Located in the heart of the Strand in central London, RSA House offers the perfect backdrop for product launches and press days, with a range of flexible event spaces.

The venue is incredibly versatile, offering a variety of detailed and blank canvas spaces that allow you to get creative and portray your brand. You can use the venue’s original features such as the Georgian fireplaces, exposed brickwork and gorgeous high ceilings to present your product to its best.

Our spaces

The most popular product launch spaces at the venue are The Vaults and Auditorium, which have hosted many global brand names. These stylish spaces have exposed brickwork and white walls suitable for branded events. They are complete with a private entrance from the Strand, a reception area, cloakroom and bathrooms.

Spaces can be hired room by room, floor by floor, or even exclusively for a complete house take over.

Recommended spaces

Vaults

The underground 18th century exposed brickwork Vaults offer a series of interconnecting spaces, providing a striking backdrop for press events. The Vaults feature an exclusive entrance off the Strand for guests, along with a separate supplier loading area for ease during the event set up. Capacity: 220 guests standing.

A cozy bar with exposed brick walls and vaulted ceilings, illuminated by blue lighting. The space has a modern counter, a wooden floor, and features pink velvet sofas with black cushions. The ambient lighting adds a warm glow.

Durham Street Auditorium

Built on the last remaining stretch of 18th century cobbled roadway leading down to the Thames, this screening room is the perfect backdrop for exclusive press events. The space has built in high-specification audiovisual equipment and an exclusive entrance off the Strand for guests. Capacity: 70 guests.

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Great Room

The Great Room is one of a kind and steeped in history. The room is dominated by the epic series of paintings dating back to 1774. Fully equipped with lighting and sound, the space provides a truly unique and memorable experience for press and fashion industry events. Capacity: 200 guests standing, 180 guests seated.

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Benjamin Franklin Room

The Benjamin Franklin Room is elegant, bright and contemporary, making it an ideal backdrop for press and product events. A large window floods the room with daylight and the dramatic Troika chandelier reflects geometric patterns. Capacity: 150 standing.

A cozy room displays framed photographs on easels and a TV showing a black-and-white photo. Decorative plants and a sheer curtain add ambiance. A small sign reads "Free Engagement." The setting suggests a wedding or photography showcase.

Catering and services

Let us help you orchestrate your perfect event with our in-house catering and audio-visual services. We offer a full event planning service and work with some of London’s most renowned suppliers.

A buffet table with various dishes, including a platter of small quiches with herbs, a salad with greens, and smoked salmon. In the background are plates, bowls, and bottles on a gingham tablecloth. The setting appears to be indoors.

The venue location is perfect, it is a unique property with mix of the old and the new. We felt it was a fantastic evening with a great turnout. The team were brilliant.

Sassi Holford
Award-winning British fashion designer

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RSA House venue hire

Explore our unique venue with a selection of versatile spaces for hire.

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