RSGS Inspiring People Talk: David Hempleman-Adams: A Lifetime of Adventure
Wed 16 Sept · 15:15
University of Edinburgh
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A talk titled A Lifetime of Adventure by David Hempleman-Adams will be held on 16 September 2026 at the University of Edinburgh. The event explores his experiences battling elements and injuries during expeditions to harshest climates.
Battling against the elements in the harshest climates known to man, often steeling himself against illness and injury, Sir David Hempleman-Adams shares stories from his extraordinary lifetime of global expeditions. He is the living breathing personification of the idea that you should never let go of childhood dreams of adventure. Join Sir David who will share stories of over 40 years of extreme adventure, including the first person in history to reach all four poles and scale the highest peaks on all seven continents as well as the first person to make a hot air balloon flight across the Andean mountains.
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RSGS Inspiring People Talk: David Hempleman-Adams: A Lifetime of Adventure takes place on Wednesday, 16 September 2026 at 15:15.
RSGS Inspiring People Talk: David Hempleman-Adams: A Lifetime of Adventure is held at University of Edinburgh in Edinburgh (Old College South Bridge, Edinburgh South EH8 9YL).
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RSGS Inspiring People Talk: David Hempleman-Adams: A Lifetime of Adventure
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A talk titled A Lifetime of Adventure by David Hempleman-Adams will be held on 16 September 2026 at the University of Edinburgh. The event explores his experiences battling elements and injuries during expeditions to harshest climates.
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Battling against the elements in the harshest climates known to man, often steeling himself against illness and injury, Sir David Hempleman-Adams shares stories from his extraordinary lifetime of global expeditions. He is the living breathing personification of the idea that you should never let go of childhood dreams of adventure. Join Sir David who will share stories of over 40 years of extreme adventure, including the first person in history to reach all four poles and scale the highest peaks on all seven continents as well as the first person to make a hot air balloon flight across the Andean mountains.
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University of EdinburghOld College South Bridge, Edinburgh South EH8 9YL
Newington, Edinburgh
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When is RSGS Inspiring People Talk: David Hempleman-Adams: A Lifetime of Adventure?
RSGS Inspiring People Talk: David Hempleman-Adams: A Lifetime of Adventure takes place on Wednesday, 16 September 2026 at 15:15.
Where is RSGS Inspiring People Talk: David Hempleman-Adams: A Lifetime of Adventure taking place?
RSGS Inspiring People Talk: David Hempleman-Adams: A Lifetime of Adventure is held at University of Edinburgh in Edinburgh (Old College South Bridge, Edinburgh South EH8 9YL).
How much are tickets for RSGS Inspiring People Talk: David Hempleman-Adams: A Lifetime of Adventure?
Entry to RSGS Inspiring People Talk: David Hempleman-Adams: A Lifetime of Adventure is free.
How do I get tickets for RSGS Inspiring People Talk: David Hempleman-Adams: A Lifetime of Adventure?
Tickets for RSGS Inspiring People Talk: David Hempleman-Adams: A Lifetime of Adventure can be booked via rsgs.org using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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