Formation | 1910 |
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Type | Non-profit members' organisation |
Legal status | Incorporated by Royal Charter |
Purpose | The support of international understanding and friendship through social, musical, artistic and welfare activities. |
Headquarters | Overseas House, Park Place London, SW1 |
Secretary General | Dr Annette Prandzioch |
Patron | Charles III |
Vice-Patron | Princess Alexandra, The Honourable Lady Ogilvy |
President | Christopher Geidt, Baron Geidt |
Chairman | Helen Prince |
Key people | Evelyn Wrench (1882–1966), founder |
Website | http://www.rosl.org.uk |
The Royal Over-Seas League (ROSL) is a not-for-profit institution founded in 1910, dedicated to promoting international friendship pursuant to its royal charter, an ethos which binds its global membership.
ROSL has a Grade I listed clubhouse in the heart of St James's, London, and a programme of events including a public affairs series which focusses on geopolitical issues, concerts, art exhibitions, and fine food and wine occasions.
The extensive heritage Clubhouse includes a dining room, over 80 bedrooms, events spaces and a beautiful garden overlooking Green Park where members enjoy al fresco dining in the summer.
ROSL promotes young musicians and artists, through a widespread arts programme including ROSL's Annual Music Competition which is over 70 years old.
The ROSL Foundation, its associated charity, supports music, arts and heritage.