Wren Chapel & Services
About the Wren Chapel
The Wren Chapel, built between 1681 and 1687, is a rare and pristine example of Sir Christopher Wren's ecclesiastical architecture. Designed to accommodate about 500 people, it served all the staff and Chelsea Pensioners of the Royal Hospital.
The Chapel's interior features original wainscoting and pews crafted by Sir Charles Hopson, with additional carvings by William Emmett. The apse displays a painting of the Resurrection by Sebastiano Ricci, dating back to 1714, likely a gift from Queen Anne.
Consecrated in 1691, the Chapel once held compulsory services twice daily. Today, services are typically held on Sunday mornings, preceded by a parade of the Chelsea Pensioners in Figure Court.
Regular Wren Chapel Services
All are welcome to our chapel services that are held in the Wren Chapel every Sunday.
Sundays
- 09:00 - Holy Communion
- 11:00 - Choral Matins (or, on occasion, Choral Eucharist: see Music Lists for full details)
For more information call 020 7881 5214 or email chapeladministrator@chelsea-pensioners.org.uk
Organ Scholarship 2025-26
A unique opportunity to work as assistant to the Royal Hospital’s Director of Music, with accommodation at our heritage site.