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A SELECTION OF OUR RECOMMENDED AFTER DINNER SPEAKERS, WITH A HOST OF THEMES, AND ALL SUITED TO A CORPORATE AUDIENCE

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A – £500 - £999
B - £1000 - £1999
C – £2000 - £4000
D – Over £4000
E – Over £8000
F – Over £12,000

BRENDAN HEALY (A) – Former presenter of Razzmatazz, and star of stage and screen. A very well known character in his native North East where he still performs in pantomime every year. A wonderful, clean, story teller and huge dinner hit.

JOHN BOYD (A) – The stalwart of BBC sport in the Yorkshire region. Regular presenter on Look North, Radio Leeds and various other shows. “Boydie” is the originator of his unique “Each Way Bet” quiz, using his vast knowledge of sport over the century and will always include this into the speech.

ERIC JONES (A) – Former Detective Superintendent with Manchester CID. Very eloquent speaker, with a wealth of topical observation, coupled with the story of his life, from being a beat bobby to his retirement from the force.

MIKE MAGUIRE (A) – Made the headlines in 2002 after famously winding up Sven Goran Eriksson pretending to be Kevin Keegan! Now host of Century FM's breakfast show, and a regular on Granada TV. Popular after dinner speaker with an act that shows off his full range of mimicry.

ROD TAYLOR (A) – A former TV producer, who excels at re-enacting many well known comedic routines of yesteryear, alongside his tales of working with some of television's finest entertainers.

MIKE KELLY (A) – An original “Comedian” who has appeared on numerous TV shows since. A mickey taker, using off the cuff comments about the audience, coupled with stand up comedy.

IAN R SHUTTLEWORTH (A) – Leeds based solicitor and raconteur. Ian is a freeman of the City of London, and of the Company of City Solicitors. He particularly enjoys golf days.

MARTIN GOLD (A) – Former impressionist, ultra clean after dinner comedian/speaker. Delivers his act without a trace of bad language, and proves that comedy is all about timing. Martin is suitable for all audiences, whether young or old, all male, or mixed. Martin is regularly in talks about his own game show and is surely a star of the future.

LESLIE GIBSON (A) – Impressionist and comedian. Leslie has taken the after dinner circuit by storm. A young comic from Liverpool, Leslie started out around 10 years ago as an impressionist. Over the years, the act has developed into comedy and impressions, with his uncanny knack for portraying today's soap stars a particular favourite.

CHARLIE HALE (A) – Superb comedy impressionist/entertainer. Uses stand up humour, coupled with a host of sports and TV impressions. An all round act, and no smut!

BERNI FLINT (A) – Comedian/singer. Very popular corporate entertainer, with a string of hits to his name. His style shares similarities to the likes of Mike Harding.

PETER J BROWN (A) – Former Crown Prosecutor from North Wales. Peter takes a light hearted look at the law, and the criminal system! Very entertaining speaker.

JOHN WELCH (A) – Former Coldstream Guard. Entertaining stories from the ranks, with the various characters brought to life by John.

SEAN STYLES (A) - Brilliant After Dinner speaker/comedian. Sean combines stand up humour from his native Liverpool, with superb mimicry of the dinner guests and littered with various uncanny impressions. A very confident speaker who is possibly one of the most popular speakers on the circuit.

GRAHAM “GRUMBLEWEED” WALKER (A) – The short, fat one from the Grumbleweeds! A superb speaker charting his life from childhood, to his rise to fame. Impressions, jokes, and simply very funny stories.

BRIAN NEWBOLD (A) – Fast rising popular speaker. Has spoken at almost every kind of function up and down the country, to a wide variety of audiences. Entertaining anecdotes from this former Coal Board manager, and chartered surveyor.

DAVE HOWES (A) – A history in business, and sport, Dave’s stories do not just relate to his passion, Rugby League, but are a mix of amusing anecdotes from his life and the characters he has come into contact with. Ideal for both mixed and all male audiences.

JOSH DANIELS (A) – Comedy Entertainer. Really making a name for himself, Josh is an all round comedy entertainer. Stand up, observational and traditional humour, Josh is one of the few comedians able to bridge the gap between mainstream and alternative comedy. His forte is the unique parodies he performs with guitar and never fails to bring the house down.

