Bear Grylls, the British adventurer, has lent his support to VisitBritain’s ‘Home of Amazing Moments’ campaign to promote the incredible experiences that can only be had in Britain – and climbing the cliff face of Culver Down near Sandown has made it into his top 10.
Using #OMGB (Oh my GREAT Britain), the hashtag at the heart of VisitBritain’s international digital marketing drive, the campaign features images of amazing moments from across Britain’s nations and regions.
Bear Grylls has travelled the length and breadth of the country exploring the dramatic coastal and mountain terrain and shared his experiences of the landscape, animals and geology. Through his adventures he opens up magical moments on offer across Britain to inspire people to get out and explore the country.
Coming in at number 8 on his top 10, Bear says sea cliff climbing at Culver Downs was a foundation stone for his love of adventure.
Bear said:
“I used to run up to Yarborough Monument here when I was training for the military, and some of my earliest, fondest memories are of making boats and learning to climb with my dad on the sea cliffs. These were the foundation stones for all my love for adventure, and that closeness with him”.
VisitBritain Marketing Director Robin Johnson said:
“Britain is packed full of amazing moments and experiences. Bear’s top 10 moments showcase the sheer diversity of incredible, one-of-a-kind holiday experiences on offer, inspiring even more people to get out and enjoy new activities and destinations and spreading growth from tourism across the whole of the UK.”
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Bear added:
“We truly live in the most incredible country…spectacular and always beautiful…and it’s where I learnt so many of the skills I use on adventures around the world. I hope you enjoy this home that I am so proud of and share your amazing adventures in Britain using #OMGB.”
