Step into summer
Experience summer in full bloom at Chelsea Physic Garden.
Established in 1673 London’s oldest botanic garden is home to over 4,500 medicinal, edible and useful plants. You’ll find Victorian glasshouses, plants from around the world, windy paths and flowers galore – all only 15 minutes from Sloane Square or Victoria Station!
Open Sunday to Friday, visitors can join a free guided tour, stop by the shop and café, or simply take time out to enjoy this botanical oasis in the heart of the city.
Open: Sunday – Friday, 11am – 5pm.
Tickets: £5 – £15.
Throughout August we’ll be open late on Wednesdays, so the perfect opportunity to take time out after a busy day with friends or by yourself.
Visit after hours and enjoy live music on the lawn, bring a picnic and get a drink from the bar for an evening experience you won’t forget. Or if food is more your thing, book on one of our Supper Clubs for a night of fine dining hosted by guest chefs.
Make the most of the warmer weather and spend it in our secluded four-acre walled garden in the heart of Chelsea. Surrounded by nature with the sounds of birds and busy pollinators, relax during the evening at Chelsea Physic Garden this summer.
Late openings
Visit Chelsea Physic Garden after hours each Tuesday in August. Explore the Garden’s collection of over 4,500 plants from around the world, pick up a drink from The Physic Garden Café or take a seat on a bench and listen the evening birdsong. The perfect way to unwind after a busy day in the city.
- Tuesday 5 August - Nature After Hours: nature tours & pond dipping
- Tuesday 12 August
- Tuesday 19 August
- Tuesday 26 August - Art After Hours: a crafty evening for all
Lawn Sessions
Enjoy live music on the lawn this summer. From folk to jazz, bring a blanket and sit under the stars. Click the button to see a list of Lawn Sessions.
Evening Jazz
Supper Clubs
We’d like to welcome to you to a unique dining experience in the heart of London – the chance to dine at dusk at the Garden throughout the summer. Each evening features a different guest chef, who will introduce you to your plates of specially crafted food, making for an unforgettable evening.
Click below to view a full list of events and view menus.
6 August
‘Taste of Summer’ a celebration of the finest seasonal native ingredients with Chef Jeremy Ford MCA
£75pp
Family Theatre: Wizard of Oz
Wednesday 13 August, Friday 15 August and Sunday 17 August. Performances: 10am, 11am, 11.20am, 11.40am.
Get ready to tumble down the yellow brick road like never before! The Wizard of Oz is coming to life in a spellbinding, interactive outdoor adventure, where YOU are part of the journey. Join Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tin-Man and Lion as they skip, hop, and leap through the gardens on an unforgettable quest to meet the great Wizard!
Family activities
An exciting programme of children’s’ activities for the whole family to enjoy, including Pondlife Exploration, Chocolate Making, Quiet Hour Plant Painting, and more. Multiple dates between Tuesday 22 July and Monday 18 August. Click the link for full list.
Chocolate Making Workshop
Bees and Bugs Exploration
Pondlife Exploration
Bees and Bugs Exploration
Pondlife Exploration
Cyanotype Making
Chocolate Making
Family Pondlife Exploration
Bees and Bugs Exploration
Soap Making
Quiet Hour Plant Painting
Pondlife Exploration
Pondlife Exploration
Family activities
An exciting programme of children’s’ activities for the whole family to enjoy, including Pondlife Exploration, Chocolate Making, Quiet Hour Plant Painting, and more.
Chocolate Making Workshop
Bees and Bugs Exploration
Pondlife Exploration
Bees and Bugs Exploration
Pondlife Exploration
Cyanotype Making
Chocolate Making
Family Pondlife Exploration
Bees and Bugs Exploration
Soap Making
Quiet Hour Plant Painting
Pondlife Exploration
Pondlife Exploration
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Summer at Chelsea Physic Garden
Experience summer in full bloom this year at Chelsea Physic Garden. Soak up the sun, listen to the birds, enjoy an ice cold drink and explore London’s oldest botanic garden. We’re open Sunday to Friday, from 11am to 5pm. With you admission ticket, you get access to a free guided tour, access to the historic glasshouses and all day to explore this four-acre oasis of calm and plants.
Throughout August we’ll be open late on Wednesdays, so the perfect opportunity to take time out after a busy day with friends or by yourself.
Visit after hours and enjoy live music on the lawn, bring a picnic and get a drink from the bar for an evening experience you won’t forget. Or if food is more your thing, book on one of our Supper Clubs for a night of fine dining hosted by guest chefs.
Make the most of the warmer weather and spend it in our secluded four-acre walled garden in the heart of Chelsea. Surrounded by nature with the sounds of birds and busy pollinators, relax during the evening at Chelsea Physic Garden this summer.
Lawn Sessions
Enjoy live music on the lawn this summer. From folk to jazz, bring a blanket and sit under the stars. Click the button to see a list of Lawn Sessions.
- Evening Jazz – Sunday 8 June, 7pm – 9pm.
- Midsummer Folk – Sunday 22 June, 7pm – 9pm.
- Twilight Classical – Sunday 13 June, 7pm – 9pm.
Late Openings
Visit Chelsea Physic Garden after hours every Wednesday in August. Explore the Garden’s collection of over 4,500 edible, useful and medicinal plants, pick up a drink from The Physic Garden Café or take a seat on a bench and just listen the evening birdsong.
