Spreading Christmas Cheer with the Chelsea Pensioners
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Chelsea and the Royal Hospital Setting
Simon describes Chelsea's location, the Royal Hospital's grounds, and the wintry atmosphere around the Thames.
Narrator: Simon Mattacks 🇬🇧
Writer: Jo Steer ✍️
Sound effects: London ambience, flowing river 🏙️ 🌊
Welcome back, sleepyheads. Tonight, we’ll meet the Chelsea Pensioners, the retired soldiers known for their scarlet uniforms. We’ll delve into their yuletide traditions, from the stirring of the Christmas pudding to the Ceremony of the Cheeses. 😴
Includes mentions of: Food, Nostalgia, Christmas, Winter, History, Gratitude, Birthdays, Military History, Ice & Snow, Alcohol, Beverages, British History, Religious Traditions.
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