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.
Please wear a mask while in the Society's building (unless exempt).
Please sanitise your hands upon entry.
Read how we are keeping our visitors safe
Foyle Reading Room
The Foyle Reading Room is open Monday to Friday. If you are planning a visit, booking is recommended. Drop-ins are also welcome although space is limited.
The opening times are Monday to Friday 10.00am - 1.00pm, and 2.00pm - 5.00pm (6.30pm when there is a Monday night lecture).
To make an appointment please email enquiries@rgs.org
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.
Browse London-based exhibitions
Tea Room
The Tea Room is currently closed.
Monday night lectures
Pre-booking is required for all Monday night lectures.
Please wear a mask while walking around the Society and while seated in the Ondaatje Theatre (unless exempt).
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
Our events, conference and training programme is 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.
Please wear a mask while walking around the Society and while seated in the event space (unless exempt).
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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