Twilight and Saturday Sessions
Suitable for uniformed groups such as Cubs, Beavers, Brownies, Scouts, Guides or for eco/extracurricular clubs.
Visit Wakehurst where outdoor hands-on learning comes to life.
Work towards conservation learning, nature connectedness, exploration or activity badges in our vast landscape and outdoor learning facilities.
Sessions are all led by a qualified teacher.
With our covered learning spaces we can cater for your needs whatever the weather.
Alternatively, email wakehurstschools@kew.org
£170 per group of up to 30 young people. Adult helpers free of charge although we do require a minimum supervision ratio:
Ratios adult to child:
- SENs - 1:1
- Key Stage 1 - 1:5
- Key Stage 2 - 1:8
- Key Stage 3 - 1:10
Twilight sessions available September and October, 4.15pm to 6pm.
Saturday sessions available September to April, 10am to 12pm.
Ages 6-10
Sessions suitable for Cubs, Beavers, Brownies and primary school eco clubs. Take part in our Millennium Seed Bank Challenge then discover the wonders of nature on one of our trails.
Millennium Seed Bank visit
Visit the world famous Millennium Seed Bank the most biodiverse spot on Earth. Find out about smelly seeds, the seeds you might eat for breakfast and explore some of the rare and beautiful seeds from around the world.
Connecting to Nature Trail
Discover the wonder of nature, learning to use your senses to connect with and feel closer to the natural world.
Tremendous Trees Trail
Discover the wonderful collection of trees at Wakehurst and investigate their individual characteristics as you join us on a walk around Wakehurst.
Ages 10-14
Sessions suitable for Scouts, Guides, and upper primary or secondary eco clubs.
Millennium Seed Bank Challenge
Visit the world famous Millennium Seed Bank the most biodiverse spot on Earth. Take part in our exciting Millennium Seed Bank Challenge to find out about the journey of a seed.
Conservation Walk
Walk with us around our beautiful landscapes to discover rare and endangered species at Wakehurst and how they are being conserved for the future.