The Royal Hospital Chelsea: Family Story Walk
Location:
Royal Hospital Chelsea (Meet at Chelsea Gate)
Date:
28 - 29 September 2024
Price:
Free
Join us for a family friendly walk around the site as we discover stories from 300 years of history.
About the event
Discover the home of the Chelsea Pensioners on this 45-minute interactive family walk for children aged 5-10.
This tour is ticketed for 25 individuals per tour. The tour will include a chance to meet a Chelsea Pensioner and ask them questions.
Pushchairs are welcome on site.
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.
Walks will continue in wet conditions, so please dress appropriately.
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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