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London Toastmaster

Richard Birtchnell is The London Toastmaster

Arab Bankers Association Dinner 2019

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Event Host : Pre Covid

Back in October, 2019, I was hired as an event host and Toastmaster for the Arab Bankers Association annual dinner, held at Grosvenor House.

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Grosvenor House Ballroom

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Always a privilege to work as an event host for the Arab Bankers Association.

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Sirens Encore entertained the guests

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Lord Hill keynote speaker

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400 guests

Are you organising an upcoming corporate event and  looking for an Event Host in London?

We are slowly moving back to a time where events will be allowed to open. Are you organising an event? Are you looking for an experienced event host, Master of Ceremonies or Toastmaster? If you are, contact Richard Birtchnell today.

60th Anniversary National Association of Flower Arrangement Societies 2019

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Event Host For NAFAS

18 months ago, way back in 2019 (which now seems a life time ago) I acted as event host and  MC at Grosvenor House for the 60th Anniversary Dinner of the National Association of Flower Arrangement Societies (NAFAS)

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800 guests in the Great Room

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Creative floral centres

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Great Room ready

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Just what these clever people are capable of… crowns made out of plant material

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Here’s another, absolutely stunning… and entirely from botanic material

Are you looking for an Event Host in London?

We are slowly moving back to a time where events will be allowed to open. Are you organising an event? Are you looking for an experienced event host, Master of Ceremonies or Toastmaster? If you are, contact Richard Birtchnell today.

Wimbledon Tennis Championships 2019

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Wimbledon Event Host

This time of year we would be in the midst of the tennis championships at Wimbledon and home to the All England Lawn Tennis & Croquet Club. Unfortunately, due to COVID19 and the Coronavirs pandemic, like many sporting events throughout the world, it has to be cancelled. So I decided to post this photo of myself from last year, on the eve of the Championships at Wimbledon. This is as close as I will ever get to putting my hands on the trophy. If only I had practised more…

Event Host & MC at Wimbledon Tennis Championships 2019 by Richard Birtchnell The London Toastmaster

Event Host & MC at Wimbledon Tennis Championships 2019 by Richard Birtchnell The London Toastmaster

Richard Birtchnell, aka The London Toastmaster, has yeas of experience as a corporate Event Host, Toastmaster, Master of Ceremonies and MC for many years. Contact him on 020 7730 3725 to check his availability.

China-UK Economic and Trade Summit 2019

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Back in June of last year, I was hired  as event host and MC for a China-UK Economic and Trade Summit held at the Guildhall in the City of London

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Event Host For China UK Economic Trade Summit 2019 by London Toastmaster Richard Birtchnell 01

 

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Event Host For China UK Economic Trade Summit 2019 by London Toastmaster Richard Birtchnell 02

Backstage With my co-host and translator Annie at a Chinese Gala Dinner at the Guildhall in the City of London. Behind us is an enormous video wall 8 metres by 4 metres.

Richard Birtchnell, aka The London Toastmaster, has yeas of experience as a corporate Event Host, Toastmaster, Master of Ceremonies and MC for many years. Contact him on 020 7730 3725 to check his availability.

Duke of Cambridge and Melinda Gates

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In these uncertain times I wanted to post images of what I love to do… and that is meeting interesting people of all walks of life. Back in July 2019 I met the Duke of Cambridge and Melinda Gates. I just LOVE my job!

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London Toastmaster with Duke of Cambridge and Melinda Gates 02

Photo courtesy of Reuters

Event Host at Sheraton Grand Park Lane Hotel 2020

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Back at the beginning of February of this year, I was hired as an event host at the Sheraton Grand Park Lane hotel for an event. Perfect example of original Art Deco features, meticulously restored, unique in London

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Event Host at Sheraton Grand Park Lane Hotel Event 2020 01

The Foyer of the Sheraton Grand Park Lane Hotel

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Event Host at Sheraton Grand Park Lane Hotel Event 2020 02

Venue is on Piccadilly

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Event Host at Sheraton Grand Park Lane Hotel Event 2020 03

Exterior main entrance

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Event Host at Sheraton Grand Park Lane Hotel Event 2020 04

The foyer is like a luxury ocean liner

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Event Host at Sheraton Grand Park Lane Hotel Event 2020 05

Original artwork of Grecian muses

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Event Host at Sheraton Grand Park Lane Hotel Event 2020 06

Mural of equine relief

Are You Organising an Event in London?

Are You Looking To Hire an Event Host, Toastmaster or Master of Ceremonies?

