London Toastmaster

Richard Birtchnell is The London Toastmaster

Private Dinner at Lygon Arms

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In January I was hired as a Toastmaster and Master of Ceremonies for a private dinner at Lygon Arms, Broadway in Worcestershire. A most beautiful Cotswold village and hounds ready to hunt.

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Toastmaster Hired For a Private Dinner at Lygon Arms Cotswolds by Richard Birtchnell 01

The chandeliers are made out of deer antlers

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Toastmaster Hired For a Private Dinner at Lygon Arms Cotswolds by Richard Birtchnell 02

The Lygon Arms in Broadway, Worcestershire.

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Toastmaster Hired For a Private Dinner at Lygon Arms Cotswolds by Richard Birtchnell 03

Historic…

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Toastmaster Hired For a Private Dinner at Lygon Arms Cotswolds by Richard Birtchnell 04

The beautiful village of Broadway

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Toastmaster Hired For a Private Dinner at Lygon Arms Cotswolds by Richard Birtchnell 05

Hounds ready for the hunt

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Toastmaster Hired For a Private Dinner at Lygon Arms Cotswolds by Richard Birtchnell 06

I want one!

Are You Organising a Private Dinner or Party?

Looking For a Master of Ceremonies or Toastmaster?

Richard Birtchnell, aka The London Toastmaster, has yeas of experience acting as a Toastmaster, Master of Ceremonies and MC for private functions and events. 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
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.

Toastmaster of the Year 2019

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Richard Birtchnell Awarded “Toastmaster of the Year – London”

Best Tostmaster in London Awards

I am very proud and honoured to have been recognised and awarded ‘Toastmaster of the Year- London‘ by the publishers of the The Prestige Guide.

A spokes person for The Prestige Guide had this to say “The passion for what you do really comes across, the judges were impressed with your personal nature and overall attentiveness. It really makes you stand out in a competitive industry and I hope this achievement serves as springboard for more success.”

Private Reception Admiralty Arch 2019

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Earlier in the summer I was on the roof of Admiralty Arch on the Mall, for a private reception. What a privilege. This was the first time the roof had been used for such a purpose.

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London Toastmaster at Private Reception Admiralty Arch London 01

Great weather. Fantastic views

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London Toastmaster at Private Reception Admiralty Arch London Richard Birtchnell 02

Work has begun to convert the Grade I listed building into a prestigious hotel.

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London Toastmaster at Private Reception Admiralty Arch London Richard Birtchnell 03
London Toastmaster at Private Reception Admiralty Arch London Richard Birtchnell 04
London Toastmaster at Private Reception Admiralty Arch London Richard Birtchnell 04

Flamenco dancer entertained the guests

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London Toastmaster at Private Reception Admiralty Arch London Richard Birtchnell 05

Direct line of sight to Nelson in Trafalgar Square

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London Toastmaster at Private Reception Admiralty Arch London Richard Birtchnell 06

Are You Organising a Private Reception or Party in London?

Are You Looking To Hire an Event Host or Toastmaster?

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.

Lycée Français Charity Fund Gala Dinner 2019

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I acted as an event moderator for the Lycée Français Charity Fund Gala Dinner held at London’s InterContinental hotel. My fourth gig of the week

Event Moderator Lycee Francais Charity Fund Gala Dinner 2019
Event Moderator Lycee Francais Charity Fund Gala Dinner 2019 at InterContinental London Park Lane

Are you organising a charity event in the London area?

Are you looking to hire an event moderator?

Richard Birtchnell, aka The London Toastmaster, as acted as an event moderator for many years all over London. Contact him on 020 7730 3725 to check his availability.

Corporate Dinner at the Guildhall London 2018

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Master of Ceremonies at Corporate Dinner at the Guildhall London 2018
Master of Ceremonies at Corporate Dinner at the Guildhall London 2018

Back in September 2018, I had four working gigs in one week. The first of my four gigs was at The medieval Guildhall for a corporate dinner.

Are You Organising a Corporate Event?

Are You Looking to Hire a Toastmaster, Master of Ceremonies or MC?

If you are organising or planning a corporate event, and are looking to hire a Master of Ceremonies, MC or Toastmaster, contact Richard Birtchnell today on 020 7730 3725 or email him.

Egypt’s National Day 2018

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London Toastmaster and Master of Ceremonies at Egypt’s National Day 2018 07

I had the pleasure of acting as Toastmaster at the Egyptian Ambassador’s residence for a diplomatic reception on 2018’s Egypt’s National Day. It was also my birthday and it was an honour to share it with our Egyptian hosts and their guests.

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London Toastmaster and Master of Ceremonies at Egypt’s National Day 2018 01

My Toastmaster uniform of red white and black is s perfect match for the Egyptian flag

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London Toastmaster and Master of Ceremonies at Egypt’s National Day 2018 02

Ready for the formal speeches

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London Toastmaster and Master of Ceremonies at Egypt’s National Day 2018 03

With the Egyptian Chargé d’Affaires Nermine El Zawahry

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London Toastmaster and Master of Ceremonies at Egypt’s National Day 2018 04

The beautiful private garden, the biggest in Mayfair, just behind the Dorchester hotel

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London Toastmaster and Master of Ceremonies at Egypt’s National Day 2018 05

A celebratory cake which was ceremonially cut by the Chargé d’Affaires and Alistair Burt, Minister of State at the FCO

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London Toastmaster and Master of Ceremonies at Egypt’s National Day 2018 06

Traditional Egyptian hospitality for 300 guests

Are You Organising a Diplomatic Reception in London?

Are You Looking to Hire a Master of Ceremonies, MC or Toastmaster?

If you are organising or planning a diplomatic reception or social event in the London area, and are looking to hire a Master of Ceremonies, MC or Toastmaster, contact Richard Birtchnell today on 020 7730 3725 or email him.

Google My Business Site Launched

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As part of my ongoing online marketing, with the help of Paul Birkett from Blue Square Management  we have launched my Google My Business website – Richard Birtchnell The London Toastmaster – https://richard-birtchnell-the-london-toastmaster.business.site/

Images and Google My Business posts will be added to this new site as we update my GMB.

Google My Business site for Richard Birtchnell The London Toastmaster

Google My Business site for Richard Birtchnell The London Toastmaster

 

French Chamber of Commerce Gala Dinner 2018

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London Toastmaster hired for 2018 French Chamber of Commerce Gala Dinner 12

I was at the Landmark hotel earlier this year for the 2018 French Chamber of Commerce Gala Dinner where I was hired as Master of Ceremonies and Toastmaster for the event. Entertainment was provided by teenage sensation Ecco who was a finalist on the French edition of The Voice.

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London Toastmaster hired for 2018 French Chamber of Commerce Gala Dinner 06

Aspects of an evening’s work as Toastmaster for the Gala Dinner of the French Chamber of Commerce… photos taken by José Farinha to whom I am most grateful.

Are You Organising a Corporate Event?

Looking to Hire a Master of Ceremonies, MC or Toastmaster?

If you are organising or planning a corporate event, and are looking to hire a Master of Ceremonies, MC or Toastmaster, contact Richard Birtchnell today on 020 7730 3725 or email him.

The London Toastmaster

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

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The London Toastmaster

Richard Birtchnell
The London Toastmaster
45 Chelsea Gate
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