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.

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! 

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 Treasures of the Royal Hospital Chelsea Tour. Now running every Wednesday until 9th December 2026.

Get to know your neighbours and the Chelsea Pensioners over a cuppa at our monthly free coffee morning. Play games, discuss current affairs or our unique art and history collection, reminisce or simply meet new people, all in the historic setting of the Royal Hospital's Soane Stable Yard.

Join former English National Ballet dancer Alice Crawford for our fortnightly expressive and joyful movement classes for older people and people affected by dementia.

Experience the 330-year-old buildings of the Royal Hospital Chelsea in a totally new way. Each month we will host a relaxed, sensory session. Smell the aromas of the delicious food served in the Great Hall, hear beautiful organ music in the Wren Chapel, or take in the stunning Christopher Wren architecture. 

The Royal Hospital Chelsea are delighted to host the Veterans Outreach Garden Party at the National Memorial Arboretum. Join us for a memorable day of comradeship with the Chelsea Pensioners and fellow veterans.

Join Janet Bounds as she shares an insight into the world of mudlarking in this fascinating talk about her discoveries along the River Thames.

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.

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.

Step into the daily life of the Chelsea Pensioners through a hands-on encounter with objects and stories from the Royal Hospital’s history.

Join us in our beautiful State Apartments for a fascinating talk with Paul French, a New York Times bestselling author and leading expert on Chinese history. Paul studied and worked in China for over 20 years, living in both Shanghai and Beijing, and brings this deep experience to his latest work, The Last Emperor of China, which highlights the previously overlooked stories of the women who surrounded the emperor and dispels long-held myths about his relationship with his wife.