Drop in - Free

Location:
National Army Museum (Info Desk outside National Army Museum)

Date & time:
Saturday 3 Oct 2026, 11.00am - 3.30pm

Price:
Free

Explore the fascinating history and stories behind the Chelsea Heritage Quarter on a 30 minute walking tour with expert tour guides from London Heritage Guides.

About the event

Visitors will cover 350 years of history in less than a mile in this short walking tour of the highlights of the Chelsea Heritage Quarter. Including short visits to all three historic institutions on the Royal Hospital Road, visitors will learn the fascinating tales from Chelsea’s most storied district by visiting the Royal Hospital Chelsea, National Army Museum and Chelsea Physic Garden with London Heritage Guides.

Additional information

Drop in – free tours during the Chelsea History Festival.

Check out more from the London Heritage Guides by visiting their website here: https://www.londonheritageguides.org.uk/

Tour Times:

Saturday 3 October: 11:00am, 1:00pm, 3 pm

 

About the speaker

London Heritage Guides is an association of qualified London tour guides passionate about London’s rich history, iconic landmarks, and hidden treasures. Our guides are more than experts, they’re storytellers who connect people with place, using empathy, humour and insight to make London’s past resonate today. We tailor our tours to suit visitors, students, and London locals alike.

London Heritage Guides

FAQs

Is the National Army Museum accessible?

Yes, the National Army Museum is fully accessible. If you need further access information or help please do get in touch at info@nam.ac.uk or call 020 7730 0717,

Are bikes or scooters allowed?

Bikes (including folding bikes) and scooters are not permitted. There are bike racks located along Royal Hospital Road. These can be used to secure any bikes and scooters.

Please do not secure any bikes or scooters to the railings outside the Royal Hospital Chelsea or Burton Court. Any items secure to these railings will be removed.

How can I book tickets?

Online booking is available 24/7 on this website. 

You can book by phone on 0131 226 0014 from Monday – Friday 10 – 6pm from 10 July but will need to make payment at the time. We cannot reserve tickets. 

You can book in person at the National Army Museum from Wednesday 25 – Sunday 29th if there is still availability at that time, which we cannot guarantee. 

Is there a booking fee and what are the terms & conditions?

Please see the full terms & conditions on the booking platform when you book tickets. 

The booking fee is £2.00 and this applies online, on the telephone and in person.

All tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable, with the exception of cancelled events which we will refund within 28 days. The organising venue reserves the right to change event speakers and content may be subject to change. Refunds will not be issued if the event is still taking place. 

Are there concessionary tickets?

There are no concessions for Chelsea History Festival tickets, which have been priced as reasonably as possible. People requiring a carer, support worker or personal assistant will get a complimentary carer ticket. To book this please contact our box office on 0131 226 0014.

Proof of concession is required for these tickets so please be prepared to show relevant ID.

Can I bring children?

Please adhere to the age range specified for events on the listings page and if appropriate please book a ticket for your child. Children under 18 must be accompanied by a responsible adult approved by the parent/guardian. The event organiser cannot be responsible for unsupervised children.

Will the walk go ahead if the weather is wet?

Walks will continue in wet conditions, so please dress appropriately.

Can I bring children?

Please adhere to the age range specified for events on the listings page and if appropriate please book a ticket for your child. Children under 18 must be accompanied by a responsible adult approved by the parent/guardian. This person can accompany a maximum of four children per event. Where permitted, any child over the age of two needs their own seat for events.

The event organiser cannot be responsible for unsupervised children.

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