Royal Philatelic Society President‘s Dinner 2018

London Master of Ceremonies and Toastmaster at Royal Philatelic Society President‘s Dinner 2018 Richard Birtchnell

My second gig of the week – acting as Master of Ceremonies and Toastmaster for the Royal Philatelic Society President‘s Dinner at Banqueting House Whitehall

London Master of Ceremonies and Toastmaster at Royal Philatelic Society President‘s Dinner 2018 Richard Birtchnell

London Master of Ceremonies and Toastmaster at Royal Philatelic Society President‘s Dinner 2018 Richard Birtchnell

Some jobs are so big we need more than one Toastmaster… here with colleagues Mark Greatbatch and Graham Dorward

London Master of Ceremonies and Toastmaster at Royal Philatelic Society President‘s Dinner 2018 Richard Birtchnell

Legend John Cleese was the guest speaker

London Master of Ceremonies and Toastmaster at Royal Philatelic Society President‘s Dinner 2018 Richard Birtchnell

450 Guests enjoy the magnificent surroundings of this former Royal palace with its Rubens ceiling

London Master of Ceremonies and Toastmaster at Royal Philatelic Society President‘s Dinner 2018 Richard Birtchnell

Banqueting staff briefing

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

Royal Philatelic Society President‘s Dinner 2018

Indian Wedding O2 Intercontinental Hotel 2018

Indian Wedding O2 Intercontinental Hotel 2018 : This is a massive 60 foot screen

I was hired as a wedding Master of Ceremonies and Toastmaster for an Indian wedding celebration at the O2 Intercontinental hotel on the Greenwich peninsula.

Indian Wedding O2 Intercontinental Hotel 2018 : Me, the London Toastmaster, just before proceedings got under way

Posing for a photo just before I get the wedding reception under way.

Indian Wedding O2 Intercontinental Hotel 2018 : Fruit display during cocktail reception

Fruit display during cocktail reception

Indian Wedding O2 Intercontinental Hotel 2018 : Champagne and strawberries being prepared for 700 guests

Champagne and strawberries being prepared for 700 guests

Indian Wedding O2 Intercontinental Hotel 2018 : This is a massive 60 foot screen

This is a massive 60 foot screen

Indian Wedding O2 Intercontinental Hotel 2018 : The ballroom can seat 2,400. We were only 700

The ballroom can seat 2,400. We were only 700

Indian Wedding O2 Intercontinental Hotel 2018 : Cake by Maya Dahlia

Cake by Maya Dahlia

Indian Wedding O2 Intercontinental Hotel 2018 : the venue before the guests arrived

Indian Wedding O2 Intercontinental Hotel 2018 : Table decorations

First dance with dry ice…

Indian Wedding O2 Intercontinental Hotel 2018 : First dance with dry ice…

First dance with dry ice…

Indian Wedding O2 Intercontinental Hotel 2018 : …. and fireworks

…. and fireworks

Are You Planning an Indian Wedding?

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

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

Indian Wedding O2 Intercontinental Hotel 2018

Wedding Reception at the Savoy 2018

Wedding Master of Ceremonies & Toastmaster at Savoy Wedding 2018

Back in July I was privileged to be hired as a wedding Master of Ceremonies and Toastmaster for a weekend wedding reception held at The Savoy which was full of glitz and glamour.

Wedding Master of Ceremonies & Toastmaster at Savoy Wedding 2018 : Guest name cards showing table placings hung from a tree.

Guest name cards showing table placings hung from a tree.

