Rebecca Hosking is an award-winning environmental advocate, BBC wildlife filmmaker, regenerative farmer, and ecotherapist. As a keynote speaker, she blends scientific insight with heartfelt storytelling, inspiring audiences to reconnect with the natural world. One of her most influential achievements was leading the campaign that made Modbury the first plastic bag-free town in Europe, a ground-breaking initiative that sparked a global movement towards reducing plastic waste.
Raised on a farm in South Devon, Rebecca’s early life was steeped in nature and wildlife, thanks to her parents’ deep love for the natural world. This upbringing laid the foundations for her future career. After studying natural history, she began working as a BBC wildlife filmmaker, quickly making her mark as one of the first women in the world to film for Sir David Attenborough’s iconic BBC series. Rebecca’s documentaries took her across the globe, where she captured intimate and powerful stories about the planet’s most extraordinary wildlife, using film as a tool to inspire environmental awareness and change.
Throughout her career, Rebecca has consistently broken new ground in environmental advocacy. She produced the BBC’s first documentary exposing the dangers of marine plastic pollution, bringing the issue to mainstream attention long before it was widely recognised. In 2007, she spearheaded the successful campaign that led Modbury to become Europe’s first plastic bag-free town, an initiative that gained international attention and ultimately earned her an MBE for services to environmental sustainability. In 2009, Rebecca produced Farm for the Future, the BBC’s first documentary on energy dependency in British farming, which examined the critical links between agriculture, fossil fuels, and climate change. Motivated by her findings, she retired from filmmaking and returned home to transform her family’s farm into one of the UK’s first regenerative farms. Today, Rebecca continues her pioneering work as an ecotherapist, focusing on the profound ways that nature impacts human wellbeing.
Organisations and event planners looking for an insightful and inspiring speaker will find Rebecca Hosking’s keynotes both thought-provoking and practical. She speaks on urgent topics such as climate change, biodiversity loss, regenerative agriculture, and ecotherapy. Her talks reveal how a deeper connection with nature can reduce stress, build resilience, spark creativity, and foster meaningful change in people’s lives and workplaces. Whether presenting virtually or in person, Rebecca captivates audiences with her engaging style, stunning photography, and practical wisdom. She leaves attendees feeling informed, motivated, and empowered to make a positive difference in the world.
In July 2020, Booking Agent, Katie Clarke (virtually) sat down with Rebecca and discussed all things wildlife, the environment, and her inspirations. Read our exclusive interview with Rebecca today.
Rebecca Hosking's official speaker topics include:
- Anyone Can Be the Change
- Working with Nature within Business
- Ecological Living
- Regenerative Farming
- Biodiversity (International Day for Biological Diversity)
- Environment (World Environment Day)
- Earth Day
- Sustainability and the Environment
- How to Personally Connect with Nature
- Nature Therapy for Well-being
- The Impact of Nature on Mental Health
- Mindfulness and Nature
- Healing through Ecotherapy
- Connecting with Nature for Personal Growth
- Creativity and Productivity through Nature Connection
- Benefits to Staff through Nature Connection
Official Feedback from In-Person & Virtual Events
FEEDBACK FROM VIRTUAL EVENTS & WEBINARS:
"Rebecca was a brilliant speaker. The photographs used in her talk were amazing and were masterfully blended into an engaging story about biodiversity that was tailored to our company. The feedback afterwards from the viewers was so positive - Mary, Ipsen
"Everyone loved the talk, thank you so much. Rebecca was fabulous. So interesting and a really engaging and useful conversation." - Lee, Lightsource BP
"We were thrilled to have Rebecca Hosking speak at our corporate Earth Day event! I met with Rebecca a few days ahead of the event and she was lovely: extremely professional and willing to tailor her speech and calls to action to relate most to our employees. What really resonated with us was how genuine she is and her passion for nature and true, actionable sustainability. She presents living proof that one person’s actions can inspire a community, and a community can inspire the world." - Sarah, Fusion Risk Management Inc
