Chelsea Library
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Chelsea Old Town Hall Kings Road, Chelsea, London SW3 5EZ
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Mon, Tue & Thu 9:30 - 20:00, Wed, Fri & Sat 9:30 - 17:00
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Free
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The Library at Chelsea Town Hall on the King's Road offers a wide range of services for anyone living or working in the Royal Borough. It's not just for borrowing books, there's internet access, wireless hotspots and computer facilities. It also houses the Chelsea Gallery, a beautiful exhibition space located in the heart of Chelsea and regularly hosts exhibitions by amateur and professional artists or by collectors selling or exhibiting their work or collections. Specially lit glass cabinets show art works off to their best advantage. Gallery opening times are: Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 9.30am to 8pm, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday 9.30am to 5pm with private views be held between 5pm and 8pm on Wednesday evenings.
Chelsea Library events
Children's StorytimeChildren's StorytimeA storytelling session.24th May 2013Friday 31st May 2013
Where:
Chelsea Library,
Chelsea Old Town Hall Kings Road
SW3 5EZ
Category: eventFree EventNow On
Children's Storytimeevent > Kids Events > Storytelling | PRICING Free
DATES 17th, 24th and 31st May 2013 - 11am-11.30am
A storytelling session.
Book BreakBook Break3rd June 2013Monday 24th June 2013
Where:
Chelsea Library,
Chelsea Old Town Hall Kings Road
SW3 5EZ
Category: eventFree EventOn Soon
Book Breakevent > Exhibitions > Lifestyle - Literary Events & Book Signings | PRICING Free
DATES 3rd, 10th, 17th and 24th Jun 2013 - 6.15pm-7.45pm
Baby Rhyme TimeBaby Rhyme Time6th June 2013Thursday 27th June 2013
Where:
Chelsea Library,
Chelsea Old Town Hall Kings Road
SW3 5EZ
Category: eventFree EventOn Soon
Baby Rhyme Timeevent > Kids Events | PRICING Free
DATES 6th, 13th, 20th and 27th Jun 2013 - 11am-11.20am
Children's StorytimeChildren's StorytimeA storytelling session.7th June 2013Friday 28th June 2013
Where:
Chelsea Library,
Chelsea Old Town Hall Kings Road
SW3 5EZ
Category: eventFree EventOn Soon
Children's Storytimeevent > Kids Events > Storytelling | PRICING Free
DATES 7th, 14th, 21st and 28th Jun 2013 - 11am-11.30am
A storytelling session.
Reading GroupReading GroupBook club.20th June 2013Thursday 20th June 2013
Where:
Chelsea Library,
Chelsea Old Town Hall Kings Road
SW3 5EZ
Category: eventFree EventOn Soon
Reading Groupevent > Exhibitions > Lifestyle - Talks & Lectures | PRICING Free
DATES Thursday 20th June 2013 - 6.30pm-7.30pm
Book club.
Book BreakBook Break1st July 2013Monday 29th July 2013
Where:
Chelsea Library,
Chelsea Old Town Hall Kings Road
SW3 5EZ
Category: eventFree Event
Book Breakevent > Exhibitions > Lifestyle - Literary Events & Book Signings | PRICING Free
DATES 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd and 29th Jul 2013 - 6.15pm-7.45pm
Baby Rhyme TimeBaby Rhyme Time4th July 2013Thursday 25th July 2013
Where:
Chelsea Library,
Chelsea Old Town Hall Kings Road
SW3 5EZ
Category: eventFree Event
Baby Rhyme Timeevent > Kids Events | PRICING Free
DATES 4th, 11th, 18th and 25th Jul 2013 - 11am-11.20am
Children's StorytimeChildren's StorytimeA storytelling session.5th July 2013Friday 26th July 2013
Where:
Chelsea Library,
Chelsea Old Town Hall Kings Road
SW3 5EZ
Category: eventFree Event
Children's Storytimeevent > Kids Events > Storytelling | PRICING Free
DATES 5th, 12th, 19th and 26th Jul 2013 - 11am-11.30am
A storytelling session.
Reading GroupReading GroupBook club.18th July 2013Thursday 18th July 2013
Where:
Chelsea Library,
Chelsea Old Town Hall Kings Road
SW3 5EZ
Category: eventFree Event
Reading Groupevent > Exhibitions > Lifestyle - Talks & Lectures | PRICING Free
DATES Thursday 18th July 2013 - 6.30pm-7.30pm
Book club.
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Discover the best of London's entertainment this year with our comprehensive guide to 2013's top events. From theatre to art and music to sport, London in 2013 has something for everyone - so read on to find out what London town has to offer.
