Shackleton Journal

Heritage: The draw of Antarctica

Heritage: The draw of Antarctica

Why did the Frozen Continent captivate explorers? Expeditions were dangerous, expensive and often unsuccessful. Yet people persevered. Author Mich...

Optimism is true moral courage

As the world enters uncertain times, we've chosen six quotes from Sir Ernest Shackleton that inspire us in times of difficulty. We hope they do t...

The qualities of an explorer – then and now

Optimism, patience, idealism and courage. These are the traits that Ernest Shackleton believed an explorer required to succeed. A century later, tw...

The Results: Capture the Extreme Photography Competition

After combing over more than 2000 entries and much deliberation between the judges, we are delighted to share the results of the 2020 Capture the...

Tom Pidcock: on top of the Worlds

Meet the 20-year-old cyclo-cross rider tipped for huge success following a rookie season in the Elites with the TRINITY Racing Team, for which Sha...

Shackleton Winter Expedition in Finse

Shackleton takes a group of pioneers deep into the elements in Norway for an expedition, led by polar explorers Louis Rudd MBE and Wendy Searle.

Shackleton chosen as Brand of Tomorrow

Shackleton is among 12 British brands selected for Walpole’s 2020 Brands of Tomorrow programme, which aims to promote and develop the British luxu...

Solo sailing with James Aiken

Sailor and filmmaker James Aiken has just completed a 28-day, single-handed crossing of the Atlantic Ocean onboard his boat, The Oaken Yarn, in par...

What made Shackleton a great leader?

Some people are born to lead. Sir Ernest Shackleton was a born leader. Author Michael Smith looks at the qualities that made The Boss so charismatic.

Ski Resort Edit: Shackleton in Zermatt

With the ski season in full swing, Shackleton heads out to Zermatt in the Swiss Alps, the beautiful 1600m resort situated in the shadow of the Matt...

Seeking two people for Antarctic adventure

Win the experience of a lifetime. Shackleton has partnered with luxury-adventure specialists Polar Latitudes to offer you and a plus one the chance...

PHOTOGRAPHY COMPETITION: SELECTION #5

Following the launch of the Frank Hurley Photographer’s Jacket, a world-first collaboration with Leica Camera AG, Shackleton is hosting a photogra...

PHOTOGRAPHY COMPETITION: SELECTION #4

Following the launch of the Frank Hurley Photographer’s Jacket, a world-first collaboration with Leica Camera AG, Shackleton is hosting a photogra...