STAN TAYLOR (A) – Speaker famous for his legendary “Submarine routine” A great story teller and life president of the Comedians’ Golfing Society.

NORMAN PRINCE (A) – Former “Houghton Weavers” frontman, and now BBC Radio presenter. Very clean speaker looking at the differing dialects across Britain, coupled with a number of stories of well remembered radio “outtakes”

HARRY GRATION (A) – From BBC’s Look North. Popular broadcaster / presenter, and also very accomplished after dinner speaker. Formerly part of Super League, Harry has a vast knowledge of sport, particularly rugby.

CHRISTA ACKROYD (A) – As Harry’s co presenter, Christa has a career steeped in the broadcasting and the media. Former journalist, now has her own page in the Sunday Express, as well as her show on Radio Leeds, and BBC Look North.

MIKE FARRELL (A) – Very dry after dinner speaker from Yorkshire, with a laid back approach, and over 30 years in the business.

GARY MARSHALL (A) – Original and fresh observational stand up comedian / speaker. Taking a rye look at life. Very entertaining, clean speaker who despite his 40 years, has been a professional comedian for over 20!

IAN RICHARDS (A) – A huge hit on golf events, Ian is a former cabaret comedian, who made the transition to After Dinner Speaker in 1990. A keen sportsman, he has been the chosen entertainer for many testimonial dinners, and is even capable of tailoring the speech to suit a particular brief if required.

SID DENNIS (A) – The Scrapmetal man from Skegness, or Metal Recycler! Growing up in the family business established in 1884, Sid’s inventive capacity to relate his life in an imaginative and entertaining manner is always a hit with audiences.

BILLY BEAN (A) – Corporate speaker / comedian. Delivers a speech ideally suited to the audience. Humour and anecdotes always appreciated and never failing to hit the mark.

DUSTY YOUNG (A) – One of Ireland’s greatest exports. Has sold more tapes as a comedian than any other within the British Isles. Now an after dinner speaker, with a simple daft approach to life. No bad language, just typical Irish humour.

MICKEY GUNN (A) – The pransome hince of Comedy. Known as the originator of the spoonersim version of Cinderalls, Mickey is a first class corporate comedian, suited to all male or mixed events, and a particular favourite at golf clubs.

GERVAISE PHINN (A) – Former Schools Inspector, author, broadcaster and after dinner speaker. A natural storyteller, he combines the timing of the professional comedian with palpable warmth and the ability to deliver a message that is just more than just a series of jokes.

AUSTIN MITCHELL (A) – One of the longest serving politicians in the region, former television presenter.

MIKE COWAN (A) – Former Yorkshire and England fast bowler alongside Fred Trueman, Mike then went on to become regional sales director for Penguin Books. An honourary Rotarian, Mike’s speech is not only about sport, but also humour, and provides an ideal finish to a conference, dinner, as guest speaker or comedian.

BARRY ROBERTS (A) – Former scriptwriter and programme consultant. Barry also has the ability to tailor his speech to suit the particular client, and has even written speeches for a number of top sportsmen and celebrities.

DEREK HATTON (A) – The infamous Liverpool Councillor! Popular media figure with his own regular radio show on Century Radio. A non political speech based on his life and loves.

IAN KEABLE (B) – Brilliant comedy mindreader, magician and after dinner speaker. An act combing comedy speaking and magic. Ian started out as a stand up working the Comedy Store and similar venues before developing the magic side to suit a corporate audience.

JOHN HOTOWKA (B) – An unforgettable evening of magic, comedy and good natured audience participation is the best way to describe John’s act, which has taken him across Europe and the Middle East. He can also incorporate close up magic into the evening.

LEE LARD – TRIBUTE TO PETER KAY (A) - The only Peter Kay tribute act in the country – and the best! Lee not only looks like Peter, sounds like Peter – but is also as funny as Peter. From comedy characters, to regular stand up, Lee is not only packing audiences, but bringing a breath of fresh air to the comedy circuit.

LEA ROBERTS (A) – Lea, a welder by trade rose to National fame when he slaughtered the competition in ITV “Stand Up Britain” Comedy talent trail in 2002. Before then, Lea had built up a strong reputation as one of the most up and coming after dinner speakers in the country. His broad Yorkshire accent and relaxed style makes him a hit with audiences

JOHNNIE CASSON (B) - Widely regarded as one of the funniest comedians in the country by his comedy peers. Peter Kay’s hero and simply a clean funny comedian taking a look at his downtrodden life as a Yorkshireman. Traditional and topical humour.

