Royal Overseas League

About

Over‑Seas House is a Grade I‑listed clubhouse located in St James’s, London. It comprises multiple historic event spaces, including Princess Alexandra Hall and the Hall of India and Pakistan, a garden overlooking Green Park, a quartet of bars and lounges, the art-deco 1910 Dining Room, and member accommodation with around 83 bedrooms. The club was founded in 1910 by Sir Evelyn Wrench and has evolved throughout the 20th century.

ROSL is a self-funded Commonwealth organisation incorporated by Royal Charter, operating the ROSL Foundation to support music, arts, and heritage. It maintains a network of reciprocal clubs worldwide and has a recorded Royal Patronage.

For more detailed information about the club's history, visit the history timeline.

Facilities

The clubhouse features various facilities including dining and private-dining options. The 1910 Dining Room, the Brabourne Room (with a garden terrace), and the Duke of York Bar are available for members. Additionally, there are dedicated private-dining and banqueting spaces with in-house catering. Members can also enjoy a range of seasonal menus and Afternoon Tea.

For venue hire, Six Park Place offers nine event spaces, private dining, and meeting facilities, along with in-house catering and event planning support. Meetings and conferences can accommodate up to about 180 delegates.

More information about the clubhouse facilities can be found on the clubhouse website.

Membership Options

Membership categories include London, Country (UK), Resident Overseas, and Younger Members (ages 17–25). Detailed information about subscription levels, joining fees, and membership benefits is available on the club's website.

For further details regarding membership options, visit membership categories and fees.

Networking Opportunities

Members have access to a variety of networking opportunities through the club’s social calendar, which includes dinners, wine events, concerts, and exhibitions. The Public Affairs lecture series and the Overseas Journal also provide avenues for connection. Members can benefit from a global network of over 100 reciprocal clubs and overseas branches.

To learn more about networking opportunities, please visit Public Affairs.

Special Events

Flagship events at the club include the ROSL Annual Music Competition, with section finals held at Over‑Seas House and a Gold Medal final at Wigmore Hall. Other notable events include the Overseas Awards and seasonal special menus and events, such as Commonwealth Day celebrations.

For information on upcoming events, check the events calendar.

Dress Code

The club requests smart casual dress for members and guests, applicable from age 12. Prohibited items include torn or distressed clothing, shorts, sportswear, and flip-flops. Jackets are encouraged for gentlemen in the 1910 Dining Room during the evening.

Details regarding the dress code can be found on the club rules page.

Member Accommodation

Accommodation is available exclusively for members and their guests, featuring approximately 83 bedrooms across Standard, Deluxe, and Executive categories. Many rooms offer views of the park or Westminster. Rates include breakfast, and members receive a limited number of guest passes each year for booking rooms for visitors.

For more information on member accommodation, visit member accommodation details.