Public art & sculpture · London
The Hive, Kew Gardens
In or near Tyburn.
The Hive, Kew Gardens in England London, United Kingdom.
Neil Theasby — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Kew Gardens · 0.7 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
About
The Hive, Kew Gardens is a public sculpture in England London, United Kingdom. Britain's public art ranges from Henry Moore reclining figures and Anthony Gormley installations to the Angel of the North and the surviving statues of empire.
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Official information
The Hive is a 17-meter tall installation located in Kew Gardens that simulates the life inside a beehive. Visitors can experience the vibrant sounds and lights that respond to the activity of real bees, celebrating their crucial role in the ecosystem.
Place summary
The Hive is a public art installation located in Kew Gardens, London. Designed to raise awareness about the importance of bees, it features a unique structure that responds to the activity of these insects. The installation combines art and science to highlight ecological themes.
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- Coordinates
- 51.4821, -0.2921
- District
- Richmond upon Thames
- Parish
- Richmond upon Thames, unparished area
- Postcode
- TW9 3AQ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Richmond Park
- Nearest railway station
- Kew Gardens — 0.7 km
- Official site
- www.kew.org
Sources
- wikidata: Q124784386 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Hive, Kew Gardens?
- The Hive, Kew Gardens is in London, United Kingdom (postcode TW9 3AQ), in the parish of Richmond upon Thames, unparished area.
- What is The Hive, Kew Gardens?
- The Hive, Kew Gardens in England London, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to The Hive, Kew Gardens?
- The nearest railway station is Kew Gardens, about 0.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode TW9 3AQ.
- Is The Hive, Kew Gardens free to visit?
- Yes, The Hive, Kew Gardens is free to enter.
- How do I get to The Hive, Kew Gardens?
- The nearest railway station is Kew Gardens, about 0.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode TW9 3AQ.