Into the Ice
Tales of Exploration, Endurance and Discovery from the World's Frozen Regions
For anyone fascinated by stories of exploration, adventure and human endurance, Into the Ice promises a captivating day of talks at the University of Plymouth on Saturday 24 October 2026.
This unique conference will bring to life some of the most remarkable episodes in polar history. Speakers will explore the mysteries of the Titanic wreck, an ambitious airship voyage to the North Pole, the tragic fate of Sir John Franklin's expedition in search of the Northwest Passage, and Plymouth-born Captain Robert Falcon Scott's final journey to the South Pole. The programme will also shine a light on Emily Shackleton, whose support and resilience played a crucial role in the achievements of her husband, the legendary polar explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton.
The conference features a distinguished panel of experts, including speakers travelling from Italy, Ireland and the Netherlands, each bringing specialist knowledge and fresh perspectives to these extraordinary stories.
Organised by the Devon and Cornwall Polar Society and supported by the University of Plymouth and Hurtigruten Expeditions, the event will take place in the comfortable Jill Craigie Cinema within the University's Roland Levinsky Building. All presentations will be fully illustrated.
The £55 admission fee includes a packed lunch together with morning and afternoon refreshments. Students enrolled at schools, colleges or universities may attend the talks free of charge, or at £18 if lunch and refreshments are required.
Further information and booking details can be found at the Devon and Cornwall Polar Society website. With interest already being shown from across the UK and overseas, early booking is strongly recommended.
www.devonandcornwallpolarsociety.org.uk/futureevents/