Hire our venue
Located in the heart of South Kensington's arts and science district, the Society is one of London’s most charming and iconic venues. Our Grade II* listed building combines unique character with modern facilities to create a perfect backdrop for your event.
The Society provides a perfect setting for events of all sizes with historic and modern spaces including a large lecture theatre and reception rooms, to smaller areas and break-out rooms for networking, interviews or group training. Whitley Fund for Nature
For over a century, the Society has been one of London’s leading venues for a wide range of events, from conferences, lectures and meetings, to receptions, weddings and exhibitions.
Our Ondaatje Lecture Theatre’s state-of-the-art AV broadcast and recording facilities enable engaging hybrid events, allowing you to share content digitally with the widest possible audiences. We offer a variety of high quality, cost-effective hire options so get in touch with our expert venue team to see how we can help.
Large conferences
Our Ondaatje Theatre is ideal for conferences of up to 450 delegates.
Small conferences
The perfect choice for up to 100 delegates.
Lectures
Welcome up to 700 guests in our Ondaatje Lecture Theatre.
Exhibitions
Host your next exhibition in our modern Pavilion located on the busy Exhibition Road.
Meetings
One of our four rooms could be ideal for your next meeting.
Drinks receptions
Make an impression with a reception in our grand Main Hall.
Dinners
From small intimate dinners to larger events of up to 80 guests.
Weddings
A beautiful setting to celebrate your special day.
Hybrid events
Hybrid events can be held for any event hires in the Ondaatje Lecture Theatre, from conferences and lectures, to awards ceremonies and many more.
Catering
Lodge offer a variety of flexible menu options to choose from.
Enhance your event
Make your event even more special with a Private View Package from our Collections.
Virtual tours
Take a virtual walk inside our venue.
Frequently asked questions
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Venue information
Royal Geographical Society (with IBG), 1 Kensington Gore, London, SW7 2AR.