Sydney House Chelsea
London > Hotels > Mid-Range Chain Hotel Executive Double Rooms: 27% off from £154
9- 11 Sydney Street, SW3 | 6 minutes from Chelsea Library
The Sydney House Chelsea is a converted town house located in a Grade II listed building, just moments from the King's Road in London's fashionable Chelsea ...More
London > Hotels > Mid-Range Chain Hotel Executive Double Rooms: 27% off from £154
9- 11 Sydney Street, SW3 | 6 minutes from Chelsea Library
The Sydney House Chelsea is a converted town house located in a Grade II listed building, just moments from the King's Road in London's fashionable Chelsea ...More
Draycott Hotel London
London > Hotels > Luxury Chain Hotel Double Rooms: 29% off from £175
26 Cadogan Gardens, SW3 | 10 minutes from Chelsea Library
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 > Luxury Chain Hotel Double Rooms: 29% off from £175
26 Cadogan Gardens, SW3 | 10 minutes from Chelsea Library
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
The Kensington Hotel London
London > Hotels > Luxury Chain Hotel Double Rooms: 0% off from £500
109-113 Queen's Gate, SW7 | 11 minutes from Chelsea Library
Set just off from Old Brompton Road in the heart of fashionable South Kensington, The Kensington Hotel has a real history to match its stylish, understated ...More
London > Hotels > Luxury Chain Hotel Double Rooms: 0% off from £500
109-113 Queen's Gate, SW7 | 11 minutes from Chelsea Library
Set just off from Old Brompton Road in the heart of fashionable South Kensington, The Kensington Hotel has a real history to match its stylish, understated ...More
Royal College of Art, Dyson Building
London > Education > Universities and Colleges
1 Hester Road, SW11 | 9 minutes from Chelsea Library
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 > Universities and Colleges
1 Hester Road, SW11 | 9 minutes from Chelsea Library
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
Dana Centre
London > Education > Evening Classes
165 Queen's Gate, South Kensington, South Kensington, London SW7 | 16 minutes from Chelsea Library
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 > Evening Classes
165 Queen's Gate, South Kensington, South Kensington, London SW7 | 16 minutes from Chelsea Library
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
Royal College of Art
London > Education > Universities and Colleges
Kensington Gore, South Kensington, London SW7 | 20 minutes from Chelsea Library
This is one of London's most prestigious art colleges and the world's only wholly postgraduate university of art and design. You will need at least a ...More
London > Education > Universities and Colleges
Kensington Gore, South Kensington, London SW7 | 20 minutes from Chelsea Library
This is one of London's most prestigious art colleges and the world's only wholly postgraduate university of art and design. You will need at least a ...More
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Meet The Author: Alex Mitchell, Author Of The Rurbanite HandbookLondon > Events > Exhibitions Dates: Friday 24th May 2013 - 2pm-3.30pm
Chelsea Physic Garden, 66 Royal Hospital Garden, SW3 | 6 minutes from Chelsea Library
The author presents readings from her latest work....More
Ends Today
Not ILondon > Events > Theatre Dates: 22nd, 23rd and 24th May 2013 - 7.30pm
Royal Court Theatre, Sloane Square, SW1W | 12 minutes from Chelsea Library
In a dark space lit by one single light beam, a female mouth floats above and delivers a stream of consciousness at the speed of thought. ...More
Today Only
Indian Arrival DayLondon > Events > Kids Events Dates: Friday 24th May 2013 - 6.30pm-9.30pm
Victoria and Albert (V & A) Museum, Cromwell Road, SW7 | 13 minutes from Chelsea Library
Stories of Diaspora, dance, spoken word and a gallery tour....More
Royal Court Theatre
London > Entertainment > Theatres
Sloane Square, Belgravia, London SW1W | 12 minutes from Chelsea Library
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 > Theatres
Sloane Square, Belgravia, London SW1W | 12 minutes from Chelsea Library
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
Cadogan Hall
London > Entertainment > Classical Music
5 Sloane Terrace, Belgravia, London SW1X | 12 minutes from Chelsea Library
Cadogan Hall opened its doors on 18th June 2004 with a surprising lack of fanfare. The former Church of Christ Scientist is now the home of ...More
London > Entertainment > Classical Music
5 Sloane Terrace, Belgravia, London SW1X | 12 minutes from Chelsea Library
Cadogan Hall opened its doors on 18th June 2004 with a surprising lack of fanfare. The former Church of Christ Scientist is now the home of ...More
Cine Lumiere
London > Entertainment > Cinemas
Institut Francais Cultural Centre, 17 Queensberry Place, South Kensington, London SW7 | 12 minutes from Chelsea Library
The Cine Lumiere is a shining beacon for all fans of European and World cinema. Attached to the Institut Francais, its programme is varied and intelligent, ...More
London > Entertainment > Cinemas
Institut Francais Cultural Centre, 17 Queensberry Place, South Kensington, London SW7 | 12 minutes from Chelsea Library