Wedding Master of Ceremonies & Toastmaster at Savoy Wedding 2018 : Frank Sinatra aka David Alacey entertained guests with his showgirls

Frank Sinatra aka David Alacey entertained guests with his showgirls

Wedding Master of Ceremonies & Toastmaster at Savoy Wedding 2018 : Bride and groom in reflective pose

Bride and groom in reflective pose

Wedding Master of Ceremonies & Toastmaster at Savoy Wedding 2018 : Toastmaster has many jobs.. often taking care of Bride’s bouquet

Toastmaster has many jobs.. often taking care of Bride’s bouquet

Wedding Master of Ceremonies & Toastmaster at Savoy Wedding 2018 : Bride and Groom on platform in Ballroom

Bride and Groom on platform in Ballroom

Wedding Master of Ceremonies & Toastmaster at Savoy Wedding 2018 : A moment with showgirls in complimenting colour

A moment with showgirls in complimenting colour

Wedding Master of Ceremonies & Toastmaster at Savoy Wedding 2018 : First Dance

The Bride and Groom’s First Dance

Are You Planning a Wedding?

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

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

Wedding Reception at the Savoy 2018

APL - Association des Parents Lycée Français Charles de Gaulle 2018

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

Are You Hosting a Corporate Event?

In Need of a Toastmaster?

If you are organising or planning an event and are looking to hire a professional Toastmaster, Master of Ceremonies or MC, 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

Tel: 020 7730 3725

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APL - Association des Parents Lycée Français Charles de Gaulle 2018

Indian Wedding at the Grand Connaught Rooms

Asian Wedding Toastmaster Indian Wedding Grand Connaught Rooms in London

This was my last engagement before Christmas… an Indian wedding celebration at the Grand Connaught Rooms, London.

Are You Looking To Hire Wedding Toastmaster?

If you are organising an Asian wedding and are looking to hire a professional  wedding Toastmaster, Master of Ceremonies or MC, 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

Tel: 020 7730 3725

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Richard-Birtchnell-The-London-Toastmaster/440663422633047

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How To Find The London Toastmaster

Indian Wedding at the Grand Connaught Rooms

Guildhall Christmas Lunches 2017

London Toastmaster at Guildhall Christmas Lunches 2017

During the festive season, I acted as Toastmaster in the City of London’s beautiful and historic Guildhall for the first of three Corporation staff’s Christmas lunches. The other two follow in sequential days. This way 1,800 staff attend covering all departments such as today’s – Barbican, Police, Schools, Surveyors, Built Environment. I have acted at these lunches for more than ten years. Great fun with a measure of formality.

DAY TWO : More Christmas Hats

Day two of The Christmas lunches at Guildhall and some of the best Christmas hats which include Santa’s sleigh, Battle of Britain Spitfires and a swan. The departments represented on this day were Chamberlains, Open Spaces, Central Criminal Court, City Solicitors, Children’s and Community Services.

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Are You Looking To Hire a MC or Toastmaster?

If you are organising a corporate dinner or event and are looking to hire a professional Toastmaster, Master of Ceremonies or MC, 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

Tel: 020 7730 3725

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Richard-Birtchnell-The-London-Toastmaster/440663422633047

Twitter: https://twitter.com/ldntoastmaster

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ToastmastersLondon

Google+: https://plus.google.com/110772715449422218146/about

How To Find The London Toastmaster

Guildhall Christmas Lunches 2017

Chatham House Prize Ceremony 2015

The London Toastmaster at the Chatham House Prize 2015

I was privileged to be Toastmaster at the 2015 Chatham House Prize ceremony, presented by HRH The Princess Royal to Dr Joanne Liu, President of Médecins Sans Frontières.

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The photographs show:

1. I remember our conversation was friendly but the picture suggests otherwise..


2. Acting as Master of Ceremonies


3. Dr Joanne Liu made a beautiful acceptance speech which honoured those of her colleagues who were killed and injured at the hospital in Kunduz and those who lost their lives during the Ebola crisis.


4. This is why we Toastmasters wear red, I am reminded by my colleague Geoff Harris.

Are You Organising a Prize Giving Event?

