Chris Packham bringing new tour to The Anvil, Basingstoke

The naturalist, broadcaster, author and conservationist will take to the stage at The Anvil on Tuesday, November 17.

For almost four decades, Packham has inspired UK audiences through his innovative work on shows like The Really Wild Show, Springwatch, Inside Our Autistic Minds, and Earth.

Chris Packham is bringing his new tour to Basingstoke. (Image: file)

His latest venture, Chris Packham's World of Wonder: A Planet on the Edge, promises an evening filled with celebration of wildlife, curiosity and a pressing call to protect the planet.

Packham will share stories from his lifetime of dedication to nature, taking the audience on a journey from his childhood bedroom, filled with feathers, skulls and jars of tadpoles, to unforgettable experiences and wild adventures that have shaped his remarkable career.

The show is described as being part memoir and part call to action, offering a rare and personal insight into the experiences that have driven Packham's commitment to conservation and environmental change.

As well as stories from behind the camera, the audience will have the chance to discover extraordinary specimens from Packham's own collection, and learn about practical ways everyone can make a meaningful difference in what is described as a critical moment for the planet.

The evening promises to be alive with humour, honesty and discovery.

Chris Packham's World of Wonder: A Planet on the Edge is an evening for those fascinated by the creatures of our world, and those who believe in the possibility of saving the world.

Packham's television career began in the 1980s, when he became a familiar face to many through The Really Wild Show, before going on to front acclaimed programmes including Springwatch, Earth, and a number of landmark wildlife documentaries for the BBC and beyond.

In addition to his broadcasting work, Packham is a passionate advocate for environmental causes, biodiversity protection and animal welfare.

In February 2023, he presented Inside Our Autistic Minds, a two-part BBC documentary that delved into the experiences of autistic people and helped to deepen public understanding of autism.

The series was widely praised for its honesty, insight and emotional impact.

Through his television work, writing, photography, live appearances, and activism, Packham continues to inspire audiences to connect with, value and protect the natural world.

Tickets for Chris Packham's World of Wonder: A Planet on the Edge are on sale now and can be bought from anvilarts.org.uk/events/chris-packham.