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Gyles Brandreth

Explore the intersection of politics and entertainment while enjoying a touch of humor with Gyles Brandreth, speaker, after dinner speaker and politics keynote host.

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Gyles Brandreth, Comedian | Speaker, Host, Broadcaster
Gyles Brandreth

Gyles Brandreth

London, United Kingdom

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  • Prominent after dinner speaker and facilitator
  • Former MP for the City of Chester
  • Successful TV presenter and radio broadcaster.
Gyles Brandreth is a prominent after-dinner speaker, keynote host, and facilitator. His career encompasses both government and entertainment, allowing him to address a variety of topics in his speeches. He holds the record for the longest after-dinner speech, delivering a continuous talk for twelve and a half hours to raise funds for charity. As a former MP for the City of Chester, Gyles contributed to politics by proposing the bill that became the 1994 Marriage Act. His political experience enables him to connect effectively with social, business, and political spheres. Gyles has also had a successful media career as a TV presenter and radio broadcaster. He has appeared over 300 times on Countdown and is a regular on BBC shows such as QI, Have I Got News For You, and The One Show. His wit has made him a popular figure on the after-dinner circuit. Whether as an event host or a speaker for after-dinner or keynote engagements, Gyles has the skills to meet diverse needs. He has extensive experience speaking to large audiences at conferences and events worldwide, establishing himself as a professional. For more information on hiring Gyles, please contact PepTalk.

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Testimonials

He read the room quite brilliantly. He was spot on. Just perfect. MA Group Awards, 2024

Gyles captured the audience and entertained them royally.

CoreNet

The brief was to deliver a fun night and it was certainly a mission accomplished! A magnificent job engaging our diverse, international audience. The feedback from our team has been wonderful. Colleagues were touched by the way he weaved our brands and people into his speech. Rentokil Initial Global Conference Dinner, 2023

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Email gyles.brandreth@getapeptalk.com or call PepTalk on +44 20 3835 2929 (UK) or +1 737 888 5112 (US), and one of our speaker agents will contact you within hours to confirm Gyles's availability and fees. If you can, please include your budget upfront – it helps us fast-track your request. It’s also helpful to know the date, format (virtual or in-person), location, and a bit about your audience.
What is Gyles Brandreth's stage presence like?
Gyles Brandreth delivers after-dinner speeches drawn from his dual career in politics and entertainment, weaving together anecdotes from his time as MP for the City of Chester alongside his extensive television and radio work. His format is built around wit and storytelling, a style honed across over 300 appearances on Countdown and regular slots on BBC programmes such as QI and Have I Got News For You.
What topics does Gyles Brandreth specialise in?
Gyles Brandreth performs after-dinner speaking and event hosting, drawing on his background in politics, broadcasting, and comedy for corporate and charity audiences. He holds the record for the longest after-dinner speech, a continuous twelve-and-a-half-hour talk delivered for charity, and served as MP for the City of Chester, where he proposed the bill that became the 1994 Marriage Act.
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