Royal Hospital Chelsea
Nearby
Email to a friend
-
Visitor Information
- Images
- Venue Hire
Built by Sir Christopher Wren 1682-1692, the Grade I-listed Royal Hospital Chelsea was intended by King Charles II to be a home for soldiers who were unfit for further duty because of injury or old age. Hundreds of years on and the 66 acres (27 hectares) site is still home to these Chelsea Pensioners or "The Men in Scarlet", who can be seen in their colourful jackets and triangular hats making their way down the Royal Hospital Road. The Chapel, Great Hall, museum and State Apartments are open to visitors and are of particular interest. The Great Hall, used for dining until the early 19th century, is furnished with sixteen long tables (each one seating 26 members of each Ward); the large mural painting at the far end dates from about 1690 and represents Charles II on horseback surrounded by allegorical figures, with the Royal Hospital buildings in the background. Beautiful grounds are open daily except during Chelsea Flower Show months (May or June) which has been held at the South Grounds since 1913. The National Army Museum and the Chelsea Physic Garden close by are also worth a look.
Royal Hospital Chelsea images
Royal Hospital Chelsea
LondonTown.com - Royal Hospital Chelsea Location Map
Underground Stations
Further articles featuring Royal Hospital Chelsea on LondonTown.com
With an abundance of capital based festivals grappling for your attention, there is no need to trek out to the countryside for your summer...
Plan the perfect year in the capital with our pick of the best events in London 2017. From January through to December, every month boasts an impressive line-up of entertainment. So, take a look at our guide and be sure not to miss a thing.
Booking multiple rooms?
Visit our group bookings page or call 020 7437 4370 for assistance
Room 1
London > Hotels > Luxury Chain Hotel from £133 30% off
26 Cadogan Gardens, SW3 | 8 minutes from Royal Hospital Chelsea
Stylish antique d'cor, a peaceful but convenient location, and spacious, airy rooms are all essential to this hotel's appeal. Yet it is the unbeatable service that ... More
London > Hotels > Mid-Range Chain Hotel from £75 40% off
7-12 Sloane Square, SW1W | 8 minutes from Royal Hospital Chelsea
Located right on Sloane Square, where the old Royal Court Hotel used to be, Sloane Square Hotel is a welcoming and well decorated reincarnation. All the ... More
London > Hotels > Luxury Chain Hotel from £153 41% off
11 Cadogan Gardens, SW3 | 9 minutes from Royal Hospital Chelsea
No. 11 London, A Victorian boutique hotel, was built by Lord Chelsea on the cricket ground between Harrods and Buckingham Palace and quickly became a ... More
Alternative Historic Buildings nearest Royal Hospital Chelsea
London > Attractions > Historic Buildings
Brompton Road, South Kensington, London SW7 | 17 minutes from Royal Hospital Chelsea
Built in 1884, in the Italianate Baroque style, the Brompton Oratory is an exact imitation of the Church of the Gesu in Rome and sports some ... More
London > Attractions > Historic Buildings
119 Eaton Square, Belgravia, London SW1W | 17 minutes from Royal Hospital Chelsea
St Peter's was built by Hakewill in 1827 and later enlarged by Blomfield in 1875. Rebuilt and opened in 1992, following a fire in 1987, it ... More
London > Attractions > Historic Buildings
42 Francis Street, Westminster, London SW1P | 20 minutes from Royal Hospital Chelsea
Not to be confused with Westminster Abbey, the nearby Westminster Cathedral in Victoria is London's only example of neo-Byzantine architecture, described by the poet John Betjeman ... More
Sights and Attractions near Royal Hospital Chelsea
London > Attractions > Museums
Royal Hospital Road, Chelsea, London SW3 | 1 minute from Royal Hospital Chelsea
More than 23 million pounds has been spent on re-development of the National Army Museum which reopens in 2017 to reveal a radical ... More
London > Attractions > Art Galleries
Duke of York's Square, King's Road, Chelsea, London SW3 | 5 minutes from Royal Hospital Chelsea
