A wide view of the Main Court at the Royal Hospital Chelsea, showing an expansive green lawn surrounded by red brick buildings with white stone detailing. The central building features large columns, a pediment with a clock, and a bell tower above. A golden statue stands on a plinth to the right of centre. The scene is bright and clear, highlighting the symmetry and historic architecture of the courtyard.

What's on at the Royal Hospital Chelsea

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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 rider mounted on a horse jumping during competition set amongst the backdrop of Royal Hospital Chelsea
Public Event

Longines Global Champions Tour

Fri 7th Aug 2026 11.00am - Sun 9th Aug 2026 8.00pm
Location: South Grounds, Royal Hospital Chelsea

Experience The Best of British at the Longines Global Champions Tour of London 2026, where equestrian excellence meets timeless tradition. From 7-9 August, the historic Royal Hospital Chelsea provides the perfect backdrop for this world-class event, celebrating British heritage and the thrill of show jumping at the highest level.

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Lectures, Public Event

Governor's Lecture Series - Operation Postmaster: Delivering the True Story

Wed 19th Aug 2026 6.00pm - Wed 19th Aug 2026 7.30pm
Location: Soane Stable Yard, Royal Hospital Chelsea (Entry via Chelsea Gate)

Join Ashley Barnett as he tells the true story of Operation Postmaster, which has recently appeared on the public stage following its ‘inclusion’ in the 2024 Guy Ritchie film, The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare.

The talk will begin with a brief introduction to the Special Operations Executive (SOE) – otherwise known by its wartime cover name of the Inter-Services Research Bureau (ISRB), or simply as “the firm”. This wartime secret organisation was subsequently dubbed The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare.