Art Dinner 2026

Join us for a remarkable evening of sculpture and a sumptuous three-course meal in the heart of one of London’s most iconic heritage sites, the Royal Hospital Chelsea.

Date: Thursday 29 October 2026
Time: 18:30 - 22:00
Duration: 3.5 hours
Location: Royal Hospital Chelsea - State Apartments

This exclusive evening will be held in the historic State Apartments of the Royal Hospital Chelsea, offering a rare opportunity to view the Hospital’s private collection of iconic Old Master paintings by Van Dyck, Lely, and Kneller. 

As guests enjoy dinner, they’ll witness acclaimed artist Hywel Pratley sculpting live, sharing personal insights into his techniques and inspirations, and creating an unforgettable evening of art in action. 

For more information on Pratley, and a chance to take a look at his work, please visit his website here.

A small auction featuring a carefully curated selection of works of artistic interest will be held after dinner. 

Tickets are £350 per person, with all proceeds going directly to support the Chelsea Pensioners.

If you are interested in a corporate table or booking a whole table to be hosted privately for you and your guests, please contact Miel Simond at miel.simond@chelsea-pensioners.org.uk.

We hope you will join us for what we’re certain will be incredible night. 

Please note: We endeavour to seat all attendees alongside their guests but are unable to guarantee this unless an entire table is purchased. All ticket sales are final and non-refundable.