Friends' area

As a Friend of Kew, you can enjoy year-round free access to the Gardens at Kew and Wakehurst, as well as take advantage of a host of seasonal offers and benefits. Exclusive member-only events enable you to explore the Gardens further, while special discounts on Adult Education courses and lectures will give you the chance to learn more about Kew's extensive conservation work.

Your support as a Friend helps Kew to fulfill its mission of world-wide plant conservation. We hope you will continue to enjoy being a  Friend of Kew!

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Member news

An explosion of colour at Tropical Extravaganza 2012

Tropical Extravaganza 2012

Ignite your senses at Kew's Tropical Extravaganza.
Discover amazing floral displays inspired by fire, air, water and earth.


Studying yams in Madagascar

by: Tim Harris, Herbarium blog
27 Jan 2012

Kew and Feedback Madagascar are collaborating to look at the preferences for different species of edible yam in Madagascan rural communities. Find out about the latest research being undertaken as part of Kew's work in Madagascar. 

Expedition to remote coastal areas

Join Kew experts on an expedition to Central America

10 Nov 2011
Discover the remotest corners of Central America and the Caribbean with Kew scientists on a small expedition ship. An amazing discovery and adventure opportunity for members and Friends of Kew.

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Kew Patrons take tour of the Conservation Biotechnology Laboratory

15 Sep 2011
Kew Patrons go behind the scenes for an exclusive tour of Kew’s innovative conservation laboratory and get a glimpse of some of the world’s most endangered plants.

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Inside the Davies Alpine House

Discover our alpine collection and exquisite spring flowers.


Using your membership

Membership offers you the opportunity to explore the world's finest botanic gardens throughout the year and the reward of knowing that your subscription is helping us to maintain the Gardens, both at Kew Gardens and Wakehurst.

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