How often do Manchester Orators meet?
We meet on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month.

Please note that this is not the same as meeting every fortnight.

Check the home page for the confirmed meeting dates.
We do not meet on Bank Holidays.

What time is the meeting?
7:00pm pre-meeting, 7.30 pm start to finish around 9:30pm

(See ‘What if I am late” below…)

Where is the meeting?
The meetings are held in the BOARD ROOM of the RA!N BAR, which is close to the Bridgewater Hall. See location page for more details and a map.

How much does it cost?
Visitors are always welcome FREE of charge.
You may visit as often as you like without joining.
Membership works out at less than £3 per meeting.
There is an initial joining fee of £15
and a 6-monthly fee of £36 paid pro-rata upon joining.
Members get the full Toastmasters International training package, a monthly magazine and more.
Ask at the meeting for more details.

How should I dress?
Casual or smart, it’s your choice.

Can I contact the meeting by phone?

We do not have a phone contact during the meeting and telephoning the Rain Bar venue will not be useful, since the bar staff are two floors away and do not have contact to the club.

What if I’m late?

Please make every effort to be in the meeting room between 7 and 7.30. Should you arrive after the meeting has started please wait in the area outside the door and only enter during a part of the meeting between speakers such as when you hear applause.