Julia Bradbury’s Wonders of the Frozen South

HX Expeditions is proud to announce a new television partnership with ITV. The three-part documentary series, Julia Bradbury’s Wonders of the Frozen South, will air on ITV1 at 12.45pm on February 15th, February 22nd and March 1st.

Following each broadcast, viewers will be able to experience every episode right here on this page, bringing the wonders of the Frozen South even closer to home.

The series follows Julia Bradbury on a remarkable 23-day expedition itinerary through the Southern Ocean, travelling to some of the world’s most remote and awe-inspiring regions, including the Falkland Islands, South Georgia and Antarctica.

Sailing aboard HX Expeditions’ purpose-built expedition ship MS Fram, Julia journeys from the tip of South America, encountering dramatic landscapes, rare wildlife and resilient communities shaped by one of Earth’s harshest environments.

Each episode focuses on a distinct destination, with the first episode set in the Falkland Islands, the second travelling to the wildlife-rich island of South Georgia, and the final episode culminating in Antarctica itself.

From vast ice fields and towering glaciers to windswept coastlines and polar seas, Julia explores the wildlife and delicate ecosystems of these regions, learning from the scientists and specialists dedicated to understanding and protecting these extreme environments.

“Sailing to the Frozen South is like entering another world – one that’s beautiful, humbling and ever so powerful. To experience this raw, wild landscape is a once in a lifetime opportunity and one that I can’t wait to share with ITV viewers.”

- Julia Bradbury

Join Julia as she explores the rolling green hills of the remote Falkland Islands, where penguin colonies and soaring albatross thrive. This fascinating archipelago is filled with seamless horizons and white sands teeming with life, where grassy hills and wildflowers provide vast contrast to the whiteness of Antarctica to come.

Watch Episode 1 on ITVx here

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Watch Episode 1 on STV here

Discover why the Falklands are the perfect prelude to an unforgettable Antarctic adventure in our video below.

Affectionately named the ‘Serengeti of the Southern Ocean’ due to the abundance of wildlife that makes its home here, South Georgia is a special island few get to experience. Julia spends four days exploring this remarkable area – home to large colonies of penguins, seabirds and seals.

Watch Episode 2 on ITVx here

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Watch Episode 2 on STV here

Discover what makes this island a must-see in our video below.

After a few days spent at sea, Julia arrives in Antarctica. Nothing can prepare you for the first sight of Antarctica’s immense, frozen beauty. Icebergs, sculpted by nature, float in the straits. Gentoo, Chinstrap and Adélie Penguins watch from the shores. Countless seabirds wheel overhead. Nature is in charge here and Antarctica is the perfect end to Julia’s epic adventure with HX.

Watch the video below to discover more about the “Seventh Continent”.

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“It was a pleasure to welcome Julia on board with HX Expeditions and to share the navigational routes we operate through the Falkland Islands, South Georgia and Antarctica. These are regions we know intimately, and guiding guests safely through such remote waters is at the heart of what we do, combining experience, precision and a deep respect for the polar environment.”

“We had so much fun exploring the microscopic world together, and it’s incredible what scientific research in Antarctica can reveal about life in one of the most remote regions on Earth. I’m excited for that hidden world to be shared with audiences across the UK.”

"We hope ITV audiences come away with a real sense of what it’s like to work in these regions and develop the same appreciation for them that our expedition team has. From camping in Antarctica to spending time among the wildlife of South Georgia, these experiences shape how we explore, guide and protect some of the most remarkable places on Earth, and we’re proud to share this with ITV audiences."