Viewing of the BBC’s The world about us documentary by Barry Paine, first shown in the UK in 1978. This award-winning film chronicles the work of the Society and the Sarawak Government’s 15-month geographical survey of the Gunung Mulu National Park.
Introduced by Robin Hanbury-Tenison and Max Goldzweig from the BBC Natural History Unit.
- Exhibition
Suzhou embroidery: the awakening of a 1,000-year tradition
This exhibition aims to break through the traditional perception of embroidery as merely a 'skill' and to explore how the needlework itself can become an independent aesthetic subject and a spiritual expression.
LondonOpen to all5 Mar 2026 - 16 Mar 2026 - Guided walk
New members' welcome tour - 16 March
Recent joiners are warmly invited to join us at the Society in London in March to discover more about the history of the Society, who we are today and how to make the most of their membership.
LondonMembers onlyMonday 16 March 2026 - Monday Night Lecture
The hidden seasons - Tristan Gooley
The changing seasons take on new meaning when seen through the lens of nature’s clues and signs. Exploring changes in the land, sky, plants, animals and water.
London and onlineMembers + one guestMonday 16 March 2026