Autumn Talks at Emmetts: Seeds for the Future and for Today with Dr Christopher Cockel –Sun
Step into the fascinating world of seeds, plants and global conservation with Kew Gardens scientist, Dr Christopher Cockel. This event is part of the Emmetts Garden Autumn Festival.
- Booking essential
Join Kew Gardens scientist, Dr Christopher Cockell to discover how seeds travel across landscapes and generations and the crucial role they play in protecting the future of plant life.
Blending science with big-picture thinking, this engaging talk explores how we can better understand and support the plants that sustain our world, offering fresh insight into the challenges and possibilities of conservation today. Followed by a Q&A.
About the speaker: Christopher Cockell coordinates ‘Native Seeds for Restoration: Diversity and Resilience in the UK’ which is funded by the Players of the People’s Postcode Lottery. This brings together Kew’s science, seed collections and horticultural expertise to support UK habitat conservation and restoration in the UK. He also manages some of the Millennium Seed Bank’s partnerships in Asia, including with partners in India, Malaysia, Nepal, Taiwan, and Vietnam, with a particular focus on the Pakistan Medicinal Trees and Shrubs Project which is part of the Garfield Weston-funded Global Tree Seed Bank Programme.
Ticketing information:
Looking to make a day of it? A £25 Sunday full-day pass is available and offers a saving of £15 compared to booking all talks individually. Please see the separate event listing for details.
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Prices
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
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| All All | £10.00 |
The basics
- Booking number
Call 0344 249 1895
- Accessibility
Step free access but, please note, the meadow may be muddy due to wet weather.
- Meeting point
This event takes place on the meadow under a marquee. Please head to the Visitor Centre on arrival with ticket confirmation.
- Suitability for children
Content aimed at an adult audience, but children are welcome.
- What to bring and wear
Please dress for the autumn weather. Takes place outside, within a marquee.
- Other
Children would also need a ticket to attend.
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