Autumn Crafternoon: Bee Bug Crafty
Location:
Chelsea Physic Garden
Date & time:
Sunday 13 Sep 2026, 11.00am - 1.00pm
Price:
£10.00 to £15.00
Get creative with a hands-on family workshop inspired by the bugs, birds and small creatures that help keep the Garden thriving.
About the event
Celebrate the changing season with a creative family workshop inspired by the wildlife of Chelsea Physic Garden.
Begin with a short trail through the Garden, looking closely at different shapes, textures and habitats. Families will then use natural materials including twigs, leaves, conkers and acorns to create their own bugs, birds and imaginary garden creatures to take home.
All tools and materials are provided, and tickets include entry to the Garden for the whole day. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Additional information
Children must be accompanied by an adult. Garden admission for the day is included.
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.
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.
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. This person can accompany a maximum of four children per event. Where permitted, any child over the age of two needs their own seat for events.
The event organiser cannot be responsible for unsupervised children.
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