MICK MILLER (B) – From the original TV show – THE COMEDIANS and with an act that is as fresh today as it was 25 years ago. Known for being a Max Wall lookalike, Mick’s act is observational humour on modern day life. Simply a very funny man.

PATRICK TANSEY (B) – Another Irish speaker. Clean Irish humour, yet incorporating his infamous “This is Your Life” routine aimed at an unsuspecting member of the audience.

STEPHEN SMITH (B) – Yorkshire Solicitor / Author and Broadcaster. Thoroughly entertaining speaker, with a wealth of knowledge from his legal career. Has represented many celebrity clients including Prince Nazeem Hamed, and Adam Faith, and has written numerous books based around his love of comedy and law.

JOHN KETTLEY (B) - arguably Britain's most famous and favourite weather presenter. After Dinner Speaker, TV presenter and regular panellist. The only weatherman with a song named after him!

IAN McCASKILL (B) – Former weather presenter, now semi – retired. Fellow of the Meteorological Society, and entertaining, if not a little eccentric, after dinner speaker!

NICK OWEN (B) – Once the original king of morning and daytime TV. Now BBC anchorman for Midlands Today regional news programme.

DAVID KENDALL (B) – Former Bank Manager and famed speaker. Highly regarded entertaining speaker with a typical Yorkshire sense of humour.

JOHN VIRGO (B) – Former snooker star, and now regular BBC snooker commentator. John became a household name when he became Jim Davidson’s sidekick on BBC’s “Big Break” and following several successful series, has gone on star in Pantomime every year and guest on numerous TV shows.

CLIVE GREENAWAY (B) – Otherwise known as the “Driving Instructor.” The only man television companies call on for learner driving programmes, including Comic Relief and Celebrity Driving School. Former Army Tank driver, Clive has been professional speaker since 1992.

DAVID GUNSON (B) – Former Air Traffic Controller. The man behind the top selling tape “What goes up, must come down.” Much sought after speaker.

STEVE NALLON (B) – One of the country’s leading impressionists best known as the only Margaret Thatcher impersonator. Was the leading impressionist on Spitting Image and as a speaker goes through an array of popular characters. Will also liase with the client to personalise the speech.

IAN IRVING (B) – As a cabaret performer, Ian has supported such names as Lionel Richie, Elkie Brooks, Jimmy Tarbuck, The Drifters, and many more. As an after dinner speaker, Ian has worked all over the world, including many golf classics, company dinners and sporting events in USA, South Africa, and Portugal. He is also able to tailor the act to suit the particular client.

DR KEVIN JONES (B) – Consultant, and former junior at Barts Hospital. Very dry sense of humour, with a dark view on the Health Service. Very tongue in cheek.

BARRY WILLIAMS (B) – After dinner comedian / speaker. Very entertaining general speaker. Always a hit, with an act to suit all audiences.

MIKE CRAIG (B) – Former comedy writer and TV Producer. Has written for many of the great comedy stars of the past, and now retells those routines, including the famous “Box” routine. Spends most of his time on the cruise ships, with his very engaging personality.

TIM VINE (B) - He is a joke machine gun, rattling out one joke after another in quick succession. At full pelt Tim sprays out 10 jokes a minute. Keep the laughs short he’s got a lot to get through.
Hosted his own shows “Fluke”, “Whittle” and “Housemates” and has guested on” Des O Connor”, “Jim Davidson Presents”, “Night Fever”, “Call My Bluff” and “Stand up Show.” Also a regular on the current “Sketch Show” on ITV.

MAL RICH (B) - One of the reasons he is so successful in the corporate field, is due to the fact that he is able to personalise much of his material towards the company, its employees and clients. His act features a unique routine where he invites the audience to beat him to the punchline in a series of one-liners and, if requested, a really funny “This is Your Life” routine can be aimed at a specific victim!

GARRY RICHARDSON (B) – BBC TV Sports presenter and broadcaster. R4’s Today programme sports presenter, plus Wimbledon, World Snooker and many others. A fast moving monologue of stories from his life, 25 years of broadcasting and many topical one liners!

