Testimonials
Jesse took the time to post on Facebook this lovely recommendation prior to his marriage to Anna next year.
I met up with Garry last Tuesday to discuss requirements for my wedding and to understand what Garry can offer to make the day that little bit extra special, I am pleased to say we are booking him, Garry's professionalism, character and ability to quickly come up with fantastic ideas sold it for us, I cannot wait to see him in action. Clearly passionate about it his work.
This message was posted on Facebook twelve months after David & Victoria’s wedding by Tracy, one of the caterers.
Hey Garry. You probably don’t remember me, but I helped with the catering at a wedding in Sept 2010.
Anyway, I’ve been reading your updates etc. on here, and I’ve been to a few weddings in my time and a few that have had toastmasters and a few that haven't.
I would recommend you any day! I thought you were awesome! You made the day run smoothly and effortless. A true professional gent and so, so organised!
You rock Garry and I hope you get plenty of bookings and win the comp for best toastmaster ! x
Scot posted on Facebook.
I would like to say that Garry was the best money spent at our wedding, and to be honest I wonder now how my wife and I could have possibly managed the day without him, he is definitely worth every single penny and I personally recommend him to anyone thinking of having a Toastmaster.
These Facebook messages came from Justine & Craig after their wedding.
Hi ya Garry I would just like to say thank you so much for being our toastmaster!! You did a fantastic job and hope you enjoyed our special day as much as we did? Thank you once again. Craig (mac)
Hi Garry thank u so much again for yesterday I have voted for you and will send you my testimony within the week. We are off to London now. Take care and speak soon. Justine
Hi ya Garry I would just like to say a massive thank you for yesterday!! You were fantastic thank you so much!!
I was delighted to receive this fantastic Thank You from Emma & Chris, following their wedding in August.
To Garry,
Just a little note to say thank you so much for being the most amazing toastmaster. You made us feel completely relaxed on the day and ensured everything went without a hitch, resulting in us having the greatest day of our lives.
All the guests spoke very highly of you on the day and the days following the wedding.
All our love,
Emma & Chris
At the same time, I also received this lovely handwritten letter from Trish & John, Emma’s parents.
We would like to thank you for the most amazing hosting you provided at our daughter’s wedding. You were absolutely outstanding from start to finish. You kept on top of everything, easing the day for us.
The day was perfect and we owe so much of that to you. We had so many comments from guests as to how controlled you were and of course how funny you were as well. We will be highly recommending to others.
Thank you again.
Trish & John
These comments were made by Victoria & Alex after their wedding on the Quality Questionnaire.
Fantastic from start to finish! Made everything run to time and gave a point of contact to guests who found him excellent. Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him! Thank you Garry
Victoria & Alex
I was really pleased to receive the following comments from the Quality Survey Questionnaire from Chris & Helen.
There were one or two issues which came up during the day, such as the late arrival of the groom’s sister. Garry was able to deal with these situations in a professional and appropriate manner to ensure that these issues would not get in the way of a most wonderful day!
We would like to thank Garry for the excellent service he performed at our wedding in August 2010. From the moment we contacted him about our wedding until the day following, Garry conducted himself in a friendly and professional manner. On the wedding day he was able to deal with any issue that arose from the late arrivals to guests being stung by wasps! He liaised with all of the different parties including the bridal party, guests and venue. All the guests commented on how great it was to have Garry present, to enable the smooth running of the day. We have no hesitation in recommending Garry to future brides and grooms.
Great to receive these comments, which were taken from Lisa & Daren’s quality questionnaire.
Garry was like a rock on our special day, full of support, and like an insurance. He made sure nothing went wrong and if it did, I didn’t know about it on my special day. Just perfect by having Garry there.
Thank you.
Lisa & Daren
We had Garry Smith – The English Toastmaster at our wedding in September 2010, it was the best thing we did, and he was worth his weight in gold.
A wedding day takes so long to plan and all you want is it to run as smoothly as possible, with no worries or decisions to make. That’s Garry’s job and he made them for us on our day. All we had to worry about was looking pretty, smiling and talking to our guests (and having a tipple of course!).
When we first met Garry, it was like meeting up with an old friend, he made us feel so relaxed, he was so courteous, well mannered and professional.
On our wedding day everything ran according to plan and like clockwork. He was making everyone laugh as well as doing his job, you would have thought he was our guest or member of the family, but the very smart red suit gave it away.
