Learn
British English
Speak Like a Native with Expert Pronunciation Coaching
Improve your pronunciation, master the rhythm and intonation of British English, and feel confident communicating in any setting—professional, social, or creative.
Learn British English online or in person with renowned British voice coach Ashley Howard.
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Master the pronunciation of words in British English
Meet Ashley
Ashley Howard is a leading British English pronunciation coach with an MA in Voice Studies and nearly 20 years of experience.
He specialises in helping non-native and native speakers learn British English, refine their accent, and speak with clarity and authenticity. Ashley’s coaching blends deep technical expertise with a practical, supportive approach so you feel confident, natural, and at ease when you speak.
BRITISH ACCENT TRAINING
Get Assessed
Start your journey with a comprehensive evaluation. You’ll receive a clear roadmap showing which sounds, stress patterns, and intonation features to focus on, how long it may take, and the practice required to achieve fluency and confidence in British English pronunciation.
BRITISH ENGLISH PRONUNCIATION
Structured Classes
Step-by-step English speaking training tailored to your needs. Whether online or in person, each lesson follows a proven method that delivers rapid and lasting improvements to your accent and clarity.
Game Changing Results
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![Allison O’Gorman client of Ashley Howard voice coach]()
An expert in his field! Excellent practical exercises and insights. Highly recommended to anyone looking to improve their communication and presentation skills in any way.
Allison O’Gorman | Lawyer at Mason Hayes & Curran LLP
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![Lawson Steele client of Ashley Howard voice coach]()
Superbly insightful, very calm and understated. A real pleasure to work with.
Lawson Steele | Carbon Strategist
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![Asha Kishore client of Ashley Howard voice coach]()
Fantastic teacher! Skilled, knowledgeable, patient, flexible and understanding. He instills confidence and optimism. An enlightening and thoroughly enjoyable journey!
Dr Asha Kishore | Head of Clinical Excellence Aster Medcity
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![Paul Craddock client of Ashley Howard]()
I came to Ashley to help with speech, media and communication skills in advance of my book release. He was incredible and I recommend him to everyone.
Dr Paul Craddock | Cultural Historian and Author of Spare Parts
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![Dr Carolina Ramirez-Figueroa client of Ashley Howard voice coach]()
Ashley has been a fantastic coach, he has been helping me to improve my communication skills. He is highly professional and I couldn't recommend him more.
Dr Carolina Ramirez-Figueroa | Senior Research Tutor Royal College of Art
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![Mahmoud Alesheikh client of Ashley Howard]()
I am very lucky and privileged to be trained by Ashley. The training helped me to feel so much more competent and confident as a news anchor. Thanks!
Mahmoud Alesheikh | TV and Radio Senior Presenter BBC
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![Pilar Sanchez Roa client of Ashley Howard voice coach]()
“Highly recommend! I’m much more effective and confident in my communication skills during business reviews, meetings and presentations.”
Pilar Sanchez Roa | Commercial Manager at QinetiQ
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![Roman Stahlman client of Ashley Howard voice coach]()
I worked with six coaches before and Ashley is by far the most experienced and professional coach I've ever worked with. His knowledge and techniques are outstanding.
Roman Stahlman | Actor
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![George Dikaios client of Ashley Howard voice coach]()
Ashley is excellent! Professional, deeply knowledgable, always supportive and creative. I saw immediate improvement in the way I spoke and my confidence. Highly recommended.
George Dikaios | Resilience & Business Support Officer House Of Commons
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![Antoaneta Pop client of Ashley Howard]()
Great coach. Easy to work with! Quickly understands what you really need and helps you to accomplish it! Very knowledgeable and I would definitely recommend him!
Antoaneta Pop | CEO R.E.P.R.E.S.E.N.T
BRITISH PRONUNCIATION COURSE
Homework
Receive a personalised British pronunciation course plan designed to fit your daily routine. Practical exercises help you build strong habits until speaking with ease, clarity, and fluency in British English becomes second nature.
BRITISH ACCENT COACH
Feedback On Progress
Each lesson provides targeted, constructive feedback so you know exactly how your speech is developing. You’ll always understand what to refine next, making steady, noticeable progress in your ability to speak British English clearly and confidently.
FREE Training Ebook
320 pages covering every vowel, consonant and aspect of intonation.
12hrs of audio
hundred of everyday words and sentences for practice.
Businesses
And Teams
Give colleagues the skills to communicate effectively in global settings. British English accent training for professionals ensures clarity, credibility, and confidence.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are English pronunciation classes?
