Families in Chelsea: Family: The Singing Garden – Music of Plants and Folklore
Location:
Chelsea Physic Garden
Date & time:
Sunday 2 Aug 2026, 11.00am - 12.00pm
Price:
£20.00 to £25.00
Explore plant folklore, birdsong, games and music on an interactive guided walk through the Garden.
About the event
Led by singer and composer Muco, this family-friendly guided walk explores the links between plants, wildlife, herbs, medicine and British musical folklore. Families will journey through the Garden while discovering songs, stories, games and musical traditions inspired by the natural world.
Along the way, expect beekeeping spells, summer rounds, birdsong melodies and tales of bards, fairies, foxes, healers, poisoners and magical plants.
No musical experience is needed, just curiosity and a willingness to join in.
Part of Summer Family Programming at Chelsea Heritage Quarter.
Additional information
Interactive session with group singing, listening activities, musical games and vocal exploration. About Muco copy available on the CPG page if you want to include a speaker/artist bio.
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.
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