practical information

FAIR DATES

26 June - 1 July 2025

The Treasure House Fair is held at the Royal Hospital Chelsea at the height of London’s summer season each year. The Fair brings together exhibitors from around the world representing the widest range of disciplines available.

LOCATION

Royal Hospital Chelsea

South Grounds

London, SW3 4SR

OPENING HOURS

THURSDAY 26

FRIDAY 27

SATURDAY 28

SUNDAY 29

MONDAY 30

TUESDAY 1

11 am - 9 pm

11 am - 8 pm

11 am - 7 pm

11 am - 8 pm

OPENING HOURS

THURSDAY 26

FRIDAY 27

SATURDAY 28

SUNDAY 29

MONDAY 30

TUESDAY 1

11 am - 9 pm

11 am - 8 pm

11 am - 7 pm

11 am - 8 pm

GETTING TO THE FAIR

ON FOOT
The Main Entrance to the Fair is the London Gate, accessed from Royal Hospital Road.

This is a short walk from Sloane Square which is well served by the Circle and District lines as well as numerous bus routes.

Click for directions to London Gate

BY TAXI AND CAR
The Bull Ring Gate provides cars and taxis access to the grounds where guests can be dropped off right by the Fair's entrance at the north end. Access the gate from the Chelsea Embankment.

Click for directions to the Bull Ring Gate

Other local parking can be found in Battersea Park and nearby streets. Check rbkc.gov.uk and westminster.gov.uk for details.

ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION
There is parking on-site for blue badge holders and others who may require it, stewards will direct you on arrival.

The Fair is fully wheelchair accessible. An accessibility ramp is provided at the entrance to the fair, with the entire event space is situated on one level for ease of movement. A limited number of wheelchairs will also be available at the cloakroom for visitor use.

HOSPITALITY & special events

Sculpture Walk: Disrupt ~ Connect

The theme for this edition of the Sculpture Walk this year is Disrupt ~ Connect

It aims to stimulate engaging dialogue around the power of sculpture. Guided walks led by curators and artists will explore the sculptural landscape, examining how these works interact with and transform their environment, creating both connections and disruptions in our perception of space and form.

The walk will include a dedicated hub space within the fair - a home to connect the works beyond the fair to the creators, their context within their timeline and their display spaces around the world. As in previous years the Sculpture Walk is open to contributors outside of the exhibitors, all works will be curated to match the high standards of this vetted fair.

The Sculpture Walk is organised under the direction of sculpture expert Flo Horswell of Harvey Horswell Ltd. The Curator of the walk, appointed for 2025 is Melissa L Gustin, Curator of British Art at the Walker Gallery, National Liverpool Musuems.

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Sculpture Walk: Public Tour Schedule

Join the Curator for a guided talk around the sculpture map on
Friday 27th at 11am & 4pm
Saturday 28th & Sunday 29th at 4pm
Monday 30th & Tuesday 1st at 11am

Special Tour with a neurodivergent speaker discussing how we all see colour and shape differently.
Saturday 28th at 11am

A walk for young art explorers! Come to the Sculpture Walk Stand to start your sculpture hunt. Don't forget to bring your adults!
Sunday 29th at 11am

Join the Curator and Matt Pottage, discussing sculpture in the landscape. Matt is Head of Horticulture and Landscape Strategy for The Royal Parks in London, and former Curator of RHS Garden Wisley.
Monday 30th at 3pm

To join any tour, meet at the Sculpture Walk Stand in the entrance of the fair.

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Talk & Book Signing with Henrietta Spencer-Churchill

Blenheim: 300 years of life in a palace

Regarded as perhaps the greatest of the stately homes and the finest example of baroque architecture in Great Britain, Blenheim is a treasure of English heritage. In this stunning volume, Lady Henrietta Spencer-Churchill, the twelfth generation of the family, takes us on a privileged tour of the palace.

Join the author to hear about the book at 11.30am on Thursday 26th June at Potterton Books stand in the Entrance.

Guided Tours of the Fair

We are excited to be able to offer guided tours with an expert, throughout the run of the fair from 27 June - 1 July.

Discover the rich history and stories behind the exhibits on display and explore the hidden gems that may otherwise be easy to miss. Book a private group tour to immerse yourself in the world of art and heritage at the Fair.

Guided Tours will be hosted by Catherine Milner. She is formerly arts correspondent of the Sunday Telegraph newspaper and editor of The Treasure House Fair’s online magazine. She brings expertise and experience from both the world of journalism and the commercial art market to her series of guided tours.

To book a private group tour in advance click below.

