Work with us

People and plants have shaped Chelsea Physic Garden since 1673. The people who currently work or volunteer in the garden still believe in the power of plants.

Vacancies

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Volunteer

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

Chelsea Physic Garden Christmas Fair 2020 Stall holder information

The unmissable Chelsea Physic Garden Christmas Fair is now open for stall-holder enquiries. The Fair will be held at the Garden on 27th, 28th, 29 November.
Snowdrops - The quirky and beautiful harbingers of spring

Did you know that there are 19 species of snowdrop? Gardener, broadcaster and writer Matthew Biggs talks us through some of the Garden's rare Galanthus.
The Essence of Snowdrops with Saskia Marjoram

As part of a series of talks investigating how plants can affect our health and wellbeing, we are delighted to welcome Saskia Marjoram to the Garden during Heralding Spring.
Index Seminum 2019

Seeds collected in 2019 from open-pollinated plants grown in Chelsea Physic Garden. Information on the incorrect determination of seeds supplied will be appreciated. Seed collection and distribution by the Garden staff and volunteers.

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.
The Physic Garden Café

The Physic Garden Café offers a relaxed and welcoming space, with simple fresh cuisine. The daily menu of interesting brunch options, a varied lunch menu and seasonal daily changing specials, is complemented by a wide range of cakes and full afternoon tea. There is an extensive wine list plus botanical cocktails, mocktails and juices.
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.
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Vacancies

We currently have vacancies.
Friends' Membership

From just £40** a Friends' Membership subscription gives you access to Chelsea Physic Garden, The Christmas Fair, partner gardens, and helps preserve this historic garden for future generations.
Heralding Spring

Chelsea Physic Garden will burst into life again this January. We've got an exciting programme of walks, talks and workshops planned and our usual snowdrop trail and theatre, along with other early spring blooms.