Things to do

Runn projects for nature and heritage conservation in South and West London that help people to get involved in exploring, enjoying and enriching the places they care about

A peaceful nature reserve and walk along the tow path between Barnes and Embankment to the east (11 miles), and to Teddington in the west (12 miles)

A circular, 2-3 miles walk (depending on your route) designed to show Barnes at its best. Can be completed in 1 hour if you’re in a hurry

A community kitchen garden for teaching local residents, schools and community groups about growing food and horticulture.

Provides community facilities and a programme of local events aimed at bringing people to the river, who might otherwise not come.

A restored 18th Century villa surrounded by 65 acres of landscaped gardens. There is no charge for visiting the Gardens and Conservatory and an entry fee to the House.

Dedicated to enhancing the beauty and character of Kew’s historic legacy of buildings and green spaces and keeping residents & visitors in touch with what is happening in the community.

A UNESCO World Heritage site, it’s world-famous collection of over 50,000 living plants and species, spread across a 326-acre site with 40 historically important buildings (including the world’s largest Victorian glasshouse), makes Kew Gardens one of the most biodiverse places on Earth

Tells the story of how people have captured and listened to music over the last four centuries, from tiny music boxes to the Mighty Wurlitzer theatre organ