During the summer of 2024 Kew Gardens ran a Horrible Science inspired experiential activation for families during the 6 week summer holidays.
From the mysterious lives of Foul Fungi to the hidden world of Revolting Roots, Kew’s Horrible Science trail took budding adventurers and hopeful scientists on a tour of the weird, wonderful and sometimes stomach-churning stories from the kingdoms of plants and fungi. With unique input from Kew’s own scientific and horticultural experts, and inspired by the works of author Nick Arnold and illustrator Tony De Saulles, visitors learnt more about Fiendish Flowers, Greedy Greenery and Vicious Veg through a series of interactive installations across Kew this summer. Kew had bespoke illustrations commissioned to include staff members in the narrative of the event to highlight their ongoing work.
Horrible Science books were available at the Kew Gardens shop and Horrible Science-themed food was served at Kew restaurants and cafes.
