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Sally Anne Hayward is best known as an award-winning UK compere, comedian and entertainer, celebrated for her quick wit, warm stage presence and ability to connect with any audience. With standout achievements including winning Best UK Compere and the Holsten Pils ‘Fans of Comedy’ Award in 2019, and supporting major comedians such as Sarah Millican on tour in 2025, Sally Anne has built a reputation as one of the most reliable and engaging hosts on the circuit. With her upcoming 2026 ‘Older. Bolder’ UK tour, she continues to cement her reputation as a bold, dynamic performer at the top of her game. She is regularly hired to host and entertain at corporate events, awards ceremonies, festivals and private functions, where her sharp wit and assured presence guarantee a memorable experience for any audience.

Sally Anne’s early career laid strong foundations for her success. After graduating with a BA in Drama and Theatre Arts from Middlesex University in 1998, she began developing her performance skills across radio and live platforms. In 2004, she worked as a co-presenter for Star 107.2 in Bristol, gaining valuable experience in broadcasting and audience engagement. These formative years helped her develop confidence, timing and versatility, qualities that now allow her to seamlessly manage live events, handle unexpected moments and maintain high energy throughout any occasion. In addition to her live work, Sally Anne has built an impressive portfolio of media appearances and creative projects. She co-hosts the ‘Spit or Swallow’ podcast with Lou Conran and has been a co-host of ‘Tell Teresa’ on BBC Radio Ulster. Her appearances on BBC Radio 4 shows such as ‘Mark Steel’s Unite’ and ‘Elephant in the Room’, alongside her writing for Standard Issue Magazine, demonstrate her range as a performer and commentator.  

As a compere and comedian, Sally Anne has hosted a wide range of prestigious events, including the Top 100 Most Influential Women in Construction Awards, the Women in Construction Awards, the British HR Awards, the British Recruitment Awards (2022 and 2023), and the British Training Awards. Her portfolio also spans high-profile corporate and industry events such as the ICE Awards 2022, the Cyber Security Awards, Leadership Awards, and bespoke occasions like Pubmatic.com’s Christmas Celebration and comedy nights for Emap. Alongside this, she has worked with leading brands including Virgin Media, Alcatel and Lineage. Whether commanding a large festival crowd, such as her work compering at Glastonbury Festival, or entertaining more intimate corporate audiences, Sally Anne brings professionalism, adaptability and a natural ability to read the room. Her comedy is inclusive, sharp and personable, making her a safe yet exciting choice for diverse audiences.

Sally Anne is a dynamic and accomplished compere, comedian and host whose extensive experience across live events, media and touring makes her an exceptional choice for any occasion. Having supported top comedians including Russell Howard, Russell Kane, Hal Cruttenden and Suzi Ruffell, she has earned a strong reputation as a respected and credible performer within the industry, known for her impeccable timing and ability to win over any crowd. Sally Anne’s natural authority on stage, combined with a quick-thinking, personable style that allows her to engage audiences, manage live environments and handle unexpected moments with ease. Whether she’s keeping a high-profile awards ceremony running seamlessly or energising a lively festival crowd, she brings confidence, polish and a genuine connection with her audience. To hire Sally Anne for your next event, contact SpeakOut today!

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“We’ve worked with Sally-Anne across a number of our corporate awards events, and I can’t speak highly of her enough. Sally-Anne is super engaging, knows her audience and is an absolute joy to work with.” – BTA Events

“Sally-Anne was fantastic as always” – British Recruitment Awards

“Sally-Anne MC’d for us at a remote work event to cheer up our employees during a particularly bleak lockdown January in 2021. Sally-Anne was amazing at warming up the audience, introducing the acts and keeping the momentum of the event going. As a result it was a seamless laugh a minute with high engagement and great feedback!” –  Devoirah Glaizner, EPA

“The feedback about Sally-Anne has been fantastic. Her comedy set couldn’t have been better suited – the audience loved her and it took the event to the next level.” – British HR Awards “What a fantastic night we had, it made the night so much more special, we laughed so much during the gig and our laughter didn’t stop there! We were talking about it for hours long after she had gone, telling each other the same jokes and just re-enacting the funny lines that made us laugh so much. I would honestly and genuinely recommend Sallyanne to anyone who wants a great night with lots of laughter, our Christmas party is one we will all remember simply because of how much we laughed!!” – Bentley

The cost of hiring Sally Anne Hayward depends on your event format, location, duration and any travel requirements. For an accurate and tailored quote, please contact a SpeakOut booking agent for expert guidance.