London’s Most Stylish Early Summer Event: Your Guide To Chestertons Polo In The Park

Chestertons Polo in the Park returns to London from 5–7 June 2026, and will bring three days of international polo, hospitality and a stylish summer celebration to Fulham’s Hurlingham Park. One of the capital’s best-known early summer events, the tournament combines thrilling polo with fashion, food and live entertainment in a fun festival setting.

Rory Heron, who leads the event, says, ‘Chestertons Polo in the Park has always been about more than just the action on the pitch. While fast-paced, high-quality polo sits at the heart of the event, we’ve worked hard to create an atmosphere that reflects London in its most social, stylish and inclusive form. It’s about bringing together world-class sport with great food, music, and a vibrant crowd, so whether you’re a polo enthusiast or completely new to the game, there’s something to enjoy. That balance is what makes the event so unique and why it continues to resonate with such a broad audience.’

The event has become a fixture of London’s social calendar, attracting seasoned polo followers as well as first-timers. Unlike traditional polo tournaments, the rules are adapted to make the game faster and easier for newcomers to follow, creating a lively pitch-side atmosphere.

Across the weekend, six teams representing cities from around the world compete in a series of matches, with spectators able to enjoy several games each day alongside hospitality gardens, bars and food stalls throughout the grounds.

What’s On

Bringing polo into the city, the tournament has been adapted to make the format more accessible, with shorter, faster matches played on a smaller pitch. This creates a quicker, more dynamic style of play that keeps the action constant and easy for spectators to follow. Six international teams compete across the three days, with multiple matches taking place every day.

Rory explains what newcomers can expect: ‘First-time visitors can expect a real sense of occasion from the moment they arrive. The setting in Fulham is fantastic, and the Hurlingham Park atmosphere really comes into its own as the weekend builds, with a brilliant mix of fast-paced polo, entertainment, and a lively crowd.

‘It’s the kind of day where there’s always something happening; whether you’re watching the action on the pitch, enjoying the food and drink, browsing the shopping village, or exploring the different areas around the grounds,’ Rory says. ‘There are also plenty of activities to keep our younger visitors entertained, so it works just as well for families as it does for groups of friends. My advice would be to arrive early, explore everything on offer, and make a full day of it; that’s when you really get the best of what the event is all about.’

The tournament takes place over three days, each with its own charm.

Friday 5 June – International Day

The opening day is centred on international polo and corporate hospitality, with a strong social atmosphere as guests gather for afternoon matches and early summer celebrations. It is often a popular day for entertaining clients or colleagues while watching world-class polo in central London.

Saturday 6 June – Ladies Day

Ladies Day is widely considered the most glamorous moment of the weekend, when fashion takes centre stage alongside the sport. Guests arrive in summer dresses, tailoring and statement hats, making it one of London’s most stylish outdoor events of the season.

Sunday 7 June – Finals Day

The final day sees the tournament champions crowned and offers a more relaxed atmosphere, with families, polo enthusiasts and groups of friends gathering to close the weekend with the championship matches and a lively end-of-festival party.

Food, Drinks & Hospitality

As well as the polo, the grounds host a series of hospitality enclosures, champagne gardens, food vendors and bars where guests can spend the afternoon between matches. Hospitality packages range from casual garden seating and private tables to VIP enclosures such as the Chukka Club, offering premium views of the pitch alongside all-day dining and drinks.

What To Wear

Chestertons Polo in the Park has a relaxed and stylish dress code that’s typical of the summer social season. For women, think summer dresses, tailoring and co-ord sets (Destree, Emilia Wickstead, and Rosie Assoulin are all good starting points. Remember to wear block heels, wedges or flats given the grass surfaces around the grounds.

Men usually opt for lightweight summer suits or smart tailoring paired with loafers.

Where & When

Chestertons Polo in the Park takes place at Hurlingham Park in Fulham, London, from Friday 5 June to Sunday 7 June 2026.

The three-day tournament is designed as a summer festival of polo, with matches, entertainment and hospitality taking place throughout each day.

How To Attend

Tickets are available for individual days or hospitality packages across the weekend. General admission provides access to the matches and festival areas, while hospitality options offer reserved seating, private bars and catering. Saturday’s Ladies Day is typically the fastest-selling date, while Sunday’s Finals Day is particularly popular with families.

BOOK IT

Where To Stay Nearby

If you’re planning to make a weekend of the tournament, Chelsea offers one of the most convenient bases, with several luxury hotels within a short drive of Hurlingham Park.

The Chelsea Harbour Hotel & Spa sits on the waterfront overlooking Chelsea Harbour and offers spacious all-suite accommodation with views of the Thames. Here, facilities include a spa, indoor pool and the Anchor restaurant, making it a relaxing base after a day at the polo.

Beaverbrook Town House, also in Chelsea, brings the style of the Surrey country estate into a pair of restored Georgian townhouses with individually designed suites, a Japanese restaurant and a rooftop terrace, offering a stylish base.