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In 2023, the Alpine Club commissioned a film to revisit the history of Everest, from the realisation that it was the highest peak in the world in 1852 to its impact on Nepal today. Using historical film footage from John Noel, images from the early expeditions, and commentary from cultural historians and mountaineers, including Rebecca Stephens and Sir Chris Bonington, the film explores the significance of our fascination with the earth’s highest peak 100 after the disappearance of Mallory and Irvine in 1924. Produced by an all Cumbrian team, this special film screening will include an intro and Q & AAs the film highlights the perspective of both the climbers and Nepalese people involved, we are delighted to welcome to Rheged, Everest Climber Krish Thapa ( Ex Ghurka & SAS) who in conversation with Matt Sharman (Expedition leader and film maker) will reflect back on the film as well as discussing the issues around Everest today. With courage and optimism Krish brings a Nepalese perspective, and invites us to reflect on what the mountain can teach us about our own lives, about the respect nature deserves and the call to adventure, these landscapes inspire
Krish is a world class high altitude mountaineer, ex SAS mountain leader & professional guide. Krish was the first of two Ghurka to pass selection into the British SAS, serving as head of the Mountain Troops. He has been at the front line in Iraq and Afghanistan in countless challenging situations. He was the first serving warrant officer to scale Mt Everest & K2. He has skied from the summits of Dhaulagiri and other 8000m expeditions. Krish is passionate about integrating ancient wisdom and philosophy into modern leadership and performance. Today he dedicates his life to supporting others to achieve their goals and transcend limitations.
All profits from the event will go to Krish Thapa’s chosen Nepalese charity, Sustainable Himalayan Foundation http://www.sustainablehimalayanfoundation.com/index.html
Our Gallery will stay open until 7pm so visitors can include this within their visit. £5 pp for adults | 16 years and under go free. Please note if you are staying for more than 5 hours you must input your car registration at the Deli desk
7.30pm | 2 hours (inc interval)
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Rheged Centre, Redhills, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0DQ Penrith, United Kingdom
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