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Venue Type

Historic Venue

City

London

Region

Central London

Standing

220

theatre

180

dinner

130

bedrooms

About Venue

Located just moments from the Strand and Covent Garden, RSA House is one of London's most prestigious heritage event venues, occupying a magnificent Georgian townhouse that has been the home of the Royal Society of Arts since 1774. Combining elegant period architecture with contemporary event technology, the venue offers an inspiring setting for conferences, awards ceremonies, product launches, private dining and corporate celebrations.

The venue features a collection of beautifully restored event spaces including the iconic Great Room, the atmospheric Vaults and a range of contemporary meeting rooms and auditoriums. Rich in history yet equipped with modern audiovisual capabilities, RSA House provides exceptional flexibility for events ranging from executive meetings to large-scale receptions and gala dinners.

Situated between Charing Cross and Embankment, RSA House enjoys excellent transport links and is within easy walking distance of London's West End, making it an ideal destination for delegates and guests travelling from across the capital and beyond.

Event Spaces

Great Room

The venue's flagship event space, illuminated by a spectacular glass dome and surrounded by James Barry's renowned paintings, ideal for conferences, awards ceremonies and gala dinners for up to 180 theatre guests or 130 dinner guests.

Benjamin Franklin Room

An elegant Georgian room with original fireplaces and abundant natural daylight, suitable for receptions, private dining, meetings and networking events for up to 150 guests.

The Vaults

A series of restored 18th-century brick vaults offering a unique backdrop for product launches, parties, exhibitions and drinks receptions for up to 220 guests.

Durham Street Auditorium

A purpose-built auditorium with integrated presentation technology, ideal for seminars, screenings, lectures and conferences.

Meeting Rooms

A collection of flexible boardrooms and meeting spaces suitable for workshops, training sessions, strategy meetings and breakout sessions.

Facilities and Services

High-speed Wi-Fi, integrated AV technology, hybrid event capabilities, in-house AV support, presentation facilities, in-house catering, breakout rooms, dedicated event management, accessible facilities, exclusive venue hire and sustainable event packages.

Location and Access

Located at 8 John Adam Street, London WC2N 6EZ, RSA House sits just off the Strand between Covent Garden and Embankment. The venue is within a short walk of Charing Cross, Embankment and Temple stations, providing excellent connections across London and direct national rail services.

Ideal For

Conferences
Awards Ceremonies
Product Launches
Networking Events
Private Dining
Corporate Receptions
Meetings
Workshops
Christmas Parties
Brand Activations

Key Features

Historic Georgian Townhouse
13 Flexible Event Spaces
The Great Room
Atmospheric Vaults
Integrated Hybrid Technology
In-House Catering
Dedicated Event Team
Grade II* Listed Building
Central London Location
Excellent Transport Links

Why Hire

RSA House combines over 250 years of history with exceptional contemporary event facilities, creating one of London's most distinctive venues for corporate and private events. Whether hosting a conference beneath the Great Room's iconic skylight or a drinks reception within the historic Vaults, the venue delivers an unforgettable experience in the heart of the West End.