Events at the Royal Hospital Chelsea
Discover a range of exciting events taking place at the Royal Hospital Chelsea, from public talks and exhibitions to exclusive events for our veteran community. Whether you’re attending an iconic ceremony, exploring our historic grounds, or joining one of our many free events, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Explore the upcoming internal and external events below and be part of the vibrant life at the Royal Hospital Chelsea.
Upcoming Events
Veterans Outreach - Quiz & Games Afternoon
Thu 30th Apr 2026 2.00pm - Thu 30th Apr 2026 4.00pmJoin the Chelsea Pensioners and other veterans for an afternoon of games and general knowledge quiz fun. Held in our purpose built activities centre, you'll be able to enjoy a series of popular games and pit your wits in our quiz alongside other retired military veterans.
Veterans Outreach: Nature walk and guided tour of Kew Gardens
Tue 12th May 2026 10.00am - Tue 12th May 2026 3.00pmChelsea Pensioners Veterans Outreach and the Defence Garden Scheme welcomes all older veterans from the Tri-Services and the Merchant Navy, in receipt of a state pension, to join us for an off site nature walk and tour of Kew Gardens
Veterans Outreach: Regional Members Tour
Thu 14th May 2026 2.00pm - Thu 14th May 2026 4.00pmGuests from our Regional Veterans Outreach network are invited to join us for a Chelsea Pensioner led guided tour of the Royal Hospital Chelsea. This is primarily for veterans from outside Greater London.
Veterans Outreach - Off the Canvas Boxing Training
Thu 21st May 2026 2.30pm - Thu 21st May 2026 4.30pmJoin us for our next Boxing Training session with the Chelsea Pensioners and Fighting Chance. We welcome all Veterans from the Tri-Services and the Merchant Navy in receipt of a state pension to book now for our next monthly non-contact boxing training session.
Veterans Outreach: Art with Lorna
Thu 28th May 2026 2.00pm - Thu 28th May 2026 4.00pmGet creative in 2026 at our exclusive Veterans Outreach Art with Lorna session.
Meet other veterans from the Tri-Services and Merchant Navy in a relaxed and supportive environment, while enjoy a spot of relaxation and artistic creativity.