Chiswick House & Gardens
A thriving 350-year-old haven in West London, open to everyone every day.
Gardens: Open daily 7am–dusk (free for all)
Kitchen Garden Open:
Thursday – Friday from the 5 March
Thursday – Sunday from the 26 March Chiswick House is a magnificent neo-Palladian villa set in 65 acres of beautiful historic gardens in west London. The Gardens are free to visit and open every day from 7am until dusk. Chiswick House & Kitchen Garden
Open every Thursday to Sunday, 10am - 4pm
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01/06/2026
This Volunteers' Week, we want to say a big THANK YOU to our terrific volunteers, who have contributed many hours to making these spaces as beautiful and special as they are.
Here are just a few of the highlights celebrating their contributions 🌟
If you're in the Café this week, do look out for the special display spotlighting all the valuable tasks that our volunteers support us with.
23/05/2026
🌱 Fancy getting your hands dirty this May half-term?
Join us next week for Gardening Together at Chiswick House & Gardens, a relaxed afternoon of planting, seed sowing and helping care for the gardens alongside our friendly Gardens team.
Perfect for families, little nature lovers and anyone looking to spend more time outdoors, meet new people and enjoy the gardens. No gardening experience needed, just bring your curiosity (and maybe clothes you don’t mind getting muddy ).
🌿 Come along, dig in and help the gardens grow.
This event is free to join but registration is required
Book now https://ow.ly/yTp550Z1IbV
20/05/2026
With our new Learning Hub & Yard approaching completion, come along for a guided tour of these new spaces tomorrow morning to learn about how they will impact the future of Chiswick House & Gardens.
If you donated to our Crowdfunder, this is your chance to hear first-hand how your support will make a lasting impact on these spaces and create new opportunities for schools, community groups, volunteers and visitors.
📅 Thursday 21 May, 10.30am-11.30am
📍Kitchen Garden. Meeting Point: Kitchen Garden Gates
🎟️ Free; book your spot: https://ow.ly/tiqJ50Z2iyR
19/05/2026
Did you know? The first RHS - Royal Horticultural Society garden was opened in 1822, right here in Chiswick 🌷
With the opening of Chelsea Flower Show, our Head of Gardens Rosie Fyles writes about the history of the RHS and Chiswick, sharing her insights on the artistry of horticulture. Read her article in The Chiswick Calendar: https://ow.ly/6gr450Z1C9G
We are also thrilled to celebrate our Gardener Kate Campbell who is currently exhibiting at the show and has received the Silver Gilt medal for 'The Plant Heritage Missing Collector Garden', pictured here. Well done to Kate and her colleagues!
19/05/2026
🎪 Giffords Circus returns to Chiswick House & Gardens next week with their brand-new 2026 show, Waterfield. ✨
Inspired by the English countryside and filled with Giffords’ signature mix of charm, theatre and spectacle, Waterfield brings together breath-taking acrobatics, comedy and extraordinary performances beneath the big top.
Whether you’re planning a family day out, a summer evening with friends or simply looking for something magical to experience this season, Giffords Circus offers unforgettable entertainment for all ages.
📍 Chiswick House & Gardens
📅 Thursday 21 May – Sunday 7 June
Book now https://ow.ly/vyPv50Z0bLa