Venue & Event Manager | AV & Technical Production | Sandon Manor
Thomas (Tom) Wylds is Venue and Event Manager at Sandon Manor, bringing more than 20 years of experience in live music, touring and technical production to the historic Hertfordshire wedding and events venue.
With a background working alongside internationally recognised artists, including Florence + The Machine, Tom combines extensive technical expertise with a natural understanding of live events, music and entertainment. His experience helps create the seamless celebrations and memorable parties that have become part of Sandon Manor’s character.
Weddings, Events & Technical Production at Sandon Manor
As Venue and On-the-Day Event Manager, Tom oversees the practical and technical delivery of weddings, private celebrations and corporate events at Sandon Manor.
Working closely with couples, event organisers, suppliers and the wider Sandon Manor team, he helps ensure that every event runs smoothly, from setting up the venue and coordinating technical requirements to managing the celebrations on the day.
Tom also oversees the venue’s audiovisual and technical systems, including sound, lighting and entertainment facilities. His expertise is particularly valuable in Sandon Manor’s dedicated club room & managing DJs & bands, where professional sound and lighting help create an exceptional atmosphere for evening celebrations.
Before joining Sandon Manor, Tom spent more than two decades working in the live music industry, touring with bands and artists and managing the technical and audiovisual requirements of live performances.
His experience includes working with Florence + The Machine, alongside other touring musicians and production teams, where precision, organisation and the ability to respond quickly to changing circumstances were essential.
From managing complex technical setups to ensuring performances ran smoothly, Tom developed the skills and experience that now underpin his approach to event management at Sandon Manor.
As a musician himself, Tom also brings a personal understanding of music, performance and the atmosphere that makes a great celebration.
Part of the Sandon Manor Team
Tom works closely with Operations and Events Manager Louise Bruning and the wider Sandon Manor team to deliver weddings, celebrations and business events across the estate’s historic and contemporary spaces.
His combination of practical venue management, technical knowledge and experience in live entertainment plays an important role in creating the relaxed, well-organised and memorable events that Sandon Manor is known for.