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Miles Hilton-Barber is recognised worldwide as the most accomplished blind adventurer, celebrated for pushing the limits of human potential. After losing his sight to Retinitis Pigmentosa, he refused to let blindness define his life. He went on to complete extraordinary feats, from flying a microlight from London to Sydney to setting a world record as the first blind man to break the sound barrier. He has climbed mountains, raced across deserts and polar ice, and dived in some of the world’s most extreme environments. Today, Miles inspires global audiences as a leading motivational speaker and humanitarian.

Miles’s journey of impact began after he lost his sight to Retinitis Pigmentosa in his early twenties. For years, he struggled to adjust, but at the age of 50, he made a life-changing decision to transform adversity into opportunity. From that moment, he embarked on a series of record-breaking adventures that would redefine what was possible for a blind person. Among his most celebrated feats, Miles became the first blind pilot to fly from London to Sydney in a microlight aircraft, covering nearly 21,000 kilometres in 55 days to raise funds for Seeing is Believing. He has climbed Mount Kilimanjaro, competed in the Sahara Desert Ultra Marathon, sledged across the Arctic, driven Formula One racing cars, and dived on shipwrecks in the Red Sea. He also set a world record as the first blind man to break the sound barrier, reaching over 1,000 miles per hour in a jet fighter.

In recognition of his achievements and humanitarian efforts, Miles was appointed as an ambassador for Seeing is Believing and ORBIS International, both dedicated to preventing blindness and restoring sight across developing nations. Over the years, he has also served on advisory and leadership boards for organisations promoting inclusion, accessibility, and mental resilience.

Miles’s commitment to service has earned him multiple awards, including honours from Rotary International, the Lions Club, and the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Scheme. Today, he continues to use his platform to raise funds for blindness-related causes and to inspire individuals worldwide to overcome life’s barriers with courage and purpose.

Miles’s remarkable story has been profiled by major outlets, including the BBC’s In Touch and Outlook, CNN’s Human Factor, and National Geographic Adventure. He has been featured in The Guardian and The Telegraph, sharing insights on blindness and resilience. Miles has contributed motivational essays to corporate journals and leadership magazines and is currently authoring his autobiography, Living Without Limits, documenting his record-breaking adventures and personal transformation.

Booking Miles guarantees an unforgettable, life-affirming experience that resonates with audiences of every background. His talks combine thrilling accounts of record-breaking adventures with powerful lessons on courage, mindset, and the importance of embracing change. Miles speaks with warmth and humour, using his blindness not as a limitation but as a lens through which to explore leadership, resilience, and the human spirit.

He has delivered keynote speeches at global conferences, corporate summits, and educational institutions, inspiring organisations such as Shell, IBM, and HSBC to challenge perceptions of what is possible. His TEDxWarwick talk, ‘A Blind Adventurer’s Outlook on Life‘, has received standing ovations for its authenticity and insight into overcoming adversity.

By booking Miles, event organisers secure more than an inspirational speaker; they bring in a world-class storyteller whose real-life experiences motivate audiences to confront challenges head-on, push boundaries, and live with renewed purpose and confidence.

To book Miles to speak at your event, call SpeakOut on +44 (0) 20 8914 8966. Alternatively, complete our contact form to begin your enquiry.

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“So, the event went really well. It was a new product launch to the sales team and we decided to have a dinner the evening before with a speaker. The idea was to really motivate, encourage and let the team know that anything is possible with the right mindset. Miles was perfect for this. We have not told the team we were having a speaker and so it came a surprise on the evening. Miles’ energy, enthusiasm and fantastic personality had everyone engaged and inspired. It really lifted the mood and got everyone geared up for the launch the next day. Miles took the time to have dinner with us, get to know about our team and business and answer questions, which had a great impact and made it a really powerful takeaway. We are using some of his inspirational quotes to keep the momentum going!” – Jade, Allergan

“Well thank you first of all. Miles’ talk has been ridiculously well received. In the room there was a lot of noise and laugher and some tears. I haven’t seen a reaction like that to a talk. There has been a lot of colleague conversation around it afterwards and people have been emailing in about how much they loved it. It has really resonated with people.” – Jack, American Express

“Miles was everything my office needed to hear and more. He was motivating, inspirational and made everyone laugh. Prior to the presentation, he spent over an hour with me on the phone to understand my company, how we work, and what we valued – he weaved all of this into his chat and made it very relatable – I truly appreciated this extra touch. It was an evening we will not soon forget.” – Laura, Bamfunds

“Miles was Amazing .. everyone loved him! We found out that he was going to Amersham after our event and he wondered whether anyone could help him to London Bridge Station so that he could catch a train. As a testament to how highly he was thought of by our team, our UK Vice President, Alex,  authorised a car to pick him from the event and take him to his destination (cost to us £400). I did tell him off afterwards for making my mascara run during his talk …. Alex fought hard not to squeeze out a tear also.” – Yvonne, Executive Assistant

“That was a really inspirational talk this afternoon, it’s definitely made me think more about my attitude towards life and helped put things into perspective. Thank you for taking the time to talk to us and all the best with your future adventures.” – BlackRock

“How can I thank you enough for your time on Tuesday this week at Black Rock to deliver your talk and spread your amazing positive empowering vibes? It was simply breath-taking and left us all speechless, although with huge smiles and good energy.” – Charlotte, BlackRock

“Everything went really well yesterday, and Charlotte and Miles were amazing.The event was a huge success and guests were tweeting live on the night with pics and videos. The insight and experiences of both Miles and Charlotte were fantastic and so inspirational. Miles was charming and very humbling, and his words me had me on the edge of tears through the night.” – Denise, Lloyds

“Miles was absolutely fantastic! He had us hanging on his every word for an hour, without even a thought to look at the time. We could have listened to him for the whole day. He was utterly inspiring and full of positive energy that definitely rubbed off on everyone listening. Even our AV technician commented that Miles’ talk was the best he’s ever listened to in all the time he’s been doing his job. Thanks for connecting us with Miles.” – Rachel, iQ Student Accommodation

The cost of hiring Miles Hilton-Barber depends on your event format, location, duration and any travel requirements. For an accurate and tailored quote, please contact a SpeakOut booking agent for expert guidance.