Private Dinner at Brocket Hall 2018

August 17, 2018 By WebMaster

Master of Ceremonies at Private Dinner Brocket Hall 2018

I was privileged to be hired and act as Master of Ceremonies and Toastmaster at Brocket Hall, Hertfordshire for a private dinner party.

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Image 1: In the iconic ballroom with its beautiful dining table impeccably dressed
Image 2: Brocket Hall is one of the finest private venues, Home to two previous prime ministers.
Image 3: The ‘Prime Ministers’ table can seat 54 guests at maximum
Image 4: Lobby ready to receive VIP guests
Image 5: Roger Chinery’s Ballroom Dance Band in action

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Installation Dinner of the Prime Warden of the Worshipful Company of Shipwrights 2018

August 10, 2018 By WebMaster

Master of Ceremonies at Installation Dinner of the Prime Warden of the Worshipful Company of Shipwrights 2018

I was lucky enough to act as Toastmaster and Master of Ceremonies at Goldsmiths Hall for the Installation Dinner of the Prime Warden of the Worshipful Company of Shipwrights.

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Image 1: In the uniform of the City Toastmaster
Image 2: Stunning architecture within Goldsmiths – one of the finest of the City’s 38 Livery Halls. It is my privilege to have worked as Toastmaster in 26 of them!
Image 3: Luxurious and elegant Drawing Room for reception
Image 4: Banqueting staff preparing the Livery Hall for 240 guests
Image 5: Original 1835 English crystal chandeliers with 48 real candles in each. That’s 192 to be lit before dinner. The mirrors reflect the ambient light and this is how the Hall was illuminated long before invention of electricity
Image 6: On display in the Exhibition Room, a sample of finest craftsmanship .. these being the chains and jewels of some past City Sheriffs
Image 7: A truly magnificent example of a Shrieval chain of office

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Wimbledon All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club 2018

August 7, 2018 By WebMaster

Master of Ceremonies at Wimbledon All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club 2018

Being a big tennis fan, I had the privilege of acting as Toastmaster and Master of Ceremonies at the 150th anniversary dinner of Wimbledon All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club held in the historic Royal palace of Banqueting House. This is as close as anyone gets to touching the Championships singles’ trophies without actually winning the tournament!

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Image 2: The magnificent ceiling by Peter Paul Rubens
Image 5: The Men’s trophy has a pineapple on top. Who knew?

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London
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UK

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Wedding at the Four Seasons in Hampshire 2018

July 27, 2018 By WebMaster

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Wedding at the Four Seasons in Hampshire 2018 :

I acted as a Wedding Toastmaster at the Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire for a beautiful wedding celebration.

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Image 1: Restored Georgian Manor House combined with five-star luxury of Four Seasons operations
Image 2: Always a privilege to be trusted with handling prestigious events
Image 3: Cosy arrangements for wedding ceremony
Image 4: Siren String Quartet – world class performers
Image 5: Entrance to Reception area
Image 6: Tree decorated with guests’ names escort cards
Image 7: Beautifully decorated Ballroom ready for guests

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UK

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APL – Association des Parents Lycée Français Charles de Gaulle 2018

July 23, 2018 By WebMaster

Association des Parents Lycée Français Charles de Gaulle 2018

It is always a privilege to act as Toastmaster and Master of Cermeonies at the annual Gala fundraising dinner for APL – Association des Parents Lycée Français Charles de Gaulle held at the Hurlingham Club in South West London.

Association des Parents Lycée Français Charles de Gaulle 2018 01 : Bienvenue! Prenez vos places!

Image 1: Bienvenue! Prenez vos places!

