How we're run

Discover the people and governance that underpins our work to create opportunities for the public and scientists to explore science together.

The Royal Institution of Great Britain is a registered and independent charity governed by a Board of Trustees (Charity no. 227938). We were granted a Royal Charter on 13 January 1800.

Patron

The former Prince of Wales was our patron

President

HRH The Duke of Kent

Honorary Vice President

Sir John Ritblat

Our financial year runs from 1 October to 30 September. Our financial accounts can also be viewed on the Charity Commission's website.

The Royal Institution is closed 12 and 15 March

The Ri is closed this week on Tuesday 12 and Friday 15 March.