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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C C: £10k-£15k Kerry Godliman helps organisations create memorable events that truly connect with audiences. With over two decades across television, radio, and stand-up, she's earned acclaim for roles in "After Life", "Derek", and "Trigger Point", won the seventh series of "Taskmaster", and stars in BritBox's "Dalziel & Pascoe" remake.
E E: £2k-£5k Kevin Dutton has a Ph.D in Psychology, and is an expert on the science of social influence. He is a charismatic and unique after dinner speaker.
D D: £5k-£10k Former England footballer and manger, Kevin Keegan won the European Footballer of the Year twice and has since forged a successful career in football management and punditry.
D D: £5k-£10k Having worked as a UK Civil Servant, British Ambassador to the US and the EU, National Security Adviser and involved in UK-EU Policy Negotiations and Policy, Lord Darroch is a highly respected speaker.
B B: £15k- £25k Kirstie Allsopp, star of the television series 'Location, Location, Location' is a popular corporate choice for speaking engagements and personal appearances.
D D: £5k-£10k Newsreader, TV presenter and authority on endless topics, Krishnan is sparkly and articulate as a keynote or after-dinner speaker, and awards host.
E E: £2k-£5k Kwame uses his undeniable charisma and on stage presence to play against audience’s expectations, which makes his comedy fresh, intelligent and most importantly funny.
E E: £2k-£5k Rugby World Cup winner; Dancing on Ice star, and entrepreneur, Kyran Bracken is one of the UK’s most insightful and engaging after dinner entertainers.
B B: £15k- £25k Laura Trott OBE is a track and road cyclist, five-time Olympic gold medallist and seven-time World Champion.
B B: £15k- £25k The BBC's Political Editor since July 2015, Laura is a familiar face as a Chief Correspondent and presenter on Newsnight. She has also fronted 5 Live, The Politics Show on BBC 2 and the Westminster hour on Radio 4.
B B: £15k- £25k Laura Whitmore is an Irish television presenter known widely for presenting I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here! In 2018, she presented her first radio show for 'Laura Whitmore’s Sunday Session' and her first radio documentary aired for BBC Radio 5 Live titled Losing My Religion whereby Laura tackled what religion means in the 21st Century.
E E: £2k-£5k Lee McKenzie is a TV Presenter and journalist for BBC and Channel 4. She is best known for presenting and reporting on Formula One for both channels as well as rugby. She has covered the Olympics, Commonwealth Games, Wimbledon, 6 Nations rugby and Equestrian for the BBC.
C C: £10k-£15k From Rastafarian musician to inspirational business success story, Levi Roots and his Reggae Reggae sauce have scaled unimaginable heights since their appearance on Dragon’s Den.
C C: £10k-£15k Levison Wood is an explorer, writer and photographer who has recently returned from walking the Nile, an expedition documented for a major 4 part series for Channel 4.
C C: £10k-£15k Lindsay Herbert is an author, IBM Chief Innovation Officer, and inventor, widely recognised for leading large-scale digital transformations and empowering global leaders to innovate successfully.
E E: £2k-£5k London Contemporary Voices (LCV) is London's leading alternative choir. They have worked with artists including Sam Smith, Joss Stone, Alt-J, Basement Jaxx, Laura Mvula, Imogen Heap, Nitin Sawhney, Newton Faulkner and many more.
D D: £5k-£10k One of the world's top PR & marketing strategists, futurist Lynne Franks has tracked consumer patterns for thirty years predicting lifestyle preferences & directions.
E E: £2k-£5k Manish is the main presenter of The Football League Show on BBC One. He has a relaxed and informal style that makes him a rising star amongst TV presenters.
E E: £2k-£5k Following the amputation of his left leg, competitive swimmer Marc Woods got back in the pool and went on to win a raft of Paralympic, World and Euro Championships medals.
B B: £15k- £25k The godfather of modern cooking and the first celebrity chef of the UK restaurant scene, Marco Pierre White mixes extensive knowledge and expertise with a charming and humorous on screen persona that's perfect for any event.
E E: £2k-£5k Mark Clemmit is a renowned and hugely popular football presenter with both fans and players alike. A self-starter, Mark’s ability to drive audience engagement makes him a natural host and facilitator on the corporate circuit.
A A: £25k and over Australian driver Mark Webber enjoyed a 12 year F1 career until 2014
D D: £5k-£10k At 6’10”, former Lion and England International turned BT Sport and ITV presenter, Martin is unquestionably one of the ‘biggest’ hosts and speakers on the events circuit!
A A: £25k and over Martina Navratilova is widely regarded as the greatest all-round tennis player in history, with 59 Grand Slam titles and a legacy that extends beyond the court through her outspoken advocacy for equality and human rights. She won the Wimbledon women's singles title a record 9 times and was famously described by Billie Jean King as "the greatest singles, doubles and mixed doubles player who's ever lived."
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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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