The English Manner

The English Manner is a unique British-based company providing international training and consultancy in contemporary etiquette, protocol, the arts, social skills, household and event planning.

Founded by Alexandra Messervy, formerly of the Royal Household of Her Majesty The Queen, in 2001, The English Manner gives worldwide personal development, cultural, hospitality and social skills training to an international clientele of all ages.

The English Manner incorporates the etiquette training side of the world-renowned Lucie Clayton Finishing School.

We have four main areas of expertise: etiquette & protocol tuition, household management, unique travel tours & programmes, and event management.

Through our continued work with only the best of tutors, partners & service providers we are able to provided an unparalleled service to a discerning clientele.

In February of this year we launched our Middle East Academy in Dubai. For more information, please click here.

Senior etiquette tutor William Hanson returned to China in June to lead a range of seminars, the below was a 2 hour crash course in Western etiquette for some government officials in Chengdu.

William Hanson and Diana Mather visited our Middle East Academy in May and June. Below are some photos of the two children's etiquette workshops from May and June as well as Diana Mather's 1-Day Essential Ladies' Etiquette Course at the Ritz Carlton Dubai Marina Hotel.