UK Antarctic Heritage Trust celebrates 30th anniversary
The UK Antarctic Heritage Trust, based at the British Antarctic Survey on the Cambridge Campus in Madingley Road, cut a special Antarctica-inspired cake to mark its 30th anniversary.
The event took place on Monday, July 31. Camilla Nichol, CEO of the trust, described the anniversary as a “real milestone moment”, adding: “On the day we were joined by friends and colleagues at the British Antarctic Survey (BAS) and together about 100 of us celebrated our 30th birthday and indulged in a delicious cake to mark the occasion.
“It was a special moment to share with current BAS colleagues about how we care for their ‘origin story’ if you like and that the legacy of those who went before is a strong inspiration for all of us who work in Antarctica today.”
On the Trust reaching its 30th anniversary, Camilla said: “I can’t help but feel a sense of pride and gratitude for the journey we've taken.
“It’s a testament to the dedication and hard work of our team, supporters, donors and partners who have tirelessly strived to preserve and share our rich heritage in Antarctica.
“It’s been a humbling and exciting privilege to lead this remarkable organisation for the past eight years. We do all we can to protect the six historic sites on the Antarctic Peninsula, as well as supporting the future protection of British heritage across Antarctica, including Endurance at the bottom of the Weddell Sea.
“We share stories of the explorers, scientists and conservationists who have braved one of the most challenging environments on Earth over more than two centuries. Here’s to the next 30 years of preserving and celebrating this precious place!”
What does the Trust hope to achieve in the next 30 years? “In the next 30 years, we will continue to conserve our heritage in Antarctica while working hard to inspire future generations whose continued responsibility it will be to care for this precious wilderness,” replied Camilla.
“Building on our 30-year legacy of celebrating extraordinary stories from the South Polar regions, we will shine a spotlight on a more diverse range of stories and perspectives on Antarctica.
“From revealing hidden tales, capturing history in the making to exploring our scientific heritage in Antarctica and the impact this is having on us all today.
“Adapting to a warmer, wetter, stormier climate on the Antarctic Peninsula and protecting fragile heritage in the face of such change is – and will continue to be – one of our greatest challenges.”
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For more information on the UK Antarctic Heritage Trust, go to ukaht.org.
