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
Talk: The Dream Factory - Chelsea History Festival
Fri 26th Sep 2025 5.00pm - Fri 26th Sep 2025 6.00pmAcclaimed author Daniel Swift tells the remarkable story of Shakespeare’s first theatre – the playhouse that came before the Globe.
Talk: An Accidental History of Tudor England - Chelsea History Festival
Fri 26th Sep 2025 6.30pm - Fri 26th Sep 2025 7.30pmSteven Gunn and Tomasz Gromelski offer a new view into Tudor life, told through ordinary people's untimely deaths.
Hands-on History: Second World War Artefacts at the Soane Stable Yard - Chelsea History Festival
Sat 27th Sep 2025 10.00am - Sat 27th Sep 2025 4.00pmDid you know that naval officers from China participated in D-Day? Come and discover this fascinating history.
British Sign Language Tours of the Royal Hospital Chelsea
Sat 27th Sep 2025 11.00am - Sat 27th Sep 2025 1.00pmJoin expert guide Edward Richards on a British Sign Language (BSL) tour of the Royal Hospital Chelsea.
Talk: Assassins and Templars - Chelsea History Festival
Sat 27th Sep 2025 1.00pm - Sat 27th Sep 2025 2.00pmSteve Tibble tells the story of the medieval world's most extraordinary organisations, the Assassins and the Templars.
Create Your Own Chelsea Pensioner Medal - Chelsea History Festival
Sat 27th Sep 2025 1.00pm - Sat 27th Sep 2025 4.00pmGet crafty and create your own fabric medal or badge inspired by the iconic Royal Hospital and its amazing Chelsea Pensioners.
Talk: Two Sisters - Chelsea History Festival
Sat 27th Sep 2025 3.00pm - Sat 27th Sep 2025 4.00pmRosie Whitehouse provides a poignant account of two young women – one of them her own mother-in-law – and their miraculous escape from the murderous authorities of Vichy France.
Performance: Chelsea Pensioner Singers - Chelsea History Festival
Sat 27th Sep 2025 3.30pm - Sat 27th Sep 2025 4.30pmEnjoy a spirited performance from the Chelsea Pensioner Singers as they share joy, music and memories in their cherished home setting of the Soane Stable Yard.
Talk: The Invention of British Art - Chelsea History Festival
Sat 27th Sep 2025 5.00pm - Sat 27th Sep 2025 6.00pmCelebrated art historian Bendor Grosvenor provides a frank reassessment of British art, from the Neolithic era to the 19th century.
Horse Banner Workshop: Craft a Piece of Stable Yard History - Chelsea History Festival
Sun 28th Sep 2025 1.00pm - Sun 28th Sep 2025 4.00pmSaddle up for a fun-filled, hands-on creative adventure at our Stable Yard-inspired banner workshop.
Tour: Family Story Walk at the Royal Hospital Chelsea - Chelsea History Festival
Sun 28th Sep 2025 2.30pm - Sun 28th Sep 2025 3.30pmStep back in time with musician and storyteller Paul Rubinstein on this magical family story walk around the Royal Hospital Chelsea.
Dog Tours with a Chelsea Pensioner
Sat 4th Oct 2025 11.00am - Sat 4th Oct 2025 3.00pmEnjoy a unique guided tour of the Royal Hospital Chelsea’s South Grounds, led by one of our own Chelsea Pensioners. Explore the rich history of this iconic site as you uncover the stories behind the historic cannons, learn about the Battle of Chillianwala memorial, and delve into the significance of Figure Court.