Helen Skelton
Transform audience engagement with Helen Skelton, speaker, adventure broadcaster and media personality. Helen works with organisations to inspire resilience and adventurous thinking, delivering compelling insights backed by record-breaking achievements and extensive BBC presenting experience.
Lake District, United Kingdom
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Helen joined Blue Peter in 2008 as its 33rd presenter. She became known for her adventurous spirit during her time on the show. In 2009, she was only the second woman to complete the Namibia Ultra Marathon and participated in the London Marathon shortly after, raising funds for Leonard Cheshire Disability. Her adventurous pursuits include climbing out of a moulin on an Alaskan glacier, competing against a world powerboat champion, and finishing sixth in the UK Women’s Downhill Skateboarding Championships.
In 2010, she kayaked 2,010 miles down the Amazon for Sport Relief, breaking the Guinness World Record for the longest solo kayak journey. Two years later, she completed a 500-mile trek to the South Pole, becoming the first person to reach the Pole by bicycle.
Helen has also reported on major BBC Radio Five Live events, including the London Marathon, the Epsom Derby, and the Wimbledon Championships. Recently, she became a regular host of the BBC’s daytime show Morning Live.
In addition to her work on Morning Live, Helen co-hosted Channel 5’s Dan & Helen’s Pennie Adventure with Dan Walker, where they explored the countryside and engaged in local activities. She also hosted On The Farm, sharing stories from rural life, and lent her voice to a new character, Anne Morris, in the animated series Fireman Sam. Her latest series, Lost and Found in the Lakes, features Helen leading a team of experts searching for lost treasures in the Lake District, reuniting them with their owners.
Helen is also an author, having published her debut book, In My Stride: Lessons Learned Through Life and Adventure. Beyond her media career, she has collaborated with brands such as Go Outdoors, Argos, Victoria Plum, and Lloyds Bank. She actively supports various charitable causes, including Mind Charity.
Topics, Sessions And Talks
Join Helen Skelton for an engaging conversation where she shares her experiences as a broadcaster and adventurer. She will discuss her journey through the media landscape, the challenges she has faced, and the lessons learned along the way. Attendees will gain insights into resilience, the importance of embracing new opportunities, and how to navigate personal and professional growth in a dynamic environment. Don't miss this chance to learn from Helen's inspiring story.
Looking for a custom keynote or workshop designed around your company’s goals and culture? The expert will create a tailored, interactive session that aligns with your objectives, values, and strategic priorities. From leadership and innovation to wellbeing and collaboration, each experience is built from the ground up to deliver measurable impact and lasting change.
Featured Projects
In My Stride: Lessons Learned Through Life And Adventure
Wild Girl: How To Have Incredible Outdoor Adventures
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