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The English-Speaking Union was founded as a membership organisation, bringing together those who share a belief that better communication makes for better global understanding. Today, we have regional branches across England and Wales whose members meet to socialise, gain new perspectives on the world and to help organise and raise funds for our educational work.
We are hugely grateful to our branches, which are central to the running of our Public Speaking and Performing Shakespeare competitions. Some also run their own, complementary, oracy programmes and many choose to sponsor local schools to take part in our Discover Your Voice workshops.
To find out more about your local branch, please select the city/region nearest to you from the filter above.
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ASEEDER Junior Public Speaking competition
English-Speaking Union
We are delighted to invite UK students to take part in an international public speaking event this summer, joining around 50 children and young people from across China for a day of friendly competition and cultural exchange. The event will be a fantastic opportunity for students…
International Public Speaking Competition grand final 2026
English-Speaking Union
Join us alongside the best young speakers from all over the world for the International Public Speaking Competition (IPSC) grand final on Friday, 17 July! Bringing together talented young speakers from across the globe, this prestigious event is a celebration of communication, cultural exchange and the power of…
ESU Performing Shakespeare competition grand final 2026
English-Speaking Union
On Thursday, 25 June students will be taking to the stage at our Performing Shakespeare competition grand final. The competition inspires students to express their passion, ideas and imagination through the medium of performance, while simultaneously developing fundamental oracy skills. Taking place at Shakespeare’s Globe, the grand final will be…
ESU Public Speaking competition grand final 2026
English-Speaking Union
Join us to watch the grand final of the English-Speaking Union Public Speaking Competition on Monday, 1 June. As the largest public speaking competition for schools in England and Wales, the final will bring together some of the most talented young speakers as they go head-to-head…
The ESU International Council Meeting 2026
English-Speaking Union
We’re thrilled to invite you and your guests to this year’s International Council Meeting, to be held in London from 13-17 July 2026. Planned to coincide with our International Public Speaking Competition (IPSC), the week will give attendees the chance not only to mix with other ESU members from around…
London Branch: Book Club
London
Unfortunately, the May London Branch Book Club has been cancelled due to tube strikes. The next event will continue as normal in June. The ESU London Branch Members’ book club meets once a month at Dartmouth House to exchange views on a book chosen by the group. Discussions take place…
London Branch: Book Club
London
Unfortunately, the May London Branch Book Club has been cancelled due to tube strikes. The next event will continue as normal in June. The ESU London Branch Members’ book club meets once a month at Dartmouth House to exchange views on a book chosen by the group. Discussions take place…
London Branch: Book Club
London
Unfortunately, the May London Branch Book Club has been cancelled due to tube strikes. The next event will continue as normal in June. The ESU London Branch Members’ book club meets once a month at Dartmouth House to exchange views on a book chosen by the group. Discussions take place…
London Branch: Book Club
London
Unfortunately, the May London Branch Book Club has been cancelled due to tube strikes. The next event will continue as normal in June. The ESU London Branch Members’ book club meets once a month at Dartmouth House to exchange views on a book chosen by the group. Discussions take place…
London Branch: Book Club
London
Unfortunately, the May London Branch Book Club has been cancelled due to tube strikes. The next event will continue as normal in June. The ESU London Branch Members’ book club meets once a month at Dartmouth House to exchange views on a book chosen by the group. Discussions take place…
London Branch: Book Club
London
Unfortunately, the May London Branch Book Club has been cancelled due to tube strikes. The next event will continue as normal in June. The ESU London Branch Members’ book club meets once a month at Dartmouth House to exchange views on a book chosen by the group. Discussions take place…
London Branch: Book Club
London
Unfortunately, the May London Branch Book Club has been cancelled due to tube strikes. The next event will continue as normal in June. The ESU London Branch Members’ book club meets once a month at Dartmouth House to exchange views on a book chosen by the group. Discussions take place…
London Branch: Book Club
London
Unfortunately, the May London Branch Book Club has been cancelled due to tube strikes. The next event will continue as normal in June. The ESU London Branch Members’ book club meets once a month at Dartmouth House to exchange views on a book chosen by the group. Discussions take place…
London Branch: Book Club
London
Unfortunately, the May London Branch Book Club has been cancelled due to tube strikes. The next event will continue as normal in June. The ESU London Branch Members’ book club meets once a month at Dartmouth House to exchange views on a book chosen by the group. Discussions take place…
London Branch: Book Club
London
Unfortunately, the May London Branch Book Club has been cancelled due to tube strikes. The next event will continue as normal in June. The ESU London Branch Members’ book club meets once a month at Dartmouth House to exchange views on a book chosen by the group. Discussions take place…
London Branch: Book Club
London
Unfortunately, the May London Branch Book Club has been cancelled due to tube strikes. The next event will continue as normal in June. The ESU London Branch Members’ book club meets once a month at Dartmouth House to exchange views on a book chosen by the group. Discussions take place…
London Branch: Book Club
London
Unfortunately, the May London Branch Book Club has been cancelled due to tube strikes. The next event will continue as normal in June. The ESU London Branch Members’ book club meets once a month at Dartmouth House to exchange views on a book chosen by the group. Discussions take place…
London Branch: Book Club
London
Unfortunately, the May London Branch Book Club has been cancelled due to tube strikes. The next event will continue as normal in June. The ESU London Branch Members’ book club meets once a month at Dartmouth House to exchange views on a book chosen by the group. Discussions take place…
London Branch: Book Club
London
Unfortunately, the May London Branch Book Club has been cancelled due to tube strikes. The next event will continue as normal in June. The ESU London Branch Members’ book club meets once a month at Dartmouth House to exchange views on a book chosen by the group. Discussions take place…
London Branch: Book Club
London
Unfortunately, the May London Branch Book Club has been cancelled due to tube strikes. The next event will continue as normal in June. The ESU London Branch Members’ book club meets once a month at Dartmouth House to exchange views on a book chosen by the group. Discussions take place…
London Branch: Book Club
London
Unfortunately, the May London Branch Book Club has been cancelled due to tube strikes. The next event will continue as normal in June. The ESU London Branch Members’ book club meets once a month at Dartmouth House to exchange views on a book chosen by the group. Discussions take place…
London Branch: Book Club
London
Unfortunately, the May London Branch Book Club has been cancelled due to tube strikes. The next event will continue as normal in June. The ESU London Branch Members’ book club meets once a month at Dartmouth House to exchange views on a book chosen by the group. Discussions take place…
London Branch: Book Club
London
Unfortunately, the May London Branch Book Club has been cancelled due to tube strikes. The next event will continue as normal in June. The ESU London Branch Members’ book club meets once a month at Dartmouth House to exchange views on a book chosen by the group. Discussions take place…
London Branch: Book Club
London
Unfortunately, the May London Branch Book Club has been cancelled due to tube strikes. The next event will continue as normal in June. The ESU London Branch Members’ book club meets once a month at Dartmouth House to exchange views on a book chosen by the group. Discussions take place…
London Branch: Book Club
London
Unfortunately, the May London Branch Book Club has been cancelled due to tube strikes. The next event will continue as normal in June. The ESU London Branch Members’ book club meets once a month at Dartmouth House to exchange views on a book chosen by the group. Discussions take place…
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