Welcome to Mat Chapman's World

I grew up in Broadstairs in Kent and upon leaving school undertook an apprenticeship with British Gas, which led to a 30-year career in the gas industry in a variety of roles working with the tools. I’m married to Angie and a dad to two grown-up children, Luke and Amy. Around seven years ago we relocated to West Wales for a complete change of direction and have settled into a rather relaxed way of life that has been extremely good for the mind, body and soul. I’m a keen surfer and have enjoyed numerous trips around the world chasing waves, and if ever there are no waves around, then you’ll probably find me walking on the beach with my staffy dog Sanau (pronounced san-eye and means socks in Welsh!).