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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E E: £2k-£5k Few acts on the comedy circuit attracted such attention and acclaim as Abandoman did on their first run at the Edinburgh Fringe.
A A: £25k and over Oxford educated comedian Al Murray won the 1999 Perrier Award for his show based around his character 'the Pub Landlord'.
D D: £5k-£10k Robert Bathurst from Cold Feet plays Alex - a cartoon investment banker - in a world tour. Alex is now available for corporate events.
D D: £5k-£10k Alexis Conran is best known as the man who identifies, uncovers and helps protect businesses and individuals against scams.
E E: £2k-£5k Ali Cook is an incredible entertainer who blends together a masterful mix of illusions and off-beat comedy to make for a spectacular after-dinner performer.
E E: £2k-£5k Comedian, Actor & MC, Alistair Barrie is superb and great value for any event.
D D: £5k-£10k Comedy writer, stand-up star and hot new talent on the corporate circuit, Andi Osho is a fresh and exciting awards host and after dinner performer.
D D: £5k-£10k Andy Parsons, best known for "Mock The Week", is a celebrated comedian and writer, renowned for his TV, radio, and podcast performances, including "Spitting Image" and "Live at the Apollo".
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 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.
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.
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 Mr Gordon Brittas in The Brittas Empire, Arnie Rimmer in Red Dwarf, Chris is a fantastic awards host and after dinner speaker.
B B: £15k- £25k Actor, stand-up comic and star of award-winning Peep Show, David Mitchell is one of the UK's foremost comedians.
E E: £2k-£5k David Schneider is a comedian and actor turned social media expert.
D D: £5k-£10k An after-dinner and conference speaker, Dominic Frisby mixes the two unlikely worlds of comedy and finance. Bringing a unique edge to the speaking circuit, Dominic is both hilariously funny and incredibly erudite.
D D: £5k-£10k Recognised as one of the most globally celebrated stand up personalities, British-Congolese Eddie Kadi continues to dominate the world of comedy.
E E: £2k-£5k Emma Bache, a graphologist or handwriting expert, delivers a unique addition to any corporate, team-building or after-dinner event.
E E: £2k-£5k Former education advisor and school inspector, Gervase Phinn is an entertaining after dinner speaker. With natural wit and charm he shares poignant tales of his time in education.
C C: £10k-£15k Former MP, scrabble champion, author, cabaret artist and world record holder of the world's longest after dinner speech, Gyles delights and entertains on any occasion.
E E: £2k-£5k Helena Bauer is an emerging comedian whose charming attitude connects with any audience.
B B: £15k- £25k Ian Hislop is a writer and broadcaster. He has edited Private Eye since 1986. He is team captain on BBC's current affairs quiz show Have I Got News For You.
D D: £5k-£10k Former Rugby Player, Health And Fitness Author, DJ, and Public Speaker James Haskell helps audiences deal with pressure, set goals and get the best from yourself and your team.
B B: £15k- £25k James Nesbitt, beloved for Cold Feet, The Hobbit, Bloodlands and Netflix's Run Away, brings natural charisma and tailored humour to every occasion, working with a speechwriter to craft anecdotes about his career and Northern Irish roots that perfectly suit each specific event. An OBE recipient and Golden Globe nominee, he's also known for his memorable entrances, often kicking off events by singing Sinatra from the back of the room.
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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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