The Ceremony of the Christmas Cake

The Chelsea Pensioners celebrate the annual Ceremony of the Christmas Cheeses

The Stirring of the Christmas Pudding

The Chelsea Pensioners Remember

Royal Hospital Chelsea appoints Mr Fothergill's as first corporate patron

Chelsea Pensioners move in to new Long Wards

Chelsea's Scarlet Army: New documentary on the Chelsea Pensioners to air on Forces TV

Freemasons donate £6000 for new Infirmary beds

Chelsea Pensioners Awarded South Korean Peace Medals

Royal Hospital Chelsea the final stop for soldier who walked home from Cyprus

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Meet Chelsea Pensioner Billy Knowles

Chelsea Pensioner, Billy, discusses his 25 year career in the British Army after joining at 15 years old, becoming a drummer and how he is continuing his love for music at the Royal Hospital Chelsea.

Meet Chelsea Pensioner Mick Gue: Sporting Success

Chelsea Pensioner, Mick Gue, talks about his athletic triumphs in the Army, and what he is doing now to stay fit in retirement.