Charlie Walker: Storyteller, Explorer & Author School Speakers

Discover the Books, Stories and Extraordinary Journeys of Explorer and Author Charlie Walker

Looking for an author for a school visit, author day, World Book Day, careers day or inspirational educational event? Charlie Walker is an award-winning explorer, author and adventure storyteller who brings extraordinary real-world experiences to your students.

Charlie’s expeditions across deserts, ice-covered landscapes and remote regions inspire his books, including On Thin Ice, Through Sand & Snow and On Roads That Echo. His engaging talks combine adventure, exploration, geography, literacy and personal development, inspiring pupils through stories of resilience, courage, curiosity, ambition, perseverance and overcoming challenges.

Perfect for primary and secondary schools, universities, graduation events, school assemblies, author days, World Book Day, Book Week, geography days, careers events, outdoor learning and enrichment programmes, Charlie’s sessions encourage pupils to dream bigger, embrace challenges and discover their potential.

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Charlie's Expeditions and Publications

'This almost insanely intrepid and dangerous trek in remotest Siberia is astonishing in itself. But it also brings invaluable experience of Russian reactions to the war against Ukraine. Altogether extraordinary' - Colin Thubron, author of The Amur River

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Inspiring Talks Based on Real World Expeditions

60,000+ Miles Under His Own Power — Charlie has travelled more than 60,000 miles by bicycle, foot, ski, kayak, horse and dugout canoe across some of the world’s most remote environments.
Four Years Around the World — A 43,000-mile bicycle expedition through 60 countries, crossing the Sahara twice and travelling through some of the most challenging regions on Earth.
Across the Gobi Desert — Charlie walked almost 1,000 miles solo across the remote Gobi Desert, battling extreme temperatures, isolation and some of the harshest terrain imaginable.
The Congo River — He travelled deep into the Congo, navigating remote tributaries by dugout canoe through challenging jungle environments.
Papua New Guinea — Charlie crossed some of Papua New Guinea’s most remote terrain on foot and by paddle, encountering isolated communities and extraordinary landscapes.
Arctic Siberia — A 600-mile winter expedition through Siberia, camping in temperatures reaching -50°C before ultimately being arrested and detained by Russian authorities.
Europe–Asia Border Triathlon — Charlie completed a world-first 5,200-mile human-powered journey following the border between Europe and Asia.
West Africa — More recently, Charlie cycled 4,000 miles through 12 countries, continuing his exploration of remote regions and the people who live there.

Cost

Please contact us below to obtan a quote. Please kindly note that we charge for all events and are unable to attend for free.

Testimonials

"Charlie is an excellent speaker and his talk was perfectly targeted at the audience – keeping 250 13-18 year olds enthralled on a Friday evening was a challenge he was well-equipped to meet! His engaging manner, entertaining anecdotes and self-deprecating humour only serve to highlight the impressive nature of his journey and the trials and challenges he has overcome during his travels. An inspirational evening."

Milton Abbey School, Dorset, Organiser

"It was brilliant to welcome Charlie back to Bryanston! He spoke with a real sense of passion and the audience instantly engaged with him. His journey was extraordinary and it has been lovely hearing students setting themselves ambitious challenges, as a result of his talk. Thank you so much for your visit, we look forward to seeing you again!"

Bryanston School, Dorset, Organiser

"Inspiring, motivating and energising are just a few of the words to describe Charlie's lecture. He spoke passionately about his astounding journey which took him into the Arctic, through the Himalayas and twice across the Sahara. Humorous about the difficulties of overcoming the language barrier with the thousands of people he encountered on his journey, he spoke grippingly about digging deep to keep motivated, especially when facing -45°C weather, malaria and frostbite. Charlie held the audience's attention constantly."

Gordonstoun School, Scotland, Organiser

"Students and teachers alike found his tales of adventure engrossing, entertaining and downright inspiring. A particular highlight were Charlie's stories from China and his escapades in Tibet, delivered with great humour despite the peril they involved!"

Harrow International School, Beijing, Organiser

Requirements

A computer/laptop with projector/interactive whiteboard or smart screen with sound enabled. If you cannot provide this, please advise us in advance.

Event Days

Earth Day, International Literacy Day, Olympics, Sports Day, World Book Day

Available Regions

This service is available internationally

Anywhere in England

Anywhere in Northern Ireland

Anywhere in Scotland

Anywhere in Wales

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