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Discovery Point are hosting a Valentine’s themed tour on the RRS Discovery

Writer's picture: Andrew BatchelorAndrew Batchelor

Discovery Point are hosting a Valentine’s themed tour of the RRS Discovery on Valentine’s Day.


The historic ship which sits at the heart of Dundee’s waterfront will be hosting the event on the evening of Valentine’s Day and will allow visitors to step aboard the Discovery after dark.


With the theme of Valentine’s, the event will look at the romances of some of the crew of the Discovery, from the likes of Captain Scott, Ernest Shackleton and Edward Wilson who sent their wives letters from aboard the Discovery.


The event will “uncover the love lives of some of the men who sailed aboard the Discovery.


It will explore the stories of chance meetings, to venturing to the coldest place on Earth just weeks after being wed.


Dundee Heritage Trust are promising a great night out for family and friends, Valentine’s and Galentine’s! Speaking about the event, they said “expect stories filled with thrills, wonder and emotion.”


Tour: Love Aboard the Discovery

When: 14 February, 5.30pm - 8.30pm

Where: Discovery Point and RRS Discovery

Cost: £20pp (includes tour and welcome drink)



 

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