occasionally we have to close some features. Please check before your visit to avoid disappointment. Our Gardens are open for you to ...
The best time of day to take blossom photos is in the early morning, or during “golden hour” in the evening. The soft glow ...
Easter holiday plans are sorted with this spud-tastic family day out at Kew Gardens with Supertato and his heroic veggie friends! Based on the bestselling books by Sue Hendra and Paul Linnet, this fun ...
We invite you to take a walk on the wild side and discover the mystery, beauty and resilience of nature through our handcrafted woodland light trail. Members enjoy early access to the 2025 Wakehurst ...
In the misty peaks of the Dominican Republic, where cool air clings to the trees and biodiversity flourishes, lies one of the most threatened ecosystems in the Caribbean: the Tropical Montane Cloud ...
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 ...
Our purpose is to help stop biodiversity loss and develop nature-based solutions to some of humanity’s biggest global challenges. With over 580 science staff, Kew’s mission is to understand and ...
There are over 20,000 different species of bee around the world, and 270 in the UK but wild bee populations are in decline. You can help our scientists research which ...
Wakehurst has played a pivotal role in new conservation research on Nothofagus species, also known as southern beeches. These iconic trees play a vital part in forests, but until now, we didn't know ...
With over 8.5 million items, we house the largest and most diverse botanical and mycological collections in the world. They represent approximately 95% of vascular plant genera and 60% of known fungal ...
Thursday 20 March: The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew is proud to announce the 17 th recipient of the Kew International Medal is Dr Cécile Ndjebet, Cameroonian environmental activist and social forester.
The best time to see spring flowers at Kew is from mid-March to mid-April. Our gardens come alive with magnolias, cherry blossoms, tulips, bluebells and daffodils. Here’s how to plan your ...