Archives

The Institute's Thomas H Manning Polar Archive holds one of the largest collections of manuscript and other unpublished material relating to British activity in the Arctic and Antarctic regions, and to many persons who have lived and worked there.

Our collection

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Using the archive

Visitor information, research and reprographic services

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Adding to our collection

Information for potential donors and depositors

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Book a research visit

Access to the archive is by prior appointment only. Reserve a desk here.

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Search the archive catalogue

Parts of our catalogue are searchable online.

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Contact us

Contact us if you have any questions.

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