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Last update: December 2024

Multi-Award Winner | Fun & Entertaining

Hello my name is Will and I am a Toastmaster and Celebrant. I offer different packages

Package 1

Toastmaster and Master of Ceremonies, 9 hours approximately: from £495.00

I am a professional and fun toastmaster who offers public speaking and organisational expertise for private events and wedding functions. Based in Orpington, Kent, I am available to travel throughout the UK. With over 24 years of experience in the entertainment industry, I take pleasure in working closely with couples to make their special day even more memorable. Whether it's an intimate gathering or a large event, having a professional toastmaster can add a touch of fun and formality to the occasion. Let me enhance your special day!

I specialize in being the master of ceremonies at weddings of all cultures, LGBTQ+ weddings, and private cocktail parties. With my modern style and down-to-earth approach, I ensure that guests feel welcome and ready to celebrate in style. I meticulously oversee tasks to ensure smooth event execution and collaborate seamlessly with all other wedding suppliers.

Contact me and we can start planning an exquisite day that will leave your guests speechless with joy and entertainment. Additionally

Package 1 includes

Package 1 includes:
- Toastmaster and Master of Ceremonies for approximately 9 hours
- Wedding consultation before the wedding day
- Emails and contact with the venue and other wedding suppliers before the wedding day
- Arrival 2 hours before the ceremony to ensure everything is set and ready
- Meeting with staff and management at the venue to discuss the running of the day
- Meeting with the couple to settle any nerves and discuss any last-minute touches
- Greeting and assisting guests upon their arrival and answering any questions
- Ensuring the ceremony is ready (whether celebrant or registrar-led)
- Calling for guests to be seated
- Seating guests and arranging seating to avoid any gaps
- Assisting with the organisation of the bridal party's entrance
- Taking over from the celebrant/registrar after the ceremony and giving instructions to guests
- Announcing the start of canapés and drinks
- Assisting the photographer with the gathering of family and friends for group shots
- Calling guests for the wedding breakfast
- Informing guests about the seating plan board

**** Plus everything in package 2****

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Package 2 Twlight Package

Toastmaster and Master of Ceremonies, 4 Hours including: from £395.00

- Wedding consultation (before the wedding day)
- Introductions of myself to your guests
- Wedding Speeches or Wedding Breakfast announcement, whichever comes first
- Presentation of each person making a speech
- Interaction with the guests after each speech and a round of applause
- The traditional cutting of the wedding cake with cheers, countdown, and lots of fun for guests to take photos
- First dance, where I will invite guests to join around the dance floor, wave, clap, and cheer. I will introduce the new couple and the song. After a few minutes, I will invite guests to join them on the dance floor to get the party started.

For more information, you can visit my website and check out my blog, tips, testimonials, and celebrant services. Live chat is now available on my website at www.elitetoastmaster.com

Video link https://www.tiktok.com/@weddingtoastmaster?_t=8n5dEx7NzWK&_r=1.

My Awards:
- Multi-Award Winning
- Winner of The Wedding Industry Awards 2023, voted by my couples
- Winner of Hitched.co.uk best toastmaster feedback and customer care 2023
- Kent Toastmaster of the year finalist for the last four years
- Five-star reviews

I have my own sound system set up with microphones

If you have any questions, feel free to ask me.

"Wedding Industry Awards Winner

Recognising and Rewarding Excellence in the Wedding Industry

TWIA is the only Regional and National client-voted, expert-judged Awards in the UK wedding industry.

Rigorous - Reputable - Respected"

  • LGBTQ+-owned

Frequently asked questions

Language:

English

Religion:

Anglican
Baptist
Buddhism
Catholicism
Hinduism
Islam
Judaism
Methodist
Mormon
Orthodox
Protestant
Sikhism
Non-religious/humanist

Type:

Celebrant
Officiant
Master of ceremonies
Toastmaster

Served in

Kent and Surrey

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Reviews for Elite Toastmaster and Celebrant

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5.0 out of 5 rating
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27 reviews
100% recommend it
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Sophie
Sophie R. Sent on 12/11/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Hilarious and professional

Will was so professional and really helped to make our wedding day special. I really would recommend that you book him to be a part of your day. He went above and beyond to make sure our day ran smoothly and his experience helped us to make sure everything ran to time.
He worked really well with our venue and other suppliers and so many of our guests commented to us how funny he is!
King/Wildish
King/Wildish Sent on 27/06/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Stress free day

He took the pressure off the day by entertaining guests which took the stress out for me worrying. He is so funny too. Many people said it was a great idea and just loved him.
Lisa
Lisa D. Sent on 30/08/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Fabulous toastmaster. Made our day.

