đź“Ť New Hall, Winchester, SO23 9NG
đź“… Tuesday 24 February 2026 from 7.00pm
🎟️ Box Office Opens: 3 January
This February, we invite you to step into a world of exploration, resilience, and daring ambition as two exceptional speakers take us on a journey to the farthest reaches of the Southern Hemisphere. From the frozen depths of the Weddell Sea to the sun‑scorched skies above Australia, this special evening promises stories that have shaped history — and continue to inspire today.
Dan Snow – Searching for Endurance
BAFTA‑award winning historian, broadcaster, and presenter Dan Snow closes the evening with an extraordinary tale of discovery. In 2022, Dan joined the expedition that located Shackleton’s legendary shipwreck, Endurance — found perfectly preserved 3,000 metres beneath the Antarctic ice after more than a century.
Dan will share the inside story of this remarkable mission:
• the month‑long search in one of the harshest environments on Earth
• the cutting‑edge technology that made the discovery possible
• the emotional and historical significance of finding one of exploration’s greatest lost vessels
Known to millions as the host of History Hit — one of the world’s most popular history podcasts — and Founder of History Hit TV, Dan brings his trademark clarity, curiosity, and storytelling brilliance to the stage. His work with the BBC and his best‑selling book On This Day in History have made him one of the most recognisable voices in public history today.
Edward Rochead – Going South: The Daring Journeys of Amy Johnson
Opening the evening, Honorary Professor Edward Rochead transports us to the golden age of aviation with the story of pioneering pilot Amy Johnson. Her record‑breaking flights in the 1930s captured the imagination of the world — and her courage continues to resonate.
Edward’s talk explores:
• Amy’s groundbreaking solo flight to Australia in 1930
• The barriers she faced as a woman in early aviation
• Her later journey to South Africa
• Her personal ties to Hampshire and how they shaped her life
A gifted communicator who blends history, engineering, and human stories, Edward has been inspiring audiences across Hampshire and beyond since 1999. His deep knowledge and engaging style make Amy Johnson’s achievements feel as vivid and daring today as they were nearly a century ago.
An Evening Not to Be Missed
From the icy silence of Antarctica to the roar of an aircraft engine over the Outback, Adventures to the Southern Hemisphere brings together two extraordinary stories of exploration, innovation, and human spirit.
Whether you’re a history enthusiast, an aviation admirer, or simply someone who loves a gripping true story, this evening promises to be unforgettable.
🎟️ Tickets go on sale from 3 January.
Join us for a night of discovery and daring — right here in Winchester.
This event is proudly sponsored by Gentian. Gentian is a Winchester-based property developer and investor specialising in retail and commercial developments and town centre regeneration.
Hampshire History Trust 