The Saatchi Gallery re-opened on 9th October 2008 in the former military barracks of the Duke of York's Headquarters. The 70,000 square feet represents a significantly ... More
London > Attractions > Art Galleries
161 Kings Road, Chelsea, London SW3 | 7 minutes from Royal Hospital Chelsea
Art gallery Proud Chelsea brings top quality rock 'n' roll photography to the heart of King's Road. There are several strings to the Proud bow - ... More
London > Events > Tours Dates: Sunday 27th August 2017 - 2.30pm
Royal Hospital Chelsea, Royal Hospital Road, SW3 | 1 minute from Royal Hospital Chelsea
Attractions & Museums, Guided Tour....More
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: 26th July to 28th August 2017 - 10am-6pm
Royal Hospital Chelsea, Duke of York's Square, King's Road, SW3 | 5 minutes from Royal Hospital Chelsea
Painting, photography, print-making, drawing and collage works from new artists, Mildred Palmer, Andrew Millar, Tom Shedden, Pakal, Olly Fathers, Zabou, Harry Jones, Elektro Team and SKU....More
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: 12th July to 10th September 2017 - 10am-6pm
Royal Hospital Chelsea, Duke of York's Square, King's Road, SW3 | 5 minutes from Royal Hospital Chelsea
Nine rare monochrome or near monochrome works executed between 1952 and 2006 by the Belgium artist usually known for his bold colour works....More
London > Entertainment > Theatres
Sloane Square, Belgravia, London SW1W | 8 minutes from Royal Hospital Chelsea
Dedicated to putting on new work and discovering new voices, the Royal Court Theatre was seen as 'the most important theatre in Europe' by no less ... More
London > Entertainment > Classical Music
5 Sloane Terrace, Belgravia, London SW1X | 9 minutes from Royal Hospital Chelsea
Cadogan Hall opened its doors on 18th June 2004 with a surprising lack of fanfare but is making up for that with a year of 10th ... More
London > Entertainment > Jazz Clubs
15 Eccleston Street, Belgravia, Victoria, London SW1W | 14 minutes from Royal Hospital Chelsea
A tartan clad jazz, cigar and supper club, Boisdale of Belgravia has an the old fashioned charm of a gentlemen's club. Situated in an elegant Regency ... More
Shopping near Royal Hospital Chelsea
London > Shopping > Food and Drink Shops
89 Lower Sloane Street, Belgravia, London SW1W | 5 minutes from Royal Hospital Chelsea
Highly acclaimed chocolate shop with a range of freshly prepared, uniquely flavoured treats. Ever tried lapsang souchong flavoured chocolate? How about Sichuan pepper or red wine and ... More
London > Shopping > Delicatessens
2-5 Duke of York Square, King's Road, Knightsbridge, London SW34LX | 5 minutes from Royal Hospital Chelsea
Grocers by Royal Appointment to the Queen since 1994, Patridges is an institution in this part of Chelsea. Opened by Richard Shepherd in May 1972 at ... More
London > Shopping > Sporting Goods
33 King's Road, Knightsbridge, London SW3 | 5 minutes from Royal Hospital Chelsea
Nike's first women's-only store in Europe, Nike King's Road offers sports fans bespoke services such as pant hemming, gait analysis and bra fitting. The ... More
Restaurants near Royal Hospital Chelsea
London > Restaurants >
79 Royal Hospital Road, Chelsea, London SW3 | 2 minutes from Royal Hospital Chelsea
Foxtrot Oscar is the ultimate Sloane hangout. Overworked city gents, ladies who have had too much lunch to face cooking dinner, and those who can afford ... More
London > Restaurants > Modern European restaurants
68 Royal Hospital Road, Chelsea, London SW3 | 3 minutes from Royal Hospital Chelsea
Gordon Ramsay's level of celebrity has reached such a fever pitch that it has become very nearly impossible to get a table at the small restaurant ... More
London > Restaurants > Gastropub
6 Christchurch Terrace, Chelsea, London SW3 | 3 minutes from Royal Hospital Chelsea
Gastropub... More
London > Education > Universities and Colleges
1 Hester Road, Battersea, London SW11 | 12 minutes from Royal Hospital Chelsea
The £21 million Dyson Building makes up the largest part of the purpose-built Battersea campus of the prestigious Royal College of Art. Located at 1 Hester ... More
