Scott's Last Expedition

Explore the captivating story of Captain Robert Falcon Scott's last expedition to Antarctica in 1910-1913, the Terra Nova, in this groundbreaking exhibition. Scott's Last Expedition features rare artefacts used by Scott's team and scientific specimens, appearing together for the first time, alongside a life-sized representation of Scott's hut that survives in Antarctica. 

Scott's Last Expedition marks the centenary of Scott reaching the South Pole and his tragic death.

20 January - 2 September 2012
10.00 - 17.50

Tickets on sale now

Adults £9
Child and concessions £5.50
Family £26
School groups £3 per pupil
Free to Members, Patrons and children aged 3 and under.

  • Scott's Last Expedition exhibition
    Exhibition and tickets

    Find out what Scott's Last Expedition exhibition will showcase and how to book tickets.

  • Scott exhibition highlights
    Exhibition highlights slideshow

    View a slideshow of images from our Scott's Last Expedition exhibition.

  • Antarctica: Experience it
    Scott events

    Join our Scott-related free daytime talks to tie in with the Scott's Last Expedition exhibition.

  • Captain Scott's hut
    Antarctica

    To celebrate our Scott's Last Expedition exhibition we are taking a closer look at the allure of this intriguing continent.

  • Captain Scott on the Terra Nova
    Scott and Antarctica videos

    Explore our Scott videos in the exhibition when you visit, or enjoy them online.

  • Aurora Antarctic Expeditions
    Win a trip to Antarctica

    Get into the spirit of Scott's Last Expedition by entering our Free Prize Draw to win a trip to Antarctica.

  • Drop into the Scott's Last Expedition shop
    Scott's Last Expedition shop

    Myriad gifts, trinkets, books and prints make up the fantastic Scott shop, a rewarding last stop on your exhibition visit.