Those Who Ventured to the Unknown

Television star and author James May takes you on a journey through the remarkable history of world exploration in his live show Explorers: The Age of Discovery. The Top Gear and The Grand Tour star brings together stories of those who ventured into the unknown by land, sea, or sky, examining the people who pushed the boundaries of human understanding, the challenges they faced and the impact they've left on our world.

Covering a vast timeline all the way from early migrations and medieval navigation to polar expeditions, deep-sea ventures and the dawn of space travel, the show brings to light both well-known figures and the lesser-told stories. Brought to life in a fascinating show, come and discover the discoverers for yourself.