SHACKLETON LIVE
LONDON
UPCOMING EVENTS
Discover our live events schedule at our London store and join us to hear from pioneering individuals living and working in the world's extremes. From renowned photographers, to world record holders to polar explorers, our store in Piccadilly, London is the hub of extreme exploration.
30.01.25
19:00
Expedition Photography: Then and Now.
In Conversation with Levison Wood.
Join us at the Shackleton flagship store in Piccadilly as we launch our all new photographer's field jacket, the Frank Hurley. We will be hosting world-renowned explorer, photographer and Leica Ambassador, Levison Wood, for an exclusive exhibition and Q&A session to celebrate the launch of the jacket.
We will be exhibiting a selection of photographs from Sir Ernest Shackleton's Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition shot by the remarkable photographer, our new field Jacket is named after, Frank Hurley. These will be curated alongside photographs from modern day explorer, writer and photographer Levison Wood.
This is a unique opportunity to gain insight into Levison's experiences navigating and documenting some of the world's most challenging terrains. From walking the length of the Nile to trekking the Himalayas, tracking the last remaining desert lions of Namibia to increasingly elusive polar bears in Greenland, many of Levison's adventures on screen have been even more extensively documented through his own lens.
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PREVIOUS EVENTS
From record-breaking feats of endurance to pioneering expeditions, our Shackleton store at 214 Piccadilly has become a gathering place for explorers and visionaries to share their unique stories of resilience and adventure.
Explore our event archive, where each speaker reveals how they’ve pushed boundaries in pursuit of their goals to inspire you to discover your best self beyond your comfort zone.
27.11.24
pen hadow
arctic explorer & conservationist
Join us in conversation with Arctic explorer turned conservationist, Pen Hadow.
Pen Hadow made his first Arctic expedition in 1989, set up the world’s first guide service to the North Pole in 1995, and co-organised the first all-women expedition to the North Pole in 1997.
A world-class explorer focused on the Arctic Ocean, he is now dedicated to the United Nations process that will enable protection for the wildlife and ecosystem in the international waters around the North Pole.
In 2023, the esteemed panel of judges for the Shackleton Medal for the Protection of the Polar Regions chose Pen Hadow as the medal's worthy winner for his dedication to creating conservation area status for the international waters of the Arctic Ocean. Join us at the Shackleton Flagship store for an evening with Pen Hadow, full of stories of Arctic Exploration and environmental advocacy.
12.12.24
LIVE LINK TO PORT LOCKROY, ANTARCTICA.
UK ANTARCTIC HERITAGE TRUST.
Join us at the Shackleton Flagship store at 214 Piccadilly to hear from the team at the UK ANTARCTIC HERITAGE TRUST, live from Port Lockroy, Antarctica.
13.11.24
MARK AGNEW
KAYAKING THE NORTHWEST PASSAGE
Join us at the Shackleton Flagship store at 214 Piccadilly to hear all about Mark Agnew's world-first expedition.
Mark Agnew and his three teammates made history when they paddled the length of the Arctic's Northwest Passage. They were the first team to kayak the entire Arctic route, and the first team to do it under human power, with no motors or sails, in a single summer.
The Arctic Cowboys, as the team were called, kayaked for 103 days, facing storms, polar bears, fatigue and shifting sea ice. The predicted expedition completion date was at the end of the summer, however due to a host of challenges including getting trapped in the ice, the expedition continued into the grips of winter, where the team persevered, finally ending their journey in October.
17.10.24
ROBERT SWAN OBE
LEADERSHIP ON THE EDGE
Join us at Shackleton to hear Robert Swan OBE, first to walk to both Poles, talk about his Antarctic climate education mission.
Robert Swan, OBE, FRGS, is the first person to walk to both the North and South Poles and is the founder of the 2041 Foundation. Rob will present his mission to educate people all over the world on the vital role that Antarctica plays in our planet’s climate and ecosystems.
As an Ernest Shackleton devotee, Rob will explain how leadership lessons from the Boss have helped him build the stamina and determination to continue his lifelong mission. Joining Rob will be Jennie Cooke, previous nominee for the Shackleton Medal who will introduce the work of the 2041 schools program.
12.09.24
ANANYA PRASAD
ATLANTIC ODYSSEY
In December 2024, Ananya Prasad will row 3000 miles solo from La Gomera to Antigua, join us to learn more about her world-first expedition.
