Halley 70 Year Celebration - 2026

Friday 9th - Sunday 11th October 2026
Northampton Town Centre Hotel
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An event to mark 70 years from the founding of the base at Halley Bay, Antarctica, on 6th January 1956 by the Royal Society International Geophysical Year Expedition, following on from the successful 50th (Z-50) and 60th (Z-60) anniversary celebrations.


Organising Committee

The members of the committee are:
  • John Blunn
  • Gordon Devine (Chairman)
  • Alex Gaffikin
  • Andy Smith
  • Tony Wincott
  • Jess Walkup


28 April 2024
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