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Reinterpreting the Collections at Lowther Lodge
Today we're sharing a behind-the-scenes look into recent work at the Society to reinterpret the spaces throughout the building and tell stories across the breadth of our Collections.
Geography remains sixth-most popular subject as GCSE results released
Congratulations to everyone receiving their geography GCSE results today.
Last chance to see Gertrude Bell exhibition at the Society
As the Routes, Ruins and Reconnaissance exhibition draws to a close, we’re sharing a timeline of Gertrude Bell’s iconic life and work.
Learning to live with water scarcity
This month we’re featuring research published in the Geographical Journal on an issue all of us have been thinking about this summer – water scarcity.
Society congratulates geography students on A Level results day
Congratulations to everyone receiving their geography A Level results today.
Four new editors appointed to Society journals
We are delighted to announce the appointment of four new editors to the RGS-IBG journal portfolio.
New book on the work of Professor Ron Johnston published
The latest publication in the RGS-IBG Book Series, Geography and a Geographer, reflects on the contribution of Professor Ron Johnston to the discipline of geography.
Contribute to the direction of academic geography
Coming up in August and September are the Research Groups’ next set of AGMs. Plus if you’re a member of the academic community, we’re sharing how you can apply to join a Research Group committee.
Sir (Philip) Christopher Ondaatje (1933–2026)
Sir Christopher Ondaatje was a financier, explorer, writer and philanthropist whose extraordinary contribution to the Society’s work remains an enduring part of our history.
15 new geography programmes accredited
We have recently approved the accreditation of 15 geography programmes at four higher education institutions across the UK, bringing the total number of programmes accredited by the Society to 252.
RGS Grants in action: safer seas for fishing communities
To mark World Drowning Prevention Day, we’re sharing insights from the focus of a recent workshop at the Society which built on research from one of our grant recipients on supporting safer and more sustainable fishing in Kerala, India.
Stories beneath Greenland’s ice
Today, we're sharing a behind-the-scenes look into how hidden stories of UK-led exploration in Greenland have been gathered, curated and disseminated as part of the Greenland Connection project.