The Nash Sessions: Ronnie Scott’s All Stars | Thursday 22 May | 6.30pm to 9pm (performance begins at 7.30pm) | Nash Conservatory, entry via Elizabeth Gate | Member £30, Child member £10, Non-member £40, Child non-member £10 | Includes entry to the Gardens
Join the club’s sensational house band Ronnie Scott’s All Stars as they take you on a journey through the last 60 years of jazz music. Hear incredible music from 1959 to the present day, performed by the UK’s finest jazz musicians. The current Ronnie Scott’s All Stars is led by the ebullient and highly-acclaimed pianist James Pearson. Joining James is bassist Sam Burgess and drummer Chris Higginbottom.
Coming Soon: Joe Wicks Festival at Kew | Sunday 6 July | 9.30am – 6pm | Tickets from £36 adult and £12.75 child
See the nation’s favourite body coach, Joe Wicks, return to Kew Gardens with his feel-good festival this summer. Bringing his signature high-energy style, Joe will be joined by a host of guest experts across four zones, each looking to boost the mental and physical wellness of friends and families.
Wellbeing in Nature
Kew’s popular event series Wellbeing in Nature returns this month, supporting both physical and mental wellbeing within the inspiring surroundings of Kew Gardens’ 320-acre UNESCO World Heritage site. All tickets include entry to Kew Gardens and a 20% discount in our restaurants.
Tai chi | 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 May | 9am – 10am | Mediterranean Garden / Berberis Dell
Boost your physical and mental wellbeing with the centuries-old Chinese martial art, ta chi, amidst the tranquil surroundings of Kew’s Mediterranean Garden. Six week courses also available for beginners and intermediate participants.
Forest bathing | 32 May | 10.30am- 12.30pm | Arboretum
Inspired by the Japanese art of Shinrin-yoku, forest bathing is a sensory woodland walk alongside an expert guide, who will lead participants as they disconnect from the stresses of everyday life. Organised in partnership with the Forest Bathing Institute.
Temperate House Yoga | 16 May, 7.45am – 9am | Temperate House
This one-hour vinyasa flow session is held in the spectacular Temperate House. Enjoy pre-opening classes in the midst of 10,000 rare and endangered plants, led by Anil Jangi, Kew’s own yoga instructor.
Sound baths in nature | 7 & 14 May | 4pm – 5pm | Nash Conservatory
Immerse yourself in the calming sounds of gongs, singing bowls and gentle percussion in a therapeutic sonic experience for relaxation and wellbeing. No previous experience is needed for this expert-led session, making it the perfect opportunity to try a new way of reaching deep meditation and relaxation.
Pilates | 14 May | 10am – 11am | Nash Conservatory
Tone your body in our historic 19th century Nash Conservatory with our special Pilates sessions. Find mindfulness through pairing breathing exercises with movement; our knowledgeable and friendly Pilates instructor will focus on improving your flexibility, strength, and posture.