Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, (also known as Kew Gardens), Kew, England
Record Id: 2864
Site is open to the public. Opening may be limited, please check Visitor Information for any restrictions.
Brief description of site
Kew is a botanic garden of international repute, founded in 1759 by Princess Augusta and eventually incorporating two 18th-century gardens.
Brief history of site
The gardens were founded by Princess Augusta.
Location information:
Address: Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, Richmond, Surrey, TW9 3AB
Locality: Kew
Local Authorities:
Greater London; Richmond upon Thames
Historical County: Surrey
| OS Landranger Map Sheet Number: | 176 | Grid Ref: | TQ182765 |
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| Latitude: | 51.47512 | Longitude: | -0.2994544 |
Directions:
There are good public transport links and limited parking. Extensive details are given at:
http://www.kew.org/visitor/findkew.html
Key information:
Form of site: botanic garden
Current use of site: botanic garden
Context or principal building: glasshouse
Site first created: 1759
Main period of development: Mid 18th century
Survival: Extant
Site Size (Hectares): 124
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