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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

A colourful table top is shown from above with red, yellow and green decorations and crafting equipment. A pair of hands are crafting decorations while a mug of hot chocolate with huge fluffy white marshmallows sits on the table.
Christmas, Family Event, Free Event

Family Christmas Decorations Workshop

Sat 13th Dec 2025 1.00pm - Sat 13th Dec 2025 4.00pm
Location: Soane Stable Yard Activity Space, Royal Hospital Chelsea

Get crafty this Christmas at our festive family workshop in the Soane Stable Yard! Led by our talented arts and crafts facilitator, Veronica, this hands-on session invites children and families to create their very own Christmas decorations to take home or gift to someone special.

Two beautifully decorated gold, silver and red Christmas Trees stand in an outdoor courtyard besides a big black archway door with a festival garland surrounding.
Christmas, Free Event, Public Event

Festive Favourites in the Soane Stable Yard

Sat 13th Dec 2025 4.00pm - Sat 13th Dec 2025 4.45pm
Location: Soane Stable Yard, Court Yard. Royal Hospital Chelsea

Join us for a heart-warming performance of festive favourites in the Soane Stable Yard courtyard. Join the Opera Holland Park Youth Chorus - a talented group of local 8–12 year olds, directed by Joe Cummings and supported by professional opera singers - as they fill the air with the joyful sounds of Christmas.

A colourful table adorned with craft making suppliers a Christmas Garlands. A Christmas card depicts a hand crafted Chelsea Pensioner
Christmas, Family Event, Free Event

Design a Christmas Card for a Chelsea Pensioner

Sat 20th Dec 2025 10.00am - Sat 20th Dec 2025 12.00pm
Location: Soane Stable Yard Activity Space, Royal Hospital Chelsea

Join us for a heart-warming family workshop where children can create and design a festive Christmas card to be delivered to a Chelsea Pensioner. It’s a lovely way for young ones to share seasonal cheer and connect with our cherished residents.

A hand crafter cardboard house sits on a blank grey surface in front of a dark black background, contrasted by the glowing yellow light shining through the windows of the house and accented with a red heart below the windows.
Christmas, Family Event, Free Event

Family Gingerbread Decorating Workshop

Sat 20th Dec 2025 1.00pm - Sat 20th Dec 2025 4.00pm
Location: Soane Stable Yard Activity Space, Royal Hospital Chelsea

dd a sprinkle of creativity to your Christmas celebrations at our festive family workshop in the Soane Stable Yard! Led by our wonderful arts and crafts facilitator, Veronica, this hands-on session invites children to decorate their own gingerbread men and charming 2D houses - all made from cardboard, so there’s no need to worry about allergies.

Two rows of Chelsea Pensioners, the front row seated and back row standing, wear their iconic scarlet uniforms as they sign in a stone courtyard, decorated with green, red and gold Christmas trees and garlands
Christmas, Free Event, Public Event

Christmas Carols in the Soane Stable Yard

Sat 20th Dec 2025 4.00pm - Sat 20th Dec 2025 4.45pm
Location: Soane Stable Yard, Court Yard. Royal Hospital Chelsea

Join us a joyful celebration of Christmas in the heart of the Soane Stable Yard. Join the Chelsea Pensioner Singers, supported by Elaine Hillier, as they perform a selection of classic carols and festive favourites, filling the courtyard with warmth, harmony, and holiday cheer.