Speech Contests
Dreaming of becoming a world class speaker?
Every year, thousands of Toastmasters from over 100 countries take part in the World Championship of Public Speaking®—and it all begins at the club level. Right here in District 91, members can take their first step on this incredible journey by entering the International Speech Contest.
Many past champions began as amateurs with a passion for speaking. Some have gone on to build successful careers as professional speakers, delivering keynotes on international stages. Joining Toastmasters in District 91 could be your first step toward the world stage. Will you be our next champion?
District 91, UK South Speech Contests
Across the UK South our District hosts four contests. All District level contests (Area, Division and District) are in person only contests.
Contests held in District 91
- International Speech Contest*
- Humorous Speech Contest
- Evaluation Contest
- Table Topics® Contest
District level contest dates and information are published on the District Calendar. Learn more about each speech contest here.
*This contest proceeds onto the World Championship of Public Speaking®
Club Contests
Clubs can choose to host contests in person, online or hybrid. Clubs can forgo a formal contest and elect a representative for each contest from the club to compete at area level.
Speech Contest Resources
All members planning to compete in, organise or support a Speech Contest are referred to the Toastmasters International Speech Contest materials, including the relevant Speech Contest Rulebook for that program year.
District 91 Speech Contest Information
District Finals 2025/2026
Humorous Speech and Table Topic® Contest District Finals on Sunday 23 November 2025
International Speech and Evaluation Contest District Finals will be during the District 91 Conference in May 2026.
Please refer to the District Calendar for more information including Area and Division Contest dates.
Contest Support
The District Program Quality Director is accountable for District contests. Each program year, they may appoint a member or members to support contests. The District Chief Judge provides resources, training and support.
District Chief Judge 2025/2026
Paul Walsh, DTM
Get in touch
District 91 Contest Resources
The below resources have been developed to support with contest execution. In the first instance, Contest Chairs should refer to the relevant Speech Contest Rulebook from Toastmasters International.
