A retirement and nursing home for veterans of the British Army run by an independent charity. It dates back to 1682 when it was founded by King Charles II, who was inspired by Les Invalides in Paris.
The site includes a chapel built by Sir Christopher Wren who also designed the Great Hall. The chapel is a great example of Wren's architecture and it features a magnificent silver-gilt altar plate. The Royal Hospital's museum displays paintings, dioramas, uniforms and many other artifacts.
Open daily.
Museum:
Mon - Fri: 10 am - 4 pm
Closed holidays and for special events
Free admission.
Official website http://www.chelsea-pensioners.co.uk
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/RoyalHospitalChelsea/
Phone +1 7881–5298
Address Royal Hospital Rd., London, SW3 4SR, England
Coordinates 51°29'13.813" N -0°9'28.154" E