We don’t believe our day would have gone as smoothly as it did without Will. Everyone commented on how great he was. Nothing was too much trouble. Will was not only our toastmaster but our wedding organiser on the day. Better than our own wedding planner! Couldn’t have managed the day without this lovely, jolly, very organised, caring man. Thank you so much. Couldn’t recommend Will enough for any occasion!
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Dan A. Sent on 15/11/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent, excellent, excellent!

I had the pleasure of working alongside Will at one of our wedding venues recently, and I was thoroughly impressed. His professionalism and calm demeanour ensured the day ran seamlessly, keeping everything perfectly on schedule. Will's attention to detail and excellent organisation made the experience truly special for our couple. Highly recommended!
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Emma Sent on 03/08/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Toastmaster

Will was our toastmaster for our wedding on the 29th July!
He was absolutely fantastic he got so involved with everything got everyone up cheering and was such a pleasant to have at our wedding .

We first met will at a wedding fair and as soon as we see him we knew he was going to be amazing for our wedding. He was so funny and helped and made sure everyone was having a good time.
Will your amazing and such a lovely lovely man. My family and friends loved him and I couldn’t recommend him enough.
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Charlie C. Sent on 30/06/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Great Toastmaster - Can't rate him high enough!

Will was simply fantastic, he aided our day and helped it run so smoothly! He kept all of our guests informed and excited! Was brilliant from start to finish.

Thank you so much Will from the now Mr Cochranes!
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Karole Sent on 02/01/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Fantastic day

What can I say Will you made our day., I can’t thank you enough best money I have ever spent not only are you hilarious and made us laugh all day you made all our guests feel welcome and made our day stress free thank you so much x
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Charlotte Sent on 15/09/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely amazing

Will was an amazing toastmaster, 100% completed my wedding, tied it altogether, organised everything, even helped me find a videographer last minute when I couldn’t! Everyone love Will and will recommend him in the future for my friends, one of the best things we spent our money on
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Donna Sent on 30/08/2022
5 out of 5 rating

The future of toastmasters!

Im so lucky to have had Will as my toastmaster, he is a down to earth fun guy who made my day spectacular! Nothing was too much trouble for Will he was very professional from start to finish and all my guests havnt stopped praising him since! There was never a dull moment throughout my day as he made sure to create the perfect atmosphere and entertain all my guests. Having been to other weddings that used toastmasters and looked at others recommended by my venue and in my area Will is by far the best! He has such high standards and brings toastmasters into the 21st century. If your looking for someone unique to entertain your guests, coordinate your day, hype you up and even fluff your veil and dress then i 1000% recommend Will! I honestly couldnt imagine my day without him, hes worth his weight in gold!
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Tracy J. Sent on 01/06/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent and very professional

Very professional
Very friendly
Very engaging with our guests
Made us feel very relaxed on our wedding day
Our guests would like to book him for any events they have
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Charlotte K. Sent on 20/02/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely Amazing 🤩

We had will as our toast master and I can not thank him enough. He was organised professional and he’s personality really made every experience better. Thank you for giving our day a bit more sparkle 😁😁
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Mitch W. Sent on 08/10/2021
5 out of 5 rating

fantastic Experience

What can I say! Will at Elite Toastmaster is just superb at his job, kind, extremely funny, dapper and above all has that attention to detail. He’s there for you before you even know you need him, this is a quality every Bride & Groom need on their big day to let them enjoy! After seeing Will at work I need to get my other half to propose so I can book him straight away 🥰🤣 xx anyone reading this review, don’t hesitate, he is worth his weight in gold.
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Emily R. Sent on 01/09/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent service and a complete professional!

In my role as Wedding Celebrant, it was delightful to work alongside Will. He was a complete professional and kept the couple and their guests entertained during the day. Everyone knew seamlessly what to do and where to go. A true Pro and I hope we cross paths again!
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Louise P. Sent on 02/09/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Where there's a Will - there's a perfect day!

Will really helped to make it a stressful event; from helping to plan our Las Vegas theme and helping to suggest some great ideas like a table to table magician- which we hadn't thought of! Will was very tactful in including my 'very over eager' Mum in ideas, without there being any awkwardness. On the day Will was great at helping welcoming guests and pointing out the little things you don't think of- like directing guests to the cloakroom, then liaising with the caterers, DJ, casino croupiers and the Elvis impersonator! It all ran like clockwork. Many guests commented on how great Will was.
Will's personality dazzles and really adds a sparkle to any event!
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David Sent on 05/12/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful asset, made the day flow freely

Toastmaster Will Buckley took charge quietly, efficiently and with a commanding presence, he was great. The whole day went with a swing, certainly a major influence in the success of the wedding. Thank you Will.
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