Develop Your Speaking Skills
Whether you want more self-confidence at presentations, hone your skills for greater impact, or inject humour into your speeches — there is a pathway for you. Practice in a safe, supportive environment.
Purley Speakers · Toastmasters Club
Improve Your Public Speaking & Leadership Skills
In a friendly, comfortable and non-judgemental environment. We meet in person every 2nd and 4th Wednesday in Purley, Surrey.
Part of the Toastmasters Pathways Education Programme
A progressive programme designed to develop your speaking and leadership skills through 11 unique educational pathways. Learn more →
What We Offer
As a Member of Purley Speakers,
As a Member of Purley Speakers,
We Can Help You:
Develop Your Leadership Skills
Learn to persuade, collaborate, and build relationships by joining our leadership team. Each meeting develops critical thinking, organisation, and planning skills across all 11 educational pathways.
Develop Your Networking Skills
We are a sociable and welcoming club. Every meeting is warm-hearted and inclusive. Stay behind to talk and network — many members have built strong, lasting friendships over time.
Getting Started
3 Steps to Becoming a More Confident Public Speaker
Book a Place
Book a place at one of our bi-weekly 7:00pm meetings. We meet face-to-face on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month in Purley.
Attend a Meeting
Come along to a face-to-face meeting. You are very welcome to try our meetings before deciding to join — no commitment needed.
Join Us!
We will not give you a hard sell. The joining process is as stress-free as our meetings. Once you have paid for membership, the rest is done online.
Become an Expert
Break Down the Barriers to Public Speaking
At Toastmasters, we realise that public speaking can cause stress and anxiety. We provide a safe and nurturing environment for you to practice, grow in confidence, and overcome your fears.
Gesticulations — use hand and body movements to emphasise your message
Variation in tone and volume — learn to modulate your voice for impact
Body language & facial expressions — project confidence and authenticity
Constructive feedback skills — become a better listener and mentor to others
Member Voices
Here Is What Our Members Have to Say
Being a part of Purley Speakers has given me much more confidence when public speaking. I have learned how to structure my speeches effectively and the leadership module really helped me to understand my leadership style. The club's supportive environment has helped me take on more challenges. As a non-profit, the low cost of membership is a great additional benefit.
Purley Speakers is a truly welcoming community. From my very first visit I felt at ease — everyone is there to learn and grow together. The structured programme gives you real tools you can apply immediately at work and in everyday life.
Ready to Take the First Step?
Come to one of our meetings and give us a try. Meetings are free until you decide to become a member. No pressure — ever.