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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B B: £15k- £25k One of the most feared strikers of modern times, Alan Shearer OBE is a record breaking football player who now has a highly successful media career working for the BBC.
D D: £5k-£10k ITV News presenter Alastair Stewart OBE made history when he moderated the first live TV debate between the Party Leaders, ahead of the General Election.
D D: £5k-£10k Alexis Conran is best known as the man who identifies, uncovers and helps protect businesses and individuals against scams.
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D D: £5k-£10k Alice Roberts is a former doctor turned acclaimed speaker and broadcaster. She seamlessly combines her medical background with a captivating presentation style, making complex topics accessible. She has also presented over 100 documentaries, chaired debates, and received prestigious awards for her contributions to science communication.
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.
POA POA: Contact Us Andrew Neil is a veteran political journalist and broadcaster known for his forensic interviews, editorial leadership, and decades of insight across UK and global affairs.
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".
D D: £5k-£10k Former British tennis champion and one of the best known British sports personalities on television today.
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 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.
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.
B B: £15k- £25k Multi-award winning sports presenter, former jockey Clare, can be seen and heard across all the major sporting events although her passion will always be horses.
C C: £10k-£15k Recognised as one of the UK’s cleverest and funniest TV and print satirists and authors, Clive Anderson is a former barrister and an award-winning comedian.
POA POA: Contact Us Chief legal correspondent, barrister, broadcaster & comedy script writer, Clive writes & delivers witty material on diverse subjects
D D: £5k-£10k Colin Murray is a radio and television broadcaster, known particularly within the world of sport. He is the host of BBC Radio 5 live sports panel show "Fighting Talk", a weekly Metro columnist and winner of several Sony Gold Awards.
D D: £5k-£10k Dan Walker is one of the UK's most well known and loved broadcasters, now presenting Channel 5's flagship news programmes. He spent over 10 years with the BBC presenting a range of shows for them, most notably anchoring BBC breakfast for 6 years.
E E: £2k-£5k An award-winning journalist, former political adviser, TV panellist and columnist, Daniel Finkelstein is a sought after speaker.
D D: £5k-£10k Author, TV host and presenter, Danny Wallace is a witty and interesting after dinner speaker and awards presenter.
D D: £5k-£10k Darren Campbell – Olympic gold medallist and a sprinter who always gave his all and retired having won medals at all four majors – is a motivational speaker of the highest calibre.
D D: £5k-£10k David Croft is the main face of Sky Sports F1 HD channel, and previously was a commentator for BBC 5live's F1 coverage.
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.
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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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