Dr Mathew Upton from Plymouth University will give an illustrated talk on Antarctica, with a description of a research visit. In January 1997, he travelled by boat from Uruguay to the British Antarctic Survey Halley

Base on the Brunt Ice Shelf in the Weddell Sea. The reason for his visit was to set up a research lab to detect human contamination in the pristine environment surrounding the base. He will touch briefly on the

science side of the trip, but mostly he will talk about the sights and animals seen on the journey to the base and back to Falkland Islands.

 Monthly general meeting of the Ivybridge U3A at The Watermark from 2-4pm. New and potential members welcome.

Retired or no longer working full time? Keen to meet people, learn new things, have new experiences? Ivybridge U3A could be just what you are looking for! U3A provides an opportunity to make new friends and join a wide range of interest groups that combine education, creativity and leisure in a fun and friendly environment. New and potential members welcome. For further info ring the Membership Secretary on 01364 724700 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or see www.ivybridge-U3A.org.uk.