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If you are arranging a corporate dinner or event and are looking to hire a Toastmaster, Master of Ceremonies or MC, 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

Tel: 020 7730 3725

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Richard-Birtchnell-The-London-Toastmaster/440663422633047

Twitter: https://twitter.com/ldntoastmaster

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Chatham House Prize Ceremony 2015

Interview at Radio Chelsea and Westminster

Radio Chelsea and Westminster

I was at Chelsea and Westminster hospital Radio being interviewed by good friend Anna Pangbourne and congratulate her on running a lively and interesting show. Somewhat ironic that I am here again just twelve hours after admitting myself to A&E having fallen off a stage the previous night in uniform in front of hundreds with a gash in my arm needing stitches. But hey, couldn’t be in a better place or in safer hands. Lucky me. Amazing NHS and caring staff.

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Are You Looking To Hire a Toastmaster or MC?

If you are arranging a corporate dinner or event and are looking to hire a Toastmaster, Master of Ceremonies or MC, 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

Tel: 020 7730 3725

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Richard-Birtchnell-The-London-Toastmaster/440663422633047

Twitter: https://twitter.com/ldntoastmaster

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ToastmastersLondon

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Interview at Radio Chelsea and Westminster

Asian Hindu Wedding held at Marriot Grosvenor Square London

Asian Toastmaster at Hindu held at Wedding Marriot Grosvenor Square London

Richard Birtchnell is The Asian Wedding Toastmaster

Privileged as always to participate in a Hindu wedding celebration. At the Marriott Grosvenor Square. Working alongside Veer Events, Mahraj Vaisnava, DJ Krash at Devine Music, harpist Melissa Parmar, photographer Dino Jeram,and videographer Chris Jolly.

Photos include:

• The happy couple, Amish and Hatal


• Family group photos after the ceremony


• If you didn’t know it, the swastika was originally an Indian religious icon and still today a sacred symbol in Hinduism. Even the word ‘swastika’ is Sanskrit for ‘prosperity and well being’.


• Creative arrangement of reception cocktails


• The game of ‘Koda Kodi’ played by the couple whereby they search for a ring in opaque coloured liquid and whoever finds it first is deemed to be the ‘ruler’ of the household. The priest will adjudicate and organise the best of three or five attempts until the bride comes out on top. But of course!


• The ‘Ace of Spades’ Champagne may be as expensive as the cake! Pure indulgence. Sheer luxury.


• The Best Man organises a flash mob to entertain couple


• Strictly the first dance. Unrepeatable. Then it’s a non-stop party to the end after a day of celebration which had begun at 8am

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Are You Looking To Hire a Wedding Toastmaster?

If you are arranging an Asian wedding (Hindu, Sikh or Muslim wedding) and are looking to hire a wedding Toastmaster or Master of Ceremonies, 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

Tel: 020 7730 3725

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Richard-Birtchnell-The-London-Toastmaster/440663422633047

Twitter: https://twitter.com/ldntoastmaster

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ToastmastersLondon

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Asian Hindu Wedding held at Marriot Grosvenor Square London

Spanish Chamber of Commerce AMG Dinner 2017

London Toastmaster Spanish Chamber of Commerce AMG Dinner 2017

Earlier in June, I acted as Toastmaster for the Spanish Chamber of Commerce at their AGM dinner held at Merchant Taylors’ Hall.

Do You Require the Services of a Master of Ceremonies?

If you are arranging a corporate reception or event and are looking to hire a Master of Ceremonies, 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

Tel: 020 7730 3725

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Richard-Birtchnell-The-London-Toastmaster/440663422633047

Twitter: https://twitter.com/ldntoastmaster

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ToastmastersLondon

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Spanish Chamber of Commerce AMG Dinner 2017

Wedding At Lords Cricket Ground 2016

Wedding Master of Ceremonies & Toastmaster at Lords Cricket Ground

Back in 2016, I was at Lord’s, the hallowed home of Cricket, as wedding Master of Ceremonies and Toastmaster.

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Are You Planning a Wedding?

Are You Looking For a Wedding Master of Ceremonies?

