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The Royal Philatelic Society London

Established 1869, Royal Patronage Since 1906

For over 150 years, the Royal Philatelic Society London has been at the forefront of philatelic research, education, and fellowship. Join the world’s most prestigious community of stamp collectors and postal historians.

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For over 150 years, The Royal Philatelic Society London has been at the forefront of philatelic research, education, and fellowship. Join the world’s most prestigious community of stamp collectors and postal historians.

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2,000+

Members Worldwide

400K+

Library Items

156

Years of Heritage

  • Our home in Abchurch Lane
  • Members enjoying a meeting day display
  • A cover from our Mann Collection
The Society Members, Staff, Volunteers News, Events, Meetings
Library & Research Museum Philatelic Collections

Our Next Events:

  • 23-30 May 26 – Boston 2026

    23-30 May 26 – Boston 2026

    The RPSL invites all members to join us at the twelfth international philatelic exhibition of the United States

    Read More 23-30 May 26 – Boston 2026Continue

  • 7 Apr 26 – Zoom – De La Rue Limited – Part II

    7 Apr 26 – Zoom – De La Rue Limited – Part II

    by Malcolm Gascoyne FRPSL
    Part 2 of the display explores the development of De La Rue’s printing business.

    Read More 7 Apr 26 – Zoom – De La Rue Limited – Part IIContinue

  • 9 Apr 26 – German Exchange Control 1918-1925

    9 Apr 26 – German Exchange Control 1918-1925

    by Dr Robin Pizer

    Read More 9 Apr 26 – German Exchange Control 1918-1925Continue

Society News and Reports:

  • 1 Apr 26 – Award of Society Medals 2026
    Award Announcement

    1 Apr 26 – Award of Society Medals 2026

  • Crawford Festival
    Press Release

    The Crawford Medal Shortlist Announcement 2026

  • 12 Mar 26 Finnish Philately up to 1930
    Meeting Report

    12 Mar 26 Finnish Philately up to 1930

  • 26 Feb 26 – India Postal Stationery
    Meeting Report

    26 Feb 26 – India Postal Stationery

What We Offer

Discover the comprehensive range of services and benefits available to members of the Royal Philatelic Society London.

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2025/26 Programme

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President’s Programme

See the highlights of the 25/26 season here.

25/26 Programme

Online Zoom Meetings

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Eventbrite

Zoom Meetings

Open to the public – tickets on Eventbrite

  • 7 Apr 26 – Zoom – De La Rue Limited – Part II

    7 Apr 26 – Zoom – De La Rue Limited – Part II

  • 2 Jun 26 – Zoom – Winch Brothers

Society Events

Members and guests

  • 9 Apr 26 – German Exchange Control 1918-1925

    9 Apr 26 – German Exchange Control 1918-1925

  • 23 Apr 26 – Great Britain: Postal History, Stamps and Ephemera 1403-1970

    23 Apr 26 – Great Britain: Postal History, Stamps and Ephemera 1403-1970

  • 7 May 26 – The British West Indies Packet Service

    7 May 26 – The British West Indies Packet Service

  • 14 May 26 – Japan Etched Stamps 1871-1876

    14 May 26 – Japan Etched Stamps 1871-1876

  • 4 Jun 26 – The Austrian Empire 1803-1918

    4 Jun 26 – The Austrian Empire 1803-1918

Other Events

Members and guests

  • 11 Apr 26 – Benelux Regional Meeting

    11 Apr 26 – Benelux Regional Meeting

  • 26 Apr 26 – South West Fellows and Members

    26 Apr 26 – South West Fellows and Members

  • 23-30 May 26 – Boston 2026

    23-30 May 26 – Boston 2026

  • 27 May 26 – Boston 2026 Dinner

    27 May 26 – Boston 2026 Dinner

  • 16-17 June – Crawford Festival

    16-17 June – Crawford Festival

  • 18 June – Annual General Meeting

    18 June – Annual General Meeting

  • 19 Jun 26 – Germany Regional Meeting

    19 Jun 26 – Germany Regional Meeting

  • 8 Aug 26 – South East Region Meeting

    8 Aug 26 – South East Region Meeting

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The Royal Philatelic
Society London
Founded 1869

The world's premier philatelic society, advancing the study and appreciation of stamps and postal history for over 150 years

Registered charity no. 286840
Registered in England no. 92352

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