Autumn at Kew
Autumn at Kew
Sculpt at Kew
See more than 70 sculptures set within the unique landscapes of our Gardens. 18 September to 15 October.
Artful Autumn
As the seasons change and the landscape is steeped in vibrant autumn colours, come on a journey embracing art and nature. 7 to 29 October 2017.
A treasury of trees walking tour
Join us for a guided walk in our Arboretum and explore Kew's vast scientific collection of trees including many rare and ancient varieties. Daily until 31 October.
Story of Flowers
Story of Flowers is a colourful animation which takes you through the life cycle of plants. Daily until 5 October.
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Now booking
Handmade at Kew
Buy one-off pieces directly from artists at Handmade at Kew this autumn. 12 to 15 October.
Christmas at Kew
There’s something for everyone in our magical after dark experience. Our one mile sparkling trail winds its way through the gardens, illuminating trees and buildings and boasting over one million twinkling lights. From 22 November to 1 January 2018.
Explore Kew with our guided tours
Explore Kew with our guided tours
Introduction to the Gardens
Gain an insight into Kew’s history, plants, science and seasonal highlights. Daily throughout the year.
Meet the experts guided tours
Every Tuesday we take you behind the scenes to meet our experts as we explore the science and history of a specific plant or fungi. This month we look at Compositae, the world’s largest family of flowering plants.
Kew Explorer land train
Enjoy a tour around the Gardens on the Kew Explorer land train. Learn about Kew's flora and fauna, iconic buildings and vital conservation work. Daily throughout the year.
Kew in Wartime walking tour
Discover how Kew was affected during wartime and learn some facts that may surprise you. 1 to 30 November.
Meet our experts
Meet our experts
Meet Kew’s bee experts
A chance to meet some of our experts talking about Kew's work with bees, plants and pollination. Until 27 October (Fridays only, weather permitting).
Foodie Fridays: Meet Kew's experts
Discover how our scientists' work with fruit and vegetables and how Kew can help feed the world's growing population.
Foodie Fridays: Meet Kew's Kitchen Gardeners
Discover the history of the Kew Kitchen Garden from one of our expert Kitchen Gardeners. Find out what's currently growing in the Garden and get tips on how to grow your own vegetables at home.
The Hive: Fortnightly findings
Every fortnight we welcome special guests to The Hive to talk about bees and wild pollinators. Until 29 October (alternate Sundays).
Take a short course
Take a short course
Drawing trees
This one day course is an introduction to drawing trees with a focus on composition, scale, experimentation, and texture. 27 or 28 September 2017.
Creative Writing
Are you an aspiring writer looking for inspiration? Find it in the Gardens at Kew on this one-day creative writing course with author Lynda Waterhouse. 12 October.
Autumn photography masterclass
A small group practical photography masterclass to improve your skills by taking pictures of plants at Kew Gardens. Some time may be spent in the glasshouses. 14 October 2017.
Watercolour workshop: autumn fruits
Learn how to paint realistic images of autumn fruits on this three-day course using whole fruit as well as halved ones. 3 to 5 October 2017.