London > Education > Evening Classes
165 Queen's Gate, South Kensington, South Kensington, London SW7 | 22 minutes from Royal Hospital Chelsea
There are plenty of initiatives trying to get kids involved in science, but the Dana Centre, an extension of the Science Museum, is the first one ... More
London > Education > Other Attractions
Hyde Park, Hyde Park, London W2 | 27 minutes from Royal Hospital Chelsea
Hidden in a copse of trees in Hyde Park, The LookOut is a tranquil haven in the heart of London. Home to the Isis Education Centre, ... More
Leisure near Royal Hospital Chelsea
London > Leisure > Parks and Gardens
66 Royal Hospital Garden, Chelsea, London SW3 | 5 minutes from Royal Hospital Chelsea
The largest fruiting olive tree in Britain and the world's northern-most outdoor grapefruit tree call the historic Chelsea Physic Gardens home. Hidden behind towering brick walls, ... More
London > Leisure > Parks and Gardens
Albert Bridge Road, Battersea Park, Battersea, London SW11 | 9 minutes from Royal Hospital Chelsea
Situated on the south side of the Thames, facing Chelsea, Battersea Park caters for everyone within its 200-acre space. Firstly, there's lots of water - ... More
London > Restaurants > Gastropub
6 Christchurch Terrace, Chelsea, London SW3 | 3 minutes from Royal Hospital Chelsea
Gastropub... More
London > Restaurants > Gastropub
23 Smith Street, Chelsea, Chelsea, London SW3 | 4 minutes from Royal Hospital Chelsea
Gastropub... More
Nightlife near Royal Hospital Chelsea
London > Nightlife > Bars
Chelsea Cloisters, Sloane Avenue, Chelsea, London SW3 | 10 minutes from Royal Hospital Chelsea
Taking its inspiration from the American speakeasy movement, Barts is a tiny, intimate and relaxed bar in South Kensington which promises a refreshingly fun experience - ... More
London > Nightlife > Bars
52 Cambridge Street, SW1V | 13 minutes from Royal Hospital Chelsea
Located under Cambridge Street Kitchen and part of the Artist Residence, the Clarendon Cocktail Cellar bar takes iconic ... More
Meeting venue hire near Royal Hospital Chelsea
London > Business > Venue Hire
Royal Hospital Road, Chelsea, London SW3 | Same location as Royal Hospital Chelsea
Built by Sir Christopher Wren 1682-1692, the Grade I-listed Royal Hospital Chelsea was intended by King Charles II to be a home for soldiers who were ... More
London > Business > Venue Hire
Royal Hospital Road, Chelsea, Chelsea, London SW3 | 1 minute from Royal Hospital Chelsea
With ten, widely different and uniquely versatile rooms, the National Army Museum can help you hold your event, your way. Plan your party in Victorian splendour, ... More
London > Business > Venue Hire
66 Royal Hospital Road, Chelsea, Chelsea, London SW3 | 5 minutes from Royal Hospital Chelsea
The largest fruiting olive tree in Britain and the world's northern-most outdoor grapefruit tree call the historic Chelsea Physic Gardens home. Hidden behind towering brick walls, ... More
Also in Royal Hospital Road
Our recommendations in the same street as Royal Hospital Chelsea
|
Hotels Near Royal Hospital Chelsea What's On Today Near Royal Hospital Chelsea War Paint: Brushes with conflict Exhibitions | Until 19th November 2017 National Army Museum 1 minute walk from Royal Hospital Chelsea ...More War Paint: Brushes with conflict Exhibitions | Until 19th November 2017 National Army Museum 1 minute walk from Royal Hospital Chelsea ...More War Paint: Brushes with conflict Exhibitions | Until 19th November 2017 National Army Museum 1 minute walk from Royal Hospital Chelsea ...More War Paint: Brushes with conflict Exhibitions | Until 19th November 2017 National Army Museum 1 minute walk from Royal Hospital Chelsea ...More Bram Bogart: Witte De Witte Exhibitions | Until 10th September 2017 Saatchi Gallery 5 minutes walk from Royal Hospital Chelsea Nine rare monochrome or near monochrome works executed between 1952 and 2006 by the Belgium artist usually known for his ...More Ecstatic Rays Exhibitions | Until 28th August 2017 Saatchi