TOWN CRIERS - PUBLIC SPEAKERS - TOASTMASTERS

Introduction
"Oyez Oyez Oyez" Throughout history town criers or sometimes known as bellmen have announced the news to the people. Traditionally well educated and upstanding individuals, both men and women were chosen as town criers to read out official proclamations and announcements. Today town criers are officially appointed by the town mayor and dressed in traditional seventeenth century uniform similar to the mayor and sometimes incorporating the colours of the town criers own town. "God save the Queen"
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Making the best use of
Professional toastmasters provide a great service which takes away the worry of having to make stand up announcements and speeches at any wedding, civil or corporate function. Town criers also make for a colourful, traditional addition to any event or function from civic ceremonies, town centre Christmas light switch-on events, announcing high street store openings, corporate and business events to town farmers produce markets.
How many do I need?
For most events and functions one town crier or toastmaster is usually suitable however you may find that if you are holding a very large event or function over a large area you may require additional criers or speakers depending upon your requirements. For the best results talk to your chosen town crier, public speaker or toastmaster who will be able to advise and discuss your specific requirements to provide the best service for your day.
Booking suggestions
Town criers, public speakers and toastmasters are always in great demand for a wide variety of events and functions so be prepared to make booking enquiries way ahead of your event or function. Fees. Usually based upon your specific event or function requirements and length of time that your town crier, speaker or toastmaster will be needed. A charge or fee is then discussed between parties and quoted per event or function accordingly.
Regulations, insurance and other useful notes
"Oyez Oyez Oyez" French for "listen"