After the wedding we had many lovely comments about Garry and to us that meant a lot.
What I can say to any bride or groom planning your wedding, please don’t think that having a toastmaster is a luxury, think of it as a necessity and especially to have Garry Smith – The English Toastmaster.
Thank you, Garry for a special day.
Lisa & Daren
This great thank you was received from Debra & Daniel after their wedding in September where I was delighted to be their Master of Ceremonies.
Dear Garry,
Thank you so much for all your hard work on our wedding day.
You were fantastic and we had so many friends and family comment on how professional, friendly and how incredibly helpful you were.
We had such a wonderful day and thank you for making it stress free.
Once again, thank you so much and I will be recommending you to everyone.
Best wishes,
Debra & Daniel
These were comments taken from the quality questionnaire I received from Jenny & Darrin following their wedding in July.
Garry made everything so much easier for us by taking pressure regarding time and organisation off our shoulders. All aspects of the day, hence, ran like clockwork.
I would recommend everybody to consider his services.
Jenny & Darrin
These comments were received from Kayti & Jason. I had the privilege of being their wedding toastmaster at Hedsor House in May.
Your presence bound the day together and gave it a sense of reassurance that nothing would be forgotten or left to chance.
My husband and I now wonder quite how our incredible wedding day would have turned out had my cousin not seen you in action at her friends’ wedding. Your attention to detail, un-flustering professionalism and completely approachable character made your contribution absolutely key to a day that guests are still raving about.
Three months on “Worth his weight in gold” is the comment we have heard over and over again.
Sincerely, we can’t thank you enough, Sir.
With love,
Kayti & Jason
Joanne & Graham took time to send this lovely email to me after their wedding in May, where I was Master of Ceremonies for their special day.
Hi Garry,
We just wanted to email you to thank you so much for being our toastmaster for our wedding on 23/05/10.
You made the whole day spectacular. From our first meeting, you put us at ease about everything, you took in every little detail and I remember what you told us "Don’t ask me to do anything......you TELL me to do it!!".
When arriving at the venue (that very very hot and nervous day) you had done your upmost in making sure everything was right, was there to greet us individually and you'd even listened to my entrance music to time the intro so we would get it exactly right. You made sure the pictures ran smoothly and I lost count on how many times you went back and forth in the sweltering heat to get drinks for us and the photographer!!! You’re just too cool!!!
I've had so many comments about how absolutely brilliant you were and the Sabrage you did with Graham went down a storm! To be honest I really don't know how we would have got on without you!!! As my Dad said "that man is worth his weight in gold!"
Kindest regards and best wishes,
The new Mr and Mrs fountain
Having sent out my usual quality questionnaire, these are some of the other comments made by Joanne & Graham.
Without your services provided for us on our special day, I don’t think it would have run at all!! Everything you did for us and our guests was exceptional, from making sure things were right, to mopping my dress with baby wipes!!
Garry, you are amazing. From our first meeting you managed to put us both at ease and we felt comfortable with the fact that you had everything in hand!
On the day you were our right hand man, from helping calm Graham and wiping his brow, timing my entrance music perfectly and getting all the guests where they were meant to be with ease. Flawlessly introducing us, drinks, speeches the list goes on.
And the Sabrage you did with Graham was a big hit.
Joanne & Graham
This fantastic email was received recently from Laura & David. I was their Toastmaster at Bicester Golf & Country Club
Dear Garry,
We can't thank you enough for everything that you did for us in the 'running up' to our wedding day and on the actual day. It was great to know that you were always there on the end of the line to help with any concerns or worries that we had. The information that you gave to all of us was such a great help with writing the speeches too. Thanks for all the help with buttonholes and ensuring the ushers knew what they were doing and making sure that we kept to the intinerary all the time.
The way that you ensured that everything went as planned was evident in just how smoothly the day went. We couldn't fault the day in anyway, it was just perfect! The one thing that our family and friends commented on, was how good your services were and just how valuable you were on the day to us all. We will highly recommend you to anyone and I believe one of our friends has already contacted you.
We sent a few photographs to you that some of our friends have taken, so hope they come out ok.
Many thanks,
Laura and David
This is a delightful recommendation taken from the quality questionnaire of Laura & David.
Perfect! You made the whole day gel together smoothly. We still can’t believe how much you did for us and many of our guests commented on how super they thought you were.
