Kew Green Park
Public green space adjacent to Kew Gardens
A short walk from the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew Green is a public common beside the Thames where people picnic, play cricket and move between Kew Bridge and Kew Gardens.
Kew Green at a Glance#
Address: Kew Green, Kew, Richmond, London TW9
Hours: Public space - open daily
Admission: Free
About Kew Green#
Kew Green is a public village green in the district of Kew in the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames, adjacent to the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. It functions as an open communal space at the heart of the Kew neighbourhood.
A central grassy square lined by trees, the green is bounded by residential and historic buildings and includes a cricket pitch used by local clubs. The space is used for informal recreation, local events and provides views across to Kew Palace and the botanic gardens on its eastern edge.
The green has long served as the community’s open space and sports ground, and its form and use reflect the area’s village character. Several listed and historic buildings face onto the green and contribute to the streetscape.
Kew Green sits within the Kew neighbourhood in west London, immediately west of the Royal Botanic Gardens and near Kew Gardens railway and underground stations.
- Proximity to Kew Gardens: Sits immediately west of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, making it a convenient green space to visit before or after the gardens.
- Cricket ground: Contains a traditional village cricket ground used by local clubs and occasional community events.
How to Get to Kew Green#
Kew Green sits on Kew Road (A307) in Richmond, west London. The nearest stations are Kew Gardens (London Underground District Line and London Overground) about a 5-10 minute walk, and Kew Bridge (National Rail) about 10-15 minutes on foot.
Tips for Visiting Kew Green#
- Arrive before late afternoon to enjoy quieter green space and cafés on the north side.
- Look for worn depressions in the grass near garden edges-these reveal long-standing pedestrian routes older than the paths.
- Combine a visit with Kew Gardens across Kew Road to see contrasting historic landscapes.
Best Time to Visit Kew Green#
Kew Green is accessible year-round; spring and summer deliver the most agreeable weather and the liveliest local activity.
Weather & Climate near Kew Green#
Kew Green's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 23°C. Moderate rainfall (607 mm/year), distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 2° - 8° | 2° | 58 mm | overcast | 93% | 4.3 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.2h |
| February | Acceptable | 2° - 8° | 2° | 37 mm | overcast | 90% | 4.2 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.8h |
| March | Acceptable | 3° - 11° | 4° | 45 mm | overcast | 86% | 4.3 m/s | 0.4 low | 11.7h |
| April | Acceptable | 5° - 14° | 7° | 43 mm | overcast | 81% | 4.0 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 13.7h |
| May | Good | 8° - 18° | 13° | 49 mm | overcast | 79% | 3.8 m/s | 1.2 high | 15.4h |
| June | Good | 11° - 21° | 16° | 54 mm | overcast | 78% | 3.5 m/s | 1.4 high | 16.3h |
| July | Very Good | 13° - 23° | 18° | 42 mm | overcast | 76% | 3.5 m/s | 1.4 high | 15.9h |
| August | Very Good | 13° - 23° | 18° | 49 mm | overcast | 78% | 3.3 m/s | 1.1 high | 14.4h |
| September | Good | 10° - 19° | 15° | 56 mm | overcast | 81% | 3.4 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 12.5h |
| October | Good | 8° - 15° | 11° | 59 mm | overcast | 87% | 3.5 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.5h |
| November | Acceptable | 5° - 11° | 5° | 58 mm | overcast | 92% | 3.7 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.7h |
| December | Poor | 3° - 9° | 3° | 57 mm | overcast | 94% | 4.0 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.7h |
