Summit Photo
Friday 17 - Sunday 19 July 2026
Royal Geographical Society, London
Enjoy talks, exhibitions and workshops with speakers sharing stories and insights from around the world.
Explore how photography and filmmaking can drive positive change and address global challenges.
Whether you're passionate about photography or simply care about our planet, we want you to be a part of the conversation. This is a chance to reflect, debate and be inspired while hearing from world-renowned photographers, leading scientists, explorers and policymakers.
With talks, exhibitions and workshops, discover insights and stories of change and hope from around the world.
Confirmed speakers include Areeba Hamid (Co-leader Greenpeace), James Balog, Bertie Gregory, Simon Townsley, Aaron Gekoski, Shahidul Alam, and Mandy Barker.
Tickets on sale now
Date: Friday 17–Sunday 19 July
Day pass: £25 non-member, £15 member
Online: £25 non-member, £15 member
Member ticket rates apply for members of Royal Geographical Society, Royal Photographic Society and Photoworks.
Your day pass includes refreshments throughout the day, including barista made hot drinks, as well as pizza and salad for lunch. A pay bar will be available in the evening.
Accessibility at the Society
If you have any accessibility requirements, find out more about access at the Society, or contact access@rgs.org
Partners
This event is organised in partnership with the Royal Geographical Society, Photoworks and the Royal Photographic Society, and supported by official sponsor Rolex.
Plan your journey
Find out how you can reach us via underground, bus, national rail, and other means, and learn about bike and parking facilities at the Society.
Partners
This event is organised in partnership with the Royal Geographical Society, Photoworks and the Royal Photographic Society, and supported by official sponsor Rolex.
The Rolex Perpetual Planet Initiative
Like the Society, the Rolex Perpetual Planet Initiative is committed to understanding and preserving the planet. Their support strengthens our mission in research and conservation.
The Royal Photographic Society
Founded in 1853 to help make art and science of photography more widely available, the Royal Photographic Society (RPS) is one of the world's oldest photographic societies. Their mission is to bring inspiration, creativity and connection through photography to people of all ages and backgrounds.
Photoworks
Photoworks is a registered charity on a mission to champion photography, bringing new experiences to audiences and opening up new ways to encounter photography. An international platform with worldwide reach, Photoworks has been providing opportunities for artists and audiences since 1995.
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