Author, trainspotter, and digital creator Francis Bourgeois is inspiring people to be themselves and follow their passions.

Francis has achieved cult status for documenting his warm, inspiring and uplifting adventures trainspotting. He has quickly become one of the UK’s best-known digital creators and his reach is truly global.

Francis’ digital content has translated into longer format programming in Trainspotting with Francis Bourgeois on Channel 4’s YouTube channel, and has also launched his own YouTube channel with an interview series, Scooting and Chatting. Additionally, he has worked with several leading brands, including Gucci, Puma and LEGO.

Francis’ debut non-fiction project, The Trainspotter’s Notebook, details some of his best memories and adventures trainspotting around the country.