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  • ExhibitionHistoric black and white photograph of two explorers taking photographs in a snowy mountainous environment.

    Everest through the lens

    Another chance to see the Society's exhibition marking the centenary of the early Everest expeditions. Explore how Captain John Noel's films shaped the public's imagination of Everest, while obscuring the vital role of local intermediaries.

    Royal Geographical Society (with IBG)
    Open to all
    20 Jan 2025 - 15 Apr 2025
    Free
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  • LectureClose-up of the Hereford mappa mundi.

    The Mappa Mundi project: changing the world by changing how we view it

    Inspired by a map of the world made in 1300 by German nuns, Sandi Toksvig is looking to reassess how we chart what we know.

    Royal Geographical Society (with IBG)
    Members + one guest
    Monday 14 April 2025
    Free
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  • LectureAerial view of a boat on a green river.

    Lough Neagh an ecosystem in peril?

    The UK's largest freshwater lake is turning green. Richard Buchanan explores if we are doing enough to rescue this ecosystem in peril.

    Queen's University Belfast
    Open to all
    Thursday 17 April 2025
    Free
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Latest news

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New Chartered Geographers approved by the Society’s Council

Congratulations to the 38 Society Fellows who were recently awarded Chartered Geographer status by Council.

Monday 14 Apr 2025
RGS-IBG news
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Capturing nature’s wild edges

Wednesday 9 Apr 2025
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Journey in audio programme kicks off

Thursday 3 Apr 2025
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Rufas Island, Saukabu, Raja Ampat Regency, West Papua, Indonesia

Young Geographer of the Year and Rex Walford Award 2025 open for entries

Wednesday 2 Apr 2025
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