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The official magazine of the Royal Geographical Society · Published since 1935

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Geographical April 2026 cover: Gone Fishing

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Gone fishing

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May 2026

Ancient archives

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Eagle hunters

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Independent journalism, striking photography and expert insight on the people, places and forces shaping our world.

The official magazine of the Royal Geographical Society · Published since 1935

  • Print magazine delivered to your door
  • Print and digital included
  • Immediate access to our archive
  • Over 1,000 magazines back to 1935
  • Monthly, quarterly or yearly plans
Subscribe

Print & Digital from £5.83 a month

The magazine for curious readers of the world

From climate and geopolitics to culture, conservation, travel and exploration, Geographical brings you thoughtful writing, original reporting and award-winning photography.

Praised by explorers, writers and readers

Paul Rose
“Geographical Magazine is absolutely brilliant, and well-loved.”

Paul Rose

Explorer, TV Presenter, Expedition Leader

Tim Marshall
“Geographical explains the nexus between geography, history, and current affairs. And does it brilliantly”

Tim Marshall

Best-selling author of Prisoners of Geography

Subscribe

Understand
the world

Global affairs, climate, culture, science and environment explained with depth and clarity.

Escape
the scroll

Long-form writing, photography and maps in a magazine designed to be read, kept and returned to.

Unlock
the archive

Immediate access to over 1,000 issues of Geographical back to 1935.

Unlock over 1,000 issues back to 1935

Every subscription includes immediate access to the complete digital archive.

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  • Immediate access to our archive
  • Over 1,000 magazines back to 1935
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Geographical archive covers from the 1930s to the 2000s

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Published in the UK since 1935, Geographical is the official magazine of the Royal Geographical Society (with IBG).

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