"Rebecca's presentation was nothing short of incredible. It was relevant, moving, heartbreaking yet the story unfolded into how Rebecca implemented change. These examples of climate optimism show how we can all make those differences that can spark real conversation and change within our communities. Rebecca didn't try to force the message, instead she showed how we can empower ourselves by learning about the problems and the impacts we make by our choices. We are already thinking on how we can bring Rebecca to Forest School to show more of her wisdom and knowledge." - Wayne, Forest School, Walthamstow
FEEDBACK FROM IN-PERSON EVENTS:
"Rebecca's ability to inspire and provoke thought left an indelible mark on all those fortunate enough to be in attendance. From the moment Rebecca took the stage, her passion and authenticity were palpable. She effortlessly commanded the attention of every person in the room, with her personal anecdotes and experiences. Her journey, filled with triumphs and challenges, served as a testament to the power of words and their ability to effect change." - Sadie, Tudor Hall School
"Rebecca spoke to our souls, evoking emotions leaving her audience not downhearted, but hopeful, inspired and motivated to right action. There is no better champion for the natural world" - Lynne, Devon Wildlife Trust
"Rebecca’s talk is engaging, personable and not to mention motivating. You will leave feeling inspired and ready to make a change to your everyday living by stripping back to basics and being mindful of consumption."- Anna, ThirdWay Group
“Rebecca is a wonderful natural storyteller, with a wealth of experience and expert knowledge, she’s engaging, current and brings a fascinating perspective to the subject in a captivating way to the listeners."- Anna, Plastic Free Salcombe
"We were very impressed by the quality of Rebecca’s presentation. So much relevant & interesting detail supported by good visuals, facts & enthusiasm"- Andy, Blackdown Hills Farming and Woodland Group
"Rebecca is a consummate storyteller with a unique combination of all the skills, capacity and experience to inspire and enthral her listeners and audience." - Patrick, Sustainable Food Trust
"I invited Rebecca to speak to a large audience, introducing a new subject, and she not only was visionary and inspiring, she delivered both solid facts and entertained." - Maddy, Permaculture Magazine
"Rebecca Hosking is many things – filmmaker, photographer, farmer, writer, campaigner, naturalist. But, above all, she is an outstanding communicator. Based on her varied career, she tells stories that constantly engage and inspire. And she tells them with such charm and good humour that she connects instantly with her audience. It is a delight to listen to her and learn from her." - Kevin, RSPB Council
"Rebecca has been and is one of our most valued speakers. She is a marvellously original thinker – and, even more to the point, a doer. The farm that she established in Devon is truly a pioneer project. Rebecca is also an excellent communicator, a clear and engaging speaker – and, of course, she knows of what she speaks." - Colin, Oxford Real Farming Conference.
“Rebecca had an incredible store of anecdotes, and an absolute gift for storytelling and for explaining complex theories and ideas in a simple way. She made you understand difficult environmental issues, stretched your thinking, changed your life and made you laugh at the same time." - Sarah, South Hams Society
"Rebecca is such a find! Thank you so much for the recommendation. It was such a well-paced, well-researched and beautifully presented talk. Rebecca was so comprehensive and helpful there were no questions at the time." – Karen, VoucherCodes
"Rebecca's talk was great, she was so engaging and the pupils absolutely loved hearing about her experience working as a videographer. Her extensive knowledge of the ecological world was superb and her Q&A was equally brilliant - there wasn't a question she didn't know the answer to." - Francesca, Kings College
- 2010 – Transformed her family farm into one of the UK’s first regenerative farms, pioneering sustainable agricultural practices
- 2009 – Produced Farm for the Future, the BBC’s first documentary on energy dependency in British farming
- 2008 – Awarded an MBE for services to environmental sustainability
- 2007 – Led the campaign to make Modbury the first plastic bag-free town in Europe, inspiring a global movement
- 2006 – Produced the BBC’s first documentary exposing the dangers of marine plastic pollution, raising international awareness
- Early 2000s – Became one of the first women to film for Sir David Attenborough’s iconic BBC series, capturing wildlife stories worldwide
- 1990s – Established a successful career as a BBC wildlife filmmaker, travelling the globe to document stories of nature and conservation
How to hire Rebecca Hosking
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