Kew Summer Swing Festival '10

Summer Swing at Kew Gardens, Richmond is a series of concerts which takes place from Tuesday 6th until Saturday 10th July.

Line-up

The line-up for these evening events with the chance to enjoy a picnic beforehand is as follows:
Tuesday 6th July: Jools Holland, returns for his annual visit to Kew, with special guest stars. Tickets are priced at £35.
Wednesday 7th July: ABBA-mania with Björn Again. Supporting will be The Original Bucks Fizz. Tickets are priced at £32.50.
Thursday 8th July: Dancing in the Streets. Tickets are priced at £32.50.
Friday 9th July: Bootleg Beatles return to Kew, with the UK Beach Boys in support. Tickets are priced at £35.
Saturday 10th July: Another kind of Magic. Queen: A Symphonic Rock Spectacular. Tickets are priced at £35.

Tickets

The ticket price varies from £32.50 to £35 depending on show. Children under 5 go free; 5 years and over require full price ticket. Each ticket sold supports the vital global research, education and conservation work of Kew. Tickets go on sale at 9am on Monday 1 March 2010.

On site

Kew also hosts the Swing Village which offers a variety of foods to buy, and free products to try. This year's sponsor, Wines of South Africa, will be providing great deals on an exciting range of wines.

Timings

The concert ticket does not include daytime entry to the gardens. On concert days the gardens will close at 6.00pm (last entry 5.15pm). Approximate timings: Gates open 6.30pm Music starts 7.30pm approx Support - 7.30pm - 8.30pm approx; Main act 8.50pm - 10.15pm Firework 10.15pm approx.

Getting there

Entrance for all ticket holders is via Victoria Gate or Lion Gate on Kew Road (A307). Ticket collection is from 6.00pm at Victoria Gate; after collecting tickets, patrons should then join the main queue.

Seating

At The Concert No seating is provided so do bring your own picnic rugs and a picnic.

For safety reasons, all naked flames (ie. barbecues, candles, flares and lanterns), gazebos and picnic tables are not allowed.

Disabled guests

The nearest disabled parking to the concert entrance is on Kew Green and at the car park near Brentford Gate. However space is available outside Pavilion Gate (halfway between Victoria Gate and Lion Gate) for dropping off disabled visitors, please note this gate is ONLY available for disabled visitors; all other visitors should use Victoria Gate or Lion Gate. Within the arena an area is roped off for disabled guests No concessions for carers.

Please note this is a non-camping event. More information will be here when available.