Recent joiners are warmly invited to join us at the Society in London on 12 May to discover more about the history of the Society, who we are today and how to make the most of their membership.
You will enjoy a tour and drinks reception ahead of one of our Monday night lectures, giving you the chance to meet other members.
This event is for members only but you are very welcome to invite a guest to join you at the evening's lecture after the tour. Please book those tickets separately.
Venue information
Royal Geographical Society (with IBG), 1 Kensington Gore, London, SW7 2AR.
- Exhibition
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 all20 Jan 2025 - 15 Apr 2025 - Lecture
Warmth from below: where ice and ocean meet
As Arctic sea ice melts away, the ocean below is absorbing six times more solar radiation. This lecture will highlight the changing ocean processes melting ice and implications for our weather and climate.
Royal Geographical Society (with IBG)Open to allMonday 24 February 2025 - non-society event
In conversation with Lucy Shepherd - connecting conservation with communities
Lucy Shepherd will be in conversation talking about her expeditions and her role as Global Ambassador for Rhino Ark, a leading conservation charity.
Royal Geographical Society (with IBG)Open to allTuesday 25 February 2025