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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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Members Worldwide

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Library Items

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Years of Heritage

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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

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

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

    Alan Druce

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

  • 26 Apr 26 – South West Fellows and Members

    26 Apr 26 – South West Fellows and Members

    Spring Meeting: 26th April 2026 – Tiverton Hotel

    Read More 26 Apr 26 – South West Fellows and MembersContinue

Society News and Reports:

  • RMT Tube Strikes 22-24 April
    Society Announcement

    RMT Tube Strikes 22-24 April

  • 9 Apr 26 – German Exchange Control 1918-1925
    Meeting Report

    9 Apr 26 – German Exchange Control 1918-1925

  • 8 Apr 2026 – President’s Newsletter
    President's Newsletter

    8 Apr 2026 – President’s Newsletter

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

    1 Apr 26 – Award of Society Medals 2026

What We Offer

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

News, Events and Meetings

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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Zoom Meetings

Open to the public – tickets on Eventbrite

  • 5 May 26 – Zoom – Winch Brothers

    5 May 26 – Zoom – Winch Brothers

Society Events

Members and guests

  • 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

  • 9 Jul 26 – The Devonshire Bowl

    9 Jul 26 – The Devonshire Bowl

  • 1 May 26 – The Postal Revolution: Courier Networks in Italy, 1260-1600

    1 May 26 – The Postal Revolution: Courier Networks in Italy, 1260-1600

Other Events

Members and guests

  • 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

  • 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

  • 5 Sep 26 – Scotland Regional Meeting

    5 Sep 26 – Scotland Regional Meeting

  • 18 Oct 26 – South West Regional Meeting

    18 Oct 26 – South West Regional 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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