Veterans Outreach - Garden Party
Veterans Outreach - Veterans' Picnic
Date: Thursday 24 September 2026
Time: 10:30 - 14:30
Duration: 4 hours
Location: National Memorial Arboretum, Alrewas, Staffordshire
Join us at the National Memorial Arboretum for a memorable day of comradeship with the Chelsea Pensioners and fellow veterans. This special Veterans Outreach Garden Party brings together the veteran community for a relaxed afternoon featuring a buffet lunch, live entertainment from The Not Forgotten Association, Pearl Duce and the Chelsea Pensioners Singers, plus a raffle.
If you've served in the Armed Forces, you're warmly invited to join us. The event is free for veterans. Whether you served many years ago or more recently, we'd love to welcome you, hear your story, and introduce you to the Chelsea Pensioners.
You'll also have the opportunity to meet the Royal Hospital Chelsea Veterans Outreach Team, who are dedicated to supporting veterans and strengthening connections across the military community.
If you need a little extra support, you're welcome to bring one carer, family member or friend along to enjoy the day with you.
Whether you're reconnecting with old friends or meeting new ones, this is a fantastic opportunity to celebrate friendship, service and the enduring spirit of the armed forces community.
Additional Information
Additional information
- Event starts at 10:30
- Event finishes at 14:30
- Please bring: Photo ID (passport/driving licence or similar) and any documentation confirming your status as a veteran.
- Dress: Smart casual
- If you need support, you are welcome to bring along a carer, friend, or family member, but this is limited to a plus one only please.
- Over 18s only
- No dogs except for registered assistance dogs
No parking for vehicles other than mobility or minibuses booked in advance, to do so please contact George Hayden.
Please note, if you are a Veterans Club or Group please contact George Hayden to arrange group bookings.