Ranulph Fiennes

Best known for crossing both the Arctic and Antarctic and conquering both poles he also completed the gruelling Marthaon des Sables at the age of 71. His contagious passion and captivating story-telling style make him one of the best speakers available anywhere.

Ranulph Fiennes’ Awards, Accolades, Achievements & Honours

• The only living man to have travelled the Earth’s circumpolar axis
• The only person to have received a double-clasp Polar Medal for exploration in the Arctic and Antarctica
• The oldest Briton to reach the summit of Mount Everest
• The oldest Briton to complete the Marathon des Sables
• First to successfully reach both Poles (with Charles Burton)
• First to cross the Antarctic and Arctic Ocean (with Charles Burton)
• First and only circumnavigation of the world along its Polar Axis (with Charles Burton)

Extreme dedication, discipline and determination have enabled Sir Ranulph to become the successful explorer he is today, qualities he shares with his audience as he leads them through his adventurous life. Frequently humorous, often inspired and always approachable, Fiennes motivates teams and organisations to achieve their goals.

Sir Ranulph has set numerous record-breaking expeditions in some of the world’s most inhospitable environments. Best known for his expeditions to the Arctic and Antarctic, Fiennes is an adventurer whose dedication and passion have led him to reach both poles, circumnavigate the world’s Polar Axis and to reach the summit of Everest at the age of 65. His experiences and adventures make him one of the most engaging and captivating speakers you could choose. In 1984, the Daily Telegraph named him as one of the top 10 speakers in the world.

He has worked with JP Morgan, British Airways and BT; he has been selected as chief Motivation by both IBM New York and AMWAY.

His accolades, too numerous to list in full include;

• Founder’s Medal, National Geographic Society
• The World’s Greatest Living Explorer, Guinness Book of Records
• Double Clasp Polar Medal
• UK’s Top Celebrity Fundraiser Just Giving
• Above and Beyond Award – Marie Curie
• Greatest Briton Award for Sport – ITV
• Oldie of the Year Award, The Oldie magazine