In December 2024 Ananya Prasad will be embarking on an epic 3000 mile solo row across the Atlantic Ocean, as part of the World's Toughest Row. If successful, she will be the first woman of colour to ever solo row an ocean.
With zero nautical experience prior to signing up, Ananya's drive to push herself on a new challenge in the outdoors has evolved into a journey of representation. Born in India and raised in the UK, Ananya has always found there was a glaring lack of diversity in adventure sport. In undertaking this challenge she hopes to inspire more people of colour and women into adventure sport and rowing.
Ananya hopes that one day, women of colour participating in endurance events isn’t out of the ordinary, rather the norm. Join us at our flagship store at 214 Piccadilly in London to hear more about Ananya's upcoming expedition and motivations.
22.08.24
POLE TO POLE
EV EXPEDITION FROM MAGNETIC NORTH TO THE SOUTH POLE
British adventurers, Chris and Julie Ramsey, have become the first people to drive from a magnetic north location to the South Pole and they have completed the journey in an all-electric vehicle. Join us to hear how they fared, from start to finish.
Back in June 2022 we announced that we were the official kit providers for the Pole to Pole EV Expedition, a world-first attempt to drive from the magnetic North Pole to the South Pole in an all-electric vehicle.
The Pole To Pole team, comprised of husband and wife explorers, Chris and Julie Ramsey, have successfully completed the Artic leg of their 17,000 mile journey. In the first of its kind expedition in an electric vehicle, the capabilities of both the car and the Ramsey's have been pushed to their limits.
"The Arctic is an unforgiving and treacherous place, and our journey was fraught with unexpected challenges and obstacles. We faced numerous setbacks and delays, from equipment malfunctions to unpredictable weather conditions. Yet, with each hurdle, we learned valuable lessons and adapted our approach, always keeping our end goal in mind."
25.07.24
LOUIS RUDD
SHACKLETON X ROYAL ENFIELD - HIMALAYAS
Join us to hear British Explorer Louis Rudd MBE share his 1000-mile winter route across the Himalayas on the new Royal Enfield Himalayan 450.
In 2023, British Explorer Louis Rudd MBE, Director of Expeditions at Shackleton, pioneered a 1000 mile winter route across the Indian Himalayas on Royal Enfield’s all-new Himalayan 450 off-road motorcycle. The three week journey across the region’s most remote and spectacular mountain landscape reached altitudes of up to 5500m. Every day, Rudd and his team faced the relentless challenges of extreme cold, perilous terrain and the world’s toughest expedition conditions. The journey took them on a route that crossed deep snow, sand dunes and even the frozen Pangong Lake, winding their way ever higher to an altitude above Everest Base Camp.
Join us at the Shackleton flagship store in London to hear Louis' first-hand account of this pioneering ride, and learn about the launch of the the Himalayan Challenge. This is a unique motorcycling expedition in summer 2025 - where you can experience the same intense freedom of adventure for yourself in this mythical setting. Discover what you’re made of, build your expedition mindset and ride the ultimate path.
20.06.24
FINDING QUEST
EXCLUSIVE EVENT WITH EXPEDITION TEAM
Join us at the Shackleton flagship store in Piccadilly as we launch our all new photographer's field jacket, the Frank Hurley. We will be hosting world-renowned explorer, photographer and Leica Ambassador, Levison Wood, for an exclusive exhibition and Q&A session to celebrate the launch of the jacket.
We will be exhibiting a selection of photographs from Sir Ernest Shackleton's Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition shot by the remarkable photographer, our new field Jacket is named after, Frank Hurley. These will be curated alongside photographs from modern day explorer, writer and photographer Levison Wood.
This is a unique opportunity to gain insight into Levison's experiences navigating and documenting some of the world's most challenging terrains. From walking the length of the Nile to trekking the Himalayas, tracking the last remaining desert lions of Namibia to increasingly elusive polar bears in Greenland, many of Levison's adventures on screen have been even more extensively documented through his own lens.
Join us at the Shackleton flagship store in Piccadilly as we launch our all new photographer's field jacket, the Frank Hurley. We will be hosting world-renowned explorer, photographer and Leica Ambassador, Levison Wood, for an exclusive exhibition and Q&A session to celebrate the launch of the jacket.
We will be exhibiting a selection of photographs from Sir Ernest Shackleton's Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition shot by the remarkable photographer, our new field Jacket is named after, Frank Hurley. These will be curated alongside photographs from modern day explorer, writer and photographer Levison Wood.
