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Award-winning comedian & running author

Paul Tonkinson

Bring world-class stand-up comedy to your event with Paul Tonkinson, double award-winning comedian and broadcaster. Paul mines the quiet absurdities of everyday life with sharp observational wit and physical comedy that swings from tender to riotous, bringing award-winning comedy to corporate and live audiences.

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Paul Tonkinson, Comedian | Stand-Up & Author
Paul Tonkinson

Paul Tonkinson

London, United Kingdom

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£2k–5k

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Paul Tonkinson's biography

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  • Award-winning stand up comedian and TV presenter
  • Author of Telegraph Sports Entertainment Book of the Year
  • Host of Running Commentary podcast with 2M+ downloads
Paul Tonkinson is a stand-up comedian, television presenter, and author, whose sharp observational comedy and gift for physical performance have made him one of the most reliable headliners on the UK comedy circuit. A double award-winning Time Out Comedian of the Year, Paul has appeared on BBC One's Michael McIntyre's Comedy Roadshow and Comedy Central's The Comedy Store, and fronted television programmes including The Big Breakfast on Channel 4 and The Sunday Show on BBC2. His book 26.2 Miles to Happiness won the Daily Telegraph Sports Entertainment Book of the Year in 2022, and his podcast Running Commentary with Rob Deering has surpassed two million downloads. Known for his physical comedy, sharp impressions, and relatable observations on family life and everyday experiences, Paul combines warmth with infectious energy. He has performed at the Montreal Just For Laughs festival, hosting the Brit-com Gala, and supported Michael McIntyre on arena tours across the UK, Norway, New Zealand, and Australia. Together with podcast co-host Rob Deering, he offers Running Commentary corporate days, blending motivational insights with an interactive, team-building session. With decades of experience and a remarkable ability to connect with audiences, Paul is a superb choice for corporate events and live occasions.

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Why we recommend booking Paul

Paul Tonkinson is a double award-winning comedian whose sharp observational humour and physical comedy have earned him arena tours alongside Michael McIntyre and a spot at the Montreal Just For Laughs festival, making him one of the most trusted headliners in the UK.

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Testimonials

Hilarious, nobody makes me laugh like Paul Tonkinson…go see him!

Michael McIntyre

Watching Tonkinson storm is one of the best sights in comedy. It’s like watching somebody fly.

Seann Walsh

Brilliant

The Independent

Featured Projects

Paul Tonkinson - Running Through The Sand book cover
Paul Tonkinson - Running Commentary podcast cover
Paul Tonkinson - 26.2 Miles To Happiness book cover

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Email paul.tonkinson@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 Paul'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 Paul Tonkinson's stage presence like?
Paul Tonkinson delivers stand-up sets built around observational comedy, drawing on physical performance, impressions, and material rooted in family life and everyday experiences. For corporate events, he also offers Running Commentary days alongside podcast co-host Rob Deering, combining motivational content with an interactive team-building format.
What topics does Paul Tonkinson specialise in?
Paul Tonkinson performs stand-up comedy, corporate event hosting, and after-dinner entertainment, and also offers interactive running-themed team-building sessions with co-host Rob Deering suited to corporate audiences. He is a double Time Out Comedian of the Year whose television credits include BBC One's Michael McIntyre's Comedy Roadshow and Channel 4's The Big Breakfast, and whose book 26.2 Miles to Happiness won the Daily Telegraph Sports Entertainment Book of the Year in 2022.
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