We are gradually re-opening our building to staff, Fellows and members, and other visitors. Our current opening hours are outlined below, but please note that they are subject to change at short notice so please check our website for the latest information before you travel.
Also note that we are not able to admit anyone into the building who does not have a pre-booked appointment, or a pre-booked ticket for an event.
Wearing masks is no longer compulsory, but we recommend that you do so where possible (unless exempt).
Please sanitise your hands upon entry.
Read how we are keeping our visitors safe
Foyle Reading Room
For the period 10 September to 31 October the Foyle Reading Room will be open on Tuesdays and Thursdays for pre-booked appointments only.
The opening times are: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10.30am – 1.00pm and 2.00pm – 4.00pm.
To make an appointment for the Foyle Reading Room, please email the Principal Librarian: e.rae@rgs.org
Please note that the Foyle Reading Room will be closed to visitors from 2pm on 10 November due to the space being used for an event
Members’ Room
The Members’ Room is open by pre-booked appointment only.
The opening times are: Monday to Friday, 10.00am – 5.00pm.
Please note that there is no catering available in the Members’ Room.
To make an appointment to use the Members’ Room, please email Reception: foh@rgs.org
Exhibition Pavilion
The Exhibition Pavilion is open for drop ins, you do not need to pre-book.
The opening times are: Monday to Friday, 10.00am – 5.00pm.
The Pavilion is closed on weekends except when certain exhibitions are on.
Tea Room
The Tea Room will remain closed until later in the year.
Monday night lectures
Pre-booking is in place for all Monday night lectures during the period September to December.
We will continue to live stream all of the Monday night lectures so you can watch them from wherever you are.
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Other events
From September, our events, conference and training programme will be a mixture of in person, online and hybrid events. Please see individual event listings for information about particular events.
To attend any event in person, you will need to have a pre-booked ticket.
Accessibility at the Society
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Wheelchair spaces and an induction loop are available in the Ondaatje Theatre.
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Personal assistants or carers can usually be accommodated at events (please let the event organiser know in advance).
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Registered assistance dogs are welcome.
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An accessible toilet is available.
Please contact us in advance of visiting if you have any queries about the Society's facilities.
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