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Geological Society Discussion Group

The Discussion Group exists to foster discussion and debate on current geological research or practice, and societally relevant topics. 

Our meetings provide a chance to address topics, such as our role in the energy transition, in a relaxed setting whilst at the same time stimulating a broad and open debate. Discussion topics complement the major themes of the Society and aim to span the interests of all the Specialist Groups.

In order to maximise accessibility, meetings take the form of both in-person meetings and online presentations. The in-person meetings take place at different venues in London, including Burlington House. 

A Discussion Group Members' discount applies to the in-person meetings and guests (both Fellows and non members) are encouraged. 
In order to take full advantage of membership and to support speaker costs and student support, a Group membership charge of £30 (reduced to £15 for those living more than 100 miles from central London) can be added to your Fellowship fee. 

There are six meetings a year and a summer outing.

The Group has its roots in the Geological Society Club which was founded in 1824. Since being established as a Specialist Group of the Society in 2016, it has held both dinner and online discussions with a wide range of speakers and topics, summaries of which can be found here.

Past events

Access summaries of our past events here.

Our events

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The Geological Society Discussion Group: Bicentenary Special Event

05 November 2024

Venue: The Athenaeum Club, 107 Pall Mall, St James's, London

  • Geological Discussion
  • Specialist Group

The Geological Society Discussion Group: Show and Tell - Unusual Specimens

04 December 2024

Venue: The Athenaeum Club, 107 Pall Mall, St James's, London

  • Geological Discussion
  • Specialist Group

The Geological Society Discussion Group: Geothermal Innovation

12 March 2025

Venue: University Women's Club, 2 Audley Square, London

  • Geological Discussion
  • Specialist Group
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Committee

Chair

Dr Andrew Dobrzański.

Vice Chair

David Norbury

Hon. Sec.

John Bennett ([email protected])

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The Dining Club

The Geological Society Club developed out of the regular tavern dinners enjoyed by Members and was founded on 5 November 1824 at the Thatched-House Tavern in St James’s Street.