Kew Gardens is inviting the local community to its annual Community Open Week—a vibrant celebration designed to bring people closer to nature and learning. This special week offers free access to the gardens along with an array of engaging activities and events for families, educators, and community groups. Attendees can explore guided tours, interactive talks, hands‐on workshops, and behind‑the‑scenes experiences that showcase Kew’s extensive botanical collections and innovative conservation efforts. The event also highlights Kew Gardens’ commitment to accessibility and community engagement, providing a welcoming space for everyone to discover, learn, and connect with the natural world.
Event details
Dates
Wednesday 14th May to Sunday 18th May 2025
Times
10.30am-4pm Wednesday 14 May
10.30am-4pm Thursday 15 May
10.30am-4pm Friday 16 May
11am-4.30pm Saturday 17 May
11am-4.30pm Sunday 18 May
Programme
- Wednesday 14 May
Learn about how trees work, weave your own woodland landscape, and participate in a variety of other fun activities - Thursday 15 May
Join interactive sessions in the Gardens at your own pace on Kew’s designated Relaxed Day, including British Sign Language tours, sensory tours, and more - Friday 16 May
Get your feet moving to sounds inspired by trees, learn about amazing plants of the Caribbean, and join in a range of other engaging activities for all ages - Saturday 17 May
Make your own seed balls, hear from Kew horticulturists, and enjoy tree-inspired crafts for families - Sunday 18 May
Create your own tree of life, learn about trees that heal, and join in celebrating Kew’s 2025 closing day
Who can attend?
This event is designed for people who face barriers to visiting Kew. It is open to community groups that are new to Kew Gardens, as well as our existing Community Access Scheme members. For more information about the groups we work with, please refer to the Community Access Scheme at Kew Gardens page.
Groups of any size are welcome to explore the Gardens, but please note that all activities are subject to availability on the day. Large groups may not be able to participate in the same activity at the same time.
Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult.
The event is not aimed at school groups or Kew members.
Price
Entry to the Gardens and all Community Open Week activities are free of charge to participants. This will not affect your Community Access Scheme (CAS) ticket allocation if you are a Kew CAS member.
For more details on the schedule and activities, visit the official Kew Gardens Community Open Week page at kew.org.
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