RENOWNED explorer and adventurer Sir Ranulph Fiennes delighted RGS Worcester students and staff with a captivating talk on his extraordinary adventures around the world.
Students were given the opportunity to ask Sir Ranulph questions including what was the next frontier for him, how he obtained intelligence on other expeditions heading for the same goal and the importance of education in preparing him for his adventures.
Sir Ranulph also signed copies of his books Cold, Heat and Beyond the Limits which offer a vivid account of his incredible expeditions.
At the age of 72, Sir Ranulph is currently undertaking a new record-breaking attempt to complete the ‘Global Reach Challenge’ and become the first person to have crossed both polar ice caps and climbed the highest mountain on all seven continents.
In doing so, he will be aiming to reach raise £20 million for the cancer charity, Marie Curie.
RGS head boy Ben Thomson, who recently visited the Himalayas with the school said: “The Guinness Book of Records describes Sir Ranulph as ‘the world’s greatest living explorer’. However, the humorous and self-effacing way that he describes his amazing achievements made us feel that realising our ambitions is achievable for everyone.”
Headmaster John Pitt said: “Sir Ranulph gave a truly memorable talk which I am sure has opened the minds of our pupils.
“He is a very rare talent: a speaker who can captivate an audience by his delivery as well as by his extraordinary experiences.
“His achievements are staggering and his resilience, determination and courage are a true inspiration to us all.”
RGS will be opening its doors to prospective parents and pupils for an open day on Saturday (October 8). Call 01905 613391 to book a place on the tour.
