Membership
Society Membership is for anyone who wishes to be inspired by and stay informed about our planet, its peoples and environments.
One year's membership is just £185.
Why become a Member?
- Stay informed about our work and the wider discipline.
- Join a thriving community.
- Access our unique resources.
- Unlock member discounts.
- Support the Society's work to advance the discipline, empower geographers and reach new audiences.
Am I eligible?
Membership is open to everyone who wishes to discover more about the world around them through fascinating lectures, inspiring articles and our remarkable Collections.
Alternatively, Fellowship may be right for you if you have a geography degree, undertake geographical research, use geography in a professional capacity, teach geography or have a well-developed enthusiasm for geography, for example through journalism, expeditions or travel writing.
Find out more about our Fellowship or get in touch with the Membership Office at membership@rgs.org
Benefits
Monday night lectures
Hear from world-renowned speakers at Monday night lectures in person or via livestream.
Geographical magazine
Read monthly issues of Geographical magazine in print or digitally.
Bulletin
Receive Society news in a monthly e-newsletter and termly Bulletin.
On-demand recordings
Enjoy watching past lectures and talks at a time that suits you.
Members' room
Meet and work in the Members' Room and enjoy catering in the Tea Room.
Access Foyle Reading Room
Visit the Foyle Reading Room and consult our archive free of charge.
Event discounts
Access free or reduced rate tickets for talks, seminars and events across the UK and online.
Exclusive discounts
Receive discounts at Stanfords and Wiley.
Support our charitable work
Help the Society advance the discipline, empower geographers and reach new audiences.
- Monday Night Lecture
Conservation in action - Susanna Handslip, Aldo Kane, Declan Burley and Vianet Djenguet
Join the team from Apple TV’s 'The Wild Ones' for a behind the scenes look at the challenges of raising awareness about the world’s most critically endangered animals and the role of television in achieving positive change.
London and onlineMembers + one guestMonday 12 January 2026 - Monday Night Lecture
Asgard legacy
In an expedition led by Founder’s Medal recipient Colonel Patrick Baird, Mount Asgard was first climbed in 1953. Seven decades later, Niall and Finn McCann attempted to follow in their grandfather’s footsteps.
London and onlineMembers + one guestMonday 19 January 2026 - Monday Night Lecture
The spirit of the rainforest: a journey with Rosa Vásquez Espinoza
Scientist and National Geographic Explorer Dr Rosa Vásquez Espinoza shares a personal Amazon journey, melding indigenous wisdom with modern science to illuminate biodiversity, resilience and urgent conservation challenges.
London and onlineMembers + one guestMonday 26 January 2026
Join online today
Start your journey by completing the online joining form.
Join via email or post
If for any reason you're unable to join us using our online joining form, you can also apply by email or post.
- By email: download and complete the application form below, and email to membership@rgs.org
- By post: download and complete the application form below, and post it with your payment to: Membership Office, RGS-IBG, 1 Kensington Gore, London, SW7 2AR.
Gift Membership
Surprise someone with Membership and inspire them with a year of geographical events and inspiration.