John Craven

John Craven

The Countryfile Magazine Area sponsored by Renault returns to BBC Gardeners' World Live for 2010 and is a must for all Countryfile fans. Along with his co-presenters, John will be appearing on the Countryfile Magazine Stage to discuss the Great British Countryside and the wildlife that inhabits it, as well as issues relating to conservation and the environment. These talks on the are free to attend, so make sure you don't miss out! John will be on the stage at the times listed below, or click here to see the full timetable.

Biography

John Craven is perhaps best known these days for presenting Countryfile, which highlights rural and environmental issues and celebrates the British countryside. He joined Countryfile in 1989 after presenting the programme which first made him a household name, John Craven's Newsround.
For Countryfile, John reports from all corners of the British isles and mainland Europe. From exclusive reports on major concerns to items which reflect the joy and beauty of rural Britain, Countryfile is a weekly "must" for many viewers.

John has also presented the Christmas BBC One wildlife special Animal Sanctuary, from locations which have included Africa, Australia, California, Mauritius and Chile. He makes guest appearances on many tv and radio shows, from Shooting Stars to The News Quiz, and when not broadcasting is busy with corporate work, travel writing, speaking engagements and public appearances.

In the Millennium Honours, John was awarded the OBE for services to children's and rural broadcasting. In 1996, the Royal Television Society inducted him into its Hall of Fame and in 2002 presented him with its prestigious Baird Medal "in recognition of his outstanding contribution to television". In March, 2000, he was handed the big red book on This Is Your Life.

During his career, John and his programmes have won many awards including two BAFTAs and the TV Times Award. Among his honorary positions he is patron of The Whale and Dolphin Conservation Society and The Society for the Protection of Animals Abroad and vice-president of The Waterways Trust.