Walking Tour: Tudor Chelsea
Location:
National Army Museum (Info Point)
Date & time:
Wednesday 25 Sep 2024, 2.00pm
Price:
£20.00
Hear how the Tudors, one of the most iconic royal families, left a lasting legacy on Chelsea with expert tour guide Guy Fairbank.
About the event
The Tudors are one of the most iconic and well-known royal families in history. Their impact and legacy are widespread, and one area they frequently visited was Chelsea. Its situation by the River Thames attracted two of King Henry VIII’s queens, his Lord Chancellor Sir Thomas More and a much-married countess.
Explore how this Tudor legacy can still be seen in the roads and pathways of Chelsea today. And meet a range of characters ranging from Tudor England’s most educated women, a teenage Elizabeth I and the mother-in-law of the Nine Day Queen.
This tour will start and end at the National Army Museum. It will last around an hour and a half.
About the speaker
Guy Fairbank is an award-winning Blue Badge Guide and City of London Guide, with a wide interest in London’s history, from the City’s livery companies to the rock heritage of West London. He’s particularly drawn to Chelsea, with its extraordinary variety of stories, having worked for several years in Flood Street and Draycott Avenue. In the past, Guy has led walks around SW3 both privately and for the Chelsea Society.
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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