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Kew Gardens launches £1million public fundraising plea to save historic Palm House

Kew has secured half of the funding but is now calling on the public to help raise the next £1million

Evening Standard · 4h ago

Plans for south London borough's first Aldi move ahead as M&S in same development to expand

The discount store will replace the former Sports Direct in Kew Retail Park, as part of a wider refresh that includes a bigger Marks and Spencer

Evening Standard · Aug 19

Andy Burnham sends heatwave wildfire mobile phone alerts to millions of Londoners as city frazzles in 34C

The capital sizzled with highs of 34.3 on Friday, the day after the mercury hit 38.1C in Kew Gardens

Evening Standard · Aug 14

Man who smashed stained glass window breaking into historic London church is fined £11,000

Craig Knight, 50, of Waltham Forest, broke into St Anne's Church in Kew while drunk

Evening Standard · Mar 9

Cleaner who stole Kew psychotherapist's wedding ring and Tiffany watch avoids jail

Bulgarian-born Katerina Ivanova stole a diamond ring, a wedding ring and a Tiffany watch while cleaning the home of Margaret Reiser in Kew on August 29 2023, prosecutors said

Evening Standard · Feb 10

Step Inside the Steere Herbarium in the Bronx – And Discover Why Its Ancient Plant Collections Matter Today

From rare specimens to everyday favorites, why these collections are essential for gardeners, scientists, and plant lovers alike

Homes & Gardens · Feb 7

A Dickensian feast at Fortnum & Mason and Christmas at Kew: top festive treats

Enjoy exclusive access to sparkling Priceless Experiences with Mastercard. From sought-after theatre tickets to ice skating by the Thames, ’tis the season for making memories to treasure

The Guardian - UK · Nov 25, 2025

Rare copy of the US Declaration of Independence to be displayed in London

Dunlap prints were the first official printings of the Declaration of Independence and it is believed only around 200 copies were ever made.

Evening Standard · Oct 20, 2025

Iconic London attraction set to close for £60m refurbishment

The project has been described as a ‘pivotal moment’ in the attraction’s history

The Independent UK · Jul 16, 2025

Kew’s Palm House to shut for renovations as part of push towards net zero

The project, which also includes renovations to the Waterlily House, is not expected to start until 2027.

Evening Standard · Jul 16, 2025