The RSA House London Events
Follow in the footsteps of Charles Dickens, Graham Alexander Bell, and Winston Churchill and have your next event at RSA House, the central London venue that’s been the social home of intellectuals, activists, and creatives for over 200 years.
Designed by renowned architect Robert Adam, RSA House is a classic 18th-century Georgian townhouse tucked behind the Strand in London’s West End. The house is still full of traditional, elegant details that wow guests and provide a beautiful backdrop to any occasion.
From small, intimate rooms that are full of character, to large ballrooms with centuries-old, awe-inspiring artwork, and modern technology that allows for seamless functions and events, RSA House is a sought-after venue for conferences, parties, and weddings alike.
Highlights of The RSA House London Events:
- Stunning Georgian townhouse
- Exclusive hire available
- Located in the heart of London’s West End
- Large range of food options available
Capacity
Up to
180
Theatre 
Up to
52
Boardroom 
Up to
61
U-Shaped 
Up to
96
Cabaret 
Up to
130
Dining 
Up to
220
Standing Facilities
Pricing
Spaces At This Venue
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The Great Room
A large and lavish space, the historic Great Room is immediately impressive. A series of paintings by James Barry that took 24 years to complete, a glass-domed ceiling. and a rich history that stretches back to 1774, the Great Room is truly iconic. This room suits weddings, dinners, conferences, and meetings and has the capacity for up to 200 people.
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The Benjamin Franklin Room
The Benjamin Franklin Room boasts two original Adam fireplaces, a stunning Troika chandelier and large windows overlooking the Strand, creating an elegant space that’s full of character. The Benjamin Franklin Room is connected to the Great Room and can hold 150 people standing, or up to 110 people for dinner.
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The Vaults & Durham Street Auditorium
Accessed via a separate entrance to the main entrance are the Vaults and Durham Street Auditorium. With exposed brickwork, these underground spaces have a contemporary and industrial feel compared to the rest of RSA House and are striking on their own or with décor of your choice. The four Vaults are perfect for parties and dinners, while the theatre style of Durham Street Auditorium is a great space for screenings and presentations. The Vaults have capacity for up to 220 people and Durham Street Auditorium can hold up to 70.
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Small Meeting Rooms (Shipley, Tindale, Folkstone, Drawing)
Throughout RSA House there are four small meeting rooms: Shipley, Tindale, Folkestone, and Drawing. Intimate and full of original features such as fireplaces and chandeliers, these rooms can be used for meetings, social gatherings, or preparing for weddings and big events. Tindale is the smallest of the four, with the capacity to accommodate up to 8 people, while the Drawing Room is the largest, allowing up to 20.
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Medium Rooms (Romney, Philip, Tavern)
There are three medium-sized event spaces throughout RSA House that can be used for meetings, ceremonies, drinks receptions, or private dinners. The Tavern, Prince Philip, and Romney Rooms all feature original Adam ceilings and elegant detailing, and are perfect for intimate events for 40-60 people.
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A large and lavish space, the historic Great Room is immediately impressive. A series of paintings by James Barry that took 24 years to complete, a glass-domed ceiling. and a rich history that stretches back to 1774, the Great Room is truly iconic. This room suits weddings, dinners, conferences, and meetings and has the capacity for up to 200 people.
Guest Capacity
Theatre: 0 - 180Boardroom: 0 - 35
U-Shaped: 0 - 61
Cabaret: 0 - 96
Dining: 0 - 130
Standing: 0 - 200
Features
Wi-FiProjector
Audiovisual (AV) equipment
Air conditioning
Accessible venue
Dance floor
The Benjamin Franklin Room boasts two original Adam fireplaces, a stunning Troika chandelier and large windows overlooking the Strand, creating an elegant space that’s full of character. The Benjamin Franklin Room is connected to the Great Room and can hold 150 people standing, or up to 110 people for dinner.
