Become a Bar & Garden Member
The question of "where to go" answered once and for all. Informal, welcoming, hidden – bring your guests to this secret spot for eating, drinking and socialising in Mayfair.
Purchase Bar & Garden Membership
Become an annual member for £250 a year.
Pay by card or complete our application form to purchase your membership by annual recurring Direct Debit.
Bar & Garden Members benefit from...
Bring up to three guests to the Shenkman Bar & Garden. Enjoy a 25% discount on an excellent bar menu, great cocktails, craft beers and wine.
Get together with friends in our hidden oasis in the heart of Mayfair.
Free, unlimited entry to all exhibitions for you and a guest, RA Magazine four times a year, 10% off RA Shop and much more.
Visiting the Keeper's House
Enjoy a gastrobar menu at the Shenkman Bar, offering hearty dishes accompanied by cocktails, craft beers and wines.
Other levels of membership
Enjoy free and prioritised access to all exhibitions with a guest, plus a members’ café, shop discount and more.
Enjoy the full run of the Keeper’s House, a dedicated space for artists and art lovers. Plus, unrivalled access to art at the RA.
Become a Patron and play a vital role in allowing us to function as an independent charitable organisation.
Other things to know about your membership
What happens once I’ve completed an application form?
The Membership Team will get in touch with you to take payment and confirm your membership. Please allow up to 5-7 working days for this.
How do I access my membership benefits?
You can collect your membership card from the Membership Desk in the front hall of Burlington House as soon as your membership is active. Show your membership card for access to the Keeper’s House, including the Shenkman Bar and Garden, and entry to our exhibitions. A digital version is available.
It is recommended for popular exhibitions and preview days to book ahead to guarantee entry at your preferred time. Simply log in to your online account to select your free ticket(s).
We send regular emails to members to update on ticket releases, priority booking and other membership benefits. Save your contact preferences on your account.
How many guests can I bring with me?
Members can bring one guest into exhibitions and up to three guests into the Keeper’s House. Please note that memberships are not transferable and your guest cannot use your card without you being present.
Can I bring carers or facilitators as well as a guest as part of my membership?
Yes. If you are disabled, your carer or facilitator may join you in the Keeper’s House in addition to the guests included in your membership. For events and exhibitions, please either add a free ticket for your carer or facilitator to your order when booking online, or let a member of our team know if booking by phone or at the RA. Call the Membership Team on 0207 300 8090 or visit the Membership Desk located in the front hall of Burlington House.
Contact us
We're here to help. If you have any questions, you can contact the membership team by phone (Monday to Sunday, 10am–5pm) or email.
Email members@royalacademy.org.uk
Phone 020 7300 8090