The Cine Lumiere is a shining beacon for all fans of European and World cinema. Attached to the Institut Francais, its programme is varied and intelligent, ...More
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The best museums, galleries, attractions near Chelsea Library
Proud Chelsea
London > Attractions > Art Galleries
161 Kings Road, Chelsea, London SW3 | 2 minutes from Chelsea Library
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 > Attractions > Art Galleries
161 Kings Road, Chelsea, London SW3 | 2 minutes from Chelsea Library
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
National Trust: Carlyle's House
London > Attractions > Museums
24 Cheyne Row, Chelsea, Chelsea, London SW3 | 5 minutes from Chelsea Library
A Queen Anne Town House occupied by historian and 'Sage of Chelsea' Thomas Carlyle and his wife Jane from 1834-1881. A man of letters, Thomas Carlyle ...More
London > Attractions > Museums
24 Cheyne Row, Chelsea, Chelsea, London SW3 | 5 minutes from Chelsea Library
A Queen Anne Town House occupied by historian and 'Sage of Chelsea' Thomas Carlyle and his wife Jane from 1834-1881. A man of letters, Thomas Carlyle ...More
Royal Hospital Chelsea
London > Attractions > Historic Buildings
Royal Hospital Road, Chelsea, London SW3 | 8 minutes from Chelsea Library
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 > Attractions > Historic Buildings
Royal Hospital Road, Chelsea, London SW3 | 8 minutes from Chelsea Library
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
Kate Kuba
London > Shopping > Shoes
22 Duke of York Square, King's Road, Chelsea, London SW3 | 1 minute from Chelsea Library
Winner of ‘Best Women’s Footwear Awards’ two years running, this trendy shop has become a national treasure. An eclectic mix of equestrian-style boots, bejewelled high-heeled sandals ...More
London > Shopping > Shoes
22 Duke of York Square, King's Road, Chelsea, London SW3 | 1 minute from Chelsea Library
Winner of ‘Best Women’s Footwear Awards’ two years running, this trendy shop has become a national treasure. An eclectic mix of equestrian-style boots, bejewelled high-heeled sandals ...More
The Chelsea Gardener
London > Shopping > House and Garden
125 Sydney Street, Chelsea, London SW3 | 1 minute from Chelsea Library
Since opening in 1984, The Chelsea Gardener has gained a reputation as an excellent garden centre offering an oasis of green in the centre of Chelsea. ...More
London > Shopping > House and Garden
125 Sydney Street, Chelsea, London SW3 | 1 minute from Chelsea Library
Since opening in 1984, The Chelsea Gardener has gained a reputation as an excellent garden centre offering an oasis of green in the centre of Chelsea. ...More
Terre d'Oc
London > Shopping > Gifts and Luxuries
184 King's Road, Chelsea, Chelsea, London SW3 | 2 minutes from Chelsea Library
Here at the Londontown.com offices, it’s been known to smell a little. What do you expect when you get ten hard-working editors searching for London’s finest ...More
London > Shopping > Gifts and Luxuries
184 King's Road, Chelsea, Chelsea, London SW3 | 2 minutes from Chelsea Library
Here at the Londontown.com offices, it’s been known to smell a little. What do you expect when you get ten hard-working editors searching for London’s finest ...More
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Chelsea Physic Garden
London > Leisure > Parks and Gardens
66 Royal Hospital Garden, Chelsea, London SW3 | 6 minutes from Chelsea Library
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
66 Royal Hospital Garden, Chelsea, London SW3 | 6 minutes from Chelsea Library
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
G-Spa
London > Leisure > Health and Beauty
63-81 Pelham Street, South Kensington, London SW7 | 9 minutes from Chelsea Library
Downstairs from LA Fitness (keep going past the people who look like they're about to die on the running machines) you'll find G-Spa. A world away ...More
London > Leisure > Health and Beauty
63-81 Pelham Street, South Kensington, London SW7 | 9 minutes from Chelsea Library
Downstairs from LA Fitness (keep going past the people who look like they're about to die on the running machines) you'll find G-Spa. A world away ...More
Builders Arms
London > Restaurants > Gastropub
13 Britten Street, Chelsea, London SW3 | 2 minutes from Chelsea Library
This popular, basic pub serves some really great food. Everything is cooked on the premises from proper ingredients and the smell that drifts out of the ...More
London > Restaurants > Gastropub
13 Britten Street, Chelsea, London SW3 | 2 minutes from Chelsea Library
This popular, basic pub serves some really great food. Everything is cooked on the premises from proper ingredients and the smell that drifts out of the ...More
The Phoenix
London > Restaurants > Gastropub
23 Smith Street, Chelsea, SW3 | 5 minutes from Chelsea Library
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London > Restaurants > Gastropub
23 Smith Street, Chelsea, SW3 | 5 minutes from Chelsea Library
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Nightlife near Chelsea Library
Chelsea Library clubs, bars, cabaret nights, casinos and interesting nightlife.