If you are arranging a society dinner or event and are looking to hire a Toastmaster or Master of Ceremonies, 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

Tel: 020 7730 3725

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Richard-Birtchnell-The-London-Toastmaster/440663422633047

Twitter: https://twitter.com/ldntoastmaster

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ToastmastersLondon

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Wedding At Lords Cricket Ground 2016

Wedding at Kensington Palace"s Orangery 2016

Richard Birtchnell acting as Wedding Toastmaster at Kensington Palace’s Orangery London

Back in 2016, I acted as wedding Toastmaster and Master of Ceremonies for a beautiful, elegant wedding at Kensington Palace’s Orangery

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Are You Looking For a Wedding Toastmaster ?

If you are arranging a wedding are looking to hire a wedding Toastmaster or Master of Ceremonies, contact Richard Birtchnell today on 020 7730 3725 or email him.

The London Wedding Toastmaster

Richard Birtchnell

45 Chelsea Gate

93 Ebury Bridge Road

London

SW1W 8RB

UK

Tel: 020 7730 3725

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Wedding at Kensington Palace"s Orangery 2016

CTT Systems Dinner at Le Beaujolais

London Toastmaster at CTT Systems Dinner held at Le Beaujolais London

I was Toastmaster for Swedish clients CTT Systems who manufacture aircraft humidification systems for a media dinner at my private dining club, Le Beaujolais in Covent Garden

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Are You Looking To Hire a Toastmaster?

If you are arranging a corporate dinner or event and are looking to hire a 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

Tel: 020 7730 3725

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Richard-Birtchnell-The-London-Toastmaster/440663422633047

Twitter: https://twitter.com/ldntoastmaster

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ToastmastersLondon

Google+: https://plus.google.com/110772715449422218146/about

CTT Systems Dinner at Le Beaujolais

The Painted Hall at the Old Royal Naval College Greenwich

The London Toastmaster in Greenwich

I love this wonderful building, indeed the whole estate of the Old Royal Naval College, with its beautifully proportioned classic facades, cloisters and columns. The magnificent Painted Hall is recognised as the greatest piece of decorative painting in England and has been described as the Sistine Chapel of the UK. Designed by Sir Christopher Wren and Nicholas Hawksmoor, it was originally intended as a dining hall for the naval pensioners who lived on site at the Royal Hospital for Seamen.

Master of Ceremonies For Hire

Are considering to hire such venues as the Painted Hall at the Old Royal Naval College or similar venue for an up and coming event or function, whether a wedding, private party or corporate event?

Then you could benefit from the help of a Master of Ceremonies or Toastmaster.

Call Richard now on 020 7730 3725 or email him to check his availabilty.

The London Toastmaster

Richard Birtchnell

45 Chelsea Gate

93 Ebury Bridge Road

London

SW1W 8RB

UK

Tel: 020 7730 3725

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Richard-Birtchnell-The-London-Toastmaster/440663422633047

Twitter: https://twitter.com/ldntoastmaster

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ToastmastersLondon

Google+: https://plus.google.com/110772715449422218146/about

The Painted Hall at the Old Royal Naval College Greenwich

The Landmark Hotel ? My Favourite Lobby

I have always thought the Landmark Hotel in Marylebone Road has the finest and most exotic lobby in London. It is in the form of an atrium garden with a mezzanine gazebo which is perfect for cocktail receptions before inviting guests to one of two magnificent Ballrooms.

London Toastmaster For Hire

If you are interested in talking to Richard about an upcoming event or function, whether a wedding, social, corporate, state or civic event, and you are thinking of hiring a Toastmaster or Master of Ceremonies, you can call him on 020 7730 3725 or email him to check his availabilty.

The London Toastmaster

Richard Birtchnell

45 Chelsea Gate

93 Ebury Bridge Road

London

SW1W 8RB

UK

Tel: 020 7730 3725

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Richard-Birtchnell-The-London-Toastmaster/440663422633047

Twitter: https://twitter.com/ldntoastmaster

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ToastmastersLondon

Google+: https://plus.google.com/110772715449422218146/about

 

The Landmark Hotel ? My Favourite Lobby