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“It’s impossible to look down on Earth from space and not be mesmerised by the fragile beauty of our planet.”

 

“Don’t let anybody tell you that you can’t do something you’ve set your heart on.”

 

“Did spaceflight change my perspective? Absolutely. Did it change me as much as becoming a father did? Not even close.”

 

“Who knows where the inspiration that will carry someone onward for the rest of their life may come from? The possibilities are limitless.”

Tim Peake CMG

Tim Peake is a former Apache pilot, flight instructor, test pilot and European Space Agency astronaut. A veteran of 18 years military service, Tim has flown over 3,000 hours on operations worldwide.

In December 2015, Tim became the first British astronaut to visit the International Space Station and conduct a spacewalk during his six month mission. He also ran the London marathon from space.

Tim’s mission engaged more than two million students in outreach activities. He is an ambassador for STEM Education, The Prince’s Trust and the Scout Association. He is a best-selling author, with proceeds from his books donated to The Prince’s Trust.

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ASTRONAUTS: The Quest to Explore Space

Tim returns in a new show across the UK with awe-inspiring endeavours of the pioneering explorers we call astronauts.

 

Space: The Human Story

A ground-breaking human history of space by beloved British astronaut and bestselling author Tim Peake.

 

The Cosmic Diary of our Incredible Universe

The first children's non-fiction book by Tim Peake - perfect for kids hungry to know more about space, the universe and our place in it.

 

Secrets of Our Universe with Tim Peake

Available to watch on Channel 5

Incredible Aurora

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