English pronunciation classes focus on vowels, consonants, intonation, and stress patterns unique to British English. You’ll learn to identify and change the features that make your accent unclear, step by step, until you can speak naturally and fluently.
Who is a British accent training course for?
Anyone who wants to learn to speak in a British accent—actors, professionals, voice artists, and non-native speakers who feel their accent limits their communication or confidence.
What do you do in a British pronunciation course?
Sessions target the most important areas of your speech—such as vowel and consonant clarity, rhythm, stress, connected speech, and intonation. You’ll gain practical tools to understand what you currently do, how to change it, and how to integrate improvements into real-life communication.
Is English speaking training suitable for children?
Yes. As long as the student is motivated and chooses to learn, the lessons are adapted to age and ability.
Is learning British English worth it?
Absolutely. Clear, confident speech in British English can improve professional opportunities, social confidence, and creative expression. Ashley has successfully coached learners aged 16 to 72 to achieve their goals.
More FAQs below.
Transformative Results
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![Lawson Steele client of Ashley Howard voice coach]()
Superbly insightful, very calm and understated. A real pleasure to work with.
Lawson Steele | Carbon Strategist
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![Allison O’Gorman client of Ashley Howard voice coach]()
An expert in his field! Excellent practical exercises and insights. Highly recommended to anyone looking to improve their communication and presentation skills in any way.
Allison O’Gorman | Lawyer at Mason Hayes & Curran LLP
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![Asha Kishore client of Ashley Howard voice coach]()
Fantastic teacher! Skilled, knowledgeable, patient, flexible and understanding. He instills confidence and optimism. An enlightening and thoroughly enjoyable journey!
Dr Asha Kishore | Head of Clinical Excellence Aster Medcity
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![Paul Craddock client of Ashley Howard]()
I came to Ashley to help with speech, media and communication skills in advance of my book release. He was incredible and I recommend him to everyone.
Dr Paul Craddock | Cultural Historian and Author of Spare Parts
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![Dr Carolina Ramirez-Figueroa client of Ashley Howard voice coach]()
Ashley has been a fantastic coach, he has been helping me to improve my communication skills. He is highly professional and I couldn't recommend him more.
Dr Carolina Ramirez-Figueroa | Senior Research Tutor Royal College of Art
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![Mahmoud Alesheikh client of Ashley Howard]()
I am very lucky and privileged to be trained by Ashley. The training helped me to feel so much more competent and confident as a news anchor. Thanks!
Mahmoud Alesheikh | TV and Radio Senior Presenter BBC
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![Pilar Sanchez Roa client of Ashley Howard voice coach]()
“Highly recommend! I’m much more effective and confident in my communication skills during business reviews, meetings and presentations.”
Pilar Sanchez Roa | Commercial Manager at QinetiQ
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![Roman Stahlman client of Ashley Howard voice coach]()
I worked with six coaches before and Ashley is by far the most experienced and professional coach I've ever worked with. His knowledge and techniques are outstanding.
Roman Stahlman | Actor
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![George Dikaios client of Ashley Howard voice coach]()
Ashley is excellent! Professional, deeply knowledgable, always supportive and creative. I saw immediate improvement in the way I spoke and my confidence. Highly recommended.
George Dikaios | Resilience & Business Support Officer House Of Commons
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![Antoaneta Pop client of Ashley Howard]()
Great coach. Easy to work with! Quickly understands what you really need and helps you to accomplish it! Very knowledgeable and I would definitely recommend him!
Antoaneta Pop | CEO R.E.P.R.E.S.E.N.T
More Frequently Asked Questions
Is your British accent training online?
Yes. Ashley has offered British accent training online since 2010 via Zoom and other platforms, with results equal to in-person sessions.
Do you offer British accent training near me?
Ashley teaches in person near Stroud, Gloucestershire, UK, and worldwide online.
How long are coaching sessions?
Each coaching session is 50 minutes.
How many sessions will I need?
After the assessment in the first session Ashley will tell you exactly how many session you’ll need to achieve your objectives. Typically, clients have between 5 and 15 coaching sessions.
How often should I book coaching sessions?
Most clients see Ashley once every 2 weeks, so that they have time to absorb the learning and practice but not so much time that they lose motivation. However, you can book in as frequently as you want based on your schedule and budget.
Do you offer coaching on evenings and weekends?
Ashley offers online coaching:
Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays 7.45am to 9.30pm UK time
Saturdays 8am to 1pm UK time
Ashley offers in-person coaching in Stroud:
Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays 8.45am to 3.30pm UK time
Saturdays 11am to 1pm UK time
How much does English speaking training cost?
You can find all the details of Ashley’s fees and how to book a session on his prices page.
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