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Family Tour of the Royal Hospital Chelsea
Step back in time with musician and storyteller Paul Rubinstein on a magical family story-walk through the Royal Hospital Chelsea, home of the iconic Chelsea Pensioners.
This interactive 45-minute tour is designed especially for families with children aged 5–10 and brings 300 years of history to life through music, storytelling, and exploration.
What will you discover?
- Explore the Royal Hospital Chelsea: Learn how it was founded and how it became home to the Chelsea Pensioners. Visit the Great Hall, the Chapel, and Figure Court.
- Meet the Chelsea Pensioners: Hear remarkable stories of service and life at the Hospital from the veterans who live here.
- Uncover the Oakleaf Tradition: Discover why Pensioners wear oak leaves on Founder’s Day and the royal history behind it.
This interactive 45-minute tour is designed especially for families with children aged 5–10 and brings 300 years of history to life through music, storytelling, and exploration.
What will you discover?
- Explore the Royal Hospital Chelsea: Learn how it was founded and how it became home to the Chelsea Pensioners. Visit the Great Hall, the Chapel, and Figure Court.
- Meet the Chelsea Pensioners: Hear remarkable stories of service and life at the Hospital from the veterans who live here.
- Uncover the Oakleaf Tradition: Discover why Pensioners wear oak leaves on Founder’s Day and the royal history behind it.
Saturday 4 April
Royal Hospital Chelsea
Royal Hospital Rd
London SW3 4SR
For families with children aged 5+ Date: Saturday 4 April
Times: 13:00 & 14:30
Tickets: £6 per child and £6 per accompanying adult (A ticket is required for every attendee).
Additional Information:
Pushchairs are welcome on site.
Tours are limited to 20 people for an intimate and interactive experience.
Organised by
Royal Hospital Chelsea
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