Give the gift of membership
Support the RA’s future and give them unlimited access to world-class art with a Friends gift membership.
Gift membership
Friend
Young Friend
Joint Friend
Christmas gift? Order before 15 December for delivery. All orders include an e-card to print and share. Membership packs can take up to 14 working days to arrive.
Share the gift of great art
All our gift memberships come in a beautiful, limited edition pack designed by Clare Woods RA.
Each pack has everything they’ll need to get started, including a welcome card with space to personalise your message, a membership card, and a handy what's on guide so they can make the most of their membership.
Friends of the RA benefit from...
Priority access
Free, unlimited entry to all exhibitions and see them first at Friends preview days.
Sharing the experience
Bring a family member as your guest, and up to four under 16s to all exhibitions.
The Keeper’s House
A dedicated members’ space in the heart of London.
Our Magazine
Delve deeper with RA Magazine delivered to your door four times a year.
Staying connected
Hear first about ticket releases and get a regular dose of art inspiration straight to your inbox.
Treating yourself
10% off RA Shop instore and online.*
*Some exclusions apply, see terms and conditions.
Treat them to a year of incredible art
21 September – 10 December 2024
9 November 2024 – 16 February 2025
28 January – 21 April 2025
21 March – 29 June 2025
17 June – 17 August 2025
28 June – 26 October 2025
20 September 2025 – 18 January 2026
24 October 2025 – 25 January 2026
Commonly asked questions
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 friends@royalacademy.org.uk
Phone 020 7300 8090
Please note, packs can take up to 14 days to deliver. There may be delays and disruptions to delivery services that fall outside of our control. For any questions about your order, contact the Friends team.