GORING GAP LOCAL HISTORY SOCIETY
TRANSPORT HISTORY GROUP to the National Army Museum and Royal Chelsea Hospital Museum Chelsea, on Wednesday 21 March 2018
The new National Army Museum is a joy - they have got the balance of display and written information just right. Use of excellent interactives enables in depth examination of some subjects without being overwhelming. In addition to the obvious military campaigns the Museum covers the social history of all military personnel not just the combatants including women. It also deals with impact of the army on the arts and children’s play.
For more details if you cannot wait try www.nam.ac.uk
As an extra to finish or begin your visit not far away is the charming little Chelsea Hospital Museum which tells the history of this stunning hospital - the home for retired military personnel since 1692. I have never seen so many medals! The Wren designed chapel is superb but must be viewed from outside. The shop is manned by cheerful Pensioners of both sexes who are happy to chat.
Travel arrangements
We take the 09.19 train from Goring & Streatley to Paddington and, from there, the Circle line to Sloane Square. Then it is a 15 minute walk to the Museums which are next to each other.
Costs
The cost of a Senior Railcard return ticket with Travelcard is £17.45. Entry to both Museums is FREE
Catering
There are good cafes in both museums serving a range of cooked meals and iimaginative sandwiches etc. The Army Museum sells wine! It is about 300 yard walk to the varied eateries of the Kings Road..
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GGLHS Transport Group visit to the Chelsea Museums on Wednesday 21 March 2018.
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