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Members-Only Bring Your Own Picnic Evening

Queen Charlotte's Cottage at Kew

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When

12 June and 24 July 2026

16:45 - 19:00 (Last entry 17:00)

Ticketing information

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Price: £5.00 for member adults, children part of a membership go free.

All attendees, including children under 5, require a ticket.

This is a members-only event for named Historic Royal Palaces members only. All attendees must hold a valid membership at the time of the event. Terms and conditions apply

Tickets are limited and subject to availability. Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult.


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  • An event exclusively for Historic Royal Palaces members.
  • Bring your own picnic to enjoy outside Queen Charlotte's Cottage.
  • Explore Queen Charlotte's Cottage in small groups, with experts on hand to answer questions.
  • For the duration of this event only, you will not need to purchase admission to Kew Gardens, however please be aware that tickets to visit Kew Gardens are not included in this event ticket.

Relax outside Queen Charlotte's Cottage on this members-only picnic evening. Bring your own picnic, lay out your blanket or set up your chairs and enjoy the peaceful calm of Kew Gardens on a summers evening. With time and space to truly relax, you can enjoy a game of croquet or 'hoop and stick' on the lawn, surrounded by the charm of this historic setting.

Take this opportunity to explore Queen Charlotte's Cottage, a secluded retreat used by Queen Charlotte, her husband George III and their family. With knowledgeable Palace Hosts on hand, you’ll uncover the stories behind this secluded sanctuary.

Further information

  • This event is limited to Queen Charlotte’s Cottage. Access to other areas of Kew Gardens is not included with this event.
  • The entrance and meeting point for this event is Lion's Gate, which is a 15 minute walk to Queen Charlotte's Cottage.
  • This exclusive event has a limited number of tickets so you can enjoy the tranquil space without the crowds.
  • Please help us to keep the gardens clean and take your rubbish with you at the end of the evening.
  • In the event of bad weather, we may have to cancel the picnic evening; refunds will be available in this case.
  • The event is fully accessible. Please email us with any questions or concerns at members@hrp.org.uk prior to booking.
Exterior of Queen Charlotte's Cottage framed by verdant green trees and bushes.
Picnic Room in the Queen Charlotte's Cottage.
Staff members playing a game of 'hoop and stick' in front of Queen Charlotte's Cottage.

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