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In Conversation with Steve Backshall

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7pm - 8pm : University of East Anglia (UEA), Lecture Theatre 1

Climate Change & Sustainability Headline Event Festival Highlights Nature & Environment Talk Wildlife and Animals

University of East Anglia, Norwich, NR4 7TJ

An unmissable event for nature enthusiasts!

BAFTA-winning wildlife expert, presenter and author, Steve Backshall MBE shares stories from his career to date, in this very special in conversation event with evolutionary biologist Professor Ben Garrod.

The pair will deep dive into some of Steve's most memorable wildlife encounters and the conservation work he feels so passionately about. Steve will also speak about his new memoir, Deep Blue, a love-letter to our precious oceans.

This event will include a book signing and Steve's book Deep Blue will be available for sale.

Tickets £20

Recommended for adults and ages 12+

Lecture Theatre 1, University of East Anglia

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    About Steve Backshall MBE

    Steve Backshall is a BAFTA award-winning wildlife expert, television presenter, author and speaker. He is best known for his captivating television career, including the phenomenally successful BBC series, Deadly 60, and his work on the seven-year BBC documentary project, Our Changing Planet.

    His passion for the natural world, combined with his daring and adventurous nature, continues to inspire audiences of all ages.

    About Professor Ben Garrod

    Ben Garrod is an evolutionary biologist, academic, broadcaster and author. He has written several books, covering a range of subjects including evolution to animal behaviour.

    He is known for his many appearances on TV and radio, having appeared alongside Sir David Attenborough and Professor Alice Roberts.

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