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Composting and Reed Bed Sustainability Experience

Composting and Reed Bed Sustainability Experience

Thursday 9th July 2026

Sustainable Systems in Action

Carefully designed with layers of gravel, willow, reeds and nettles, the reed bed system naturally filters and purifies wastewater, demonstrating how ecological engineering can work in harmony with nature. The result is a thriving pond, rich in wildlife.

The tour also explores Highgrove’s composting operations. Rooted in sustainable, organic principles, garden prunings, leaf waste and green material are transformed to enrich the soil, support biodiversity and promote regeneration—an inspiring example of environmental best practice.

Programme

9:45am - Guests arrive
10:00am - Composting and Reed Bed Sustainability Experience begins
11:00am - Return to Garden Room for Q&A
11:30am - Cream tea served in the Garden Room
1:00pm - Guests depart

Refreshments in the Garden Room

After your tour, you will have time to dine in the elegant surroundings of the Garden Room, where you can indulge in a delicious cream tea.

Visit the Highgrove Shop at The Coronation Pavilion

Allow time to browse in the Highgrove Shop at The Coronation Pavilion during your visit, where you’ll find a selection of bespoke Highgrove products, including special edition artworks.

Inspired by the gardens, our collection includes a delicious range of Highgrove food and alcohol, homeware, and accessories, as well as other unique pieces exclusively designed for Highgrove.

Important Information

Two exclusive tours are available, each limited to just 16 guests.
All guests will be served the same cream tea unless they have a dietary requirement; these will be catered for individually. We must receive this information no later than 10 days before the tour date; dietary requirements stated on the day will not be catered for.
Highgrove is the private home of Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla. All visitors must bring a form of photographic ID, ideally a passport, driving licence, or bus pass.
Due to the landscape and nature of the Gardens, wheelchairs and mobility scooters should be well suited to rough, uneven ground, gravel, and rugged pathways. Some surfaces may also be slippery when wet. We suggest wearing sturdy shoes or wellington boots and suitable outdoor clothing, especially in wet weather. If you have any accessibility concerns, please contact our Customer Services team to discuss your requirements. Please email customerservices@highgrovegardens.com.
The use of mobile phones and cameras (including dash cam recording) is restricted to certain areas of the Estate, which will be explained to you on entry. Binoculars and other forms of recording equipment are not allowed for security reasons.
Random bag checks may be carried out for security reasons.
Smoking, including vaping and the use of e-cigarettes, is not permitted anywhere at Highgrove.
Vehicles with dogs will not be permitted entry (excludes pre-booked service dogs).
Please aim to arrive up to 15 minutes before your Garden Tour to allow time for security checks.
For further information, please refer to our FAQs.

Plan your Visit

The sale of highgrove products, garden tours and events support the charitable work of the king’s foundation.