4 – 7 September 2024

Soak in the last of the summer rays as we lift the curtain to the Royal Over-Seas League four day festival, dedicated to the arts. A spectacular cultural programme of music, art, workshops, wellness and wine. A festival to inspire and delight this summer at Park Place.

WEDNESDAY 4 SEPTEMBER

13.00 – 14.00
Wrench Room Sessions: Cellist Leo Popplewell
in the Wrench Room
Join talented cellist Leo Popplewell in our historic Wrench Room for an intimate recital, showcasing a broad classical repertoire.
£10 MEMBERS | £14 NON-MEMBERS

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17.00 – 18.00
Exhibition Tour & Talk with our Curator
in the Central Lounge
Be inspired by the captivating ‘Notes from the Future’ exhibition, where our Visual Arts Curator displays a collection of stunning artworks, all delivered by post. This is a guided tour and talk, making it the perfect chance to acquire unique art pieces. Includes tea and coffee.
FREE

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18.30 – 19.30
Haydn and Ravel with the Marmen Quartet
in the Princess Alexandra Hall
The award-winning Marmen Quartet, renowned for its compelling music storytelling performances, presents a special ‘in-the-round’ recital from fresh perspectives. Includes a glass of wine.
£20 MEMBERS | £25 NON-MEMBERS

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THURSDAY 5 SEPTEMBER

17.00 – 18.00
Book Talk: Stalin’s Englishman by Andrew Lownie
in the Drawing Room
Step into the fascinating world of ‘The Cambridge Spies’, recruited in the 1930s to betray their country to the Soviet Union with author Andrew Lownie as he discusses his celebrated book, ‘Stalin’s Englishman: The Lives of Guy Burgess’, recognised as one of the must-read history books of all time.
£12 MEMBERS | £16 NON-MEMBERS

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18.30 – 20.00
Mozart’s Flute, Harp & Piano Concertos with mini orchestra
in the Princess Alexandra Hall
Experience two of Mozart’s celebrated orchestral works, reimagined for a chamber ensemble. Hear some of our recent ROSL Prize Winners perform Mozart’s Flute and Harp Concerto and the K.414 Piano Concerto. Includes a glass of wine.
£20 MEMBERS | £25 NON-MEMBERS

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FRIDAY 6 SEPTEMBER

15.00 – 16.30
Still Life Drawing Class with Francis Martin
in the Princess Alexandra Hall
Learn the secrets and techniques of observational drawing and painting, with acclaimed instructor and artist Francis Martin in a still life drawing class, tailored for all skill levels. Includes materials and refreshments.
£18 MEMBERS | £24 NON-MEMBERS

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18.30 – 19.30
Last of the Summer Wines
in the Garden
Introducing an authentically British wine tasting experience, harmonising exceptional wines from Flint Vineyard in partnership with Hayward Bros. Wines alongside a bowl food menu inspired by English classics.
£60 MEMBERS | £75 NON-MEMBERS

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19.45 – 21.30
Sam Jewison sings the Great American Songbook
in the Princess Alexandra Hall
Presenting a rare opportunity to watch the renowned vocalist and pianist Sam Jewison, widely known as ‘a Renaissance Man in a Jazz World’. With worldwide acclaim and sold-out concerts, he breathes new life into American jazz standards.
£25 MEMBERS | £32 NON-MEMBERS

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SATURDAY 7 SEPTEMBER

12.00 – 13.00
Gong Bath
in the Princess Alexandra Hall
Immerse yourself in a transcendent sound experience with our gong bath. Let the harmonics gently guide your mind into meditation, while the vibrations rejuvenate your body, releasing tension. Includes refreshments.
£15 MEMBERS | £20 NON-MEMBERS

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19.00 – 20.30
Buster Keaton’s Sherlock Jr. with live accompaniment by The Lucky Dog Picturehouse
in the Princess Alexandra Hall
Celebrate the 100th anniversary of Buster Keaton’s timeless comedy masterpiece, ‘Sherlock Jr.’ accompanied by The Lucky Dog Picturehouse. Experience the magic of live cinema with an original period-authentic score performed by our cinema quartet, as our hero embarks on a daring quest to clear his name.
£20 MEMBERS | £25 NON-MEMBERS

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ACCOMMODATION OFFER
Secure your spot at the Summer Place Festival now and enjoy £20 off your room rate.

This offer is applicable from the 4th to the 7th of September, excluding the Exhibition Tour and Talk with our Curator on the 4th of September. Upon booking your stay, please forward the ticket confirmation to reservations@rosl.org.uk to redeem your discount.