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Hurlingham Polo Association

Name: Hurlingham Polo Association
Address: Kirtlington Park, Kidlington, OX53JQ, GB
Telephone: 01367 242828

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The Hurlingham Polo Association is the modern governing body for polo in the UK and around the world. or Ireland, and the fixtures list.

As the governing body it is responsible for the regulations and rules under which the game is played. In addition it is accountable for the the handicapping of anyone playing in the U.K.

16/09/2026

The HPA is deeply saddened to confirm the death of Harry Revell following an incident during a match at Cowdray Park Polo Club on Friday 11 September.

Harry was a much-loved and respected member of the polo community, and our thoughts are first and foremost with his wife, family, friends, and teammates at this desperately difficult time.

Cowdray has remained in close contact with Harry’s family since the accident and both the Club and the HPA will continue to offer them the support we can.

We would like to thank the paramedics, the Air Ambulance and everyone involved in Harry’s care. As a mark of respect, the Farewell Cup has been abandoned. The remainder of the polo season at Cowdray will resume in due course. Out of respect for Harry’s family, we ask that their privacy is respected.

We recognise the impact that this will have across the polo community. Anyone affected is encouraged to seek support through Riders Minds, which is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, by Live Chat, Free Phone on 0800 088 2073 or by Text on 07480 488 103.

07/09/2026

JOHN NASH HEADS FOR GUINNESS WORLD RECORD! 🏅

Yorkshire polo legend John ‘Nashie’ Nash took aim at an extraordinary record at Toulston Polo Club on 5-6 September, in a bid to officially become the Guinness World Records World’s Oldest Polo Player.

At 86 years and 31 days old, John is set to surpass the previous record set by Brazil’s 85-year-old Armando Klabin in October 2017.

With over 55 seasons on the field, John learned to play in Kenya and has enjoyed polo all over the world.

He said: “I don’t really think about my age when I’m playing - I just get on the horse and try to hit the ball, hopefully in the right direction.” 👏

Congratulations John - we salute you! 🫡

30/08/2026

🏆 Team INFINOX PT streak to a 9-1 win in the KBIS 4 Goal VL Super League Final!

The UK’s best low goal teams enjoyed one of the world’s most brilliant grounds today - playing on the Princes’ Ground at Guards Polo Club 👌 Huge thanks to the team at Guards for making it possible.

We were delighted to welcome Lawrence Gill, Managing Director at KBIS, our Official Equestrian Insurance Partner, to present the winners’ trophy to Denis Antonov, Augustus Roberts, Roy Prisk and MVP Matias Amaya.

Runners up were team Hardmoor Stud of Florence Golder, Timothy Rose, Marcus Speed and Grant Collett.

Our KBIS Best Playing Pony was Matias Amaya’s Sapo Luly Love, while the Emerson & Watson Vets RoR award went to Grant Collett’s Miss Lawless 🏇

Watch it back on demand on Polocam | Watch Polo Live and thanks to TheArtOfPolo for capturing it all 📸

Infinox have booked their table at the 2027 Polo Awards - watch this space to find out who will be joining them as the VL season wraps up 👀

28/08/2026

Negotiating your contract for 2027?
READ THIS FIRST 👇

Every year the HPA is contacted about financial disputes between players, patrons, and others in the polo industry.

Help us to help you by reading these key tips to make sure you’re protected by a clear agreement.

If you need support, contact the HPA office with as much information as possible - we’re here to help.

26/08/2026

After two red-hot semi-finals it’s time for the final showdown in the KBIS 4 Goal VL Super League! 🏇

The teams are set for the final on Sunday 30 August, with a smashing debut for INFINOX PT taking on the experienced Hardmoor Stud who just missed a finals spot last year. It’s winner-takes-all as the champions will take the 4 goal series title and secure their spot at the 2027 Polo Awards 🏆

Infinox - .antonov Augustus Roberts Matias Amaya

Hardmoor Stud - Florence Golder, .rose Marcus Speed

All welcome for the low goal final of the season - thanks to Guards Polo Club for giving these players the chance to play on such incredible grounds! 👌

Don’t forget to check out the comprehensive insurance services available through KBIS with and exclusive discount for HPA members - more details in your Blue Book! 🐴

📸 TheArtOfPolo

13/08/2026

📢 Could you help to shape the future of polo as an HPA Steward?

