Debrief Adventure Festival, where adventure gets unpacked.

An evening for people who enjoy the outdoors, adventure, chasing challenge, and curiosity - and the people who enjoy hearing about it from somewhere more comfortable. 

Debrief brings together our local adventure community, from people who enjoy a stroll in the woods, to experienced trail athletes, and everyone in-between. for inspiring talks, good conversation, clubs, causes, and shared experiences.

• Event Info

  Short, punchy sessions from people doing remarkable things outdoors:

  Bert Park |  International Expedition Leader and lifelong educator. 
  Jason Alexander |  Environmentalist, founder of @rubbishwalks & curator of the Vintage Litter Museum
  Dan Clark | Ultra trail runner talking racing, endurance, and UTMB

  Debrief Session:
  A longer deep-dive talk Natasha Sones
  Reflecting on the Cold Water Swimming World Championships, marathon SUP events, and adventure storytelling. Natasha will also have books available on the night.

  Also happening

  • Adventure themed prop-box photo booth
  • Community kit-swap hosted by Roots Community - ideal if you're looking to try out a new activity! 
  • Local outdoor clubs, charities, and causes - offering Free Trials and sign-ups. 
  • Competitions, giveaways, and prizes
  
  and of course, as if you needed it, much more! 

  Founded in 2025, this is our second Debrief Adventure Festival, a growing community of adventure and the outdoors. 

  Follow updates, speaker announcements, and participating organisations:
  @debriefadventurefestival
  debriefadventurefestival.online

  Time: 6pm - 10pm
  Venue: The Church, Ipswich
  Ages: 14+ (14-17s must be accompanied by an adult)
  Tickets: £12+bf

  Accessibility: There is step-free access into the venue and the bar / accessible toilet / venue are all on one floor.  For further information, please email info@brightenthecorners.co.uk so we can make your visit as comfortable as possible.

• Running Order

  18:45–19:10 — Talk 1: Bert Park, International Expedition Leader
  19:15–19:40 — Talk 2: Jason Alexander, Environmentalist
  20:00–20:45 — The Debrief: Natasha Sones (Cold Water World Championships & coast-to-coast SUP challenge)
  21:15–21:45 — Talk 3: Dan Clark, Ultra Running (The Spine)