If you’re a fan of BBC natural history TV shows such as Springwatch, then you’ll be familiar with Hannah Stitfall. But who is she and how did she get into filmmaking?
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Who is Hannah Stitfall?
Hannah Stitfall is an RTS-nominated British wildlife filmmaker, presenter, photographer and author. She regularly presents on BBC TV shows such as Springwatch, Winterwatch and The One Show.
She shares her filmmaking and wildlife content on her social media platforms and co-leads photography trips.
Hannah is also the author of Wild Treasures: A Year of Extraordinary Encounters With Cornwall’s Wildlife.
How old is she?
Hannah Stitfall was born in September 1986, in Colchester, Essex.
Where does she live?
Hannah lives in Cornwall.
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How did she get into wildlife filmmaking?
Hannah studied zoology at the University of Plymouth, gaining a first-class degree. She then went on to complete a master’s degree in wildlife filmmaking at the University of the West of England, in Bristol, and worked with the BBC’s Natural History Unit. Hannah has worked in the wildlife filmmaking industry since 2018.
How long has Hannah presented The Watches?
Hannah has presented on BBC Two’s Springwatch and Winterwatch since 2020. She first started by presenting the digital programme Watch Out!, where she shares exclusive behind-the-scenes wildlife footage and answers viewer questions.
