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Ice Patrol

A documentary series delves into the daily life and experiences of the Royal Navy's HMS Endurance, a ship tasked with patrolling the icy waters of Antarctica.

A journey to Antarctica on board HMS Endurance, the Royal Navy's ice patrol ship, carries enormous risks, including medical emergencies, maritime rescues, equipment failure, and treacherous weather and ice. The four-part series follows Royal Navy and British Antarctic Survey personnel on and off the ship during their four-month expedition.

Episodes:

Episode 1 Return to the Ice

1. Return to the Ice

Aired: Aug 3, 2009

As the Antarctic season begins, Captain Bob Tarrant passes the helm of the HM...

Episode 2 Frozen Worlds

2. Frozen Worlds

Aired: Aug 10, 2009

Captain Gavin Pritchard faces a series of challenges as engine problems, a se...

Info about Ice Patrol

Network: 5

Production Country: United Kingdom

Genres:Documentary