Churchill’s Queen: The Remarkable Friendship that Shaped Our Age
Location:
Royal Hospital Chelsea (State Apartments)
Date & time:
Friday 2 Oct 2026, 4.00pm - 5.00pm
Price:
£15.00 (plus £2 booking fee per transaction)
An exploration into the remarkable friendship that shaped our age.
About the event
Nigel Fletcher’s ground breaking research brings revelatory new insight into how their friendship impacted a pivotal moment in the UK’s post war history, ultimately shaping the monarchy and the nation.
Packed with never before seen archival material, Churchill’s Queen challenges existing narratives while celebrating the legacy of two of Britain’s most enduring icons.
Enter via London Gate
Festival planning
Getting between Chelsea History Festival venues: This event takes place at Royal Hospital Chelsea. Many Chelsea History Festival venues are within walking distance of one another, but journey times vary. If you are booking events close together, please allow enough time to travel comfortably between venues.
Estimated walking times from this venue: 3 minutes to National Army Museum, 5 minutes to Garrison Chapel, 8 minutes to Chelsea Physic Garden, 9 minutes to Royal Court Theatre, 11 minutes to Cadogan Hall, 16 minutes to Chelsea Old Church and 25 minutes to Chelsea Theatre.
Additional information
This event is eligible for our 20% ticket bundle discount.
Book tickets to three or more different events across the festival and you can save 20%. Tickets must be purchased in the same transaction and the discount will automatically be applied within the basket.
About the speaker
Dr Nigel Fletcher is a political historian, academic and broadcaster with expertise in contemporary British politics and the UK constitution, including the role and history of the monarchy. He is a Visiting Fellow at King’s College London and is the co-founder of the Centre for Opposition Studies.
He appears frequently as a commentator on UK politics and constitutional issues across a variety of broadcasters, including BBC News, Times Radio and CBS (America), for whom he has been an expert commentator on a number of major Royal events including the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II. In 2022 he was appointed a member of the Advisory Council on National Records and Archives, the statutory body which advises HM Government on matters relating to historic public records.
FAQs
Is the Royal Hospital Chelsea accessible?Yes, the Royal Hospital Chelsea is fully accessible. If you need further access information or help please do get in touch tours@chelsea-pensioners.org.uk or call 0207 881 5200.
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.
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