Walking Tour: Chelsea’s Horticultural History
Location:
National Army Museum (Info Point)
Date & time:
Sunday 29 Sep 2024, 11.00am
Price:
£20.00
Beyond The Show: Chelsea’s Horticultural History - A walking tour through Chelsea's hidden horticultural gems and secret gardens.
About the event
Embark on an exclusive journey through the secret garden history of Chelsea, guided by our seasoned expert.
Dig into what is and what was the horticultural landscape of the neighbouring gardens and discover some of the characters who brought life and beauty to riverside Chelsea, such as Dante Gabriel Rossetti.
Hear tales of our local history and the fascinating spaces of Burton Court and Cheyne Walk and the origins of the Chelsea Physic Garden.
Additional information
This tour will take place whatever the weather so please dress accordingly. We will cover some distance so be prepared for a good walk! Also note that this is a street walk and we will not be entering the private spaces such as the Chelsea Physic Garden.
About the speaker
Iona Ball, a seasoned tour guide, leads captivating external tours for both the Royal Hospital Chelsea and the Museum of London.
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,
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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