Andy is a performance poet and entertainer, author and former business communicator who has two artificial limbs, three fine children, a whippet called Tamba and a tabby called Toby. (He also had two feisty chickens until Basil Brush made their acquaintance).

Andy engages live and digital audiences with his poetry and related commentary; plenty of light-hearted humour ... and a smattering of history.

The bionic bard - working with his wonderful wife - also supports and encourages victims of trauma.

Kind words:

“I just wanted to personally say "thank you" - and also on behalf of our Group - for your interesting, lighthearted, humorous and, above all, inspirational talk yesterday morning. To put your experiences into poems was a winning formula with our audience … “ John Sutton, Programme Secretary

“You spoke to our group earlier this year, and we so enjoyed your poetic presentation that I am inviting you back to speak to us in person!” Michelle Hartman - Vice Chairperson

”Just to say a big thanks for the most entertaining and witty talk you gave to our members.” Terry Smith - Speaker Secretary

“Thank you very much for your talk, which our members thoroughly enjoyed. It was very entertaining, as well as informative and inspirational. You have a great mastery of words.” Caroline Jess - Speaker Secretary

“Thank you for giving us an excellent talk. A group of us were discussing it afterwards and there was universal admiration for your presentation and your poetry.” Dr Adrian J Delnevo