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How to Start a Wedding Speech: First 20 Seconds
22 September 2026
The opening line is the hardest part of any wedding speech. Here's how to start strong - with opener types that work and the clichés to avoid.
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What Should the Father of the Bride Say? A Simple 5-Part Plan
15 September 2026
Not sure what to say in a father of the bride speech? Use this five-part plan covering the welcome, your daughter, her partner, the couple and the toast.
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Wedding Speech Nerves: How to Stay Calm
8 September 2026
Practical, kind advice for anyone dreading a wedding speech because of nerves or fear of public speaking - what actually helps, and what to ignore.
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Funny Best Man Speech Ideas That Actually Work
1 September 2026
How to be genuinely funny in a best man speech without crossing the line - joke structures that work, topics to avoid, and the golden rule of the wedding roast.
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Wedding Speech Order: Who Speaks, and When
25 August 2026
The traditional UK wedding speech order, how modern weddings are changing it, and how to arrange speeches so they flow rather than drag.
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How Long Should a Wedding Speech Be?
18 August 2026
The ideal wedding speech length, why going over is the most common mistake, and a simple word-count rule to keep you on the right side of the room.
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Maid of Honour Speech Guide: Tips & Structure
11 August 2026
How to write a maid of honour speech that's funny, warm, and true - with a clear structure, honest advice on tone, and how to handle the emotional bits.
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Best Man Speech Examples: What Works and Why
4 August 2026
Real best man speech examples, broken down so you can see what makes them land - plus the honest reason templates fall flat, and what to do instead.
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How to Write a Best Man Speech Without the Dread
27 July 2026
A calm, practical, step-by-step guide to writing a best man speech people will actually remember - from structure to nerves to the one mistake everyone makes.
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