Speechwriting
A wedding speech writer, so you can enjoy the day.
Best man, groom, bride, maid of honour or father of the bride. A bespoke speech that is funny, warm and sounds like you.
- NDA before you share details
- You keep every right
- Written by people, never AI
Most people dread their wedding speech more than any other part of the day. You want to be funny without being cruel, sentimental without being soppy, and finished before the guests start looking at their phones. A wedding speech writer takes that pressure off.
You fill in a questionnaire about the couple, the stories and the jokes that will land with this crowd. Your writer follows up with a short call, then writes a speech built for the room: a strong opening, a few great stories, a moment of real feeling and a toast.
Every speech is written from scratch. No templates, no recycled jokes, and nothing you would not say yourself.
Who it is for.
- Best men and best women
- Grooms and brides
- Fathers and mothers of the bride or groom
- Maids and matrons of honour
What you get.
A bespoke speech
Usually 5 to 8 minutes, timed for delivery.
Revisions
Changes until it sounds right in your mouth.
Delivery notes
Pause marks and pacing tips on request.
Cue cards
A printable version for the day.
Process and timeline.
Usually delivered within 7 days. Faster turnaround is available.
Brief
Tell us what you need, who it is for and when it is due. A short call fills in the rest.
Questions
Your writer asks the questions that turn a generic piece into something only you could have said.
First draft
A full draft in your voice, delivered on the date agreed at the start.
Revise and deliver
We revise until it sounds right, then hand over the final version. It is yours to use as you wish.
What it costs.
A typical UK market range. Your quote is fixed before any work starts, and payments are staged.
For those who do not know me, I am Tom’s best man. For those who do know me, I am as surprised as you are.
An illustrative sample of our writing style, not a client’s work.
Questions, answered.
How long should a wedding speech be?
Five to eight minutes is ideal. That is roughly 700 to 1,000 words when spoken at a natural pace.
What if I am not funny?
You do not need to be. Your writer will build humour from stories, not stand-up, and keep it natural for you.
How far before the wedding should I order?
Two to four weeks gives time to practise. We can turn around speeches faster if needed.
Before you start.
Practical guides on wedding speech from our writers.
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Practical best man speech tips from professional speechwriters, covering length, structure, jokes that land, what to avoid, and how to deliver it calmly.
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How to write a father of the bride speech, with the traditional order of speeches, a simple structure, example lines and what to say about your daughter.
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How to write a eulogy in five steps, with a simple structure, example lines and tips for reading it aloud when emotions are running high.Related.
How to structure a wedding speech
How to structure a wedding speech in five parts: welcome, who you are, stories, a heartfelt moment and the toast. A simple template for any role.
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Learn moreReady to talk about your wedding speech?
A free, no-obligation quote within one working day. NDA available before you share a thing.