HC Talk Series: The First Ascent of Nanga Parbat’s Mazeno

The First Ascent of Nanga Parbat’s Mazeno - An entertaining and inspirational talk by Sandy Allan. An epic account of the first ever ascent of one of the last challenges of the Himalayas – Nanga Parbat's 8,126m Mazeno Ridge – achieved in the Summer of 2012 by Alexander (Sandy) Allan and Rick Allen. In this fantastic talk, Sandy will speak about the vital training and experience they first gained in Scotland, the Alps and other Himalayan mountains that allowed them to take on and achieve this monumental task. Join us for this fantastic visual presentation, talk and audience Q&A with Sandy. Sandy Allan is well renowned and respected throughout the climbing world for his daring and epic first ascents. A qualified IFMGA Mountain Guide and Rope Access Specialist, Sandy has an impressive resume that includes notable ascents throughout Europe, the Himalayas and Karakoram. For their first ascent of the Mazeno Ridge, Sandy and his climbing partner Rick Allen were awarded the prestigious Piolet d’Or in 2013. This event is part of our Highland Cinema ‘Special Talk Series 2026’. If you have a topic or subject you will like to see covered in a future series - or if you’re interested in giving a talk yourself - please get in touch! Email us info@highlandcinema.co.ukPT1H40MU2026-02-04
Sandy Allan
HC Talk Series: The First Ascent of Nanga Parbat’s Mazeno"HC Talk Series: The First Ascent of Nanga Parbat’s Mazeno"

Showtimes

February 4, 8:00 pm

Highland Cinema