The London Toastmaster, Richard Birtchnell, has yeas of experience as an Event Host, Toastmaster, Master of Ceremonies and MC for many years. Contact him on 020 7730 3725 to check his availability.

Spanish Chamber of Commerce Dinner 2019

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I acted as Toastmaster, MC and Master of Ceremonies at the Spanish Chamber of Commerce 132nd Annual General Meeting (AGM) and dinner in at the stunning Draper’s Hall, one of the most prominent livery halls situated in the heart of the City of London.

Event Host for Spanish Chamber of Commerce Dinner 2019 by Richard Birtchnell The London Toastmaster
Event Host for Spanish Chamber of Commerce Dinner 2019 by Richard Birtchnell The London Toastmaster

Are You Organising an Upcoming Event?

Are You Seeking To Hire a Corporate Event Host, Toastmaster or Master of Ceremonies?

Richard Birtchnell, aka The London Toastmaster, has yeas of experience as a corporate Event Host, Toastmaster, Master of Ceremonies and MC for many years. Contact him on 020 7730 3725 to check his availability.

University College London : Donor Wall Unveiling 2019

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London Toastmaster at University College London : Donor Wall Unveiling 2019 08

I was at University College London as MC and Toastmaster for the unveiling of the Donor Wall where generous benefactors are recognised by the attachment of a cast of their hand. Clever idea, beautifully executed.

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London Toastmaster at University College London : Donor Wall Unveiling 2019 01

Ready to receive prestigious guests at the UCL portico

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London Toastmaster at University College London : Donor Wall Unveiling 2019 02

Benefactors wall of outstretched hands

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London Toastmaster at University College London : Donor Wall Unveiling 2019 03

Reception after unveiling by the Provost and principal guests

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London Toastmaster at University College London : Donor Wall Unveiling 2019 04

A privilege to be in such a globally recognised high level university. I was never clever enough to qualify for any.

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London Toastmaster at University College London : Donor Wall Unveiling 2019 05

UCL President and Provost Professor Michael Arthur (second from right) and on his right the wall’s creator Dr Sarah Fortais

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London Toastmaster at University College London : Donor Wall Unveiling 2019 06

Each hand is inscribed with donor’s name on all its sides.

UCL is ranked no. 8 out of 24,000 universities in the world.

Are You Organising an Event in London?

Are You Looking To Hire an Event Host, Toastmaster or Master of Ceremonies?

Richard Birtchnell, aka The London Toastmaster, has yeas of experience as an Event Host, Toastmaster, Master of Ceremonies and MC for many years. Contact him on 020 7730 3725 to check his availability.

Society of Old Friends Spring Dinner 2019

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With Guest Speaker Matt Le Tissier

I was at the Society of Old Friends Spring Dinner whose guest of honour is England and Southampton legend Matt Le Tissier. Fact: Whilst at Southampton he scored 209 goals from 540 appearances and out of 48 penalty attempts he scored 47! He’s now a Sky Sports pundit. Love my job.

Toastmaster Master of Ceremonies Society of Old Friends Spring Dinner 2019
Toastmaster Master of Ceremonies Society of Old Friends Spring Dinner 2019



Are you organising a charity or social event in the London area?

Are you looking to hire Toastmaster or MC?

The London Toastmaster and Master of Ceremonies, Richard Birtchnell, has years of experience working as an event host moderator and facilitator at events all over London. Contact him on 020 7730 3725 to check his availability.



Master of Ceremonies at Goodwood House 2019

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I was privileged to act as Toastmaster and Master of Ceremonies at a private dinner at Goodwood House, home of the Duke of Richmond.

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I would love to give my own party here!

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Goodwood House 01

12,000 acres in Sussex include horse racing track, motor racing circuit, Goodwood Revival, Festival of Speed…..

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Toastmaster & Master of Ceremonies at Goodwood House 03

Beautiful 18th century stately home

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Toastmaster & Master of Ceremonies at Goodwood House 04

Sumptuous entrance hall with Stubbs paintings featuring local views

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Toastmaster & Master of Ceremonies at Goodwood House 05

Stubbs over open fire

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Toastmaster & Master of Ceremonies at Goodwood House 06

Banqueting staff ready to receive guests

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Toastmaster & Master of Ceremonies at Goodwood House 07

Elegant reception rooms

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Toastmaster & Master of Ceremonies at Goodwood House 08

Ballroom ready for dinner

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Toastmaster & Master of Ceremonies at Goodwood House 09

Guests enjoy finest of dining

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Toastmaster & Master of Ceremonies at Goodwood House 10

With Lyndsey the DJ for after dinner

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