Booking is not required for this event

Location:
National Army Museum

Date:
28 - 29 September 2024

Price:
Free

See history come to life in front of your eyes in these 20-minute character actor performances at the National Army Museum.

About the event

Meet Tommy Roper, a soldier from 2 Commando, and watch him put new recruits through their paces as they train for a top-secret Second World War mission.

Additional information

This family drop-in activity is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

The activity is suitable for children aged 7+.

All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Dates & times

Saturday 28 Sep 2024, 11:00am
Saturday 28 Sep 2024, 12:00pm
Saturday 28 Sep 2024, 1:30pm
Saturday 28 Sep 2024, 2:30pm
Sunday 29 Sep 2024, 11:00am
Sunday 29 Sep 2024, 12:00pm
Sunday 29 Sep 2024, 1:30pm
Sunday 29 Sep 2024, 2:30pm

FAQs

Is the National Army Museum accessible?

Yes, the National Army Museum is fully accessible. If you need further access information or help please do get in touch at info@nam.ac.uk or call 020 7730 0717,

Are bikes or scooters allowed?

Bikes (including folding bikes) and scooters are not permitted at any of our venues. 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.

Are there luggage or cloakroom facilities?

There will be no storage facilities for luggage or coats at any of our venues during the festival.

How can I book tickets?

Online booking is available 24/7 on this website.

You can book by phone on 0131 226 0014 from Monday – Friday 10 – 5pm from 10 July but will need to make payment at the time. We cannot reserve tickets.

You can book in person at the National Army Museum from Wednesday 25 – Sunday 29th if there is still availability at that time, which we cannot guarantee.

Is there a booking fee and what are the terms & conditions?

Please see the full terms & conditions on the booking platform when you book tickets.

The booking fee is £2.00 and this applies online, on the telephone and in person.

All tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable, with the exception of cancelled events which we will refund within 28 days. The organising venue reserves the right to change event speakers and content may be subject to change. Refunds will not be issued if the event is still taking place.

Are there concessionary tickets?

There are no concessions for Chelsea History Festival tickets, which have been priced as reasonably as possible. People requiring a carer, support worker or personal assistant will get a complimentary carer ticket. To book this please contact our box office on 0131 226 0014. Proof of concession is required for these tickets so please be prepared to show relevant ID.

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