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'The Polar Failure': Uncovering the hidden images of the 1875 Arctic expedition
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'The Polar Failure': Uncovering the hidden images of the 1875 Arctic expedition

Fri 23 Oct · 11:00

Hughenden

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About This Event

Under the high ceilings of Hughenden Manor, the air hums with the quiet intensity of a hundred unseen Arctic moments brought to life. This immersive exhibition transforms historic photographs and rare Victorian objects into a resonant narrative of the 1875 expedition, where the stillness of the images gives way to a palpable sense of peril and endurance. Each room offers a distinct atmosphere, guiding visitors through a sensory journey that captures the isolation and resilience of the crew on HMS Alert and HMS Discovery. Admission is required to experience this evocative collection and its surrounding displays.

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Frequently asked questions

'The Polar Failure': Uncovering the hidden images of the 1875 Arctic expedition takes place on Friday, 23 October 2026 at 11:00. The event runs until Monday, 28 June 2027.

'The Polar Failure': Uncovering the hidden images of the 1875 Arctic expedition is held at Hughenden in High Wycombe (High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire).

Tickets for 'The Polar Failure': Uncovering the hidden images of the 1875 Arctic expedition can be booked via nationaltrust.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.

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