Laura & David
I had the pleasure of being Toastmaster for Natalie & Craig earlier in the year and I was delighted to receive this card from them soon after.
Dear Garry,
Thank you for being part of our special day on 23rd January. We had a wonderful day and thank you so much for ensuring everything ran so smoothly.
You really helped to make our day extra-special and we wouldn't hesitate to recommend you to anyone requiring a Toastmaster!
Best wishes,
Craig and Natalie
A lovely card was received from Sam & James, who married in January 2010
Dear Garry,
Thank you so much for all of your help to make our wedding the best day of our lives. We haven't stopped talking about it yet.
So many people commented on the way you kept track of the goings-on and, whilst organising the guests, you were friendly, approachable and a good laugh too!
Our wedding was absolutely perfect and we owe so much to you for that. You put us both at ease and as a result we were able to enjoy the day and take it all in. Our faith was entirely in you and you didn't let us down - even the rain stopped for the photos!
Thank you again and all the best,
Sam and James x
A Thank You card was received from Karen & Neil Braithwaite following their wedding at Missenden Abbey where I was Toastmaster for the day.
Dear Garry,
We would like to thank you for all your help and hard work on our wedding day! We are so thrilled with how the day went and feel it wouldn’t have gone as smoothly without you!
We have had so many comments praising you for your professionalism and friendliness, amongst other things!!
Simon Smith (the photographer) mentioned he had forwarded you some photos which we hope you have received. Do let us know if not.
We will certainly recommend you to anyone planning a wedding – you are a star!
Best wishes for 2010
Karen & Neil
A further Master of Ceremonies recommendation taken from the quality questionnaire of Karen & Neil.
You ensured all our happened! You were very professional and key family members commented on how lovely it was that you called them by their name and had just had everything under control. Nothing was ever too much!
You had such an impact that one of our guests recommended you to her cousin and you are due to be their Toastmaster at Hedsor House in the coming weeks!!
An amazing Toastmaster! Organized, professional, smart and polite!
Garry ensured the smooth running of the day without any problems! He is extremely approachable and works around how you want YOUR wedding to be.
Could not fault his work at all and would highly recommend him to anyone without any hesitation!
Karen & Neil
This quote was left as a review on the directory service - TouchLocal
Garry completely made our day, we really couldn't have done it without him, he made the whole day go smoothly and cannot thank him enough.
Melissa Grube - 06 December 2009
A letter was received form Linda & Tim after the marriage of their daughter Deborah to Carl.
Dear Garry,
We are writing to express our heartfelt thanks to you for helping to make Deborah and Carl's day so special. The fact that we were able to relax and enjoy the day so much was due in no small measure to your skills as our toastmaster. There may have been many cries behind the scenes but, if there were, we were not aware of them.
A number of people complimented us on the smooth running of the day. You can be sure that we will recommend you to our friends for their future events.
Yours sincerely,
Linda and Tim Phillips
A card was received from Tanvi & Rohit Choudhray after I was Master of Ceremonies at their wedding at Wrest Park, Silsoe.
Dear Garry,
Thank you SO much for the wonderful job you did for us, controlling 400 people!!We hope you enjoyed your first Indian Wedding...
Thank you for doing such a fantastic job - the day was absolutely perfect and we couldn't have asked for more from our brilliant toastmaster!
You really looked after us and our guests and we both really appreciated it.
Thank you once again Garry.
Rohit + Tanvi
I was delighted to receive a card and some comments taken from the Quality Survey Form, from Hayley and Andy, whose wedding I was Toastmaster at in June
Dear Garry,
Just a quick note to say a big thank you. You truly were amazing on the day. I was at ease through the whole day thanks to you. We couldn’t have done without you.
Love & best wishes,
Hayley & Andy
How did I make a difference to your function?
Peace of mind for all concerned as it was at Andy's parents, it brought formality to the affair, made us all feel comfortable and organised. From the first contact made with you I felt relaxed. Brilliant ideas made the day memorable. I would definitely recommend you to all. You were a huge hit at our wedding. 1st class.
An email received from Margaret and Kevin following their wedding in Bletchley in May.
Hi Garry
We will be writing to you again shortly. However in the meantime you can take this quote from one of our guests with you "I don't know how much you paid for him, but whatever it was he is worth every penny"
Thank you for making our day go so well, we could not have had a better one.