DENIS BUNDY (B) – Very entertaining After Dinner Speaker, known for his unique “Tribute to Tommy Cooper” routine, that proves a hit with all events – golf days, conferences, Round Table, Sports Dinners.

DUGGIE BROWN (B) – Former TV “Comedian” known for his “parrot” sketch! One of the finest after dinner comedians on the circuit, and now also a popular actor, seen recently on Brookside

DAVE WOLFE (B) – The King of Corporate! Very clever approach to after dinner speaking, with a personalised speech tailored specifically to the audience.

JOHN SIMONETT (B) – Specialising in corporate events, John is able to absorb a brief and make each performance relative to the audience. As a bonus, he is also able to complement his speech with clever and amusing magic, introduced as a surprise, and performed in a business-like, matter-of-fact manner. His blend of topical humour and magic - tailored to a client’s specific brief - provides a unique and refreshingly different alternative to the traditional after-dinner speaker.

VINCE EARLE (B) – “Ron Dixon” in Brookside, and originally a stand up comedian. Very entertaining speaker, laced with stand up jokes and TV stories.

NORMAN COLLIER (B) – Made his name in the 70s and 80s in numerous TV shows. Is known for his comedy routines, and particularly the “chicken” routine!

FRED DINENAGE (B) - Fred was an original host on the childrens science programme 'How?' and has a wealth of hilarious TV experiences. Very popular and sought after speaker, particularly in the South of England, where he still presents the local news and events show Monday to Friday.

DON McLEAN (B) – Very popular corporate after dinner speaker. Much in demand for his ultra clean brand of comedy.

JOHN STALKER - (B) – Former Assistant Chief Constable for Manchester Constabulary. Outspoken former policeman turned TV presenter and crime expert.

DAVID HAMILTON (B) – One of Britain’s best known Radio and TV personalities. Now with Worthing’s Splash FM and as an after dinner speaking regales some of the many behind the scenes “cock-ups” that have occurred over his long career.

STEVE WOMACK (B) – The complete after dinner entertainer. A combination of comedy, guitar, and musical ditties written and performed by Steve. In demand.

JOHN CUGLEY (B) – Corporate lawyer and one of the country’s leading rowing historians. His speech is best described as “Clive Anderson with a hint of Terry Thomas”, delivered by his deep mahogany voice!

TONY BALL MBE (B) - Tony Ball is acknowledged internationally as one of Britain’s top marketeers and most popular public speakers. A brilliant motivator, humorist and raconteur, Tony started his career as an apprentice on the shop floor of the Austin Motor Company and rose to become its youngest ever Sales Director. He’s the man who actually launched the legendary MINI in the swinging 60’s.

JOHN McVICAR (C) – The infamous armed robber, now working as a journalist for past 20 years. Made the headlines recently following a successful libel action brought against by Linford Christie.

JENNIE BOND (C) – Popular former BBC Royal Correspondent who really caught the public’s eye after being runner up on ITV’s “I’m a Celebrity – Get Me Out Of Here!” Now a regular contributor to documentaries and has recently presented her own show charting the life of the Royals.

WILLIAM ROACH (C) – Aka Ken Barlow from Coronation Street. Bill has played the part for over 40 years and established himself as one of Britain’s best loved soap stars.

CLIVE COLEMAN (C) - barrister, leading television comedy writer, after diner and motivational speaker working with a raft of top UK based and international companies and organisations (Microsoft, Cisco, O2, BT, Fiat, DAF etc).
Writer of BBC Sitcom “Chambers” and legal consultant and scriptwriter to “The Bill.” www.clivecoleman.co.uk

HAZEL IRVINE (C) – One of the BBC’s most experiences and popular Sport presenters. With a wealth of regional BBC Scotland shows to her name (from joining in 1990) Hazel has since become the face of BBC Sport, covering events such as The London Marathon, World Snooker, The Open and Athletic to name a few.

PERRY McCARTHY (C) – aka “The Stig” from Top Gear. Perry is one of Britain’s top racing drivers, and probably Britain’s unluckiest! Gives a highly amusing insight into the World’s most glamorous sport, and looks back on his career at the top and the bottom, spanning 20 years.

