Phil Banfield

Hi, I'm Phil, I am a outdoor fanatic, and have adventured around the world, from living for 3 months in the bush in Zimbabwe in a tent to leading walks once month in The Surrey Hills. I am a North Down Way Amabassador and Mountain Leader. I have been involved in Explorers Connect for over 10 years, including leading Explorers Connect Photography Tours in the great outdoors. I have brought up my kids (now teenagers) to live outdoors and am pleased to say they are active and have convinced me to take them to Scotland this summer! I am a keen cyclist, runner, hiker and skier!

What is your interest or experience of adventure for mental health or wellbeing?

I have take many people outside for lowland walks and mountain summits and belief that the power of adventure and a connection with nature increases confidence through experiential validation. I grew up with a mother who suffered severly with depression and mental health issues, my preventative medicine has always to get outside for an adventure, such as a walk, a camping trip or an expedition!

How can you help us spread the word about AdventureMind’s mission?

I mainly work with the business community and I would like to spread the word through the experiences that I run with small business owners and larger organisations.