Professional speech writing
Best Man Speech Writer
Being asked to be best man is an honour. Being asked to stand up and speak in front of everyone the groom has ever met is the terrifying bit. I take that part off your hands, writing you a best man speech that's funny, warm and unmistakably yours, so you can enjoy the day instead of dreading the tapping of a glass.
I'm Adrian Simpson, the UK's most highly rated and reviewed professional speech writer. I've written hundreds of best man speeches, and not one of them came from a template.
What you get
- A 100% original speech, written from scratch around your friendship with the groom, never a recycled line or a stock joke.
- Your stories, told properly. You give me the memories; I find the angle, the timing and the punchlines that make them land.
- Jokes that get laughs without causing offence. Sharp, never cheap, and always read for the room.
- Unlimited revisions. We tweak it together until every word feels like you.
- Delivery in 7 days, with last-minute turnarounds available.
How it works
- Tell me about the groom. A relaxed chat or a simple questionnaire, how you met, the stories, the in-jokes, the things you’d never say to his face (and the things you would).
- I write your draft. A complete, structured, polished best man speech, built entirely around what you’ve told me.
- We make it perfect. You read it, we refine it, and we keep going until you can’t wait to deliver it.
Why work with me
Written by a professional, for you
I started as a magazine journalist, spent fifteen years in television including presenting on BBC Top Gear, and have written speeches professionally since 2012, making me the UK’s most highly rated and reviewed speech writer.
★★★★★ 4.9/5 from 421 verified reviews.
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Simple pricing
One flat fee. Everything included.
A bespoke best man speech is a flat £399, including unlimited revisions and everything above. No hidden extras.
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Frequently asked questions
How does the process work?
You share your stories with me, I write a complete speech around them, and we refine it together until it’s perfect.
How long does it take?
Most best man speeches are drafted within 7 days, and I can work to tight deadlines when needed.
Will it sound like me?
Yes. I write in your voice, using your humour and your stories, so it sounds like the best possible version of you, not like a writer.
What if I don't have many good stories?
Most people have far more material than they realise. A short conversation almost always uncovers the gold.
How do you handle jokes about the groom?
Sharp but never cruel, and always judged for the audience, grandparents and all.
Can you help at the last minute?
Yes. Get in touch and tell me the date, I’ll let you know straight away if I can help.
Can’t I just use ChatGPT or AI?
You can, but brace yourself. I’ve tested it thoroughly: AI lists your facts in order, can’t judge what’s appropriate, and — fatally for a speech — it can’t be funny. It arranges words; it can’t find the story only you can tell or read a room. Here’s what happened when I put ChatGPT to the test →
Ready to start?
Tell me about the occasion and I’ll take it from there.