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Come and join the team in one of the oldest gardens in Britain knowing that you are helping a great cause! Please look at our current volunteer vacancies.Read more

Latest

Why does your gin and tonic glow in the dark? Which country drinks the most wine? What is Cenosillicaphobia? Come and find out at the ‘Beverages, Bubbles and Brews Pub Quiz with a difference’ at the Chelsea Physic Garden on Tuesday 15th May 2018. Scientists, chefs and gardeners will tax your team’s food and drink knowledge. Food will be by Tom Kerridge’s new catering company ‘Lush’ (the team behind the two Michelin starred restaurant The Hand and Flowers in Marlow).

Niwaki Film Night

Renowned topiary pruning specialist Jake Hobson and his Niwaki team present three short films, beautifully shot and edited by young film maker Soeda Koehei. This event includes a glass of wine and the chance to see the Garden after hours.

Supper talk: The Social History of the Pub

It could be argued that the history of Britain’s relationship with drink mirrors the evolution of the nation, interwoven with themes from colonial and imperial history, industrialisation and social change. After a broad overview of this longer history, the talk will concentrate on the changing fortunes of the pub from the end of the eighteenth century to the middle of the twentieth, examining the reasons for its evolving uses, character and form.

The Lettering Arts Trust presents An Elixir of Letters at Chelsea Physic Garden (Talk and Tour)

In ‘Journey of an Apprentice’, artist Tom Sargeant talks to Karoline Newman about how carving is in his DNA, the tradition of letter carving and the invaluable support provided by a Lettering Arts Trust apprenticeship that enabled a fledgling artist to flourish.

Opening times and prices

For full information on our opening hours and admission prices.

Place

Tucked away beside the Thames, Chelsea Physic Garden is the oldest botanic garden in London and houses around 5,000 different medicinal, herbal, edible, and useful plants.

How to find us

We are right on the edge of the river Thames in London, and very easy to find via public transport.

Weddings

Hidden in the heart of London, Chelsea Physic Garden is a beautiful and magical setting for your special day.

Vacancies

Work with us at Chelsea Physic Garden, we have some vacancies.

Garden parties

Spend a relaxed spring or summer afternoon with exclusive use of the beautiful Chelsea Physic Garden for your private Garden Party. A day in the garden with family and friends is a special and memorable way to celebrate.

Tangerine Dream Café

A trip to Chelsea Physic Garden would not be complete without a slice of homemade cake and a refreshing cup of tea in the on-site Tangerine Dream café. Both hot and cold food is served with snacks and both sweet and savoury scones freshly baked throughout the day.