What's on

Discover the history, beauty, and stories of the Royal Hospital Chelsea by joining one of our guided tours, led by a Chelsea Pensioner. You’ll explore some of the most stunning historic buildings in London and gain an insider’s perspective on what life is like as part of this unique community.

The Treasure House Fair is held at the Royal Hospital Chelsea at the height of London’s summer season each year. The Fair brings together exhibitors from around the world representing the widest range of disciplines available.

Step behind the gates of the Royal Hospital Chelsea after hours for an unforgettable evening tour led by one of our iconic Chelsea Pensioners. As the sun sets and the site falls quiet, you’ll be guided through the historic grounds under the cover of night – hearing stories rarely shared in the daylight.

Discover the Chelsea Pensioners’ own private regimental museum - rarely seen by the public. Step inside one of the Royal Hospital Chelsea’s most special spaces with our exclusive Wellington Hall Museum Tour. Running on select Wednesdays during May & June, and weekly throughout July & August.

Free drop‑in activity

Discover what life was like on the Home Front during the Second World War with military historian Paul Hunt.

Join expert guide Edward Richards on a British Sign Language (BSL) tour of the Royal Hospital Chelsea.

Join the Chelsea Pensioner Singers for two uplifting summer performances in the beautiful surroundings of the Soane Stable Yard.

Try your hand at a new type of art each month in our dementia-inclusive creative session, taking place in the historic setting of the Soane Stable Yard and inspired by the rich heritage of the Royal Hospital Chelsea. 

Pedalling from venue to venue with all of their set, props and costumes on the back of their bikes, the HandleBards are a four-strong troupe of actors who are spending the summer bringing environmentally sustainable Shakespeare to venues across the UK.

Join the troupe at Royal Hospital Chelsea’s Soane Stable Yard for a bicycle-powered production of Shakespeare’s 'As You Like it' as you’ve never seen before.

Join us for a fascinating talk on The Vietnam War, presented by author, Andrew Wiest, here at the Royal Hospital Chelsea. Veterans wishing to book, please emai VeteransOutreach@chelsea-pensioners.org.uk

Our monthly dementia-inclusive singing group provides an opportunity for local older people and those affected by dementia to come together, have fun and improve their wellbeing. Enjoy a good, hearty singing session and exercise your mind and soul. And don’t worry if you think you can’t sing - it's all about enjoying yourself! 

Chelsea Pensioners Veterans Outreach and the Defence Garden Scheme welcomes all older veterans from the Tri-Services and the Merchant Navy, in receipt of a state pension, to join us to learn how to grow your own salad crops.