Inspiring Talks Series

During the year we host events that are open to members of the public, as well as students.

Author Talks

We work closely with Linghams Booksellers in Heswall to bring some of the country's leading authors to the School. 

Richard Armitage - Actor, Voice Actor and Author
We were delighted to welcome multi-award winning stage, screen and voice actor, Richard Armitage, to the School in October 2023 to discuss his debut novel, Geneva. Read More.



Anna James - Children's Author
In October 2023, the children in Prep welcomed author, Anna James, to the School. Anna delivered an exciting and engaging talk as part of our Inspiring Talks Series. Read More. 



Julia Bradbury - BBC presenter and Author
Audiences were treated to a night to remember when we welcomed BBC Presenter, Julia Bradbury, to the School in September 2023. Read More.



Sam Quek MBE
We were delighted to welcome Sam Quek MBE as our guest speaker at our Sports Personality Dinner in May 2023.



Donna David - Children's Author
In March 2023, the children in Little School welcomed children’s author, and self-proclaimed “Chocolate Monster”,  Donna David, to the School to hear all about her new book, Planes, Planes, Planes! Read More.



Jojo Moyes - #1 New York Times best-selling Author and Screenwriter
In February 2023, we welcomed Jojo Moyes to discuss her new book 'Someone Else’s Shoes'. Read More.



Lucy Worsley - Historian, Curator and Novelist
We were delighted to welcome historian, curator and novelist, Lucy Worsley, to Birkenhead School in September 2022 where she gave a fascinating talk and signed copies of her new book. Read More. 



Katy Daley-McLean MBE
In April 2022, Katy Daley-McLean MBE was the guest speaker at our annual Sports Personality Dinner.



Rachel Morrisoe - Children's Author
Back in 2021, we were pleased to welcome the author of the well-loved children's book, Drama Llama. Rachel delivered a wonderful talk to the children in Prep and signed copies of their books.



Nisha Katona MBE - TV Presenter, Chef and Restaurateur
Wirral local, Nisha Katona MBE, visited the School in November 2021 in conjunction with Linghams Booksellers in Heswall. Read More. 



Rick Stein CBE - TV Presenter, Chef and Restaurateur
Rick Stein CBE visited Birkenhead School in September 2021 in conjunction with Linghams Booksellers in Heswall. Read More.



John Barnes MBE - Former International Professional Footballer.
John Barnes MBE delivered a passionate and interactive lecture via Zoom in March 2021 on the history of race and prejudice to Birkenhead School Sixth Form. Read More.



Robin Stevens - Children's Murder Mystery Author
Robin returned to Birkenhead School (via Zoom) in March 2021 to talk about her books, and in particular, the final book in the Murder Most Unladylike series; 'Death Sets Sail'. Read more.



Konnie Huq  - Television Presenter, Children's Author and Illustrator
Konnie visited the School in February 2020 to promote her first novel which she has written and illustrated, ‘Cookie and the Most Annoying Boy in the World.’ Read more.



Lisa Williamson  - Award-Winning Author
Lisa visited the School in January 2020 to present a talk on her books, 'The Art of Being Normal' and 'All About Mia,' and her life as a novelist. Read more.



Nikki Henderson - Record-Breaking Yachtswoman,
Nikki visited the School in January 2020 to launch the ‘No Limits’ workshop series.  The workshops are aimed at inspiring our girls, across all age groups, to see no limits to what they can achieve. Read more.



Ramsey Campbell  - Internationally Acclaimed Horror Author
Ramsey visited the School in December 2019 and was guest of honour at Birkenhead School’s inaugural ‘A Ghost Story for Christmas’ event. Read more.



Jojo Moyes  - Bestselling Novelist 
Jojo visited the School in Ocotber 2019 to talk about her latest romance novel, 'The Giver of Stars'. Read more. 



George Alagiah  - Journalist, Newsreader and Author 
George visited the School in August 2019 to promote his debut political thriller, 'The Burning Land' and to talk about his life as a journalist. Read more 



Sophy Henn  - Children's Author and Illustrator 
Sophy visited the School in June 2019 to speak about her latest book, ' Bad Nana: All the Fun of the Fair', the second book in the Bad Nana series. Read more.



Alex T Smith - Children's Author and Illustrator
Alex visited the School in March 2019 as part of the School's World Book Day activities.

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Joe Wicks - Fitness Coach, TV Presenter and Author
Joe Wicks visited the School in January 2019 on his book tour ''Veggie Lean in 15'.

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Kate Humble – Broadcaster and Author
Kate Humble visited the School in November 2018 to speak to the audience about her travels and new book, 'Thinking on my Feet'.

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Lord Jeffrey Archer - Author
Lord Jeffrey Archer, novelist and former Member of Parliament, visited in October 2018 to talk about his career and literary works.

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Clare Balding - Broadcaster and TV Presenter
Clare Balding visited and spoke to students from Years 5 to 8 about her career and truly inspired some of our younger students.  Students from local schools were invited as part of the School's wider outreach programme.

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Chris Riddell - Illustrator and Writer
Chris Riddell visited in September 2018 and amazed students with his drawings that came to life during the course of his talk.  The talk was held as part of the School's wider outreach programme.

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Sir Tony Robinson – Broadcaster, Actor, Comedian and Author
Sir Tony Robinson visited the School and spoke to the audience about his life, career to date and his thoroughly entertaining autobiography ‘No Cunning Plan – My Story’.

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Carl Fogarty, MBE – World Superbike Racer
Carl Fogarty visited the School in April 2018 and spoke about his career and shared funny anecdotes from his life.  The visit coincided with the launch of his autobiography ‘The World According to Foggy’.

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Alison Weir – Author and Historian
Alison Weir, best-selling author and historian, visited the School in May 2018 to talk to the audience about her latest book, 'Jane Seymour: The Haunted Queen.

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Sports Personality Dinners

We also welcome a Sports Personality Dinner to our annual Sports Personality Dinner to raise funds for the School sports tours and local charities.  

Recent guests have included:

Graham Rowntree, Former England Rugby Player (2019)



John Parrott, World Snooker Champion (2018)