Royal Over-Seas League
Front view of Over-Seas House | |
| Abbreviation | ROSL |
|---|---|
| Established | 1910 |
| Founder | Sir Evelyn Wrench |
| Type | Non-profit members' organisation |
| Legal status | Incorporated by Royal Charter |
| Purpose | The support of international understanding and friendship through social and artistic activities. |
| Headquarters | Over-Seas House, Park Place, London, SW1 (since 1922) |
Patron | King Charles III |
Vice-Patron | Sir Timothy Laurence |
President | Lord Geidt |
Chairman | Helen Prince |
Key people | Director General, Annette Prandzioch |
| Website | rosl |
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 focuses on geopolitical issues, concerts, art exhibitions, and fine food and wine occasions.
The extensive heritage Clubhouse includes a dining room, more than 80 bedrooms, events spaces and a garden overlooking Green Park where members enjoy al fresco dining in the summer.
ROSL promotes young musicians and visual artists through an arts programme, including the Annual Music Competition, which is more than 70 years old. In 2021, the organisation introduced the Public Affairs Series and Annual Lecture, a series of events and debates featuring journalists and broadcasters, ambassadors, politicians and thought leaders.
The ROSL Foundation, its associated charity, supports music, arts and heritage.