Wakehurst (Kew Gardens)

Situated in West Sussex and set in 465 acres of country estate, Wakehurst boasts ornamental gardens, temperate woodlands, a nature reserve and an Elizabethan mansion. 

Surround yourself in the natural beauty of the area, join a walking tour, take afternoon tea, or learn about the essential conservation work of Kew's Millennium Seed Bank. With a natural play area for the children, there is something to keep everyone entertained.

There is always plenty to see at Wakehurst, from the blossom and blooms of the formal gardens to the diverse animal and plant life of the Loder Valley Nature Reserve. 

School Visits

Use the 188 hectares of country estate at Wakehurst, West Sussex, as your classroom for the day. The estate offers: 

• ornamental gardens
• wilder areas with temperate woodlands, wetlands and meadows
• natural play features including a maze 
• an Elizabethan Mansion
• the Millennium Seed Bank - discover how Kew is helping to safeguard the world's most endangered plants

School visits to Wakehurst are planned in detail with an experienced Wakehurst teacher prior to the visit and are tailored to suit the needs of your class.

We pride ourselves in well organised, fun, stress-free days that allow teachers to participate fully with their students.

The Great Plant Hunt