IG Index HAC 105 Polo Invitational
The Honourable Artillery Company (HAC) is proud to host The IG Index HAC 105 Polo Invitational, a three match exhibition polo event in aid of the Regimental Charity - The HAC Benevolent Fund and also The Parachute Regiment Charity. In 2010 the event drew a crowd of 700+ spectators and raised much needed funds for the HAC Benevolent Fund.
The event will be held on Saturday 17th September 2011 at Ham Polo Club, Richmond, London.
Please see important not about CAR PARKING below!

This year will see a number of teams play for the honour of a number of beautiful trophies (kindly provided by Mappin & Webb) and the main match sees The Household Cavalry Regiment compete for the "105" (A 105mm brass cartridge used to fire an artillery round from a standard British Army field gun).
Apart from the frenetic and exciting polo there will also be the HAC Light Guns, a tent pegging display by the HAC Light Cavalry, Music by the British Imperial Band, the horsebox gallery, an interactive stand from Haute Route and food and drink stands.
11:00 Gates Open
11:30 Charles Heidseick Reception (HAC VIP Enclosure)
12:00 HAC VIP Lunch (Clubhouse & Enclosure)
12:40 British Imperial Band (Marching Display )
13:00 The Sincura Finsbury Cup - IG Index HAC (Bullecourt) Vs II PARA
13:55 British Imperial Band (Static Display )
14:15 The IG Index "105" - IG Index HAC (Arras) Vs Household Cavalry Regiment
15:10 HAC Light Cavalry Tent Pegging display
15:30 The Zepter International Cup - HAC Saddle Club Vs Household Division (Veterans)
16:30 British Imperial Band (Marching Display)
16:50 Prize Giving
17:00 Close of Polo
17:10 Raffle Draw
17:30 Onsite After party with DJ's and bars by Sincura. (non-VIP can upgrade and pay for access to the after party on site)
00:00 Close
TICKETS
There are 3 levels of tickets available:
- VIP & Lunch (see menu below) - Tickets for lunch have now been allocated.
- VIP
- Basic
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£5 for Basic ticket for Children(6-17yrs), under 5's access FREE!
*PARKING
Please note that in order to ensure sufficient picnicing and viewing space parking is at a premium and only those vehicles with a valid pass will be granted access to the grounds on the day. There are a limited number of car passes (160) available and they need to be purchased IN ADVANCE. No exceptions can be made on the day. NB A Car pass does not in itself grant access to the occupants who must possess a seperate pass!
TRANSPORT
The Nearest Tube and Train Station to the Polo Club is Richmond. To get to the club from there by Taxi takes 5 minutes, alternativly the Number 65 bus stops outside the club gates. Walking along the river from Richmond takes 25 minutes.
DRESS CODE: Smart Casual
NO SHORTS - Male or Female allowed, designer or otherwise.
Smart jeans permitted.
LUNCH
Lunch will be served in the club house at 12:00. It will be preceded by a champagne reception from 11:30. Tables of 12 are available. The dress code for the lunch is sports casual. Gentlemen are encouraged to sport regimental/club ties. The lunch is only available to those who have purchased the VIP & Lunch ticket in advance. NOW CLOSED (contact event organiser for further bookings).
Food and drink stands will be on site to cater to the public.
LUNCH - MENU
Smoked Salmon with Fresh Asparagus Spears and Hollandaise Sauce
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Breast of Chicken with White Wine, Tarragon, Cream, Sautéed Shallots and Wild Mushrooms
Parmentier Potatoes
selection of summer vegetables
Artichokes and Wild Mushroom en Croute
(for specified vegetarians)
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Tarte aux Citron with Raspberry Coulis
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Tea & Coffee
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Complimentary wine (2 Red & 2 White per table)
Pre-ordered picnics are available for collection for £30. These can be ordered when purchasing tickets. Picnic includes:
- Main course
- Pudding
- Individual bottle of wine
- Plastic glass
- Plate
- Knife, fork, spoon and napkins
- Reusable hessian bag to keep.