Tour

Medicinal Trees Tour

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Location:
Chelsea Physic Garden

Date & time:
Friday 26 Sep 2025, 11.00am - 1.00pm

Price:
£20.00

Uncover the history and uses of the medicinal trees in London’s oldest botanical garden on this special tour with Greg Packman.

About the event

Chelsea Physic Garden is home to thousands of plant species with uses that range from medicine and clothing to tools, shelter and food. The collection includes over 100 species of tree, many of which are rare in Britain.

Pomegranate, avocado, ginkgo and eucalyptus trees can all be found growing here, not to mention Britain’s largest outdoor fruiting olive tree and the world’s most northerly outdoor grapefruit tree.

Arboriculturist Greg Packman will take you on a two-hour tour, revealing the history of the Garden’s many medicinal trees.

Additional information

This event is eligible for our 20% ticket bundle discount.

Book tickets to three or more different events across the festival and you can save 20%. Tickets must be purchased in the same transaction and the discount will automatically be applied within the basket.

About the speaker

Greg Packman is a multi-award winning arboriculturist working in London, specialising in tree management in urban parks. Greg has worked in locations such as Hyde Park, St James’s Park, City of London, Epping Forest, Inner Temple Gardens and Brompton Cemetery amongst other locations. Greg’s work focuses on tree health, tree risk management, landscape management and ecological management.

FAQs

Is the Chelsea Physic Garden accessible?

Most of the Garden is fully accessible, with the exception of the first floor Gallery at Chelsea Physic Garden which is used only for special events and is only accessible via a narrow 22 step staircase with a handrail.

If you are attending an event and need help please get in touch at enquiries@chelseaphysicgarden.co.uk or call 0207 352 5646.

Are bikes or scooters allowed?

Bikes (including folding bikes) and scooters are not permitted. There are bike racks located along Royal Hospital Road. These can be used to secure any bikes and scooters.

Please do not secure any bikes or scooters to the railings outside the Royal Hospital Chelsea or Burton Court. Any items secure to these railings will be removed.

Can I bring children?

Please adhere to the age range specified for events on the listings page and if appropriate please book a ticket for your child. Children under 18 must be accompanied by a responsible adult approved by the parent/guardian. The event organiser cannot be responsible for unsupervised children.