The British Interplanetary Society (BIS) is a membership society that promotes the exploration and use of space for the benefit of humanity, by connecting people to create, educate and inspire, and advance knowledge in all aspects of astronautics.

Our Goals

To diversify engagement with our wider membership, stakeholders and the public. Advance opportunities to participate in our technical projects. Evolve our professional offer. Celebrate innovation and excellence. Advocate for space within the UK and overseas, and strengthen outreach.

Our Values

The BIS is devoted to initiating, promoting and disseminating new concepts and technical information about space flight and astronautics through meetings, symposia, publications, visits and exhibitions.

Our Purpose

The BIS exists to inspire people about space so that humanity builds a future beyond the Earth

Our Society

The British Interplanetary Society is an international membership society and registered charity.

We are devoted to initiating, promoting and disseminating new concepts and technical information about space flight and astronautics.

Our membership

Our membership brings together those who work within the space sector, those with a personal interest in space, and those who are studying space exploration related subjects.

Membership is open to all with an interest in space. Join today.

Our location

The BIS’s headquarters are located in Central London, within 5 minutes walk from Vauxhall Underground, Rail and Bus Stations – enabling easy access for visitors to the Society.

We also have branches across the UK and internationally.

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Our Council

The Society is led by a Council of 12 BIS Fellows, who are elected for a 3 year term by our Fellows. The Council Members act as both the Directors and Trustees of the Society. They are the primary decision makers for the BIS.

Our Staff

Day to day running of the Society is delegated to our Chief Executive, who runs a team of staff and oversees a volunteer workforce.

Find out more about the team at our Headquarters.

Our Committees

Committees of the British Interplanetary Society are run by BIS Members and Fellows on a voluntary basis.
Each Committee focuses on a specific area of work, and often take an active role in delivering the objectives of the Society and organising projects.

Non-executive Committees are open to any member.

Our Volunteers

The Volunteers of the British Interplanetary Society are BIS Members and Fellows, who volunteer their time, expertise and specialist skills to support the running of The Society.

Our Branches

The Society has local branches across the Globe.
We are always looking to grow and support local groups – find out more about how to start a branch

Founded in 1933, the British Interplanetary Society is the world’s longest established organisation devoted solely to supporting and promoting the exploration of space and astronautics.