Soane Stable Yard at the Royal Hospital Chelsea
Location:
Royal Hospital Chelsea
Date:
All year
Price:
Free
Visit the newly-renovated Soane Stable Yard and discover the history of the Royal Hospital Chelsea
About the event
The Soane Stable Yard is an architecturally significant Grade II* listed building, designed by Sir John Soane when he held the post of Clerk of Works at the Royal Hospital from 1807 until his death in 1837. Thanks to a National Heritage Lottery Fund grant, the Stable Yard is open to the public following a major restoration project. The Stable Yard includes an exhibition of the history and stories of the Royal Hospital, a new shop, post office and a cafe.
Open daily 9am – 5pm. Cafe open 8am – 5pm daily. Please see the Royal Hospital Chelsea website for occasional closures.
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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