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Chelsea Dog Day at the Soane Stable Yard
Join us at the Soane Stable Yard as we take part in this year’s Chelsea Dog Day.
Enjoy a fun and relaxed day out at our dog-friendly site, set within the beautiful surroundings of our Grade II listed buildings.
Relax in our courtyard with a coffee, and treat your dog to a puppacino from our on-site café, Heidi. Throughout the day, we will be running a variety of dog-themed activities for all ages – including children’s workshops, guided dog tours, and a special visit from the Irish Guards’ mascot, Shamus.
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War Dog Storytelling
Location: Soane Stable Yard, Activity Space
Times: 11:30 and 13:00
Join acclaimed historical fiction author Tom Palmer for a special storytelling session based on his debut picture book, War Dog.
Inspired by a true story, War Dog pays tribute to Judy, a courageous and often overlooked canine hero of World War II. In this ticketed session, Tom will read from the book and share the incredible story behind it. Afterwards, there will be an opportunity to meet the author and have your copy signed.
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Dog Tours with a Chelsea Pensioner
Location: Royal Hospital Chelsea. South Grounds
Times: 11:00 and 14:00 (each tour lasts approximately 30-45 minutes)
Join a Chelsea Pensioner for a guided walk around the South Grounds of the Royal Hospital Chelsea.
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Meet Shamus – Regimental Mascot of the Irish Guards
Location: Soane Stable Yard Courtyard
Time: 13:00 (Drop in event).
Meet Shamus the Irish Guards Regimental mascot and his handler, and learn about the role of military dogs.
Enjoy a fun and relaxed day out at our dog-friendly site, set within the beautiful surroundings of our Grade II listed buildings.
Relax in our courtyard with a coffee, and treat your dog to a puppacino from our on-site café, Heidi. Throughout the day, we will be running a variety of dog-themed activities for all ages – including children’s workshops, guided dog tours, and a special visit from the Irish Guards’ mascot, Shamus.
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War Dog Storytelling
Location: Soane Stable Yard, Activity Space
Times: 11:30 and 13:00
Join acclaimed historical fiction author Tom Palmer for a special storytelling session based on his debut picture book, War Dog.
Inspired by a true story, War Dog pays tribute to Judy, a courageous and often overlooked canine hero of World War II. In this ticketed session, Tom will read from the book and share the incredible story behind it. Afterwards, there will be an opportunity to meet the author and have your copy signed.
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Dog Tours with a Chelsea Pensioner
Location: Royal Hospital Chelsea. South Grounds
Times: 11:00 and 14:00 (each tour lasts approximately 30-45 minutes)
Join a Chelsea Pensioner for a guided walk around the South Grounds of the Royal Hospital Chelsea.
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Meet Shamus – Regimental Mascot of the Irish Guards
Location: Soane Stable Yard Courtyard
Time: 13:00 (Drop in event).
Meet Shamus the Irish Guards Regimental mascot and his handler, and learn about the role of military dogs.
Saturday 4 Oct 25
The Royal Hospital Chelsea London SW3 4SR
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