Family Workshop: Tricorne Hat Making
Location:
Royal Hospital Chelsea (Soane Stable Yard, enter via Chelsea Gate)
Date:
28 September 2024
Price:
Free
Make and decorate your own Tricorne hat – the iconic headwear of the Chelsea Pensioners.
About the event
Create your own Tricorne hat from card and wear it proudly just like a Chelsea Pensioner.
Please note, this is a drop-in family activity so you can join at any point during each two hour session. Suitable for children aged 5+.
All children must be accompanied by an adult.
This event is funded by City Living Local Life.
Dates & times
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. 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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