"More new blood - Less blue blood"

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The Sussex Polo Club is situated on the Surrey/Sussex border in the picturesque village of Rowfant just 35 miles from central London and 8 miles from Gatwick. Located a 10 minute drive from junction 10 of the M23 it is conveniently situated within easy reach of neighboring Cowdray Park, Knepp Castle, Hickstead and Hurtwood Park Polo Clubs.

The club was formed in 2002 by Duane & Sallie Anne Lent after a family holiday to a  polo ranch in Argentina inspired them to try and recreate the more informal and relaxed atmosphere they found there combined with the competitive farm polo that Argentina is so famous for. The objective is to encourage and build a new style of polo community that is more inclusive in a sport that has historically been perceived as exclusive to the large majority.   Thus the club’s motto: More New blood, Less Blue blood. 

In line with our encompassing ethos, children from 6yrs old are encouraged to play polo. Regular training sessions run by the Old Surrey and Burstow branch of the pony club are hosted at the club on Friday evenings and during school holidays.  Private or group polo lessons for adults suitable for riders and non riders alike are available from April to September.

Sussex Polo Club is now one of the fastest growing clubs in the UK. In 2005 Sussex Polo was joined by a like minded Polo Enthusiast and IT entrepreneur who joined the club as a Director and has provided valuable support to take the club to the next level. The club now boasts the following facilities: Four sanded and irrigated grounds, two of which are full size and boarded. Over 300 acres of grazing, a mobile clubhouse with covered portico and licensed bar, a caged wooden horse, five resident club professionals plus four HPA qualified instructors. There are over 60 playing members and numerous schoolmaster polo ponies and experienced grooms to support the members own horses

PUBLIC ADMISSION

The club hosts sponsored tournaments every weekend from May to September. Spectators are welcomed to the Sunday afternoon finals, entrance fees range from £5 -£10 per car. There is a licensed bar and catering available on site or guests may prefer to bring their own picnics.  We also offer a bespoke gourmet picnic service for groups of 8 and over. Please note that all dogs must be kept on a lead. For picnic service enquires and match times please call the polo office on 01342-714920.

".....Short life.....long Spurs....."