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All Cheltonian Society members are invited to join us for a family-friendly Polo Day at Cirencester Park Polo Club. Enjoy polo matches, retail stands, treading in with prizes for finding the golden corks, access to the Clubhouse and a variety of food options.
Sponsored by Infinox Capital Limited (FCA Regulated)
Tickets
Tickets are per car and include parking and entrance for all people within the car.
Advance: £30 per car
On the day: £40 per car
Schedule
10.00 Gates open, retail stands and Clubhouse facilities open, BIRCH Horsebox opens for hot and soft drinks, bacon rolls and traybake cakes
10.30 Beaufort v Cheltenham Prep/Cotswolds
11.00 Cheltenham College v Stowe
12.00 Treading in and hunt for the golden corks (see below for prizes)
12.15 Cheltonian Society v Cheltenham College
13.30 Match prize presentations
- See below for lunch options -
15.00 End (guests are welcome to stay on to watch other matches)
* Matches and schedule are subject to change *
Find the Golden Corks Prizes
Two fantastic prizes are up for grabs for the lucky finders of the Golden Corks during treading in:
Food & Drink Options
Guests will have access to the Clubhouse bar (drinks only) and facilities, as well as the BIRCH Horsebox, throughout the day.
Three options are available for lunch:
Cirencester Park Polo Pavilion Brasserie
Wesley Birch began a new residency at The Pavilion in April 2025. Enjoy handcrafted menus using the finest local produce, with views across the Ivy Lodge pitch.
Advance booking is required. View the menu and book your table at: cirencesterpolo.co.uk/events-hospitality/pavilion
BIRCH Horsebox
The BIRCH Horsebox will open at 10.00 for hot drinks, soft drinks, bacon rolls and a selection of traybake cakes.
Burgers will be served from 11.45 (no reservation required).
Limited seating will be available near the Horsebox, so please bring a blanket or picnic chairs.
Picnics
You are welcome to bring your own picnic.
Directions: Please visit the Cirencester Polo Club website for directions: cirencesterpolo.co.uk/contact/
Parking: Your entrance ticket includes field parking. You will be directed to our parking area on arrival.
Dress: Smart casual - please dress for the weather!
Inclement weather: Matches will only be cancelled if extreme weather conditions make it dangerous to play. In the event of the matches being cancelled in advance, an email will be sent to the lead booker and tickets will be refunded. If play is stopped on the day, refunds will not be given. The Pavilion Brasserie will still serve lunch for advance table boookings.
Access: Please let us know if you have any access requirements: society@cheltenhamcollege.org / 01242 265694.
Photography: A College photographer will be taking photos and videos (without sound). If you do not wish to be photographed or filmed, please let a member of College staff know on the day.
Dogs: Dogs on leads are welcome.
Event Sponsors
With thanks to Headline Sponsor Infinox Capital Limited (FCA Regulated)
With additional thanks to:
The Ephson family for sponsoring the Poulton Polo Cup
Bakers Fine Jewellery for sponsoring the Polo Cup
Birch Catering for the catering and prize sponsorship
British Polo Gin for providing OC player prizes
Thanks also to our venue, Cirencester Park Polo Club.
Visit Cirencester Park Polo Club website for details of their social membership. Benefits include free parking and use of the Clubhouse facilities, reusable guest passes, invitations to member-only events, and more.
cirencesterpolo.co.uk/membership/social-membership/
Stands on the day: