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Greenwich Gin shop opens at the Old Royal Naval College

Thu 14 Nov 24

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Empowering English language learners through heritage and creativity

Mon 14 Oct 24

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Supporting creative learning for children in hospital

Mon 14 Oct 24

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Our heritage powered by charity

Thu 5 Sep 24

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235-year-old Chapel organ set to be restored to former glory

Wed 4 Sep 24

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Conserving the Four Graces statues for future generations 

Mon 2 Sep 24

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Shortlisted for 3 London Venue & Catering Awards 2024

Fri 2 Aug 24

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Nelson Collection shows impact of Britain’s most famous Admiral

Thu 13 Jun 24

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Where was Bridgerton filmed?

Thu 16 May 24

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The Tosier Chocolate House opens in Greenwich

Fri 5 Apr 24

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Five years since the Painted Hall re-opened: showcasing the power of heritage

Fri 22 Mar 24

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New exhibition to open at the Old Royal Naval College this Easter

Thu 21 Mar 24

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Old Royal Naval College wins Best Historic Venue at London for Groups Awards

Thu 22 Feb 24

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Old Royal Naval College recognised as treasure of European film culture

Mon 19 Feb 24

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Museum of the Moon shortlisted for Cultural Enterprises Awards 2024

Wed 31 Jan 24

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Old Royal Naval College awarded Planet Mark certification

Fri 26 Jan 24

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Spectacular art installation Coalescence, comes to the Painted Hall

Tue 31 Oct 23

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Old Royal Naval College hosts a Bridgerton Late Event

Fri 1 Sep 23

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The Feast of Chromatica: Stunning Venue Transforms for Summer Showcase

Tue 8 Aug 23

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Maritime Greenwich in New Illustrated Map of UK UNESCO Sites

Wed 2 Aug 23

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Large-Scale Live Music Launches at the Old Royal Naval College

Sat 8 Jul 23

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Tony Hales CBE Completes Term as Chair of the Greenwich Foundation for the Old Royal Naval College

Tue 27 Jun 23

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Volunteers and Staff take part in the 2023 Volunteer Week Celebrations

Fri 9 Jun 23

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The Greenwich Foundation for the Old Royal Naval College appoints new Chair from July

Thu 1 Jun 23

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Greenwich Dog Show 2023

Tue 30 May 23

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Volunteers and staff at Old Royal Naval College sing out as part of Big Help Out

Thu 11 May 23

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Sea Cadet Unit joined hundreds of young people to put on a special Coronation Parade

Tue 9 May 23

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Hospital School Outreach Programme shortlisted for prestigious award

Wed 15 Mar 23

Old Royal Naval College shortlisted for Museum + Heritage Awards

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Award for our expert team of tour guides 

Thu 23 Feb 23

Old Royal Naval College wins ‘Best Guided Tour’ award.

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Old Royal Naval College welcomes Mark Hosea as new Director of Estates and Conservation

Wed 15 Feb 23

Mark Hosea will provide strategic leadership for our conservation programme.

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Looking Ahead: Our Plans for 2023

Tue 17 Jan 23

2023 is chock-full of highlights at London’s must-see riverside landmark.

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Blood and Battle: Dissecting the life of William Beatty

Mon 24 Oct 22

New immersive exhibition featuring William Beatty’s medical tools

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Iconic fashion show staged at the Old Royal Naval College

Tue 11 Oct 22

An architectural superstructure was built for Alexander McQueen’s collection.

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Celebrating Trafalgar Night at the Old Royal Naval College

Wed 28 Sep 22

On Friday October 21st, there will be a special formal dinner

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Old Royal Naval College receives Sandford Award for its exceptional education programme

Tue 20 Sep 22

The award is presented by The Heritage Education Trust

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Old Royal Naval College welcomes new Chaplain at the Chapel of St Peter & St Paul

Thu 15 Sep 22

The Reverend Dr Robert Tobin is the Chaplain at the Chapel

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In Memoriam: Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

Fri 9 Sep 22

Memories of her Majesty The Queen at the Old Royal Naval College

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Sketches by Sir James Thornhill on display in the Painted Hall

Fri 5 Aug 22

18th-century drawings by Sir James Thornhill on show at the Painted Hall

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Celebrating the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee at the Old Royal Naval College

Thu 9 Jun 22

Thousands came together in Greenwich to celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee

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The Greenwich Foundation celebrates 25 Years

Mon 21 Mar 22

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Old Royal Naval College featured in London’s spectacular New Year’s Eve show

Sat 1 Jan 22

   

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Gilded ironwork gates decorated to notable effect

Thu 23 Dec 21

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The Big Dream unveiled at the Old Royal Naval College

Thu 16 Dec 21

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Citizenship Ceremony at the Old Royal Naval College

Fri 10 Dec 21

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Renovation to the historic Nelson Room is underway

Mon 15 Nov 21

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Best Museum win for the Old Royal Naval College at Tiqets Remarkable Venues Awards

Fri 12 Nov 21

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Q&A – Making art and mischief with Nick Ellwood

Fri 22 Oct 21

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John Flamsteed’s 375th Birthday

Thu 19 Aug 21

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The Battle of the Glorious First of June

Tue 1 Jun 21

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HistoryRiot at the Old Royal Naval College

Sat 29 May 21

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Summer at the Old Royal Naval College

Thu 13 May 21

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Memories of HRH Prince Philip at the Old Royal Naval College

Thu 15 Apr 21

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Government’s Culture Recovery Fund to support Old Royal Naval College’s reopening

Mon 12 Apr 21

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Lights, Camera, Action for Historic Film Set

Fri 26 Mar 21

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Awe-Inspiring Gaia Returns to the Painted Hall

Thu 25 Mar 21

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Two Years Since Painted Hall Conservation Project

Sat 20 Mar 21

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Old Royal Naval College to reopen with outdoor and digital offerings from 12 April

Wed 10 Mar 21

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Old Royal Naval College – a must-see for movie fans

Fri 22 Jan 21

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Old Royal Naval College Reopening 3 December

Thu 26 Nov 20

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Gaia Returns to the Painted Hall

Thu 26 Nov 20

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The Old Royal Naval College Hosts The Duke of Gloucester

Wed 21 Oct 20

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New Digital Architecture Tour

Fri 25 Sep 20

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Old Royal Naval College, Greenwich in London triumphs at national VisitEngland awards

Tue 18 Aug 20

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Summer Fun at the Old Royal Naval College

Mon 27 Jul 20

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Reopening for Summer 2020

Mon 6 Jul 20

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The Governor and the Navigator: Connecting Sir Hugh Palliser and Captain James Cook

Fri 3 Jul 20

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Foundation stone of the Royal Hospital for Seamen laid at Greenwich

Tue 30 Jun 20

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Volunteers Week 2020

Mon 1 Jun 20

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Life at the Royal Naval College, Greenwich, during the Second World War

Fri 8 May 20

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Spread The Love

Mon 20 Apr 20

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A Day In The Life Of A Volunteer Tour Guide

Fri 17 Apr 20

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Spotting the Zodiac Signs

Wed 15 Apr 20

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The Charity Boys and the Establishment of the Royal Hospital School

Tue 7 Apr 20

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New Chief Executive appointed 

Wed 1 Apr 20

Matthew Mees is the new Chief Executive for the Old Royal Naval College.

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Introducing The Lives of Pensioners Project

Fri 27 Mar 20

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Old Royal Naval College receives an Autism Friendly Award for 2020

Fri 21 Feb 20

Recognising the ORNC’s commitment to welcoming autistic visitors.

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Salon Evening with stars Hugh Bonneville, Robert Bathurst, Jane Asher, Anthony Ofoegbu & Lisa McGrillis

Thu 9 Jan 20

Exclusive Salon Evening in the Painted Hall on 23rd January 2020.

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The Year Ahead: 2020 at the Old Royal Naval College

Thu 2 Jan 20

2020 promises to be a big year with the return of several unmissable events.

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Old Royal Naval College Joins London Pass

Mon 22 Jul 19

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Explorer Maps now available in seven languages

Fri 19 Jul 19

The Old Royal Naval College are delighted to announce the launch of our brand new Explorer Maps available in seven languages.

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Painted Hall wins RIBA National Award

Fri 28 Jun 19

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Painted Hall nominated for New London Architecture Awards 2019

Fri 14 Jun 19

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Painted Hall scoops two RIBA awards

Tue 21 May 19

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Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal attends Gala Dinner in the Painted Hall

Thu 16 May 19

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Painted Hall wins Museums + Heritage Award for Restoration / Conservation Project of the Year

Thu 16 May 19

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Painted Hall reopens after two-year conservation project

Mon 25 Mar 19

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VE:Forum Awards: Old Royal Naval College Wins Accessible Visitor Experience of the Year Award!

Thu 9 Aug 18

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Winners announced at the NLA Awards 2018

Sat 7 Jul 18

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Old Royal Naval College wins Best of Royal Greenwich Business award

Fri 19 Jan 18

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Major archaeological finds at Greenwich uncover lost Royal palace

Sun 13 Aug 17

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Old Royal Naval College earns Investing in Volunteers standard

Wed 5 Oct 16

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Work begins on Painted Hall Project

Thu 22 Sep 16

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Public generosity helps Old Royal Naval College raise £1m

Tue 5 Jul 16

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Old Royal Naval College awarded £3.2m National Lottery grant

Tue 1 Mar 16

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Restoration of the Anson Globes

Mon 2 Apr 12

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HRH Duke of Gloucester becomes President

Fri 1 Oct 10

HRH Prince Richard, Duke of Gloucester is to become President of the Greenwich Foundation for the Old Royal Naval College.

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