Speed Mooting is proud to partner with Liverpool Speakers Club for:
A Live Speech Contest
Watch a real speech contest, score the speakers, and discover the world of competitive public speaking — then join us for food, drinks and networking.
About the event
See how competitive public speaking really works.
In partnership with Liverpool Speakers Club, we're opening the doors to a live speech contest — so you can experience the atmosphere of competitive public speaking from the inside.
As an audience member, you won't just be watching — you'll be scoring too. We'll walk you through how judging works at the Association of Speakers Clubs, hand you a scoresheet, and let you play along as the speeches unfold. At the end of the evening, see how your scores compare to the official result.
Whether you're looking to improve your own public speaking, curious about joining a speakers club, or simply want a genuinely fun evening out — this is for you.
The evening
What to expect
Doors Open & Arrival
Arrive, get settled and meet other guests before the evening begins
Welcome & Introduction
Liverpool Speakers Club President and Criminal Barrister, John Dove will introduce the club, explain how the evening works, and share practical advice for anyone looking to improve their public speaking
The Speech Contest
Watch a live speech contest run to Association of Speakers Clubs standards — and score along with the judges. We'll share the official scoresheet so you can follow every speech and compare your results at the end
Food, Drinks & Networking
Join the speakers and club members for food, drinks and informal networking — a great opportunity to ask questions, hear more about the club, and meet like-minded people
Close
The evening wraps up — but the conversations don't have to
Your ticket includes
Everything you need for the evening
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Audience scoring
Play along with the judges and see how you compare
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Food
Included in your ticket price
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Networking
Meet the speakers, members and fellow guests
Venue
The Racquet Club Hotel
5 Chapel Street, Liverpool, L3 9AG
A beautiful boutique hotel in the heart of Liverpool city centre — the perfect setting for an evening of speeches, scores and socialising.
🚂 3-minute walk from Moorfields train station
🚂 10-minute walk from Liverpool Lime Street station
🅿️ Car park next door (charges apply)
Who is this for?
Perfect if you...
✓ Want to improve your public speaking and see how competitive speaking works in practice
✓ Are curious about joining a speakers club and want to see what it's all about before committing
✓ Are a law student or aspiring barrister looking to build your advocacy and presentation skills
✓ Work in a profession where speaking confidently matters — law, business, education, or beyond
✓ Are a student or graduate looking to develop skills that will set you apart
✓ Simply want a fun, interesting evening out in Liverpool with like-minded people
✓ Have never been to anything like this before and are just curious — you are very welcome
Join us
Wednesday 9th September — The Racquet Club, Liverpool
A live speech contest, audience scoring, food and networking — all for £12. Whether you're looking to build your confidence, explore the world of public speaking, or simply have a great evening out, we'd love to have you with us.
Please note: tickets are non-refundable.
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Reviews
Nicholas Stone
Future Pupil Barrister and 2023 National Speed Mooting Competition Champion
"Speed Mooting was very helpful with getting pupillage, as the pupillage process tests how well you can make a case.
The Speed Mooting competition gave me a good chance to become a better speaker, and to gain more confidence in my abilities. It's a great opportunity to test yourself and improve.”
Liam Ainscough
Law Lecturer, University of Bolton
“The events I attended were insightful to the industry and mooting was fun and informative at the same time. I would highly recommend that undergraduate students attend the annual moot to not only increase their confidence, but to obtain skills that are desirable in practise. The NSMC team always provide more than enough information and the event is similar to the working paradigm of a barrister. As an academic, I always recommend these events to students.”
Mersede Mardani
Law Student
“Today I joined Speed Mooting's "Introduction to Mooting Course".
I must admit that prior to attending this course, I was not familiar with mooting or what a moot consists of. However, after participating in this course, I can confidently say that thanks to John Dove's incredibly informative presentation, I now thoroughly understand what a moot consists of, and I have the courage to apply this to a moot and experience it first-hand.
I look forward to putting into practice the knowledge I have gained today and continue to attend moots throughout my legal journey.”
