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 17^th 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

£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) 

Should you have any dietary requirements please contact the organisers prior to the event (minimum 7 days) and we will notify the caterers who will endeavour to accommodate you or your guests.

PICNICS
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.