(Royal Botanic Gardens),
Richmond,
London,
TW9 3AB
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Kew Gardens (Royal Botanic Gardens)
This 300 acre site is one of the most impressive gardens and botanic research centres in the world. Originally started as just 9 acres in 1759, this royal favourite was given over to the state in 1841. Sir Joseph Banks and William Aiton were largely responsible for planting the huge variety of lush greenery that exists today. Other famous features include the 10-storey high Chinese Pagoda from 1761, and the Chilean Wine Palm raised from seed here in 1846, now over 60ft tall. The Princess of Wales Conservatory houses palms, orchids, ferns, giant water lillies, cacti and much more in 10 different habitats ranging from desert to tropical. Something to do in all kinds of weather.
When
Jan-Dec, Mon-Sun 9.30am, closed Dec 24 & 25
Cost
£13.90, child free, concs £11.90, mems free
Introduction To The Gardens
When
Mon-Sun 11am & 1.30pm, closed Dec 24 & 25
Cost
£13.90, child free, concs £11.90
When
04 February 2012 -
04 March 2012 9.30am - 5pm
Cost
£11.90-£13.90 (Free for children under 17)
Tropical Nursery Tour
When
From Feb 4, Sat 1.30pm, 2pm, 2.30pm, booking essential, ends Feb 25
Cost
£5, + £13.90, concs £11.90, under 17s free
Orchid Nursery Tour
A tour and a planting demonstration.
When
From Feb 7, Tue, Thu 1.30pm & 2pm, 2.30pm, demonstration, booking essential, ends Mar 1
Cost
£5, w/demonstration £15, + £13.90, concs £11.90, under 17s free
The Universe In The Landscape: Talk
Charles Jencks discusses his landscape work.
Tropical Nursery Tour
When
Mar 3, 1.30pm, 2pm, 2.30pm, booking essential
Cost
£5, + £13.90, concs £11.90, under 17s free