It's time to celebrate the incredible members of the queendom - female animals that deserve the scientific spotlight after being overlooked or underestimated for so many years.

Join former science journalist Catherine Blackledge, whose talk was written with advice from the University of Cambridge, for an afternoon that will inspire you to see the wonder of all kinds of female creatures!

From murderous mammals and record-breaking birds to spectacular snakes and self-cloning insects, unearth something new about a familiar species or be totally surprised by an animal you've never heard of, in this eye-opening, awe-inspiring event!

Packed with astonishing facts, surprising world records and unforgettable animals, this is a joyful celebration of the mighty, intelligent, fearless and fascinating females that help shape life on Earth.

How To Get Your Tickets

1. Book your desired number of tickets and await an email from us confirming your order. This is NOT a ticket.

2. Present your confirmation on arrival at the venue. Ensure that you take personal ID with you or you may be turned away

Pricing Information

• For this event, there are two ticket types: Free Tickets, and Free Tickets with £5 Donation + TFG booking fee

• For Free Tickets, no further payment applies beyond the TFG booking fee

• For Free Tickets with £5 Donation + TFG booking fee, the total payable per ticket is £7.95. The full £5 donation goes straight to the Royal Institution to continue their excellent scientific education work

• Please note: Tickets for RI Members and RI Patrons retail at £7.75 on the third-party site

Additional Information

• This talk is recommended for children aged 7-13 years old, though it can be enjoyed by audiences of all ages

• Under 13s must be accompanied by an adult with a ticket. All attendees aged 4 years old and above need a ticket to attend

• Doors open: 2:15pm | Event starts: 2:30pm

• Copies of 'The Animal Queendom' will be available to purchase after the talk

• For further event information, please visit here

Accessibility Information

• Please note: We recommend, where you have specific access requirements, bookings are made directly through the event organiser, however, we are here to assist where possible. Please get in touch with us prior to booking if you have access requirements. For accessibility information, please visit here

Key Terms of Sale

• Tickets are non-refundable / non-exchangeable
• Tickets cannot be resold or transferred
• The account holder must be in attendance at the event
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