Powell-Cotton Museum

Powell-Cotton Museum Quex House and Gardens, home of the Powell-Cotton Museum
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Over the last few weeks our gardening team have been transforming the fountain bed displays, changing the annual bedding...
03/06/2026

Over the last few weeks our gardening team have been transforming the fountain bed displays, changing the annual bedding as we welcome the summer months.

After carefully lifting springtime bulbs and generously mulching, the gardeners have planted a mix of Tithonia, Marigolds and Zinnias that have all been grown from seed onsite. Canna and self seeded poppies have also been incorporated into the planting
scheme.

We cannot wait to see these beds develop and grow over the summer adding a variety of colour, height and interest around the fountain!

This Volunteers’ Week, we’re celebrating the incredible people who help make Quex Gardens such a special place in the he...
02/06/2026

This Volunteers’ Week, we’re celebrating the incredible people who help make Quex Gardens such a special place in the heart of Thanet. 🌿

From Lesley, who tends to our sweet peas every week, to David, who discovered a passion for gardening after starting as a steward in Quex House.

To Vic, Ham, Russell and Paul, whose hard work keeps our flower beds looking their best, and our wonderful Sunshine Project volunteers, who support everything from leaf collecting, mulching and propagation to weeding all year round.

Our volunteer community extends far beyond these names. We’re proud to work alongside community groups, college students, people with supported learning disabilities, and residents from local care homes and day centres. Everyone's contribution makes a huge difference.

Thank you to all our garden volunteers. Your time, dedication and enthusiasm help make Quex Gardens the special place it is today.💚

Are you interested in volunteering?

We're always looking for people of all abilities and backgrounds. Visit our website to fill in an application form!

High temperatures this week did not deter The Sunshine Project, who put on hats and suncream and set to work cleaning th...
31/05/2026

High temperatures this week did not deter The Sunshine Project, who put on hats and suncream and set to work cleaning the beautiful terrace area ready for summer visitors and guests to enjoy!

The original reclaimed tiles have had a much need sweep and scrub and the upcycled garden furniture has been restored, painted and washed down ready for summer picnics and relaxing in the shade.

Why not plan a visit and come and enjoy this space and views over the gardens?

We are open Friday to Sunday 11am-4pm.

30/05/2026

Our next Sip & Paint in Quex Gardens is just around the corner

Come and join us on Saturday 27 June for a summer inspired workshop and create your own floral artwork to take home.

Spaces are limited so book soon to avoid missing out!

Our Q***r Nature guided museum tours are returning in June to celebrate Pride Month 🌈On Friday 12 June we’re opening the...
29/05/2026

Our Q***r Nature guided museum tours are returning in June to celebrate Pride Month 🌈

On Friday 12 June we’re opening the museum after hours for a special extended evening edition of this popular tour. Join us to explore the collections with the tour’s creator and expert guide, Fenja Schultz, and enjoy a complimentary drink on arrival.

The evening tour begins at 5:30pm and lasts one hour. Tickets are £20 and include refreshments plus exclusive access to the museum. Book here: https://powell-cottonmuseum.org/event/queer-nature-after-hours/

Across the weekend, from Friday 12 to Sunday 14 June, you can also drop in during our open days to explore with a regular guided tour or follow our all-ages self-guided trail.

Guided tours run at 12:00pm and 2:30pm each day and are included with standard admission.

For families, Young Explorers, and anyone preferring a more relaxed visit, our self-guided trail offers a chance to discover animal and plant diversity across the museum and gardens - encouraging curiosity and a deeper appreciation of the natural world.

10% of admission tickets will be donated to Margate Pride

Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate Africa Day with us yesterday 🌍It was a brilliant day of dancing, drummin...
26/05/2026

Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate Africa Day with us yesterday 🌍

It was a brilliant day of dancing, drumming, printing and discovering stories together.

Here are some of our favourite shots...

If you couldn't make it yesterday, the Kebe Kebe and the stories behind them are here waiting for you to explore. Come and visit us soon!

The butterflies and moths in our handling collection are getting an upgrade 🦋For years, they have been stored pined into...
26/05/2026

The butterflies and moths in our handling collection are getting an upgrade 🦋

For years, they have been stored pined into Tupperware containers, but we now have the resources to rehouse them in more suitable insect display boxes.

This will allow people to see these beautiful creatures and expand access to visitors while limiting the danger they are put in from interactions with people and the environment.

While we carry out important work behind the scenes to care for and preserve our butterfly collection, the displays will be temporarily unavailable to visitors.

But don’t worry, the butterflies will be back soon, and we’ll let you know as soon as the displays return.

Thank you for your patience and understanding!

The Sunshine Project have been busy preparing for the summer season ahead and have tackled a number of late spring jobs...
24/05/2026

The Sunshine Project have been busy preparing for the summer season ahead and have tackled a number of late spring jobs this week.

They have been pricking out Zinnias ready for the Quex Gardens summer bedding display and essential jobs like pruning the Forsythia!

How have you been preparing for summer in the garden?

24/05/2026

Open every day from 11am - 4pm across May half-term break ✨

Just not Tuesday 26 May when we’re closed!

Animals, adventures and family days out await🐘

23/05/2026

Watch the heartwarming stories of our Sunshine Project volunteers and participants as they share what belonging to our community means to them.

This film showcases the value and impact The Sunshine Project makes to our community group volunteers, and allows viewers to learn more about the work that goes into looking after the 8 acres of Quex Gardens, and the people who bring it to life day in day out for everyone’s enjoyment and wellness.

Supported by Association of Independent Museums (AIM) ‘Connecting Communities’ funding strand, part of the UK Government’s ‘Know Your Neighbourhood’ programme.

Address

Quex House And Gardens, Quex Park, Park Lane
Birchington
CT70BH

Opening Hours

Friday 11am - 4pm
Saturday 11am - 4pm
Sunday 11am - 4pm

Telephone

01843 842168

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