About this event

Ian Woodall is one of a select few to have climbed Everest by both its south and north sides.

During his first ascent from the south, Ian's team were trapped at 24 000ft in the worst storm in Everest history, which claimed the lives of eight fellow climbers.
They finally reached the summit as the only ones left on the mountain.

Two years later while attempting the north side of Everest Ian stopped only a few hundred metres below the summit to try and help a dying American climber. Ultimately Ian had to leave her to secure the safety of his own team.

Nine years later Ian returned to 26 000ft on the north side of Everest to bury the woman he had been forced to leave behind.

About the speaker

Ian has served as an officer in the British Army. He now uses his Mt Everest experience to promote the values of personal inspiration and practical leadership.

Visitors welcome

Programme

17:30 - Tea/coffee/biscuits available in the Staff bar
18:15 - Start