Shackleton's Nimrod Hut, Cape Royds

This is the base associated with Sir Ernest Shackleton’s British Antarctic (Nimrod) Expedition 1907–1909. Following his role in Scott’s Discovery expedition, Shackleton mounted his own in an attempt to be the first to reach the Geographic South Pole.

Explore the Conservation of Nimrod hut

'Nimrod' hut - Pre-RSHRP Conservation

'Nimrod' hut - During RSHRP Conservation

'Nimrod' hut - After RSHRP Conservation

'Nimrod' hut - Food Cans

Famous Discoveries - Shackleton's Whisky

Famous Discoveries - Shackleton's Beer Barrel