NEIL & CHRISTINE HAMILTON (C) No strangers to the media they are engaging personalities and highly entertaining speakers – either together or separately. These two have ‘enjoyed’ a wide range of experiences – life in and around Westminster as MP and spouse, roughing it in the “I’m a Celebrity…” Jungle, closely documented by Louis Theroux, the trauma of bankruptcy, numerous high profile and costly court battles, being accused of rape, arrested by the police and, after all that and much more, making a fresh start, re-building their lives and forging a successful media and showbiz career. They are guaranteed to charm any audience both before, during and after their speech.



BARRY CRYER (D) – Comedy scriptwriter, and the man behind many well known classic comedy sketches. Will personalise the speech to the occasion, and is writes much material for most top comedians.

GYLES BRANDRETH (C) – Thespian, writer, broadcaster, editor, former politician and very entertaining after dinner speaker. Holds the World Record for the longest AD speech, lasting 12hours!

JIM BOWEN (C) – From TV’s “Bullseye” and “The Comedians.” Former comedian, now speaker focusing on the amusing characters who have appeared on the show over the years. Very entertaining.

ADRIAN WALSH (C) – The Encyclopaedia of comedy. Able to tailor his act to suit the client, with his laid back Irish observational humour appreciated by audiences both sides of the Atlantic.

KEVIN CONNELLY (C) – Regarded as possibly the finest impressionist / after dinner entertainers in the business. As heard on Radio’s “Dead Ringers”

BOB “The Cat” BEVAN (C) – Former Goalkeeper and often seen on BBC’s Aunties Bloomers. Very popular speaker / comedian.

DENNIS TAYLOR (C) – World Snooker Champion of 1985, and now regular commentator, presenter. Dennis is a very entertaining after dinner speaker, with his clean Irish blarney, or can be booked to work round a snooker table, where his trick shots and rapport are best appreciated.

BILL TIDY (C) – Well known cartoonist and TV panel guest. Incorporates cartoons into the speech, which involves a huge scroll across the room. Entertaining, and something a little different.

GRAHAM DAVIES - (C) – Former barrister, but no stuffy legal stories! Tailored to the client, Graham is the corporate man for all occasions. A plausible imposter, AD speaker / presenter, scriptwriter, AD tutor. His speech can best be described as topical, sharp, precise, tailored punchy delivered wit.

NICHOLAS PARSONS (C) – From TV’s “Sale of The Century” and now touring with the “Rocky Horror Show.” Nicholas has been the star of many TV shows, theatre shows since the 1950s. Along with touring his own one man show, Nicholas is also a much in demand after dinner speaker.

MATTHEW PARRIS - (D) – Former Conservative MP, television presenter, and now journalist and parliamentary sketch writer.

JAMES WHITAKER (D) – Britain’s favourite Royal Correspondent. In a career spanning over 35 years, James has covered most leading Royal stories. His is a Royal biographer, regular television guest and has been a journalist with the Daily Mirror for the past 20 years.

MICHAEL PORTILLO (D) – Conservative MP for Kensington and Chelsea, broadcaster, company director, journalist and very entertaining after dinner speaker.

TIFF NEEDELL (D) – Former Racing Driver turned television presenter. Originally part of the TopGear team, Tiff has since become one of Channel 5’s most popular presenters and is still seen on shows such as “Fifth Gear.” His entertaining speech centres around the racing and television car world.

JOHN PARROTT MBE (D) – World Snooker Champion of 1991. Now popular TV presenter, commentator, and guest captain of BBC’s “Question of Sport.” Very entertaining speaker, and a great socialiser and personality.

QUENTIN WILSON - (D) – Former Top Gear presenter, now hosting Fifth Gear, alongside other car related shows, and has a regular column in National newspaper. A rather politically incorrect speaker, but rather entertaining!

DAVE SPIKEY (D) - Alias Jerry The Saint Sinclair – The compere without compare on TV’s Phoenix Nights. Dave co-writes the Peter Kay TV shows, and is a huge hit on the London Comedy Circuit, as well as many corporate events. Dave is a former North West Comedian of the Year, and has appeared on numerous TV shows.

JOHN SIMPSON (D) – World Affairs editor for BBC, presenter and superb speaker. Draws on his vast experiences around the world, highlighted by his 2000 BAFTA Award for News and Current Affairs.

