Gordon Buchanan - In The Hide

Acclaimed wildlife filmmaker and BBC presenter Gordon Buchanan MBE comes to Tring Book Festival with his *Sunday Times* bestselling memoir, In the Hide: How the Natural World Saved My Life. Famous for filming polar bears, snow wolves, and big cats in Earth's most extreme environments, Gordon shares the story behind his 30-year career. Discover how a childhood in Dumbarton and Mull led to a life in nature—and how wild spaces provided escape, solace, and mental health healing.


Date	Thursday 12^th November 2026
Time	7:30 PM
Doors Open	7:00 PM
Venue	The Dembe Theatre (Formerly The Court Theatre)

Standard Ticket - No Book	£20.00
Standard Ticket and Signed Copy of In The Hide	£29.00
Members earn 5 points per ticket

About the Book: In the Hide

Gordon Buchanan MBE is one of the world's most renowned natural history cameramen, spending over three decades bringing the planet's wildest creatures to our screens. From surviving polar bear attacks in Svalbard to tracking snow wolves in Ellesmere, equine therapy in Mongolia, and leopards in Mumbai, his dedication requires weeks inside cramped camera hides, enduring extreme conditions for a single extraordinary shot.

In the Hide is an emotionally honest, raw, and wryly humorous account of Gordon's journey—from a challenging childhood in Dumbarton and Mull to becoming a bold voice in nature writing. It reveals how the natural world provided a sanctuary from personal trauma, showing how wilderness can offer resilience, hope, and mental health recovery.

About Gordon Buchanan

Gordon Buchanan MBE is an award-winning Scottish wildlife filmmaker, photographer, and beloved BBC presenter. His camera work has featured on flagship series including Planet Earth, Frozen Planet, and Big Cats 24/7. He has fronted hit natural history programs such as Elephant Family & Me, Wild Horses & Me, and is a regular presenter on Springwatch and Winterwatch.

He was awarded an MBE in 2020 for services to conservation and wildlife filmmaking.