
Keynote speaker
Paul HollywoodProminent Artisan Baker and Television Personality
- Based in
- UK
- Fee tier
- Headline£10k – £25k indicative · subject to negotiation
- Languages
- English
About Paul Hollywood
Paul Hollywood is a leading figure in British culinary television, widely recognised for his long-standing position as a judge on The Great British Bake Off. Though he began his creative journey studying sculpture at the Wallasey School of Art, he soon pivoted to join his father’s bakery business. This career path led him to prestigious appointments as Head Baker at internationally renowned establishments including The Dorchester, The Chester Grosvenor and Spa, and the Cliveden Hotel. His expertise was further honed during his time working at luxury resorts in Cyprus before he returned to the UK to establish himself as a premier artisan baker and media personality.
Throughout his broadcasting career, Paul has contributed his technical knowledge to major programmes such as This Morning, Ready Steady Cook, and Great Food Live. Beyond the screen, he is a published author of acclaimed titles like 100 Great Breads and has supplied high-end retailers such as Harrods and Waitrose through his own artisan brand. Notably, he has recently expanded his television presence by exploring his interests in motoring alongside his culinary commitments. Since the transition of the nation's favourite baking competition to Channel 4, he has continued his judging role alongside Prue Leith.
Audiences book Paul Hollywood for his technical mastery and his famously direct, professional approach to judging, which has established him as an authoritative voice in modern British food and broadcasting.
On stage, Paul Hollywood is best known for talks on Baking, Cooking Demonstrations and Television Presenting. Audiences leave with a clear, practical view of the subject rather than a generic overview — every keynote is shaped around the brief and the room.
Their work resonates with leaders across Entertainment, Hospitality & Travel and Media & Broadcasting, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy.
Paul Hollywood is regularly booked for Presenter & Awards Host and Performers and Entertainer, adapting tone, length and format to suit the event — from a 20-minute opener to a full conference keynote with Q&A.
Based in UK, Paul Hollywood travels internationally for engagements.
To check availability or request a tailored brief for your event, send an enquiry and we'll come back with fees, dates and a short summary of how Paul Hollywood would approach your audience.
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Frequently asked questions
- How do I book Paul Hollywood?
- Send a booking enquiry using the form on this page. We'll confirm Paul's availability and reply with fees and next steps.
- How much does Paul Hollywood cost to book?
- Paul Hollywood sits in our Headline fee tier (£10k – £25k indicative). Fees are tier ranges and are subject to negotiation depending on event date, location, format and audience size — we help negotiate the final fee as part of the booking. Send an enquiry and we'll come back with a firm quote.
- What topics does Paul Hollywood speak on?
- Paul speaks on Baking, Cooking Demonstrations, Television Presenting.
- What languages does Paul Hollywood present in?
- Paul presents in English.
- Where is Paul Hollywood based?
- Paul is based in UK and travels internationally for speaking engagements.
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