This is a unique opportunity to gain insight into Levison's experiences navigating and documenting some of the world's most challenging terrains. From walking the length of the Nile to trekking the Himalayas, tracking the last remaining desert lions of Namibia to increasingly elusive polar bears in Greenland, many of Levison's adventures on screen have been even more extensively documented through his own lens.
29.01.24
LEVISON WOOD
WORLD-RENOWNED EXPLORER, PHOTOGRAPHER AND WRITER
Join us at the Shackleton flagship store in Piccadilly as we host the face of our collaboration with Leica, the world-renowned explorer, photographer and film-maker, Levison Wood, for an exclusive Q&A session.
We look forward to hearing the captivating stories of some Levison's daring expeditions and gain insight into his experiences navigating and documenting some of the world's most challenging terrains. From walking the length of the Nile to trekking the Himalayas, tracking the last remaining desert lions of Namibia to increasingly elusive polar bears in Greenland, many of Levison's adventures on screen have been even more extensively documented through his own lens. This is a unique opportunity to interact with a true modern-day explorer and hear firsthand accounts of his remarkable journeys.
30.11.23
EMILY GARTHWAITE & SANGAR KHALEEL
IRAQ FROM THE INSIDE
Join us at the Shackleton flagship store in Piccadilly for an eye opening evening with award winning photojournalist Emily Garthwaite and journalist, fixer and NPR's man in Mosul, Sangar Khaleel.
Emily and Sangar will speak about their work together - devising and completing a never done before expedition down the most millitarised river in the world, the Tigris, documenting militias and Iranian guerilla fighters in Kurdistan, and other key moments from their time working together at the New York Times.
09.11.23
MAX THORPE
BUILDING RESILIENCE
Join us at the Shackleton flagship store in Piccadilly as we launch our all new photographer's field jacket, the Frank Hurley. We will be hosting world-renowned explorer, photographer and Leica Ambassador, Levison Wood, for an exclusive exhibition and Q&A session to celebrate the launch of the jacket.
We will be exhibiting a selection of photographs from Sir Ernest Shackleton's Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition shot by the remarkable photographer, our new field Jacket is named after, Frank Hurley. These will be curated alongside photographs from modern day explorer, writer and photographer Levison Wood.
This is a unique opportunity to gain insight into Levison's experiences navigating and documenting some of the world's most challenging terrains. From walking the length of the Nile to trekking the Himalayas, tracking the last remaining desert lions of Namibia to increasingly elusive polar bears in Greenland, many of Levison's adventures on screen have been even more extensively documented through his own lens.
26.10.23
TOM WILLIAMS
ALONE - WHAT DOES IT TAKE TO SURVIVE?
Join us at the Shackleton flagship store in Piccadilly as we launch our all new photographer's field jacket, the Frank Hurley. We will be hosting world-renowned explorer, photographer and Leica Ambassador, Levison Wood, for an exclusive exhibition and Q&A session to celebrate the launch of the jacket.
We will be exhibiting a selection of photographs from Sir Ernest Shackleton's Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition shot by the remarkable photographer, our new field Jacket is named after, Frank Hurley. These will be curated alongside photographs from modern day explorer, writer and photographer Levison Wood.
This is a unique opportunity to gain insight into Levison's experiences navigating and documenting some of the world's most challenging terrains. From walking the length of the Nile to trekking the Himalayas, tracking the last remaining desert lions of Namibia to increasingly elusive polar bears in Greenland, many of Levison's adventures on screen have been even more extensively documented through his own lens.
12.10.24
WENDY SEARLE
SHACKLETON LAUNCHES WORLD'S FIRST POLAR SKILLS &
EXPED. APPAREL FOR WOMEN
Join us at the Shackleton flagship store in Piccadilly as we launch our all new photographer's field jacket, the Frank Hurley. We will be hosting world-renowned explorer, photographer and Leica Ambassador, Levison Wood, for an exclusive exhibition and Q&A session to celebrate the launch of the jacket.
We will be exhibiting a selection of photographs from Sir Ernest Shackleton's Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition shot by the remarkable photographer, our new field Jacket is named after, Frank Hurley. These will be curated alongside photographs from modern day explorer, writer and photographer Levison Wood.
This is a unique opportunity to gain insight into Levison's experiences navigating and documenting some of the world's most challenging terrains. From walking the length of the Nile to trekking the Himalayas, tracking the last remaining desert lions of Namibia to increasingly elusive polar bears in Greenland, many of Levison's adventures on screen have been even more extensively documented through his own lens.
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