New Beginnings: 2024 Events at Auriens

From culinary adventures to piano recitals, get ready for a year filled with unforgettable experiences. Please scroll down to find out more.

January Open House | Coffee & Cake at Auriens Chelsea

Tuesday 9th January | 10am - 12pm

Come and join us at one of our first coffee mornings and find out more about what it's like to live at Auriens Chelsea. On Tuesday, 9th January, we are holding an open house and inviting friends and neighbours in to join us for coffee. It's an opportunity to experience life at Auriens and also to meet some of the residents who call Auriens their home.

Back By Popular Demand...Piano Recital By Yuki Negishi

Wednesday 10th January | 6pm | Auriens Chelsea

We are delighted to welcome back Yuki Negishi, who has performed at venues across Europe, Japan, China and the USA as well as giving over 500 performances in the UK. She has been broadcast on BBC Radio 3, ITV and Channel 4, and has released a number of albums including music by Chopin, Kapustin and the world-premiere recordings of Melanie Spanswick’s “Enigma”.

Culfords Restaurant will be open for dinner following the recital. 

Mood Food: Beating the January Blues by Kyros

Wednesday 17th January | 6pm | Auriens Chelsea

Embark on a journey to uplift your spirits with our physiotherapist Holly Limbrick and Head of Wellness, Gideon Remfry. This interactive session includes a quiz, case studies, and invaluable tips for boosting your mood through food and lifestyle choices. Conclude the experience with a 'Feast of Wellness' crafted by our Head Chef Matt at Culfords restaurant.

A Pre-Burns Night Scottish Celebration 

Wednesday 24th January | From 7pm | Auriens Chelsea

Immerse yourself in a Scottish-themed evening featuring traditional dishes, including the iconic Haggis, on our a la carte menu. Our Scotsman, David Simpson, will lead the celebration with traditional poetry, making this a night to remember.

Robert Ross Comedy Talk: It's a Funny Way to Make a Living

Wednesday 7th February | 6pm | Auriens Chelsea

Robert Ross is a leading authority on the history of British Comedy. He has written a library of books and critically acclaimed biographies, including those of Sid James and Marty Feldman. He is a frequent guest on radio and TV and his many credits include interviews for Top Te: Comedy Records, Will the Real Basil Fawlty Please Stand Up?, When Comedy Goes Horrible Wrong, What the Pythons Did Next, Richard and Judy and the BBC News. 

Culfords Restaurant will be open for dinner following the talk.

February Open House  | Coffee & Cake at Auriens Chelsea

Tuesday 13th February | 10am - 12pm 

For those who are unable to make our coffee morning in January, we are holding a second one on Tuesday, 13th February. It's an opportunity to join us for coffee, experience life at Auriens, and also to meet some of the residents who call Auriens their home.

Strings Recital By Violinist Eunsley Park & Her Guest Cellist, Tessa Seymour 

Wednesday 28th February | 6pm | Auriens Chelsea

Eunsley Park spent her formative years at the Yehudi Menuhun School, she held the position of Junior Fellow at the Royal College of Music and studied on the artist diploma course as an RCM scholar. Upon graduation, she was awarded First Class Honours and now maintains a regular performing schedule in prestigious venues throughout the UK and internationally. 

Tessa Seymor first started playing cello at the age of six and joined the Curtis Institute of Music at 16 years old. Tess is the recipient of the Verbier Festivals 'Jean-Nicolas Firmenich prize for cello and was nicknamed a Jack Kent Cooke Scholar in 2010. Tess is hailed by critics as being 'richly emotive' and demonstrating 'an uncanny sense of tasteful proportion... a natural talent that cannot be taught.'

Culfords Restaurant will be open for dinner following the recital.

Piano Recital By Giordano Buondonno

Wednesday 20th March | 6pm | Auriens Chelsea

Join us for an evening of exquisite piano melodies by Giordano Buondonno, a talented musician mentored by esteemed mentors in Italy and London. Experience the culmination of his artistry as he pursues an Artist Diploma at Guildhall School of Music and Drama. Culfords Restaurant beckons for a delightful dinner after the recital.

Culfords Restaurant will be open for dinner following the recital.

Friends and family are very welcome although places are limited and reservations are required. To R.S.V.P. please email David Simpson david.simpson@auriens.com or call 07917352411.