Royal Over-Seas League facts for kids
Exterior of Over-Seas House, the home of The Royal Over-Seas League since 1921
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| Motto | Ubique Navigavimus |
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| Formation | 1910 |
| 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 |
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Secretary General
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Dr Annette Prandzioch |
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Patron
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Queen Elizabeth II |
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Vice-Patron
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Princess Alexandra, The Honourable Lady Ogilvy |
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President
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Christopher Geidt, Baron Geidt |
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Chairman
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Alexander Downer |
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Key people
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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 lively programme of events including a public affairs series which focusses on geo-political issues, concerts, art exhibitions, and fine food and wine occasions.
The extensive heritage Clubhouse includes an elegant dining room, over 80 bedrooms, events spaces and a garden overlooking Green Park.
ROSL promotes young musicians and artists, through an 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.
Facilities and activities
Accommodation, dining and conference facilities are offered at the London clubhouses.
The league has an in-house magazine called Overseas, published quarterly, which comprises contemporary features, members' articles, news from regional branches, and information about forthcoming events.
Leadership
ROSL's Patron was Elizabeth II. Vice-Patron HRH Princess Alexandra KG GCVO, the President is The Rt Hon The Lord Geidt GCB GCVO OBE QSO PC, the Director General since 2020 is Dr Annette Prandzioch, and its chairman, Helen Prince.
Membership
There are 11,000 members worldwide. Membership fees are based on proximity to the London clubhouse, or age (under 30s get a reduced rate of membership).
Annual Music competition
ROSL organises a worldwide annual competition for musicians aged under 30. There are two ensemble awards and four solo awards; solo winners then compete for the competition gold medal and first prize. The competition celebrates over 70 years of success in supporting and promoting young talented musicians, past winners include; Jacqueline du Pré, Melvyn Tan, Piers Lane, Juliette Bausor and Jonathan Lemalu.
ROSL offers many significant performance opportunities to prize-winners after the competition at major venues such as Wigmore Hall, London. The organisation has established relationships with many UK festivals and promoters including Brighton, Buxton, Cambridge Summer Music, and North Norfolk.
See also
- List of London's gentlemen's clubs
