Join Discover the World on a Polar Adventure
Delve into the wonders of exploring the Polar regions on an expedition cruise at an exclusive in-person travel evening with us and Quark Expeditions.
“We’re thrilled to host this event at the former residence of Gilbert White, an 18th-century naturalist who inspired Charles Darwin. This charming property, now a museum, features the Oates Collection with Antarctic artefacts from Captain Lawrence Oates, a pivotal member of Scott’s ill-fated Terra Nova expedition to the South Pole.”
Enjoy an exclusive ‘behind the scenes’ tour for a rare look at a copy of Aurora Australis—the book written, illustrated, printed, and bound by the crew during Shackleton’s Nimrod expedition (1908-09).
Following the optional tour, savour welcome drinks and canapés while mingling with Polar experts before listening to captivating talks from travel writer Will Gray and award-winning author Mike Unwin, followed by a Q&A session with our expert panel.
Tickets are £8 per person, with all proceeds donated to the following two charities – Penguin Watch and the Gilbert White “Fund for the Future”. When you book your spot, you’ll automatically be entered into a prize draw to win an exclusive “hamper” of expedition related goodies.
Date: Tuesday 3rd September 2024
Start: 17:30-20:00
Price: £8 with all proceeds donated to charity
Venue: Gilbert White’s House
Directions: How to find us
Event highlights
- Free entry (normally £19.50) to Gilbert White’s House and Gardens, available to enter anytime on 3rd September to explore at your leisure.
- Welcome drinks (alcoholic and soft drinks) and canapés on arrival, with further drinks served in the evening.
- Behind-the-scenes tour of the museum departing at 4.30pm, 5.00pm & 5.30pm, including a rare look at Aurora Australis—the book written, illustrated, printed, and bound by the crew during Shackleton’s Nimrod expedition (1908-09).
- Talks from travel writer Will Gray, award-winning author Mike Unwin and polar experts Quark Expeditions & Discover the World.
- Q&A session with seasoned polar expedition travellers.
- Goodie bags to take home after the event.
- Chance to win a hamper of expedition-related goodies and exclusive discounts on Quark expeditions