Gallery 5 minutes walk from Royal Hospital Chelsea Painting, photography, print-making, drawing and collage works from new artists, Mildred Palmer, Andrew Millar, Tom Shedden, Pakal, Olly Fathers, Zabou, ...More Road Theatre | Until 9th September 2017 Royal Court Theatre 8 minutes walk from Royal Hospital Chelsea Director John Tiffany revives Jim Cartwright's seminal debut play, which explores the broken dreams and desperation of neighbours living along ...More Around The World In 80 Days Theatre | Until 2nd September 2017 Cadogan Hall 9 minutes walk from Royal Hospital Chelsea New Vic Theatre's adaptation of Jules Verne's famous novel about the adventurer Phileas Fogg and his sidekick, Passepartout. Directed by ...More We're Going On A Bear Hunt (Over 3s) Theatre | Until 3rd September 2017 Cadogan Hall 9 minutes walk from Royal Hospital Chelsea Sally Cookson's adaptation of Michael Rosen's popular children's book....More  Battersea Power Station's Power Of Summer Festival Kids Events | Until 26th August 2017 Battersea Power Station 11 minutes walk from Royal Hospital Chelsea Celebrating the opening of the new Battersea Power Station development, the six-week Power of Summer Festival brings an eclectic range ...More New on LondonTown Soutine's Portraits: Cooks, Waiters And Bellboys Exhibitions | From 19th October New exhibition Soutine's Portraits: Cooks, Waiters and Bellboys looks at the artist's fascination with the staff of French hotels and restaurants, attired in boldly coloured uniforms. Over a ...More Hassan Hajjaj: La Caravane Exhibitions | From 5th October This October, Somerset House hosts a homecoming exhibition on British-Moroccan artist Hassan Hajjaj. The exhibition will showcase his vibrant fusion of contemporary cultures, which he has picked up ...More  Red Star Over Russia: A Revolution in Visual Culture 1905-55 Exhibitions | From 8th November Tate Modern looks at the dramatic history of ...More Modigliani Exhibitions | From 23rd November This November, Tate Modern takes a journey through Amedeo Modigliani's career with a major new retrospective. Responsible for some of the most memorable art of the 20th century, Modigliani continuously evolved his career, developing his ...More Lake Keitele: A Vision of Finland Exhibitions | From 15th November The National Gallery unites all four versions of Akseli Gallen-Kallela's Lake Keitele in its new exhibition, Lake Keitele: A Vision of Finland. Upon visiting Finland Gallen-Kallela fell in ...More  Zetter Townhouse Clerkenwell Afternoon Tea Dining Both the Marylebone and Clerkenwell Zetter Townhouses serve ...More  Zetter Townhouse Marylebone Afternoon Tea Dining Both the Marylebone and Clerkenwell Zetter Townhouses serve ...More  Affordable Afternoon Tea in London Article A much-loved tradition for locals and visitors alike, ...More  Southam Street Dining Luca Longobardi and chef Chris Denney, the pair behind 108 Garage, bring flavours from around ...More  108 Garage Dining 108 Garage has proven to be a big hit, with Fay Maschler giving the Notting ...More  Science Afternoon Tea at The Ampersand Hotel Dining Inspired by its neighbour, The Science Museum, The ...More  Royal Lancaster London Hotels In September 2017 the 18-storey Royal Lancaster London - one of the best-known landmarks on ...More  Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Afternoon Tea Dining Swanky hotel One Aldwych takes inspiration from Roald ...More  Best Things to do in London for an Adventure Article Kidult thrill seekers looking for an adrenaline ...More  Luxury Hotels in London Feature From historical grandeur to cutting edge contemporary, London is home to some of the ...More  Best Activities for Children in London Article Children bouncing off the ceiling? Little ones got ...More  Best Beaches in London Article There's no need to leave town when you're in search of sand, feel the ...More 
Hotels near Royal Hospital Chelsea
From cheap budget hotels to luxury 5 star suites see our deals for Royal Hospital Chelsea hotels, including No.11 Cadogan Gardens from 94% off. |
 |