TOM O' CONNOR (D) – Former game show host, known for 'Name That Tune', 'Crosswits' and 'Gambit', but also a household name with a number of his own TV shows to his credit. One of the most popular after dinner speakers on the circuit today, and always in demand for company events, particularly golf based.

DOMINIC HOLLAND (D) – TV and Radio star. Has appeared on numerous TV shows, including the Royal Variety Performance, 'They Think Its All Over', and 'Des O'Connor Tonight'.

BOBBY DAVRO (D) – Comedian and impressionist. Starred in six of his own TV series, and also Channel 4's “The Games”, and is a stalwart of live comedy. Bobby currently appears in 'Eastenders'. .

RICHARD DIGANCE (D) – BAFTA Nominee in 1990 for best British Comedian, and one of the most original and entertaining comedy performers on the circuit today.

FRANK CARSON (D) – The infamous Irishman! One of the funniest men on the planet – just ask him! A barrage of gags, and always gives great value for money.

OMID DJALILI (D) – Britain’s only Iranian comic appears in many Hollywood blockbuster films, and his own Saturday night show on BBC1. Omid is a very entertaining stand up.

CRAIG CHARLES (D) – Star of 'Robot Wars' and 'Red Dwarf', but is now best known for his part as Lloyd Mullaney in Coronation Street.

NICK LEESON (D) – The infamous man who “brought down” the Barings Bank. Following bankruptcy, successfully beating cancer and having a film made of his life, Nick has been through more than most people can imagine. A very entertaining and honest look at his life.

JEREMY VINE (D) – Former Newsnight presenter, and popular radio broadcaster. Recently presented the 'Jeremy Vine Meets……', a series of high profile celebrity interviews.

FRED MacAULEY (D) – Accountant turned stand-up, Fred also hosts the most popular breakfast show on Scottish radio. Many guest appearances including 'The 11 O Clock Show', and 'McCoist and MacAuley' on BBC Scotland.

LEE HURST (E) – Became the most recognisable comedy face on TV during his “They Think It’s All Over” days, before shunning television to set up his own successful comedy club in London.

ROSS NOBLE (E) – Perrier Award Nominee and Time Out Award Winning Comedian. A regular touring comedian in the UK, but also a big name in Australia, where he performs annually.

JIMMY CARR (E) - Jimmy is the winner of a variety of awards, including the Time Out Comedy Awards in 2003, and the Silver Rose of Montreux in the same year for Best Game Show (‘Your Face Or Mine’), and was also a nominee for the Perrier Award in 2002. More recently, Jimmy has hosted the Channel 4 show '8 Out Of 10 Cats', and has performed on a sold out nationwide tour.

CLIVE ANDERSON (E)– Chat show host, fixture on a variety of comedy shows including 'Whose Line Is It Anyway' and 'QI', and the new host of 'Mastermind'. Quick witted former lawyer, and very entertaining speaker.

WILLIAM HAGUE (E) – Former leader of the Conservative party, now a front bench MP, columnist, broadcaster and speaker. Very entertaining.

JOHN SERGEANT (E) – BBC Chief Political Correspondent from 1992 – 2000. A former comedy performer before spending 35 years in TV, he was once described by Ian Hislop as being one of the funniest guests ever to appear on the show 'Have I Got News For You'.

JEFF GREEN (E) – A regular on the 'Stand Up Show', 'The Jeff Green Show', and numerous other TV comedy shows.

TONY ROBINSON (E) – One of the stars of Blackadder, and countless other shows. Now presenting Time Team, Tony is available either as an entertaining after dinner speaker, or as himself for dinner, followed by appearing as Baldrick in character, to a tailored script. Great value and something a little different.

ARDAL O’ HANLON (E) – Star of Father Ted, and more recently My Hero. He is also a best selling novelist and Perrier Comedy Award Winner.

JON CULSHAW (E) – The star of BBC’s 'Dead Ringers' and ITV's '2DTV', and also 'The Jon Culshaw Show' on ITV. John was also a regular on Piccadilly Key 103 in Manchester, Captial Radio in London, and BBC Radio 1, before moving to regular TV work as an impressionist.

IAN HISLOP (E) – Ian has steered Private Eye to commercial success in his tenure as editor, without losing any of its bite, though he has managed to lose the odd law suit! Equally well-known as a team captain on 'Have I Got News For You', and a prolific writer and commentator.

