Stay for supper after the lecture at BRLSI and meet other members and their guests.
Please book before Tuesday 20 May. By booking you are securing a place at the dinner and the deposit will be deducted from your final bill.
Booking information
- Advance booking for this event is required. In order to book you will need an account on our website. If you already have an account you will be prompted to log in when you click 'book now'. Please create an account if you do not have one yet (you do not need to be a member of the Society to create an account).
- By booking you are placing a deposit for this event and you will be required to pay the remaining bill at the restaurant. Please book by midday on Tuesday 20 May.
- We do not issue tickets (electronic or physical) for this event. Instead your name will be on a list at the door.
If you have any questions or require assistance with your booking, please email events@rgs.org
This event has been organised by the West of England and South Wales committee.
Venue information
This event will be held at The Francis Hotel, Queen Square, Bath, BA1 2HH.
- Social
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