Gloucestershire Festival of Polo

Gloucestershire Festival of Polo

The Beaufort Polo Club in Westonbirt, Gloucestershire meets annually in June for a yearly celebration of the oldest sport in the world. A two-day spectacle held at the Beaufort Polo Club in The Cotswolds. The entertainment includes impressive top-class polo, a tented shopping village plus arena attractions and a traditional funfair. Whether you’re a fan of the sport or simply enjoy a great social day out.

About Beaufort Polo Club

The Beaufort Polo Club is one of the leading clubs in the UK with 2 primary objectives: to encourage new players to learn and improve their game; and to provide first-class facilities for players and spectators alike.

What is the Festival of Polo?

Gloucestershire Festival of Polo

It is a horseback mounted team sport. In fact, it is one of the world’s oldest known team sports. The concept of the game and its variants date back from the 6th century BC to the 1st century AD. The sport originated from equestrian games played by nomadic Iranian and Turkic peoples. More…

Where?

Beaufort Polo Club

Downfarm House, Westonbirt, Gloucestershire GL8 8QW

Website – www.beaufortpoloclub.com

Other Equine Events in Gloucestershire & Cotswolds

The Gatcombe horse trials are a major event that happens. We also know this as The British Festival of Eventing. this takes place in August annually at Gatcombe Park, near to Stroud.