Sir Tim Smit KBE is best known for ‘discovering’ and restoring Cornwall’s ‘The Lost Gardens of Heligan’ with John Nelson, which is now one of the UK’s best-loved gardens. Sir Tim is also Executive Vice-Chair and Co-founder of the multi-award-winning Eden Project in Cornwall. Sir Tim is also Executive Co-Chair for Eden Project International which aims to have an Eden Project on every habited continent by 2025.
Eden has contributed over £1.7 billion to the Cornish economy and is proud of its success in changing people’s perception of the potential for and application of science by communicating and interpreting scientific concepts through art, drama, and storytelling. It also lives up to its mission to take a pivotal role in local regeneration. It demonstrates that sustainability is not about sandals and nut cutlets but about good business practices and the citizenship values of the future.
Want to book Tim Smit for your next event?
Email tim.smit@getapeptalk.com, and one of our speaker agents will contact you within hours to confirm availability and fees. If you can, please include your budget upfront – it helps us fast-track your request. It’s also helpful to know the date, format (virtual or in-person), location, and a bit about your audience.
Please note: we can only assist with speaking requests. For anything else, we recommend reaching out to Tim Smit directly.
What topics does Tim Smit specialise in?
Tim Smit specialises in talking about gardening, sustainability, science communication and more.
What is Tim Smit's speaking style like?
Sir Tim Smit passionately promotes sustainability, exemplified by his commitment to walking to events. His work at the Eden Project and The Lost Gardens of Heligan showcases his dedication to environmental advocacy. AI summary based on real event feedback.
Does Tim Smit offer virtual speaking engagements?
Yes, Tim Smit offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.