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About Chelsea

Chelsea is a district in London which in recent times gained fame as the 'home' of the 'swinging sixties' . The swinging sixties was defined on the Kings Road, which runs the length of the area and both the Beatles and the Rolling Stones lived here at one time.

The district is loosely defined by the area around the Kings Road (named for Charles II) beginning at Sloane Square at one end, and the World's End public house, at the other. The River Thames and the Victorian artist's district are to the south. It is often said that Chelsea reflects an odd mixture of reticent English upper class and the cultural Avant-garde. Chelsea, though, has long been known for it's Bohemian quarter, the haunt of Arist's and radicals.

Apart from the Beatles and the Rolling Stones, other famous residents include; Sylvia Pankhurst, Elizabeth Gaskell and the Iron Lady herself, Margaret Thatcher.

Of the famous buildings in Chelsea, the best known must be the Royal Hospital. This great establishment was founded by Charles II in the year 1682 for the use of veteran and invalid soldiers. Sir Christopher Wren designed most of the buildings, and his work can be seen at it's finest in the Figure Court and the Chapel. Alterations and additions were subsequently made by Robert Adam and Sir John Soane. The Hospital houses a number of army pensioners who parade in their scarlet frock-coats on Oak Apple Day, May 29th. The uniform of the Chelsea pensioner has hardly changed in 260 years, it is scarlet for summer and dark blue, in winter. The famous three cornered hats are worn on special occasions only.

The National Army Museum too, is well worth a visit.

Once famous for Chelsea China ware, which although the works ceased to be here long ago, can still be bought. Today, original pieces sold at auction can fetch a high value. The Chelsea bun also originated here and it is here too, that the Chelsea Flower Show is held. A visit to Chelsea is a great experience and as you can see, not just for it's lively pubs and bars.

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	Cranley Gardens Hotel 8 Cranley Gardens, South Kensington, Kensington & Chelsea, South Kensington, Greater London, England (0.4 miles, 0.6 km) Located in the heart of South Kensington, this hotel rests by a garden square, less than a kilometre from the Victoria and Albert and Science museums. This tastefully decorated town house hotel pr... More info and book online.. Price from £75.00
	Chelsea Lodge Hotel 268 Fulham Rd, Chelsea, Chelsea, Chelsea, Greater London, England (0.4 miles, 0.6 km) Chelsea Lodge is a bargain in the heart of 'cool' London, close to the most fashionable shops, clubs and restaurants. A Frommers magazine 'little wonder hotel', it is above the famous Fulham Bar and r... More info and book online.. Price from £54.00
	Sydney House Chelsea 9-11 Sydney Street, South Kensington, Greater London, England (0.4 miles, 0.7 km) A stylish contemporary 4-star townhouse hotel in fashionable Chelsea opened in July 03. A/C throughout, ADSL internet, flat TV's + DVD, Vi spring beds, power showers. A stylish contemporary hotel in... More info and book online.. Price from £115.00
	myhotel Chelsea 35 Ixworth Place, Chelsea, Greater London, England (0.6 miles, 0.9 km) ”where Sex & the City meets Brideshead Revisited” myhotel Chelsea is a chic haven of peace which combines the eccentricities of traditional England with the cosmopolitan nature of urban living. ... More info and book online.. Price from £175.00
	The Cranley Hotel 10 Bina Gardens, South Kensington, South Kensington, Greater London, England (0.6 miles, 0.9 km) We are situated in a quiet street in the heart of London of the most Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. Our hotel is one of London's most charming Town House Hotels. An ideal city centre locat... More info and book online.. Price from £141.00

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South Kensington Tube Station	(0.6 miles, 1.0 km)
Gloucester Road Tube Station	(0.7 miles, 1.2 km)
Fulham Broadway Station	(0.9 miles, 1.4 km)
Parsons Green Station	(1.1 miles, 1.8 km)
M4 Junction 1	(4.7 miles, 7.6 km, direction W)
M4 Junction 2	(5.7 miles, 9.2 km, direction W)
London City Airport	(10.2 miles, 16.4 km, direction E)
London Heathrow Airport	(11.9 miles, 19.2 km, direction W)