Old Royal Naval College

Discover the Old Royal Naval College, a spectacular UNESCO World Heritage site in the heart of maritime Greenwich, London. Its magnificent architecture by Sir Christopher Wren and beautiful riverside setting reveal an extraordinary 600-year history not to be missed. Among many attractions, experience ‘Britain’s Sistine Chapel’, Sir James Thornhill’s magnificent Baroque masterpiece – the Painted Hall.  Throughout the year, they offer a range of free family activities, which include Storytelling inspired by the amazing artwork in the Painted Hall, Make History creative arts sessions, History in Action drama and movement workshops. Meet the Past Sundays invite families to chat to 17th and 18th Century artists, sailors, architects and even the occasional pirate. In the school holidays, they run a range of family activities which include music workshops, science activities, trails and history sessions.   This August, their family activities will be taking place midweek. Visit for some traditional lawn games with a naval pensioner and nurse, have a go at their weekly family challenges, or enjoy creative astronomy activities and storytelling sessions with author Tom Kerss. All of their summer programme is free, so pop along and have some fun!