CHRIS BARRIE (E) – The star of 'The Brittas Empire' and 'Red Dwarf'. Chris is a superb after dinner speaker.

ALISTAIR McGOWAN (F) – Star of his own BBC1 show 'The Big Impression' and one of Britain’s brightest impressionists. Mimics anyone in the public eye, most notably David Beckham, and also writes a sports column for the Daily Telegraph.

DERREN BROWN (E) - Star of Channel 4’s “Derren Brown: Mind Control” and other TV shows. Derren can work either by mingling amongst guests allowing them to experience his powers quite uniquely, or as a 45minute stage show.

JIMMY TARBUCK OBE (F) – One of Liverpool’s greatest comedy exports. Legendary comedian, with vast experience as a game show and television host.

JACK DEE (F) – Dead pan comedian and actor. Originally known for his role in the John Smith's adverts, Jack has fronted his own Saturday night show, and won Celebrity Big Brother. Now starring in his own sitcom on BBC2, 'Lead Balloon'.

RORY BREMNER (F) – The famed impressionist and political observer. Star of stage and television, best known from the Channel 4 satirical show, 'Bremner, Bird and Fortune', and the BBC2 panel show 'Mock The Week'.

JASPER CARROTT OBE (F) – Ever popular comedian from Birmingham. Starred in TV’s 'The Detectives' and recently the prime-time BBC1 sitcom 'All About Me', but perhaps best known for 'Canned Carrott', 'Carrott’s Commercial Breakdown' and many more. His tours still sell out instantly.

