Royal Hospital Chelsea: Sikh History Tour
Location:
Royal Hospital Chelsea (Soane Stable Yard)
Date & time:
Saturday 3 Oct 2026, 11.00am - 1.00pm
Price:
£20.00 (plus £2 booking fee per transaction)
Explore the Royal Hospital Chelsea with expert guide Rav Singh, as he brings alive stories from the Kingdom of Lahore and the Sikhs.
About the event
Exploring Sikh History at the Royal Hospital Chelsea. This tour brings alive 19th century Sikh history and the annexation of the Sikh Empire, through the artefacts and memorials found at the Royal Hospital Chelsea.
The tour commences with a short presentation on the 19th century Sikh Empire, the Anglo Sikh Wars and the annexation of the Punjab, and a spotlight on Sikhs of the late 19th and 20th century and their links to Chelsea and the local area.
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
Meeting Point: Please arrive at the Soane Stable Yard (via Chelsea Gate) to check in 15 minutes before your tour.
About the speaker
Rav Singh is the founder of ‘A Little History of the Sikhs’, a community initiative that works to translate research in modern-day Sikh history and heritage into walking tours in London, day trips in the South East of England and study visits to destinations in the UK and across Western Europe.
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.
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.
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