Raconteurs

Jeremy is one of the most popular broadcasters in the UK; an instantly recognisable face from Channel 5 and BBC television, as well as hosting his own daily show on BBC Radio 2.

Jeremy Vine

Comedian from northern Ireland, he is known as the host for TV's game show Catchphrase, and also an entertainer, awards host and after dinner speaker. Always in demand, he is a regular performer on TV, in cabaret and theatre.

Roy Walker

Dan was a BBC sports presenter and anchor of BBC Breakfast before moving to Channel 5. He has also appeared on Celebrity Mastermind and is a regular guest on A Question of Sport.

Dan Walker

Award-winning journalist and writer, whose book Yes Man was turned into a film with Jim Carrey. A comedy scriptwriter and producer, he has written and produced for TV, radio and the stage, and contributed to dozens of publications, including the Independent and the Guardian.

Danny Wallace

David Walliams - Actor, Comedian, Writer, and Television personality. Best known for his partnership with Matt Lucas on the BBC One sketch comedy shows Little Britain and Come Fly With Me. A very successful children's book author too.

David Walliams

A regular Radio 4 broadcaster on You've Got To Be Joking, Adrian is a great after dinner speaker and stand up comedian.

Adrian Walsh

David Walsh is chief sports writer at The Sunday Times, who helped to expose Lance Armstrong as a Drugs Cheat. The story of his exposing Armstrong is one for the ages!

David Walsh

Sam Warburton is best known for captaining Wales at two Rugby World Cups and the youngest player to Captain the Lions, leading them to two unbeaten Test series in 2013 and 2017. Sam Warburton OBE has had a rugby career like no other, setting records and achievements that will likely never be broken or matched.

Sam Warburton

Richard Watson successfully predicted the '08/09 crash in his book What's Next and the Global Pandemic in 2019 to the Sunday Times. Richard focuses particularly on scenario planning and the impact of trends on long-term strategy. His book, Digital vs Human looks at how the internet, and data driven world we live in, has changed the way we think and work. His latest talks tackle the growing epidemic of debilitating busyness. Richard can also do a light hearted after dinner on some of the less plausible, and frankly risible predictions of the future.

Richard Watson

Falklands Veteran who suffered 46% burns to his body, Simon is an inspirational and motivational speaker whose message is one of overcoming adversity and how you can take on any challenges thrown at you. He also has a great sense of humour and can command an audience (he has real presence and has achieved legendary status in many ways), while managing to keep it light.

Simon Weston

Former MP, broadcaster, author and guest speaker, Ann Widdecombe won the hearts of the nation with her performances on Strictly Come Dancing.

Ann Widdecombe

Actor, singer and all round entertainer, best known as Barry Evans in EastEnders. He appeared in Extras, Scoop and Life's too Short. He regularly comperes and hosts and is a master at multi tasking.

Shaun Williamson

After Dinner Speaker and awards host, Quentin is a Former Top Gear and Fifth Gear host. He is one of the best-known motoring authorities in the UK and an established television personality who specialises in consumer journalism. Particularly keen on green motoring!

Quentin Willson

David Wilson is Professor of Criminology at Birmingham City University and Director of the University’s Centre for Criminal Justice Policy and Research. He regularly appears on TV and radio talking about the criminal justice system and is the author of numerous books.

David Wilson

Dean Windass' football career encompassed Hull City, Middlesbrough, Aberdeen and Bradford City but his off-pitch battle with alcohol and depression made headlines.. Has been a pundit for Sky Sports and is a funny after dinner speaker.

Dean Windass