The Stewards act as the Board of the HPA, making key decisions in consultation with committees and stakeholders across the polo community.

There are two Stewards’ positions up for re-election this year, to be voted on by your Club Representatives at our winter Council Meeting.

If you’re interested in becoming a Steward, discuss with your Club and ask them to nominate you by contacting our Operations Manager, Karen Irving at [email protected]. You must be a member of the Club that nominates you.

Elections will take place in November. HPA Stewards play a vital role within the sport and we particularly encourage those with board- or trustee-level experience to apply.

Check your Blue Book for more information on the role of the HPA Stewards and contact us with any questions.

10/08/2026

Calling all young British players! 📢

Performance Pathway applications are OPEN! If you are aged 14-17 and committed to a future in polo, apply now to join the Pathway for 2027.

Our annual assessment day takes place on 31 August at Black Bears Polo Club - find the application link on our website. HPA members can also look out for the email link arriving in their inbox.

31/07/2026

📢 4 Goal Super League Update: West Zone

With the recent dry weather and no significant rainfall forecast, both Druids Lodge Polo Club and Tedworth Park Polo Club have made the difficult decision to cancel their upcoming 4-goal Super League Qualifiers. This is a huge disappointment for all involved and comes despite the clubs’ best efforts to maintain the grounds.

The remaining tournament at Vaux Park will go ahead, scheduled to start on 5 August. Vaux Park are actively watering the ground to prepare for the tournament.

In agreement with the clubs in the West Zone, the Vaux Park tournament will become a DIRECT QUALIFIER for the Super League Semi Finals. The winning team from this tournament will qualify for the semi-finals at Black Bears on 24 August.

It’s winner-takes-it-all, and entries are still OPEN! Final entries must be in by midnight Sunday 2 August. Contact Vaux Park Polo Club or visit the VPPC website to enter.

28/07/2026

🐴 Did you know that more than 150 horses took part in International Day?

From tiny Biscuit, proudly carrying the England flag, to breathtaking Guri Espanola, winner of the coveted Bendicks Best Playing Pony prize, every horse on the field is unique, and every one is a superstar.

What many people don’t see is that the match itself is just a small part of a polo pony’s life.

High standards of horse welfare are built on year-round care. This includes carefully managed fitness programmes, balanced nutrition, regular veterinary, farriery, and dental care, and much more. Crucially, they benefit from experienced horsemanship thanks to a highly skilled team of grooms dedicated to their care.

Polo also places welfare at the centre of the game itself. Horses play in short chukkas to avoid fatigue, with players changing horses regularly so that no horse plays for more than a few minutes at a time. After each game, horses are cooled down, rehydrated, and assessed before returning home, with recovery forming an essential part of their routine.

The responsibility doesn’t end when the season finishes either. Whether they continue playing, enjoy a lighter workload, or retire from the sport, the welfare of polo ponies remains a top priority even after their playing careers. And polo can be a second career too; we welcome many former racehorses into the sport and are proud to work with to celebrate them.

Every member of the polo community plays their part, and at the HPA our Equine Manager Vix Chapple and Welfare Chair David Morley lead the way. Vix has spent a lifetime with horses - in polo, polocrosse, reining, and more - while David’s commitment and knowledge is unparalleled. With the help of our Welfare Committee - including several vets - Vix and David work tirelessly to protect, promote, and monitor pony welfare through rules, welfare checks, drug testing and more.

International Day celebrates outstanding polo and world-class players, but above all it celebrates the remarkable horses who make the sport possible. To our grooms and ponies: THANK YOU 👏

📸 TheArtOfPolo

26/07/2026

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 What an International Day for Louis Hine - MVP and Best Playing Pony of the Coronation Cup 2026

Here he is catching up with Glen Gilmore talking about his best playing pony Guri Espinola and old favourite Identic Electra, playing for England alongside his brother Ned, Ollie Cudmore and Tommy Beresford and his plans for the rest of the summer.

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Kirtlington Park
Kidlington
OX53JQ

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

01367 242828

Website

http://www.hpa-polo.co.uk/

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