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Festival of Plants 2026 at Cambridge University Botanic Garden
Cambridge University Botanic Garden, 1 Brookside, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB2 1JE
6th June 10:00am - 5:00pm
Set in our beautiful landscape, the Festival of Plants celebrates the wonder of plants when the Garden is in full bloom.
A fun-filled, fact-finding day out with something for everyone to enjoy: from gardeners to budding plant scientists; families to photographers or anyone looking to spend an interesting day in the Garden when it is brimming with summer colour.
Visitors can enjoy:
🌿Free tours of the Garden
🌿Bitesize talks in the Grow and Tell marquee
🌿Hands-on activities in the Plant Science marquee
🌿Ask the Gardener
🌿Family crafts inspired by our roses
🌿Plant Explainers who are happy to chat about our collection
🌿Live music and entertainment throughout the day
🌿Food trucks
🌿Craft stalls
The Garden Shop, Gift Shop and Garden Cafe will also be open.
View AttractionOpening Times
10.00 - 17.00
Prices
See our website for details.
Facilities
Café
Picnic Site
Disabled Access
Toilets
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