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Make the most of your time at the Chelsea Heritage Quarter by planning ahead.
National Army Museum
Explore military history and the lives of soldiers over time through the intriguing collections of the British Army. The fascinating collections and interactive displays include uniforms, weapons, kit bags, military vehicles and London’s favourite soft play base.
Opening hours:Monday: Closed
Tuesday – Sunday: Open 10am – 5.30pm
Closed 24 – 26 December and 1 January
Enjoy the Cookhouse Cafe which serves meals and light snacks during Museum opening hours.
Group visits and accessibility information:
Visit: nam.ac.uk
Address:
Royal Hospital Road
London SW3 4HT
Email: info@nam.ac.uk
Telephone: 020 7730 0717
Chelsea Physic Garden
Enjoy wandering through London’s oldest botanic garden, founded in 1673 by The Worshipful Society of Apothecaries. Discover over 4,500 species of medicinal, edible and useful plants in this four-acre walled oasis in the heart of historic Chelsea.
Opening hours:Saturday: Closed
Sunday – Friday: Open 11am – 5pm
Closed 19 December – 28 January
With your ticket to the Garden, enjoy the Physic Garden cafe which serves a range of small snacks and sweet treats as well as delicious sit – down lunches and afternoon teas.
Group visits and accessibility information:
Visit: chelseaphysicgarden.co.uk
Address:
66 Royal Hospital Road
London SW3 4HS
Email: enquiries@chelseaphysicgarden.co.uk
Telephone: 020 7352 5646
Royal Hospital Chelsea
Home to the world-famous Chelsea Pensioners, this is one of the UK’s most important historic buildings, designed by Sir Christopher Wren and Sir John Soane. Take a tour with a Chelsea Pensioner to enjoy highlights including The Wren Chapel and Great Hall.
Opening hours:Guided tours of the building run most weeks (except late November and December)
Monday – Friday, 10am and 2pm
Booking essential
Group visits and accessibility information:
Visit: chelsea-pensioners.co.uk
Address:
Royal Hospital Road
London SW3 4SR
Email: enquiries@rhc.org.uk
Telephone: 020 7881 5200
What’s on
Izabela the Valiant
- 26 September 2024
- National Army Museum
- £12.00
Historian Adam Zamoyski reveals the dramatic life of his great-great-great grandmother, an uneducated, vulnerable girl cast into 18th century Europe.
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The Royal Hospital Chelsea: State Apartments Art Tour
- 26 September 2024
- Royal Hospital Chelsea
- £20.00
Join a special tour of the State Apartments, featuring historic royal portraits, exquisite art, and stunning designs by Sir Christopher Wren and Robert Adam.
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Family Workshop: Clay Creations
- 29 September 2024
- Royal Hospital Chelsea
- Free
Use clay to mould your own creation inspired by the Royal Hospital Chelsea.
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Churchill’s Citadel
- 27 September 2024
- National Army Museum
- £12.00
Katherine Carter tells the story of how Churchill’s meetings at Chartwell strengthened his fight against the Nazis.
More infoHow to get to the quarter
Tube
Sloane Square is a 10-minute walk
Train
Victoria Station is a 20-minute walk
Bus
The 170 bus route has stops at all venues
Cycle
Ormonde Gate is the nearest Santander Cycle Docking Station*
River bus
Battersea Power Station Pier is a 15-minute walk