Works Across the Estate

We are giving our site some TLC during 2024. It’s a really exciting time, but does mean that some areas will be inaccessible and noisier at various times.

When you’re visiting us please follow signs and keep to designated routes, and enjoy your visit.

Nature + Love

The Natural History Gallery will be closed from 4 March 2024 for redisplay, and will not reopen until 2026. The Natural History Gallery Balcony is now closed.

Parts of the Gardens will also undergoing redevelopment as part of Nature + Love from the autumn. Some areas and paths will be inaccessible, particularly around the old Boating Pond, Bandstand and South Downs Meadow. Please follow signage onsite, be aware of increased vehicle traffic and keep up to date with project news: Nature + Love.