- Wednesday 6 August
- Wednesday 13 August
- Wednesday 20 August
- Wednesday 27 August
Supper Clubs
A unique dining experience under the stars. The Physic Garden Café will be hosting guest chefs for themed evenings of sit down dining. Dates to be confirmed!
Family Events
Fun for all the family this summer with family acitviies and immersive family theatre. Join us for botanical soap-making, plant pot designing, seed collecting our very popular chocolate workshops!
Wizard of Oz: Family Theatre
Get ready to tumble down the yellow brick road like never before! The Wizard of Oz is coming to life in a spellbinding, interactive outdoor adventure, where YOU are part of the journey. Join Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tin-Man and Lion as they skip, hop, and leap through the gardens on an unforgettable quest to meet the great Wizard!
Family activities
An exciting programme of children’s’ activities for the whole family to enjoy, including Pondlife Exploration, Chocolate Making, Quiet Hour Plant Painting, and more.
Further information
Late openings:
Visit Chelsea Physic Garden after hours every Wednesday in August. Explore the Garden’s collection of over 4,500 edible, useful and medicinal plants, pick up a drink from The Physic Garden Café or take a seat on a bench and just listen the evening birdsong.
- Wednesday 6 August
- Wednesday 13 August
- Wednesday 20 August
- Wednesday 27 August
Lawn Sessions:
We will also be hosting a series of live music events throughout June, July and August. Showcasing local artists, this is a great opportunity to enjoy some live music in a stunning setting. Upcoming events include:
- Evening Jazz – Sunday 8 June, 7pm – 9pm.
- Midsummer Folk – Sunday 22 June, 7pm – 9pm.
- Twilight Classical – Sunday 13 June, 7pm – 9pm.
Wizard of Oz: Family Theatre
Monday 11 August, Wednesday 13 August, Friday 15 August and Sunday 17 August. Performances: 10am, 10am, 10am, 11am, 11.20am, 11.40am.
Family Activities
- Chocolate Making Workshop – Tuesday 22 July, Thursday 31 July
- Bees and Bugs Exploration – Wednesday 23 July, Tuesday 29 July, Monday 4 August
- Pondlife Exploration – Wednesday 23 July, Tuesday 29 July, Monday 4 August, Wednesday 6 August, Monday 18 August
- Cyanotype Making – Wednesday 30 July
- Soap Making – Tuesday 5 August
- Quiet Hour Plant Painting – Wednesday 6 August
Supper Clubs
The Physic Garden Café would like to welcome you to a series of evenings that speaks to all your senses, taste, smells and sight. It is a celebration of culture and nature accompanied by delicious food.
These Supper Clubs will be hosted in the midst of the Garden and you will have the magic of dining under the stars.
Book yourself a seat at the next Supper Club After Hours and get the chance to experience the culinary world of Chelsea Physic Garden.
The evening will start at 7pm with a chilled Aperitivo followed by a seasonal set tasting menu seated in the Garden. You will have the opportunity to meet the Chef behind your plate while dining.
Considering the dining will be outdoor in the evening we do recommend to bring a jumper or jacket along with you. In case of bad weather, you will be seated inside the Café or under our marquee area.
13 July – Ixta Belfrage
- 5 course tasting menu and welcome drink
- Friends and Patrons £75
- Public £80
14 July – Felipe De Jesus Butchers Evening
- 4 course and welcome cocktail
- Friends and Patrons £66
- Public £71
27 July – Jeremy Ford
- 4 course and welcome cocktail
- Friends and Patrons £70
- Public £75
28 July – Wine evening with Cantina Orsogna, Abruzzo, Italy
- 4 course and sparkling on arrival
- Friends and Patrons £75
- Public £80
3 August – Ollie Dabbous of 1 star Michelin HIDE restaurant
- 5 course tasting menu + welcome champagne
- Friends and Patrons £90
- Public £95
4 August – Felipe De Jesus and Beefeater London Gin
- 4 course and welcome Gin Cocktail
- Friends and Patrons £66
- Public £71
10 August – Will Bowlby – Kricket Restaurants
- Book launch
- 5 course tasting menu and welcome drink
- Friends and Patrons £75
- Public £80
11 August – Felipe De Jesus – Regional French Cuisine
- 4 course and welcome wine
- Friends and Patrons £66
- Public £71
17 August – Felipe De Jesus – James Knight Seafood of Mayfair
- 4 course and welcome wine
- Friends and Patrons £70
- Public £75
18 August – Felipe De Jesus – James Knight Seafood of Mayfair
- 4 course and welcome wine
- Friends and Patrons £70
- Public £75
24 August – Malin de Silva, Masterchef finalist
- 4 course and welcome wine
- Friends and Patrons £75
- Public £80
25 August – Malin de Silva – MasterChef finalist
- 4 course and welcome cocktail
- Friends and Patrons £75
- Public £80
31 August – Steve Linney – MasterChef Finalist
- 4 course and welcome cocktail
- Friends and Patrons £85
- Public £80
1 September – Felipe De Jesus – Durban Curry Night
- 4 course and welcome cocktail
- Friends and Patrons £60
- Public £65
7 September – Sabrina Gidda (Great British Menu Contestant)
- 4 course and welcome cocktail
- Friends and Patrons £85
- Public £90
8 September – Sabrina Gidda (Great British Menu Contestant)
- 4 course and welcome cocktail
- Friends and Patrons £85
- Public £90