Eighty Six
London > Nightlife > Bars
86 Fulham Road, South Kensington, London SW3 | 7 minutes from Chelsea Library
Eighty-Six is the brainchild of George Adams and Charlie Kearns, the duo behind Verbier's Coco Club. A popular place for after hours socialising for the Fulham ...More
London > Nightlife > Bars
86 Fulham Road, South Kensington, London SW3 | 7 minutes from Chelsea Library
Eighty-Six is the brainchild of George Adams and Charlie Kearns, the duo behind Verbier's Coco Club. A popular place for after hours socialising for the Fulham ...More
Evans & Peel Detective Agency
London > Nightlife > Bars
310c Earls Court Road, Earls Court, London SW5 | 20 minutes from Chelsea Library
Taking the speakeasy trend to another level, the Evans & Peel Detective Agency is a bar moonlighting as fully functioning detective company. The basement bar can ...More
London > Nightlife > Bars
310c Earls Court Road, Earls Court, London SW5 | 20 minutes from Chelsea Library
Taking the speakeasy trend to another level, the Evans & Peel Detective Agency is a bar moonlighting as fully functioning detective company. The basement bar can ...More
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Meeting venue hire near Chelsea Library
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Chelsea Physic Garden
London > Business > Venue Hire
66 Royal Hospital Road, Chelsea, Chelsea, London SW3 | 6 minutes from Chelsea Library
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 > Business > Venue Hire
66 Royal Hospital Road, Chelsea, Chelsea, London SW3 | 6 minutes from Chelsea Library
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
National Army Museum
London > Business > Venue Hire
Royal Hospital Road, Chelsea, Chelsea, London SW3 | 7 minutes from Chelsea Library
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
Royal Hospital Road, Chelsea, Chelsea, London SW3 | 7 minutes from Chelsea Library
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
Royal Hospital Chelsea
London > Business > Venue Hire
Royal Hospital Road, Chelsea, London SW3 | 8 minutes from Chelsea Library
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, London SW3 | 8 minutes from Chelsea Library
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
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What's On Today Near Chelsea Library Dominic Mattos Concerts | On 24th May 2013 The Pheasantry 3 minutes walk from Chelsea Library The counter-tenor and cabaret performer sings jazz-swing and popular songs from stage musicals....More Meet The Author: Alex Mitchell, Author Of The Rurbanite Handbook Exhibitions | On 24th May 2013 Chelsea Physic Garden 6 minutes walk from Chelsea Library The author presents readings from her latest work....More London Gay Men's Chorus Music | Until 25th May 2013 Cadogan Hall 12 minutes walk from Chelsea Library The choir performs pop covers....More Belly Dancing Classes Sporting Events | Until 31st May 2013 Chelsea Theatre 12 minutes walk from Chelsea Library ...More Zumba: Workshop Sporting Events | Until 31st May 2013 Chelsea Theatre 12 minutes walk from Chelsea Library ...More The Falsettos Theatre | Until 25th May 2013 Chelsea Theatre 12 minutes walk from Chelsea Library The Hawaiian performance artist Stacy Makishi offers a humours take on the mystery of love, loss and separation through investigations ...More Indian Arrival Day Kids Events | On 24th May 2013 Victoria and Albert (V & A) Museum 13 minutes walk from Chelsea Library Stories of Diaspora, dance, spoken word and a gallery tour....More A Body Of Evidence: Talk Exhibitions | Until 25th May 2013 Natural History Museum 14 minutes walk from Chelsea Library A forensic anthropologist discusses how they identify unknown bodies....More RCM Singers Concerts | On 24th May 2013 Royal College of Music 17 minutes walk from Chelsea Library Soprano Janis Kelly performs Poulenc's La Dame De Monte-Carlo in French....More London 2013 The AnnualThe best London events, openings, anniversaries & experiences for 2013, from LondonTown.com Book £10 Tablet FREE 
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