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About us

The Royal Geographical Society (with the Institute of British Geographers) is the UK's learned society and professional body for geography. We advance geography and support geographers in the UK and across the world.

Our work

As a charity, learned society and professional body, we reach millions of people each year through our work in advancing geography and supporting geographers.

What is geography?

Geography is unique in bridging the social and natural sciences. Find out what makes it essential in understanding the world in which we live.

Governance

Find out about the governance of the Society including our Royal Charter, the role of Council, the make-up of committees, and our code of conduct.

Our history

The Society was founded in 1830. Find out more about our history.

Our people

Find out more about our dedicated staff, trustees, Council and committee members.

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Planning on visiting the Society? We're based in South Kensington, London. Find out how best to get here.

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Find out how you can support our work in advancing geographical knowledge.

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