After Dinner Speakers
The after dinner slot is one of the hardest to get right and one of the most rewarding when you do. Your audience has eaten, the formalities are winding down, and attention is at a premium. The right after dinner speaker can hold a room, land a story and leave guests talking about your event long after the evening ends.
If you are looking to book after dinner speakers who can deliver wit, warmth and genuine substance, our after dinner speakers are hand picked for their ability to entertain a professional audience while keeping the tone sharp and appropriate.
They bring experience from business, sport, politics, journalism and public life, combining humour with insight in a way that works across corporate dinners, awards ceremonies, gala events and private occasions.
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D D: £5k-£10k Former British tennis champion and one of the best known British sports personalities on television today.
E E: £2k-£5k Former MI5 intelligence officer and famed whistleblower, Annie Machon resigned in the 1990s to call out spies’ incompetence and crimes. Now a writer, media pundit, campaigner and keynote speaker, Annie can educate both on the inner workings of the government, and on the wider need for increased openness and accountability in both public and private sectors.
B B: £15k- £25k Armando Iannucci is a comedian, writer, director, performer, radio producer and Oscar nominee. A great after dinner speaker and awards host.
D D: £5k-£10k One of England’s most celebrated rugby players, Austin Healey has proved himself adaptable on the field, in business and in the media. Since retiring from professional sport Austin has worked as a successful banker for Credit Suisse and is a popular TV and radio presenter.
D D: £5k-£10k Ayesha spent 9 years guiding senior party leaders in Government and the Opposition. Now igniting an old flame, she has gone back to her days of stand-up, combining hilarious anecdotal tales with a forceful political message.
D D: £5k-£10k One of the finest Irish boxers, Featherweight Champion of the World Barry McGuigan is now a renowned boxing commentator on television & radio.
D D: £5k-£10k Formerly Top Gear's The Stig, and Daniel Craig's stunt driver in James Bond, Ben won the 2010 24 hour LeMans race, and is an exceptional after dinner speaker and awards host.
D D: £5k-£10k England rugby international and World Cup winner, Ben Kay, with his ready wit and intelligent analysis of sport is an unbeatable motivational and after dinner speaker.
C C: £10k-£15k Ben Miller is an English comedian, actor and director. He is best known as one half of comedy double act Armstrong and Miller, with Alexander Armstrong. Miller is also known for playing the lead role in the BBC Crime Drama, Death in Paradise.
E E: £2k-£5k Benedict Allen's after dinner speeches are full of tales of exploration and adventure, as well as invaluable and inspirational business lessons.
C C: £10k-£15k Beth Mead is a professional footballer who plays as a forward for Arsenal and the England national team. Beth was a player in the Lioness team at UEFA Women's Euro 2022, where she won the Golden Boot, Player of the Tournament, and Top Assist Provider.
E E: £2k-£5k Former Arsenal player with an unusual visual bag of football memorabilia including boots & a ball from the 40s, David Seaman's jersey and Thierry Henry's boots.
E E: £2k-£5k Bonita Norris holds the distinction of being the youngest person to ascend the summit of Everest and reach the North Pole. Her talks empowers audiences with the determination and belief needed to overcome their personal challenges, akin to conquering their own Everest.
A A: £25k and over Brian Cox works with the Large Hadron Collider at CERN, and explains big science to the general public. He's also a charismatic keynoter speaker.
D D: £5k-£10k Bruce Daisley is a best-selling author of 2019 “The Joy of Work”, which was the Sunday Times number one business bestseller, his follow up book, “Eat Sleep, Work Repeat”, is a compelling manifesto for an era overwhelmed with work pressures.
A A: £25k and over Carol Vorderman MBE is a popular British media personality, best known for co-hosting the hit game show Countdown for 26 years. Highly regarded for her razor-sharp mind and mathematical capabilities, she was the first woman to be seen on Channel 4 at the age of twenty-one.
D D: £5k-£10k Cassandra Stavrou MBE founded PROPER Snacks in 2011 and grew it into the UK's first B Corp snacks company, pioneering palm oil free and Fairtrade standards whilst building a cult following across 20 countries.
D D: £5k-£10k Charismatic, entertaining and inspiring, Charles Hazlewood is a globally-renowned orchestra conductor on a mission: to expose the role that music can play in all our lives.
E E: £2k-£5k Charlie Martin is a racing driver aiming to make history as the first ever transgender competitor in the 24hrs of Le Mans.
D D: £5k-£10k Mr Gordon Brittas in The Brittas Empire, Arnie Rimmer in Red Dwarf, Chris is a fantastic awards host and after dinner speaker.
D D: £5k-£10k Chris Boardman is arguably one of Britain’s most successful cyclists with 3 World Hour Records, an Olympic Gold and holder of the prestigious yellow jersey in the Tour De France.
E E: £2k-£5k With cricket in the genes, Chris is in demand for both after dinner and motivational speaking.
A A: £25k and over Astronaut and the first Canadian Commander of the International Space Station, Colonel Chris Hadfield is a pioneer of many historic 'firsts'. On the stage, he inspires audiences with 'An Astronaut's Guide To Life On Earth', his insights into leadership and managing change, and his passion for STEM.
D D: £5k-£10k Despite serious adversity in his life, Chris Moon continues to astound as he goes one step beyond perceived limits.
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Advice & FAQs about After Dinner Speakers
Submit your event details via our enquiry form. The more information you can share about the audience, the aims and objectives of the session and the overall event, the easier it will be for our team to recommend the perfect after dinner speaker. Either way, we’ll get back to you within an hour to guide you on availability, fees, and how the speaker can tailor their talk to your audience.
Our after dinner, speakers bring a touch of charm, wit and storytelling to the evening. They don’t just speak - they entertain, connect and leave audiences smiling. Expect fascinating anecdotes, sharp humour and insights that resonate, all delivered in a relaxed and engaging way. It’s the ideal way to end your event on a high note.
Definitely. Our after dinner speakers instinctively read a room - they’ll adapt tone, pacing and subject matter to suit your guests. Whether it’s a corporate gala, an awards night or an intimate dinner, they’ll make it feel perfectly pitched and personal.
These speakers shine at gala dinners, conferences, client events and charity evenings - anywhere that calls for a memorable close to the night. They set the tone for connection, laughter and reflection, ensuring guests leave uplifted and inspired.
We represent a fantastic mix of after dinner speakers - from celebrated broadcasters and explorers to sporting legends and industry icons. Each brings their own blend of humour, storytelling and insight to create a memorable evening for your guests. You can discover some of our most popular and engaging personalities in our blog here, Our Top Popular After Dinner Speakers.
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