Explore our programmes
Community Access Scheme
An annual membership designed for organisations supporting people who may experience barriers to visiting.
What's On: Discovery and Access
Join accessible tours, boost your wellbeing and take part in our science with our free community activities.
Wakehurst's Community Festival
Explore the gardens for free during this annual Spring festival and discover what our community programmes have to offer.
Work experience
Wakehurts offers a range of opportunities for young people to explore and learn about the variety of careers an organisation like Wakehurst has to offer. From longer term supported internships to intensive week long placements in a variety of departments.
One Week Work Experience
Work experience opportunites for young people - from the Millennium Seed Bank to Marketing, the Visitor Centre, Horticulture or Learning.
Team Domenica Work Experience
Proud to be a partner of Team Domenica, helping young people with learning disabilities get into the workplace.
Roots In
A supported introduction to horticulture and conservation for individuals with special educational needs or disabilities, and adults reentering the workforce.
Growing Futures
As part of Weald to Waves' 100 Mile Classroom with Knepp, for young people to connect with nature and explore a variety of green careers.
Youth Voice Project
A week of experience for young storytellers, from storyboarding and scripting to capturing and editing video for communicating about nature.
Citizen Science
Contribute to vital research by helping our scientists collect and explore important environmental data. Your observations can make a real difference in understanding and protecting the natural world.
Nature Unlocked - Trees for Bees
Join our Trees for Bees citizen scientists, and help us learn about the secrets of pollinators.
Nature Unlocked - Biological Societies Bioblitz
Be a part of Nature Unlocked and help with our bioblitz! Learn about biological surveys in these fun and accessible sessions.
Discover our accessible resources
Visual guide
Our visual guide can help you plan and enjoy your visit to Wakehurst, including what to expect during your visit, and top tips to help you have a fantastic time.
Accessibility map
This map of Wakehurst prioritises accessibility information and highlights areas of sensory interest.