About This Event

What are lichens? Why are they important? Have you ever wondered what they look like under a microscope? Discover the hidden worlds of Kew on a one-hour walking tour of the Gardens with a Kew lichenologist - a scientist that studies lichens! Using hand lenses and guided observations, visitors will encounter lichens to learn about these incredible, but rarely noticed, micro-ecosystems and gain greater appreciation of plants and fungi you’ve no doubt walked past countless times before. ✨ Are you a Kew Member? Get discounted tickets by following this link . In order to qualify for member rates, you will be required to enter your membership number at checkout. Tour Details 📅 Date: Select Mondays 🕚 Time: 11am-12pm 📍 Location: Meet at Victoria Plaza 🚌 Tour route includes: - Victoria Pond and historic stonework - Rock Garden - Mature trees 🎟️ Ticket prices: - Members: £35 - Non-members: £40 Ticket price includes general admission to the Gardens for the day 👤 Age requirement: Minimum age is 12 years Guests aged 12–17 must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 or over The accompanying adult must also have a ticket for the tour ❓ Need more information?: Please see the Lichen Tour FAQs here . Did you know? Kew is a charity. By booking a ticket for this tour, you are directly supporting our mission to understand and protect plants and fungi, for the wellbeing of people and the future of all life on Earth.

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