Richard Osman’s international bestselling novel, The Thursday Murder Club, is set to hit Netflix as a hotly anticipated film next week. To celebrate, Netflix has teamed up with the RHS to launch a series of immersive themed trails. At RHS Garden Wisley, visitors can explore the trail from Friday August 22 to Thursday August 28 - and also indulge in an afternoon tea inspired by the film.
Netflix is taking a detour from the red carpet this week to explore the UK’s most beautiful gardens, teaming up with the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) to celebrate the launch of the hotly anticipated film, The Thursday Murder Club.
Based on Richard Osman’s international bestselling novel, and directed by Chris Columbus, the film stars Helen Mirren, Pierce Brosnan, Ben Kingsley, and Celia Imrie as the irrepressible retirees who solve cold case murders for fun before a thrilling turn of events leaves them with a real whodunit on their hands.
For a whole week, from Friday August 22 to Thursday August 28, fans of the much-loved books will be able to immerse themselves in a heady combination of homicide and horticulture at RHS Garden Wisley and other RHS gardens, all in the name of cosy crime fun.
RHS visitors can dive into the beloved The Thursday Murder Club phenomenon with an immersive experience across five RHS gardens, including RHS Garden Wisley in Surrey.
They'll enjoy exclusive activities, clues, and prizes; from interacting with film billboards meticulously brought to life in flowers, to channel their inner sleuths in scavenger hunts for themed prizes.
A murderously good afternoon tea at Wisley
For those with a taste for something truly killer, visitors to RHS Wisley can even indulge in a murderously good afternoon tea at Joyce's Tearoom (aka the Terrace Restaurant).
Named in honour of the character played by Celia Imrie in the film, the menu is packed with delightful nods to the gang, from Elizabeth's Earl Grey (with a twist) to Ibrahim's Calming Chamomile.
And fans certainly won't want to miss Joyce's famous Lemon Drizzle or Ron's must-try Sausage Rolls – some might say they’re to die for.
Principal photography for The Thursday Murder Club began at Shepperton Studios in Surrey in June 2024, where sets were constructed across the studio’s impressive sound stages.
Shepperton Studios, which is part of the Pinewood Group and home to a 14-stage Netflix production hub, is now the second biggest film studio in the world.
- The Thursday Murder Club trail is included in the RHS Garden Wisley entry. Tickets for the garden can be purchased online or on-site, see the RHS website.
- The Thursday Murder Club film will be in select cinemas from Friday August 22 and on Netflix from Thursday August 28.
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