Association des Parents Lycée Français Charles de Gaulle 2018 02 : Beautiful building, elegant location

Image 2: Beautiful building, elegant location

Association des Parents Lycée Français Charles de Gaulle 2018 03 : Aim to raise funds for bursaries and scholarships for students at the Lycée

Image 3: Aim to raise funds for bursaries and scholarships for students at the Lycée

Association des Parents Lycée Français Charles de Gaulle 2018 04 : President Charlotte Pierre addresses the guests

Image 4: President Charlotte Pierre addresses the guests

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The City Debate 2018

July 12, 2018 By WebMaster

London Toastmaster at The City Debate 2018 : The Judging Panel

At Mansion House in March where I acted as Toastmaster and Master of Ceremonies for the annual City Debate moderated by Angela Knight and hosted by CSFI. Guest of honour former Lord Mayor Sir Alan Yarrow

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Image 1: I had the honour of acting as Toastmaster linking and directing the set piece moments and announcing the speakers
Image 2: The Mansion House, Home of the Lord Mayor is undoubtedly the best venue in the City for the finest of dining
Image 3: On the panel Nikhil Rathi, Ruth Wandhöfer, Angela Knight, Anthony Jenkins and Michael Mainelli
Image 4: 300 guests involved in financial services
Image 5: Banqueting staff ready
Image 6: The ‘outmess’ for me and organisers, as always treated to the same meal as the guests

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Richard Birtchnell
45 Chelsea Gate
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UK

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Billingsgate Ward Club Annual Lunch 2018

July 6, 2018 By WebMaster

City of London Toastmaster at Billingsgate Ward Club Annual Lunch 2018 :

As always, it was a privilege to act as Toastmaster for the Billingsgate Ward Club annual lunch at Guildhall in the City of London.

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Image 2: Location is the Livery Hall of Guildhall
Image 3: Chief Commoner-elect John Scott Guest of honour
Image 4: This is my personal table laid out for one in the 1,000 year old Crypt. Wonderful how the City takes care of its Toastmasters, being served the same meal as the guests. Thank you to caterers the Cook and the Butler.

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45 Chelsea Gate
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UK

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British Wedding Awards 2018

July 2, 2018 By WebMaster

London Toastmaster at the British Wedding Awards 2018 :

Not only being a wedding toastmaster myself, I was privileged to act as Master of Ceremonies and host the 2018 British Wedding Awards held at 1 Whitehall Place earlier this year in February.

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Image 1: The annual awards dinner was organised by Wedding Ideas magazine
Image 2: This Grade 1 listed building was formerly the home of the National Liberal Club and today operated by the Royal Horseguards Hotel next door
Image 3: Over 200 guests assemble in the Reading and Writing Room
Image 4: Tables ready in William Gladstone’s library where the walls are lined with 30,000 replica books from this four-time Prime Minister’s original personal collection
Image 5: Close up of a decorated table
Image 6: Ready to announce dinner about to be served
Image 7: Sponsors’ board
Image 8: 19 awards to be presented

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London
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UK

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48 Group Club The Icebreakers Dinner 2018

June 26, 2018 By WebMaster

I was at Drapers’ Hall in the City of London as host for the launch of the Shanghai Pudong Development Bank with the Lord Mayor and Chinese Ambassador among the principal guests.

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Image 1: 2018 is the year of the Dog. Loyal, hard-working and compassionate. Yes, that’s me!
Image 2: All guests received toy dog to take home
Image 3: Ballroom ready to receive 300 guests
Image 4: 48 Group Club promotes and facilitates trade between China and UK

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45 Chelsea Gate
93 Ebury Bridge Road
London
SW1W 8RB
UK

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SPD Bank London – Shanghai Pudong Development Bank – 2018

June 19, 2018 By WebMaster

London Toastmaster at SPD Bank London – Shanghai Pudong Development Bank

I acted as Toastmaster and Master of Ceremonies at Drapers’ Hall in the City today as host for the launch of the Shanghai Pudong Development Bank with the Lord Mayor and Chinese Ambassador among the principal guests.

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Image 2: Staging included a giant ice sculpture into which would be poured water brought over from the Shanghai Huangpu river and the Thames to create a symbolic fusion of East and West.
Image 3: Other banks sent their best wishes through arrangements of flowers in the entrance lobby.
Image 4: As always, a privilege to participate

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Richard Birtchnell
45 Chelsea Gate
93 Ebury Bridge Road
London
SW1W 8RB
UK

Tel: 020 7730 3725

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