Chelsea Old Church, London
Chelsea Old Church is a historic Grade I listed building dating back to the Medieval Ages.
Chelsea Old Church is a historic Grade I listed building dating back to the Medieval Ages. The north chapel was built by the lords of the Chelsea manor, and later the south chapel was added by Sir Thomas More who was executed by Henry VIII. Legend has it that his headless body is buried here. It also has memorials to author Henry James and Sir Hans Sloane of British Museum fame, among others.
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Chelsea Old Church and Nearby Sights on Map
Roper's Garden
Carlyle's House
Carlyle's House is an 18th century building that was the home of the philosopher and historian Thomas Carlyle from 1834 and now houses a museum dedicated to his life and work
Chelsea Physic Garden
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Battersea Park
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Victoria and Albert Museum
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National Army Museum
The National Army Museum explores the history of the British Army from the 11th century to the present day
Royal Hospital
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Science Museum
Dedicated to scientific exhibitions and collections bar those related to the life sciences
The Geological Museum
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