Early in 1985 a number of gentlemen, who were carrying out the duties of Toastmaster throughout the North of England and beyond, met in Blackpool with the intention of forming a group in the north.

As a result of that meeting, on the 1st of April 1985 at the Imperial Hotel, Blackpool, The Northern Guild of Toastmasters was formed with these original gentlemen as its founder members.

The Guild has grown in stature since, and is now a highly respected organization of almost 40 members dedicated to the skills of their profession.

Full membership of the The Guild is highly prized and The Guild constantly strives through training and seminars to improve and keep pace with the constant changes and requirements of the modern era whilst still maintaining traditions.