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Royal Geographical Society
We are a charity, learned society and professional body in the UK, dedicated to advancing geography and geographical learning.

What's on

Browse our in-person and online events.

Upcoming events

Film screening
Resonance
Join us for the premiere of the Resonance film, followed by a panel discussion delving into what radical acts of care may look like as the UK transitions its land use structure and practices, and as people work collectively to nurture the land and ourselves.
Online
Open to all
Thursday 25 June 2026
Free
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Exhibition
Earth Photo exhibition
The Society is pleased to showcase the winners and best in class from our international competition dedicated to engaging with still and moving image makers sharing the prescient issues affecting the climate and life on our planet.
London
Open to all
30 Jun 2026 - 24 Jul 2026
Free
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Discussion
The Endurance Photographs – book launch
Join the Society for the launch of its new book ‘The Endurance Photographs’, with a presentation by book contributor and polar photography expert, Jean de Pomereu.
London
Open to all
Tuesday 30 June 2026
Free
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Latest news

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New grant launched to support exploration and research projects

The Society is delighted to announce a new addition to its grant-giving programme this year – the Kensington Fieldwork Grant will support innovative geographical exploration and research projects that have the potential for significant positive change.

Tuesday 23 Jun 2026

RGS news

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We’re dedicated to the promotion of geographical knowledge and its application to societal and environmental challenges and opportunities.

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What is geography?

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Grants

Our grants programme develops new knowledge and advances geographical science, supporting geographical research in the UK and overseas.

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Browse our catalogue of award-winning resources to enhance geographical learning.

Research publications

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What's on

Resonance

Earth Photo exhibition

The Endurance Photographs – book launch