Lectures and Speaking

Next Appearances:

Wednesday 13th May 2026, Launch of ‘First on Everest: The Life of Howard Somervell’ – In conversation with travel journalist and broadcaster Simon Calder at Hatchards, Piccadilly, London. RSVP and get your ticket here.

Saturday 8th June 2024, ‘The Mallory and Irvine Mystery 100 Years On‘ – Royal Geographical Society, London. Buy Tickets Here. All proceeds go towards the Himalayan Trust.

Tuesday 11th June 2024. ‘High Latitude Sailing’ [MEMBERS ONLY] Royal Thames Yacht Club, London. View details here.

Graham speaking

Previous Appearances:

Graham has lectured on the subject of Mount Everest and his various books at venues including:

  • The Smithsonian in Washington DC
  • The Alpine Club, London
  • The Royal Geographical Society in London
  • Ludgrove School, England to the Royal princes
  • Shrewsbury School
  • The Kendal Mountain Literary Festival
  • Oakham School
  • Pinewood School
  • The Dorchester Literary Festival
  • At the Duke of Edinburgh’s Gold Award Ceremony at St James’ Palace
  • The Cheltenham Literary Festival (see backstage video here, courtesy of Waterstones)

He has also chaired debates at the Festival of Mountaineering Literature.

He often gives talks to schools and at community events. He is currently after-dinner speaking about “Seven Seas, Seven Summits” and his latest books. To book Graham for your event, contact info@grahamhoyland.com.