Coronavirus update You may have noticed we’ve reduced or cancelled many public-facing events, services and functions. We are directing all our resources to provide vital care and support for our Pensioners which may impact several key services to the public during this period. We’d like to apologise for any inconvenience caused and we thank you for your continued support. For all updates please visit: chelsea-pensioners.co.uk/coronavirus Close VENUE HIRE MEMBERSHIP DONATE The Royal Hospital Chelsea, the home of the Chelsea Pensioners ABOUT US THE CHELSEA PENSIONERS SUPPORT US VISIT US SHOP CHRISTMAS AT THE ROYAL HOSPITAL As we approach the season of goodwill, the Chelsea Pensioners are excited to welcome back a more normal Christmas this year and with it a feast of traditions to celebrate, from the Cheese Ceremony to the Stirring of the Christmas Pudding. Learn more about the centuries of festivities at the Royal Hospital. STEP INTO CHRISTMAS THE CHELSEA PENSIONERS The nation's iconic Army veterans At the Royal Hospital Chelsea we offer excellent accommodation, comradeship and the highest standards of care for veterans of the British Army in recognition of their loyal service to the Nation. MEET THE PENSIONERS Marjorie Cole SUPPORT US Become a Friend The Friends of the Royal Hospital Chelsea is an active and welcoming membership scheme, offering a sociable experience to all our members as well as a deeper engagement with the Royal Hospital and the Chelsea Pensioners. BECOME A MEMBER Site Restrictions Become a Chelsea Pensioner Make a Donation Care at the Royal Hospital I think we’re doing well here, compared to the outside world. The staff are doing everything they can in the circumstances. Chelsea Pensioner Ray Pearson LIFE AS A CHELSEA PENSIONER NEWS View the archive Festive fun at the stirring of the Christmas Pudding ceremony Chelsea Pensioners and staff gathered together in the Great Hall on the last day of November to usher in the start of Advent with the first of the Royal Hospital’s annual Christmas traditions. The Chelsea Pensioners remember After the restrictions last year, the Royal Hospital today commemorated Remembrance with a Drumhead Ceremony on figure court. TWITTER Follow @RHChelsea FACEBOOK Like for updates Privacy Cookies Jobs Media Contact Find Us IP PORTAL BURTON COURT MEMBERS The Royal Hospital Chelsea is the home of the iconic Chelsea Pensioners, who are all retired soldiers of the British Army. Since 1692 we have offered care and comradeship for veterans in recognition of their loyal service to the Nation. ©2021 Royal Hospital Chelsea. Royal Hospital Chelsea, supported by Royal Hospital Chelsea Appeal Ltd, a registered charity and company limited by guarantee, charity no 1076414, company no 03701005. We use cookies on this site to enhance your user experience By clicking "I agree", you agree for us doing so. No, give me more info OK, I agree No, thanks