This talk will explore Ruth Mallory's story, wife of Everest climber George, and a founder member of the Pinnacle Club, the first all female rock climbing club in Britain.
In the four years from her marriage to George in 1914 to the end of the First World War, she had three children, learned to lead climbs and even made one first ascent.
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Stories from the wild edges
Award winning environmental filmmaker Ted Simpson talks about his filmmaking journey exploring the wild edges of Britain. The event will feature a screening of Ted’s latest short film, The Pine Hunters, followed by a Q&A.
Exeter PhoenixOpen to allTuesday 1 July 2025 - Lecture
Gossip and geography: new pathways to knowledge
Gossip is emerging as a topic worthy of serious scholarship in the social sciences. Dr Kathryn Waddington illustrate its role in promoting psychologically safe ‘speak up’ cultures in the workplace, and creating new pathways to knowledge.
BathOpen to allTuesday 22 July 2025 - Lecture
School Member lecture: Inequality - the next crisis and children – Danny Dorling
School and Student Members are invited to come along to this lecture to hear from leading academic, Danny Dorling, on the topic of inequality. This event is being held exclusively for the Society's School and Student Members only.
Royal Geographical Society (with IBG)Open to allWednesday 1 October 2025