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The New Medici: the rise of the eclectic collector

Country Life will host a private talk, a conversation between Giles Kime, editor of the magazine, with interior designer Henriette von Stockhausen, historian and writer Huon Mallalieu and author Michael Diaz-Griffith joining him.

The discussion will explore the rise of the eclectic collector, and their impact on evolving perceptions and tastes. Drawing on the Medeci family amongst others, the talk will take place inside the Terrace Pavilion at 3pm on Preview Day.

Click below for tickets which all come with a complimentary glass of champagne on arrival.

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Exhibition: The Brilliant Bugattis

Rarely in history has a dynasty of artists exerted more fascination than the Bugattis. Through their considerable talent, fertile imaginations, technical virtuosity and pioneering flamboyance, four generations of creators have all produced completely unique bodies of work, with each making immense contributions to the world of art, design and automotives in their time. This summer, their oeuvre will be brought together in a landmark exhibition and special feature of the 2025 Treasure House Fair.

The Brilliant Bugattis will be the first exhibition on this virtuoso family in the UK since the pioneering show at the Royal College of Art, London in 1979. A treasure trove of 30 artworks, designs and cars, this non-selling exhibition will feature pieces by the family patriarch, Carlo (1856-1940) - a true Renaissance man who could design anything to perfection, from furniture to silverware; his sons - the genius animal sculptor Rembrandt (1884-1916) and the epoch-defining car engineer Ettore (1881-1946); and his grandson, Jean (1909-1939) whose car design significantly contributed to the fame of the Bugatti name today.

Find the exhibition at stand 225 within the Treasure House Fair.

Refuel by Firmdale

The Soho Hotel is bringing its culinary flair to Treasure House this year with their Refuel Café pop up.

Open all day, enjoy seasonal dishes or afternoon tea in the vibrant restaurant designed by Kit Kemp. Those on the move can head to the deli counter for homemade sandwiches, salads and tarts ‘to go’. Take a pew at the bar or in the colourful lounge with an art inspired cocktail in hand - the perfect way to take a moment between perusing the stands.

The Oyster Bar by Red Oyster

The Oyster Bar is an indoor-outdoor bar with direct access to our Terrace overlooking the Royal Hospital Chelsea.

Enjoy a curated selection of oysters and other seafood paired with Champagne Pommery and fine wines. Expect the freshest fish, shucked oysters and smoked salmon, as well as vegan dishes and salads.

The Brasserie by Red Oyster

The Brasserie offers thoughtfully prepared dishes to suit all tastes and palates–whether you are after a quick bite or an extended meal. The Brasserie offers a vibrant selection of seafood dishes to bring a taste of summer to your table.

For private groups or receptions, bespoke menus can be created on request.

To arrange a private booking or event during the Fair, or book a table please contact the restaurant at brasserie@treasurehousefair.com.

The Terrace

Overlooking the magnificent Royal Hospital Chelsea, the terrace offers a relaxing setting to enjoy the ambience of the Fair. Guests can indulge in a variety of refreshments, including wine, champagne, oysters and a range of other culinary delights.

VETTING AT THE TREASURE HOUSE FAIR

Vetting is a sharing of knowledge, a collaboration between Vetting Committees and exhibitors. It is undertaken to give clarity and confidence to the visitor through the clear labelling of all works of art to confirm the exhibit as genuine and of the age it is stated to be; to confirm that research and due diligence has been carried out to include references to provenance; and to give reference to condition, restorations and alterations.

The Vetting Committee comprises specialists whose expertise has been gained through working in the art world whether as a dealer or gallerist, auctioneer, museum curator, academic, conservator or as an independent consultant. Not only are vetters present on vetting day, where they examine each work of art, but a wider pool of experts support through online virtual vetting.

Additionally, the Art Loss Register (www.artloss.com) check all exhibits at Treasure House Fair against their database of more than 700,000 items that are subject to a claim. The ALR is the world’s largest privately managed dataset of stolen, missing and looted works of art, antiques and collectables. Its database includes items reported as lost or stolen, subject to a dispute or loan, or with other issues. Any object found to be subject to a claim is removed from the Fair.

The opinion of the Treasure House Fair Vetting Committee is given to the best of their knowledge based on the information provided and no member of the Vetting Committee, nor Treasure House Fair Limited shall be liable for any direct or indirect loss. Images of works of art contained in publicity material, including the Treasure House Fair's website, or used on social media may not have been reviewed and are illustrative only.

health & safety

We are devoted to making Treasure House Fair as safe as possible for our visitors, exhibitors and staff by adhering to the highest standards of health and safety.