Family Activity Days

Family Activities at Chelsea Physic Garden

Explore, create and have fun with our range of family activities, from exploring the world of mini-beasts to learning how to make your own herbal remedies and chocolate blends, we have something that will inspire and engage a range of ages.

These events will take place in all the school holidays in 2019 (except the Christmas Break).

Click for our 2019 listings

They cost:

£11 per person for a half day events
£15 per person for full day events

Please note:

Children must be accompanied by a ticket-holding adult (the 3 events for teenagers are an exception to this).
There is no discount for Friends of the Garden.

"It's rare to find a workshop that we both enjoyed taking part in and learning together" -quote from a parent, February 2018

Latest

The New Vegan with Meera Sodha and Tenderstem® broccoli

Meera will give a talk about how spices have inspired her cooking and writing, exploring the spice journey to encourage more people to experiment with flavour.
Botanical Brain Balms with Nicolette Perry

Nicolette will discuss the science behind the benefits of a plant-based diet, suggest ways to use the plants and outline easy remedies and exercises to improve the way you think and feel.
From Root to Stem: Natural recipes and remedies with Alex Laird

Travelling through the seasons, Alex will explore the natural ingredients available on your doorstep, share simple recipes and easy-to-make herbal remedies and give tips on how to forage, grow or shop for plant-based foods and products.
Following 'The Spice Trail' with Kumud Gandhi

Kumud’s talk will explore ‘The Spice Trail’ – the history and origins of spices and their importance in the global trade around the world, charting the use of spices in modern medicines and in culinary use for good health.

Elkstone Road Garden

Our Education Department is working to develop a green space in North Kensington, in collaboration with RBKC, to provide a functional and beautiful space which people who live locally can use to grow food and learn about health, well-being and the power of plants.
Secondary Teachers' Open Evening

This is a chance for you to visit Chelsea Physic Garden and see what we have on offer for nurseries, schools, colleges and home-schooled groups. Our Education team will be here to answer any questions and take you on a tour of this wonderful outdoor educational resource. You’ll have the chance to learn some new skills around the subject of plants, history, art and science.
Community Projects

We are further spreading the word of how important plants are to our everyday lives by engaging with school children, young people and community groups across London. Check out what we have been up to.
Education for Home Schooled Groups

Find out how we can facilitate home-schooled groups at the Garden.
Bringing the Garden to you

Can't make it to us? The Education Department can visit your school with an assortment of plants, artefacts and more - to deliver a fun and interactive workshop that meets National Curriculum objectives. Click here to find out more.
Resources

Learning resources are archived here for you to download. This includes information on our award winning 'Shelf Life' project and the new resource pack that accompanies it, as well as a series of useful fact sheets for students and teachers.
School Visits to the Garden

We welcome visits from nurseries, schools and colleges at the Chelsea Physic Garden and will bespoke them to your needs.

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.
Learn and explore

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Vacancies

We currently have three vacancies
Friends' Membership

From just £39* a Friends' Membership subscription gives you access to Chelsea Physic Garden and four other partner gardens, and helps preserve this historic garden for future generations.
Meet the team

Garden Staff