Comedian Paul Boardman speaker at the Men of Rochdale Luncheon 2017

Paul Boardman

Comedian Paul Boardman will be the after dinner speaker at this year’s Men of Rochdale Luncheon.

Paul Boardman is a stand -up comedian and speaker, writing and performing his material and with a sharp line in observational comedy. He is a regular on the 'Jongleurs' comedy circuit, and the corporate scene working for the top brand clients in the country such as Sony, Vodafone, British Airways, British Telecom, Manchester United, American Airlines, Hilton, and Insurance Institute.

He has television experience performing on 'Friday Night Live' and also working as a free-lance presenter on Sky Sports for eight years. He hosted 'Goals on Sunday' with Chris Kamara for a season, and also 'Football First' Sky Sports' Saturday night equivalent of' 'Match of the Day'. He is a former professional footballer having been signed by Peter Shilton for Plymouth Argyle, scoring on his league debut.

Sophie Ansley, Events and Corporate Fundraiser at Springhill Hospice said “We’re really excited to have Paul speak at the Men of Rochdale Luncheon this year. We know that he’ll be a great addition to the event and that the gentlemen attending will really enjoy his speech. It’s going to be a great event and we hope to see as many of the gentlemen of Rochdale in their finery there on the day.”

Do you know of a worthy nominee for this year’s award? Is there a man in your family, work place or community who deserves recognition for having voluntarily given of his time and efforts to improve the lives of others within the Rochdale Borough?

Then get your nominations into us now by visiting www.springhill.org.uk/man-of-rochdale 

All are welcome to attend the event of the year, held in the beautiful surroundings of the Great Hall in Rochdale’s Town Hall.

Tickets are £38 per person which includes a drinks reception, 4 course meal and entertainment including an after-dinner speech by Paul.

Tickets can be purchased on the Springhill Hospice website at www.springhill.org.uk/man-of-rochdale or you can call the fundraising team on 01706 641 790 (option one) for more information.