Friends' events at Kew Gardens

As a Friend of Kew you can enjoy members-only events, such as our popular Garden Open Evenings each Summer. Friends also receive discounts on many of Kew's Adult Education courses as well as have the opportunity to meet the staff, see behind the scenes and preview exhibitions.

Many of our ticketed events help with raising much needed funds for Kew's work, such as conservation and the gardens.

Become a Friend of Kew - why should I join?

David Nash inspired art courses

Part of David Nash 2012

Sat 12 May - Mon 02 July 2012

To celebrate the David Nash at Kew exhibition, we have designed a range of dynamic courses in collaboration with Richmond Adult and Community College (RACC).

Talk - David Nash at Kew Gardens

Part of David Nash 2012

Tue 29 May 2012

Don’t miss this unique chance to hear from David Nash as he talks about his life and work and the things that have inspired his creativity – from running tables and boulders to the wood of trees brought down by storms, lightning or disease.

Course: Vegetable Growing for Novices

Wed 30 May 2012

This course is ideal for novice gardeners who have recently acquired an allotment or vegetable patch and would like to improve their vegetable growing skills.

Course - Photographing trees

Thu 31 May - Fri 01 June 2012

This course is designed to show you how to take stunning photographs of trees.

Friends' event - Wakehurst social

Wed 13 June 2012

Meet fellow Friends for a coffee and enjoy a seasonal guided tour. Become a Friend and get year-round free access for you and a family member to Kew Gardens and Wakehurst for £69.

Friends' event - Garden open evening

Thu 14 June 2012, 6.30pm - 9.30pm

Enjoy exclusive evening access to Kew. Take a peaceful stroll or a free ride on the Kew Explorer, and bring a picnic. Become a Friend and get year-round free access for you and a family member to Kew Gardens and Wakehurst for £69.