Meet the Maverick Storyteller: Damien Gabet Joins Armchair!

If curiosity had a rucksack, a wildly entertaining vocabulary, and a tendency to notice things most of us walk straight past, it would probably look a lot like Damien Gabet.

A travel writer, broadcaster, and professional wanderer, Damien has made a career out of turning journeys into stories that linger long after you’ve read them. He’s written for The Guardian, The Times, The Telegraph, Adventure.com, and a whole host of other publications, always with that signature mix of tongue-in-cheek intelligence, playful curiosity, and an eye for the wonderfully odd.

But Damien isn’t just about where he goes — it’s how he goes there, and what he notices along the way. Whether he’s tracing a centuries-old pilgrimage, uncovering a hidden corner of a city, or following threads of curiosity simply because they caught his attention, Damien’s storytelling feels unpredictable, funny, and always human.

This year at the Armchair Adventure Festival, we’re thrilled to welcome Damien to the stage, where he’ll bring unpredictable wisdom, laughter, and the kind of stories that remind us why we love to explore, ask questions, and pay attention to the world around us.

📍Come see Damien live at Armchair Adventure Festival (23rd - 26th July 2026)

If You Can’t Get Enough of Damien…

For anyone wanting a taste of Damien in action, here are a few treats:

• The Lucozade Challenge – Damien taking on an adventure with his trademark humour and curiosity. Watch it here

• A few of his standout articles:

  • Budget weekend in Oslo made us wish more cities were like Norway – Damien explores Oslo with his usual mix of wit, sharp observation, and delight in the quirky, proving that a city break can be both affordable and unforgettable.

  • A muddy ride into Romania’s dreamy countryside – From rolling hills to hidden villages, Damien’s cycling adventure captures the unexpected joys (and challenges!) of exploring Romania off the beaten track.

    
    

If you like your adventures with a twist of wit and a generous sprinkling of curiosity, Damien Gabet is exactly who you want to be following — and we can’t wait to see him on the Armchair stage!

📍 Mount Edgcumbe, Cornwall

📅 July 23–26, 2026

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