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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.

Discover the history, beauty, and stories of the Royal Hospital Chelsea by joining one of our guided tours during the Chelsea History Festival. 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.

Join a Chelsea Pensioner Guide for an exclusive, behind‑the‑scenes tour of the magnificent State Apartments at the heart of the Royal Hospital Chelsea. 

Join the widely acclaimed Royal Hospital Chelsea Chapel Choir in celebrating the 75th anniversary of the Elgar Society, with a concert of his finest sacred and secular choral music.

Conducted personally by one of the Chelsea Pensioners, this tour transports participants from the dawn of Restoration England through to the Napoleonic Wars and into the austerity of two World Wars.

Step back in time and explore daily life during the Second World War with military historian Paul Hunt at the Soane Stable Yard.

Cut, stick and create your own colourful collage inspired by places, journeys and stories. A fun, relaxed workshop for families using recycled materials.

Join artist Sarah Stadler for a relaxing and inspiring introduction to watercolour painting in the beautiful surroundings of the Soane Stable Yard.

Step back in time at Living History at the Soane Stable Yard, where a vibrant cast of reenactors brings Chelsea’s extraordinary past to life, from the days of Roman Londinium to the revolutionary spirit of the 20th century.

Join Sir Christopher Wren himself for a lively, family-friendly 30-minute tour of the Royal Hospital Chelsea. These free guided walks offer a rare chance to explore the historic heart of the site with the man who designed it  or at least, the next best thing

Chelsea Pensioner Roy Palmer, our resident poet, shares his powerful, factual poetry inspired by his life, his beloved wife Muriel, and the stories that shaped him. Join this special session to hear Roy read his work and reflect on an extraordinary life lived with humour, love and resilience

Discover the events and impact of the Battle of Tamai, personal experiences of the battlefield, and the links between the battle and the Royal Hospital Chelsea in this talk from Ian McLeod.