The Map Room is part of the Society's neo-classical extension, which was commissioned in 1930. Its proportions mirror those of the original Lowther Lodge built in the 1870s, and is decorated with portraits of explorers and a 17th century Chinese map of the world. The Map Room provides easy access to the garden terrace.

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Conferences

The Map Room is let with the Ondaatje Theatre, and can be used for catering for up to 120 people.

For conferences with higher numbers, catering also takes place in the Hall and the Education Centre.

 

Weddings

The Map Room can be used as a reception room for up to 150 guests and is also suitable for dancing.

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Features

Capacity: up to 100 guests

Ideal as a drinks reception area. Provides easy access to the Garden Terrace.

Interested in hiring space in our venue?

Contact us at:

+44 (0)20 7591 3090
venuehire@rgs.org

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Other rooms for hire

Main Hall

The Main Hall is part of the original family home and had been used by the Lowther family as a reception area and ballroom.

Education Centre

The Education Centre was originally the drawing room of Lowther Lodge when it was a family home before becoming our Map Room for 90 years.

Map Room

The Map Room is part of the Society's neo-classical extension, which was commissioned in 1930. Its proportions mirror those of the original Lowther Lodge, built in the 1870s.

Council Room

This grand, tall ceilinged room harks back to the building’s history as a stately family home. You’ll enjoy a large oak table for boardroom style meetings, interviews and get-togethers. Equipped with all of your AV needs, including a projector, screen, laptop, speakers and remote control.

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