Community Horticulture Learning Programme

Join us to explore Kew's collections and scientific work through hands-on gardening and creative workshops.

Based at Lion Gate, our community allotment is an inclusive and welcoming space for people of all abilities.

All Community Horticulture learning events are open to groups and individuals who are members of Kew’s Community Access Scheme (CAS), and those who might otherwise face physical, sensory, psychological, or social barriers to visiting Kew.

All sessions are free and entry to the Gardens is included. Booking is essential as places are limited.

Monthly Gardening Workshops

Join us at the community allotment to participate in a socially distanced, hands-on gardening workshop for all abilities. Please dress appropriately for gardening. Tools and materials are provided.  Booking essential.

When: First Sunday of every month, 12pm to 1pm or 1.30pm to 2.30pm.
Tool Shed

Hone your DIY skills and build your confidence at our monthly carpentry workshops for all abilities. These sessions focus on mental health recovery and wellbeing.

Sessions are socially distanced. Please bring a face mask and dress for the outdoors. Tools and materials are provided. Booking essential.

When: First Tuesday of the month, 1pm to 4pm.
Foundation to Horticulture 

Join us for an introduction to gardening with practical workshops and bespoke tours of the Gardens. Over four days you will have the opportunity to learn about Kew’s history, diverse collections, and scientific work.
Plot Take-over

Community groups who have completed the Foundation to Horticulture course will have the opportunity to tend the community allotment for the growing season. These sessions are for organisations and charities that work with refugees, asylum seekers, people in crisis and those struggling with homelessness. 
Community Garden Connections

If you run or are part of a growing project, community garden or local green initiative then join us for this informative and supportive bi-annual networking event.