When explorer Harry St John Philby passed away in Beirut in 1960, his son Kim scratched on his grave, “the greatest of Arabian explorers.” Mark Evans shares the story of Philby’s pioneering 1917 journey across Arabia, and his own recent Heart of Arabia expedition with Philby’s Saudi Arabian granddaughter, retracing Philby’s footsteps from east to west across Arabia, on foot, by camel and by 4x4. Mark has lived in the Middle East for 25 years, and was awarded The Medal of Honour by His Majesty The Sultan of Oman for his work using outdoor learning to develop the youth of Oman.
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Want to be the first to hear about what's happening in Fife? Just hit 'Like' on our Facebook page, join the What's On Scotland Facebook Group and 'Follow' on our Twitter account and you're all set!In January 2022, young geographer Kirsty set sail from Antigua on board a 72ft sailing yacht bound for a circumnavigation of the world.
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READ MOREAndy Torbet recounts highlights from his many shows and adventures, lifting the veil on how some of these stunts were filmed for the Royal Scottish Geographical Society's Inspiring People talk series!
READ MORECome along and hear Dr. David Caldwell explain recent changes to the story of The Lewis Chessmen, one of the most valuable finds to ever come out of Scottish Soil!
READ MORECrail Community Partnership is hosting workshops in January to provide information and support on reducing energy costs and promoting sustainable homes.
READ MOREEnvironmental policy-maker Roger asks what nature means to us, at home or further afield, including humans or not as part of the Royal Scottish Geographical Society's Inspiring People talk series!
READ MOREEnjoy an evening with Rangers Legends Mark Hateley, Terry Butcher & Ian Durrant and host Graham Roberts at the Alhambra Theatre Dunfermline on Friday 31st January!
READ MOREDocumentary filmmaker and historian Paul Murton will take you on an exploration of some of Europe's most remote islands as part of Royal Scottish Geographical Society's Inspiring People events.
READ MOREOn what promises to be an entertaining night, Gordon Strachan will be discussing his colourful career and life with Gerry McDade on an evening you will not want to miss!
READ MOREMerryn Glover's talk, part of the Royal Scottish Geographical Society's Inspiring People programme, is a celebration of Scotland's high and rocky heart and the people who explore it.
READ MOREProfessor Craig Jackson returns to Carnegie Hall on 1st March with A History of British Mass Murderers.
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