Charley Boorman - Speaker

Charley Boorman is a modern adventurer, travel writer, and entertainer. His engaging approach to challenges has attracted a large TV and literary audience. Although he has travelled extensively since childhood, he spent much of his youth in Wicklow, Ireland. 

His acting career began early, influenced by his father, the renowned film director John Boorman. Charley appeared in "Deliverance" and continued acting in various projects. He met Ewan McGregor, who became his co-adventurer in the "Long Way Round" and "Long Way Down" series.

In 2004, Charley and Ewan embarked on "Long Way Round," a motorcycle journey from London to New York through Europe and Asia. This series gained worldwide acclaim and became a bestseller. During this time, Charley also became a UNICEF ambassador, visiting numerous projects featured in his shows. He participated in the Dakar rally, which led to the "Race to Dakar" series. Although he did not finish due to injuries, he supported his teammate Simon Pavey, and the show was well-received.

In 2007, Charley and Ewan undertook "Long Way Down," travelling from John O’Groats in Scotland to Cape Town, South Africa. Ewan's wife joined part of the journey, adding complexity, but Charley embraced the situation, demonstrating that adventure is accessible to everyone.

In 2008, Charley set off on a solo journey titled "By Any Means," starting in Wicklow and ending in Sydney, Australia. He travelled using various local transport methods, including boats and elephants. The following year, he continued this adventure focusing on motorbikes, riding from Sydney to Tokyo and inviting fellow bikers to join him along the way.

Today, Charley has produced numerous adventure travel shows and was a runner-up in Celebrity MasterChef. Charley's cheeky, energetic nature makes him enjoyable to be around and always ready to engage with fans.