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Upcoming events
  • LecturePassage through the Ice illustration showing sailing ships navigating past perilous icebergs.

    Northwest Passage and the quest for the North Pole

    Join the Society’s Principal Librarian for a glass of wine, talk and display of original artefacts, mapping, and archival documents related to the European search for the Northwest Passage and the quest for the North Pole.

    Royal Geographical Society (with IBG)
    Open to all
    Wednesday 4 December 2024
    Free
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  • SocialInuit snow goggles brought back by Parry in 1823.

    East winter social: geographical travels and the creative arts

    Join the East of England committee for a social evening focused on the themes of geography and the creative arts.

    Open to all
    Thursday 5 December 2024
    £10.00 - £15.00
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  • LectureHeadshot of Lucy Shepherd.

    Children’s lecture by Lucy Shepherd

    Join us for our annual children’s lecture, where stories of our fascinating world will come to life! Our special guest speaker, soon to be announced, will captivate young minds with engaging tales. After the lecture, enjoy a variety of fun activities, explore our giant floor map, and of course squash and biscuits.

    Royal Geographical Society (with IBG)
    Members + one guest
    Saturday 7 December 2024
    Free
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Latest news

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Young Geographer of the Year winners announced

Monday 2 Dec 2024
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Research spotlight: How can we achieve an inclusive net zero future?

Wednesday 27 Nov 2024
Research and higher education
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Society response to the curriculum and assessment review

Tuesday 26 Nov 2024
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Book now for our spring 2025 events

Friday 22 Nov 2024
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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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Membership unlocks inspiring conversations, vital resources, valuable expertise, and a network of people with a passion for our planet's places and environments.

Grants

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

Resources for schools

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

Research publications

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

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What we do

We work with a wide range of audiences with an interest in geography. Find out more about how we support geographers and geography.

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