Guest Capacity
Theatre: 0 - 100Boardroom: 0 - 28
U-Shaped: 0 - 36
Cabaret: 0 - 48
Dining: 0 - 110
Standing: 0 - 150
Features
Wi-FiAudiovisual (AV) equipment
Air conditioning
Natural light
Accessible venue
Dance floor
Accessed via a separate entrance to the main entrance are the Vaults and Durham Street Auditorium. With exposed brickwork, these underground spaces have a contemporary and industrial feel compared to the rest of RSA House and are striking on their own or with décor of your choice. The four Vaults are perfect for parties and dinners, while the theatre style of Durham Street Auditorium is a great space for screenings and presentations. The Vaults have capacity for up to 220 people and Durham Street Auditorium can hold up to 70.
Guest Capacity
Theatre: 0 - 80Boardroom: 0 - 52
Cabaret: 0 - 32
Dining: 0 - 110
Standing: 0 - 220
Features
Wi-FiProjector
Flatscreen TV
Audiovisual (AV) equipment
Air conditioning
Accessible venue
Throughout RSA House there are four small meeting rooms: Shipley, Tindale, Folkestone, and Drawing. Intimate and full of original features such as fireplaces and chandeliers, these rooms can be used for meetings, social gatherings, or preparing for weddings and big events. Tindale is the smallest of the four, with the capacity to accommodate up to 8 people, while the Drawing Room is the largest, allowing up to 20.
Guest Capacity
Theatre: 0 - 6Boardroom: 6 - 14
Dining: 0 - 14
Standing: 6 - 20
Features
Wi-FiFlatscreen TV
Audiovisual (AV) equipment
Conference call facilities
Air conditioning
Natural light
Accessible venue
There are three medium-sized event spaces throughout RSA House that can be used for meetings, ceremonies, drinks receptions, or private dinners. The Tavern, Prince Philip, and Romney Rooms all feature original Adam ceilings and elegant detailing, and are perfect for intimate events for 40-60 people.
Guest Capacity
Theatre: 30 - 56Boardroom: 22 - 32
U-Shaped: 0 - 32
Cabaret: 21 - 40
Dining: 30 - 50
Standing: 0 - 60
Features
Wi-FiFlatscreen TV
Audiovisual (AV) equipment
Conference call facilities
Air conditioning
Natural light
Accessible venue
Events Catering
Location
Nearby attractions:
- Covent Garden
- Trafalgar Square & The National Gallery
- Somerset House
- Royal Opera House
- Victoria Embankment Gardens
Restaurants nearby:
- Barrafina
- Rules
- Spring
- Zizzi
- Joe Allen Restaurant
Hotels nearby:
- The Savoy
- The Waldorf Hilton
- The Corinthia
- The Resident Covent Garden
Venue Testimonials
One of the best experience of attending a breakfast conference here at this venue. It is accessible and so scenic. Lovely atmosphere and can be accessed easily from Charring cross station and Holborn underground!
Pratik Magrale
A fabulous London events venue - really impresses the overseas visitor with the blend of tradition and modernity. The warren of staircases and rooms, passages and assorted nooks and crannies, the 18th century portraits, the association with famous people from history - all creates a unique atmosphere. I have been to events at the RSA several times over the years, and really enjoy coming to the place.
Michael Dembinski
Lovely selection of rooms with a contemporary feels.
Dwayne Bailey
Frequently Asked Questions
Weddings at RSA House cost from £175 per person, including VAT.
For weekend weddings, RSA House requires a minimum of 50 guests or 80 guests to have exclusive use of the whole house.
Weddings at RSA House are elegant and stylish, with a beautiful backdrop of original Georgian architecture and features throughout. With a dedicated wedding team, weddings can be formal, casual, large, and small, with options to go bespoke.
Yes. Meeting rooms and AV are available at RSA House, with day delegate rate packages from £68 per person.
RSA House is spoilt for options of hotels nearby. A few options include:
- The Savoy, rooms from £452 per night
- The Waldorf Hilton, rooms from £221 per night
- The Corinthia, rooms from £582 per night
The food at RSA House comes from in-house catering team CH&CO. Using sustainably and ethically sourced ingredients, the team creates innovative and fun menus with a variety of options from formal fine dining, to light and casual.
RSA House has a late license until 2am.
