RSA House

The House, designed by Robert Adam in the early 1770s, is the historic home of the RSA.  A famous centre for Enlightenment thinking, the building has been the intellectual and social home of some of the greatest thinkers and social activists of the past 200 years.  Today it is also recognised as one of the most exclusive and sought after locations in London for a wide range of commercial and social. events Our unique, listed building combines Georgian grandeur with high quality contemporary design to provide a flexible space that can cater for a variety of different functions. events.

Situated in a prime location just off the Strand in central London, our hospitality and catering team provide a bespoke service to clients.  Whether it's a conference for 200, location filming, product launches, press events, boardroom meetings, wedding ceremonies, receptions or parties, we can provide the best in hospitality.  

We pride ourselves on our environmental policies, holding your event at the RSA house means showing your support for a venue and organisation that does more than just recycle. Our head Chef invites an innovative approach to his food philosophy, supporting British providers and purchases from sustainable stocks.

Conferences and seminars

The Great Room, decorated with James Barry's spectacular 18th-century mural, The Progress of Human Knowledge and Culture, offers a versatile auditorium for up to 200 guests with state-of-the-art AV equipment. 

For smaller meetings or seminars we have a wide range of rooms, accommodating from 10 to 200 people.

Press events, product launches and private screenings

The Durham Street Auditorium is perfect for press screenings, whilst intimate launches and presentations are ideal in our other boutique House event spaces, such as the Folkestone, Tavern and Romney rooms.

Boardroom meetings and company events

Our unique Georgian rooms create an inspirational backdrop to your company meetings.

For company parties for up to 200 in the beautiful hidden Vaults

Our stunning, versatile underground vaults create a spectacular backdrop for your event and can play host to parties and drinks receptions.

Many rooms in the house can accommodate private catered events. You can choose the ideal size, setting and style for your event.

CATERING

All the food at the RSA House is created using sustainable, local ingredients wherever possible by our Head Chef. 

We offer a range of event menus, including three-course seated dinners, food platters, hot and cold buffets, canapés and catering for working lunches.

LOCATION

The RSA House is located just behind the Strand in central London, within easy walking distance of underground and railway stations.

Nearest London Underground Stations are Charing Cross (Northern Line) - Embankment (District and Circle lines) – Covent Garden (Piccadilly Line)- Leicester Square (Piccadilly and Northern Lines)

Nearest Overground Stations are Charing Cross - Waterloo

ETHICAL POLICY

We are committed to running an environmentally-friendly House.  When you hold your event at the RSA House, you’re supporting an organisation that takes the environment seriously. We always make sure that, in all our activities, we do what we can to look after the environment.  We also try to change the way people think about the environment and we will continue to review and improve our performance to help achieve this goal.

THE TEAM

Our business is about people. We take great care to recruit and train a team of professionals whose abiding philosophy is care and commitment to customers. Contact us for further information or to view the house on 020 7930 5115.

 

RSA House

8 John Adam Street
London WC2N 6EZ
Tel: 020 7930 5115
Email: house@rsa.org.uk
Web: www.thersa.org/house

Events and Capacities
Reception 2 - 200
Banqueting 2 - 110
Fashion Shows 2 - 200
Conferences 2 - 200
Weddings 2 - 200
Product Launches 10 - 200
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