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Vince Earl Comedian/Actor
David East Cricket
Ray East Cricket
Phil Edmonds Cricket
Frances Edmonds T.V. Presenter/Author
Dave Edmondson M.C.
Alex Ferguson Fooball
Sir Ranulph Fiennes  
Micky Finn Comedian
Paul Fletcher Football
Brendan Foster Athletics
Graeme Fowler Cricket
John Francome  MBE Horse Racing
Ray French Rugby
Sir David Frost T.V. Personality
Brodi Fry Comedian
Barry Fry Football
John Gidman Football
Johnny Giles Football
Robbie Glen Ex Prison Governor
Graham Gooch  OBE Cricket
Duncan Goodhew Swimming
Peter Goodwright Impressionist
David Gower Cricket
Tom Graveney Cricket
Eddie Gray Football
Jimmy Greaves Football
Paddy Green Comedian
Debbie Greenwood T.V. Personality
Terry Griffiths Snooker
Bruce Grobbelaar Football
Tony Gubba Sports Presenter
David Gunson Air Traffic Controller
Jeremy Guscott Rugby
Reg Gutteridge Boxing
Keith Hackett Football
Sir   Richard Hadlee Cricket
Stuart Hall T.V. Personality
Alan Hansen Football
Aiden J. Harvey Impressionist
Gavin Hastings Rugby
Derek Hatton Former Politician
Buzz Hawkins Creator of the Bradshaws
Alex Hay Golf
Brian Hayhurst M.C.
Warren Hegg Cricket
Mike Hendrick Cricket
Rachel Heyhoe        Flint Cricket
Jimmy Hill Football
Ian Hislop T.V. Personality
Michael Howard Politician
Roy Hood Comedian
Emlyn Hughes Football
Roger Hunt Football
Norman Hunter Football
Geoff Hurst Football
Tony Jacklin Golf
Brian Jacks Judo
Aaron James Impressionist
Christopher Martin Jenkins Cricket
Pat Jennings Football
David Johnstone Football
Dr. Kevin Jones Heart Consultant
Eric Jones Retired Police Officer
John   Harvey Jones  
Henry Kelly T.V. Personality
Mike Kelly T.V. Personality
David Kendal Retired Bank Manager
Alan Kennedy Football
Steve Kindon Football
Mike King Comedian
Neville King Comedian
Neil Kinnock Politician
Bobby Knutt Comedian
Allan Lamb Cricket
Mike Lancaster Comedian
Denis Law Football
David Lawrence Cricket
Mark Lawrenson Football
Ian   'sludge' Lees Comedian
Canon  Don Lewis Personality Speaker
Tony Lewis Cricket
Dennis Lillee Cricket
Gary Lineker Football
Andy Lloyd Cricket
Clive Lloyd Cricket
David Lloyd Cricket
Nat Lofthouse Cricket
Brian London Boxing
Joe Lydon Boxing
Rodney Marsh Football
Gary Mason Boxing
Willie   John McBride Rugby
Perry McCarthy Motor Racing
Don McClean Comedian
John McCrirrick Horse Racing
Glen McCrory Boxing
Alistair McGowan Impressionist
John McGrath Football
Barry McGuigan Boxing
Wilf McGuinnes Football
Duncan McKenzie Football
Frank McLintock Football
Lawrie McMenemy Football
Paul Melba Impressionist
David Mellor Politician
Geoff Miller Cricket
Mick Miller Comedian
Trelford Mills Ex  Football Referee
Alan Minter Boxing
Andy Moles Cricket
Peter Moloney Benedictine speaker 1990
Adrian Moorhouse Swimming
Johnny Moore Impressionist
Brian   Voyle Morgan Raconteur
Cliff Morgan Rugby
John Morris Cricket
Hugh Morris Cricket
Stirling Moss Motor Racing
John Motson T.V. Personality
Frank Muir T.V. Personality
Alan Mullery Football
Pat Murphy T.V. Personality
Alex Murphy Rugby
Mark Nicholas Cricket
Robert Norster Rugby
Lord  John Oaksey Horse Racing
Danny O'Hara Comedian
Keith O'Keefe Top Guest Dinner Speaker
Mike Osman Impressionist
Nick Owen T.T. Personality
Peter Parfitt Cricket
Michael Parkinson T.V. Personality
Sid   The Parrot Comedian
John Parrot Snooker
Alan Parry Sky T.V. Football Com
John Parry Former Wimbledon Ref
Nicholas Parsons T.V. Personality
Cynthia Payne Club Hostess/Madame Cyn
Mary Peters Athletics
Martin Peters Football
Judge  James Pickles Former Circuit Judge
David Pleat Football
Michael Portillo Politician
Linda  Lee Potter Media
Derek Pringle Cricket
Jeff Probyn Rugby
Prof.   David Purdie Gynaecologist
Derek Quinell Rugby
Chris Rae Rugby
Clare Raynor Agony Aunt
Ray Reardon Snooker
Steven Redgrave Rower
Dermot Reeve Cricket
James  H. Reeve Radio Presenter
Don Reid Comedian
Tim Rice T.V. Personality
Dean Richards Rugby
Gary Richardson T.V. Personality
Angela Rippon T.V. Personality
Barry Roberts Script writer
Ian Robertson Rugby/Racing Corresponse
Tim Robinson Cricket
Bobby Robson Football
Jim Rosenthal T.V. Personality
Jack Rowell Rugby
Joe Royle Football
Jamie Salmon Rugby
George Scanlon Football
Peter Scudamore Horse Racing
Helen Sharman Astronaut
Jack Simmons  MBE Cricket
Diane Simpson HandWriting Expert
Alan Simpson Scriptwriter
Gary Skyner Comedian
Fergus Slattery Rugby
Gladstone Small Cricket
Harvey Smith Show Jumper
Steve Smith Rugby
Paul Smith Cricket
Tommy Smith  MBE Football
Ian St John Football
John Stalker Former Police Chief
David Steele Comedian
Alec Stuart Golf   P.G.A. Instructer
Mickey Stuart Cricket
Ronny Stuart Cricket
Nobby Stiles Comedian
John Sterling Football
John   H. Stracey Boxing
Mike Summerbee Football
John Surtees Motor Racing
Tommy Sutton Comedian
Rosie Swale Explorer
Pat Tansey Comedian
Jimmy Tarbuck Comedian
Chris Tarrant T.V. Personality
Dennis Taylor Snooker
Stan Taylor Ex Sub Mariner
Gordon Taylor Football
Graham Taylor Football
Greg Thomas Cricket
Bill Thompson   MBE Rugby
Alan Titchmarsh T.V. Personality
Barry Took BBC Scriptwriter
Ven Tracey Comedian
Rory Underwood Rugby
Roger Uttley Rugby
Terry Venables Football
John Virgo Snooker
Johnny Wager Comedian
Peter Walker Cricket
Murray Walker Motor Racing
Roy Walker Comedian
Billie Walker Boxing
Anna Walker T.V. Personality
Capt. Brian Walpole Ex British Airways Pilot