Regards
Margaret and Kevin
The following letter was received from the President and his Lady of Leighton Cross Masonic Lodge after their Ladies’ Festival on Saturday 25th April
Dear Garry,
We would like to thank you for being our Toastmaster at our Ladies’ Festival last Saturday.
We appreciate your attention to detail, good humour and very professional approach, all of which ensured that the evening was a hugely successful occasion – one to be remembered and enjoyed by everyone.
Thank you again,
With our best wishes,
Liz & Roy
A card which was received after a Champagne Delivery and surprise Toastmaster at the Ruby Wedding Anniversary Celebration Lunch of Gordon & Ann.
Dear Garry,
What a fantastic Ruby Anniversary we had, made all the more special with you as Master of Ceremonies. We were totally surprised when you arrived and we’d like to say thank you for making the occasion so special.
Love from Gordon & Ann
A card and letter which was received following the wedding of Laura-Jane & Chris from Eric & Jane (Laura-Jane’s parents).
Dear Garry,
We just wanted to say a big ‘thank you’ for being such a wonderful Toastmaster for Laura-Jane’s Wedding Day.
You were professional in every respect, very attentive to all the family and guests and nothing was too much trouble for you. From the moment we booked you, we had complete peace of mind and you gave us professional advice on things we were unsure of and hadn’t thought of.
Our sincere thanks for helping to make the day that extra bit special.
With very best wishes,
Jane & Eric
Dear Garry
We wanted to say “thank you” for your role as Toastmaster at the wedding of Laura-Jane and Chris on Saturday. As you were aware, our decision to hire a professional Toastmaster for the day was a last minute decision with only three months to go. However, from the moment we met you, you gave us all complete peace of mind and we felt that the whole worry of the occasion had been lifted from our shoulders. Your presence at both the Church and venue was so reassuring, and nothing was too much trouble during the whole day and evening. Everything went like clockwork and without any hitches whatsoever, and the guests remarked on how very helpful you were, without being obtrusive. We have even been told that you were rather concerned about one elderly guest who happened to be diabetic (although you did not know this at the time) and you managed to rustle up some sandwiches from the chef before the wedding breakfast was served. Laura-Jane has since remarked that she did not think she would have got through the day without you, as you managed to suppress the nerves (and hold her bouquet!!)
Once again, the whole family would like to thank you for all of your help, both before and during the day itself. Our special day was perfect, made so by your presence.
With our very best wishes,
Jane and Eric
Hi Garry
This is the first opportunity that we have had to text since yesterday (had 12 for lunch today). Thank you for doing such a splendid job yesterday, you really did make it such an extra special day. Everyone without fail had a fantastic day.
Thanks again.
Jane & Eric
The following comments have been received from Chris & Laura-Jane Lewis together with a copy of their wedding DVD
“Garry was booked for our wedding as a surprise by our parents. He was a wonderful and welcome addition to the day. He was very conscientious and willing to help at every opportunity. He was always on hand carrying my make-up and holding my Champagne glass during the photos. His toasting skills were brilliant and he kept an eye on timekeeping, which was important. He really helped a perfect day to flow brilliantly and I would wholeheartedly recommend him”.
Another email which was received from Trish after their Christmas Ball in aid of Macmillan Cancer Care
Hi Garry,
As promised here are some pics from the Christmas Ball.
I would just like to say a really big 'THANK YOU' for all your enthusiasm on Saturday 13th December..... and your hard work especially getting people's attention at times.
You did a fantastic job greeting everyone and made it very special with all the little extra services e.g. helping with the raffle, helping people to and from their cars with an umbrella to stop them getting wet and I think generally making people feel special.
Thanks again and also for mums 80th birthday, she felt very honoured and I will definitely recommend you to others if they require that sort of service for any special occasion.
Wishing you and your family best wishes and a very prosperous new year,
Trish
This email was received from Karen, co organiser of the Macmillan Christmas Ball
Dear Garry,
I must say what an amazing job you did last night Garry at our Macmillan Christmas Ball, we had lots of very good feedback about you. I thought you were very professional in your outlook and very well prepared for the night. You had obviously done your homework about Macmillan Cancer support. The little touches like being there for the ladies with an umbrella when they arrived made it very special.
Several people were interested in knowing about your services and I'm sure we may need you again in the future. We all felt the night was a great success and we raised approximately £1,700 which we didn't feel was too bad for our first attempt.
I would certainly recommend you to anyone.
Thank you for a job very well done.
Karen