Christmas & New Year 2024New Season’s Dining; Brabourne Room & Garden Now OpenPublic Affairs: José Barroso gives his thoughts on Europe, Russia and China

José Barroso – former President of the European Commission (2004-2014) and Prime Minister of Portugal (2002 to 2004) – was our special guest at March’s Public Affairs series, and he had plenty to say on the subject of Britain’s place in the EU, Russia and other global issues.

Overseas Journal | Conjuring the Cosmos – The magic behind Holst’s Planet Suite

As we celebrate Holst’s 150th birthday with a special concert, musician and writer Hugh Morris discovers the inspiration behind the composer’s best-loved works.

Overseas Journal | Inside the Royal Geographical Society

From supporting some of the earliest pioneering explorers to advancing discussions around the big issues facing environments and communities globally, the Royal Geographical Society is a truly unique institution.

Overseas Journal | Exploring Eden – Discovering the world’s most intriguing botanical gardens

Nothing revives the senses and lifts the spirits like taking in a beautifully curated garden, so to inspire your new season travels we’ve rounded up some of the world’s most intriguing to discover this year.

Public Affairs: ROSL’s Annual Lecture 2023 featuring the Rt. Hon. William Hague

We were delighted to host the Rt. Hon. William Hague as our guest speaker during December’s Annual Lecture, where he took part in a Q&A with ROSL’s former Chairman the Rt. Hon. Alexander Downer and gave a speech addressing many of the pressing concerns facing the world today.

Overseas Journal | From the Archives: ROSL’s Castle Next Door and Drama on the RoofOver-Seas House | Our Grade I listed Home

The Royal Over-Seas League boasts a trio of historic buildings, blended together over the past century to accommodate its unique clubhouse, Over-Seas House.

Singers Prize awarded in 2024 Annual Music Competition

Welsh tenor Dafydd Jones takes home the Singers prize in the second section final of the 2024 ROSL Annual Music Competition.