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  • ConferenceConference attendees networking in the Main Hall at the Royal Geographical Society.

    Explore Weekend 2026

    Inspiration, expertise and new connections for anyone planning an expedition.

    London
    Open to all
    6 Nov 2026 - 8 Nov 2026
    £95.00 - £135.00
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  • ExhibitionPeople at photography exhibition at the royal geographical society.

    Exhibition preview - Exploration now: fieldwork and expeditions today

    Meet some of the artists and contributors behind the exhibition for an informal evening of talks, tabletop displays and conversation. Get up close to the work, hear the stories behind it, and chat with those who have brought their research and experiences to life through art, photography, audio and more.

    Open to all
    Thursday 5 November 2026
    £12.00 - £15.00
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  • LectureAerial view of an airport with planes docked at gates.

    Sustainable aviation: reducing the climate impact

    Delivering net zero aviation by 2050 is one of the most complex challenges we face in the fight against climate change. Dr Andy Jefferson offers an insightful way forward.

    Norwich
    Open to all
    Thursday 5 November 2026
    £0.00 - £8.00
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Latest news and stories

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New research and career opportunities through Research Group funding

As part of their programme of activities dedicated to supporting geography academics, across the UK and beyond, some of the Society’s 30+ Research Groups offer funding.

Wednesday 4 Nov 2026
Research and higher education
Planning an expedition in Explore office in 1979

Explore at 50 and the future of exploration

Tuesday 3 Nov 2026
RGS news
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Celebrating Green Careers Week

Monday 2 Nov 2026
Schools and education
A mural artwork showing a wheelchair user and a person holding an umbrella above their head

Disability knowledges and climate adaptation

Thursday 29 Oct 2026
Research and higher education
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About us

The Royal Geographical Society has been advancing geography and supporting geographers since 1830. We’re dedicated to the promotion of geographical knowledge and its application to societal and environmental challenges and opportunities. Find out about our work, our people, our history and our venue in London.

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Please consider supporting the Society today. As an independent charity, your generosity will help to directly sustain our work in geographical research, education and exploration.

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Join a network of geographers, researchers, educators and explorers passionate about the world's places and environments, and unlock the benefits that our membership offers. Membership supports the Society's charitable work.

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What is geography?

Geography is unique in bridging the social and natural sciences. Find out what makes it essential in understanding the world in which we live.

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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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Resources for schools

Browse our catalogue of award-winning geography school resources for teachers and students, designed to enhance geographical learning at every key stage.

Research publications

Our peer-reviewed journals and research publications provide a high-quality outlet for the dissemination of geographical research and sharing of skills across the breadth of the discipline.

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