Martin Bayfield

October 10th 2008
Café de Paris, Monaco

An injury, which prematurely ended Martin Bayfield's glittering rugby playing, led him to find his forte as a speaker.  Martin is an exceptionally funny after dinner speaker and an excellent motivator.

Martin won 31 England Caps between 1991 and 1996, winning two Grand Slams and playing in the 1995 World Cup.  In 1993, he was selected to represent the British Lions in New Zealand and played in all three Tests, and in 1995 he was voted RFU Player of the Year. A serious neck injury in 1998 ended his career though he still maintains a close link with Rugby and sport in general, and is currently working on various schemes to encourage the participation and education of sport amongst children and young adults.

Martin is also a regular on the after dinner circuit.  With a natural gift and a charismatic personality, he is not only in great demand as a speaker but also as an MC and Auctioneer, attending functions ranging from local sporting clubs to large corporate events.  A mere 6ft 10in and 20 stone, he is a presence in every sense of the word - whether speaking or not!

Martin has also broadened his horizons to include acting and has been involved in the production of the “Harry Potter” films, an opportunity that came about following a speaking engagement. He was spotted by the film makers during one of his prized after-dinner speeches.

As a television personality, Martin is now the a popular host on our screens, hosting shows such as World’s Strongest Man and NFL for Five, and the ITV Rugby World Cup coverage.

He is actively involved with charity, and is an Honorary President of Wooden Spoon - the rugby charity that supports disadvantaged children and young people.