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Veterans Outreach - Veterans' Picnic

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Veterans Outreach: Veterans' Picnic

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Veterans Outreach - Veterans' Picnic

Date: Tue 5th Aug 2025 
Start Time: 11.00am

The Royal Hospital Chelsea is delighted to host the CPVO Veterans’ Picnic this summer - a relaxed and friendly afternoon of food, music and conversation in the beautiful surroundings of our North Front.

All attendees are invited to enjoy a picnic buffet, live music, singing, and a selection of other light-hearted activities throughout the day. Several service charities and veteran support organisations will also be on hand to offer guidance and connect you with useful resources.
 

Chelsea Pensioners and veterans enjoy themselves at the annual picnic at The Royal Hospital Chelsea.


Schedule:

  • 10.30 – 11.00 - Admission and Registration
  • 11.15 – 11.30 - Welcome and Parish Notices
  • 11.30 – 12.00 - Entertainment: The Not Forgotten Association
  • 12.00 – 13.30 - Picnic Lunch Served
  • 13.00 – 13.30 - Entertainment: Korean Dancers
  • 13.30 - 14.00 - Entertainment: Pearl Duce
  • 14.00 - 14.30 - Draw
  • 14.30 – 15.30 - Chelsea Pensioners Singers
  • 15.45 – Pack up Kitbags and Depart

Veterans are welcome to bring one guest to accompany them - whether a carer, friend or family member. Please note that places are limited and must be booked in advance.

We look forward to welcoming you.

Veterans join together at the Veterans Picnic held at The Royal Hospital Chelsea - August 2024

Additional Information

Delivery Partners: Service Charities and our Delivery Partners including SSAFA; Help For Heroes; RBL; Blind Veterans UK; Combat Stress; BLESMA; Samaritans; Fighting with Pride; The Fighting Chance and others will also be represented at this event and available to offer advice and support.

Please arrive at: Barrack Gate, Royal Hospital Chelsea, Royal Hospital Road SW3 4SR

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 Sarah McPhee.

Please note, if you are a Veterans Club or Group please contact Sarah McPhee to arrange group bookings.