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Venue
Venue

Utilita Bowl is on a mission to become the world's greenest international cricket stadium. Home to some of England's most successful cricket teams as well as Hilton Southampton - Utilita Bowl, eforea spa, Boundary Lakes Golf Course, Hampshire Wellbeing Centre and BEEFY's Restaurant.
Cricket
Cricket

Utilita Bowl is the home of Hampshire Cricket and Southern Brave, whilst also being a host venue for England Cricket internationals.

In 2024, Hampshire Cricket finished second in the Vitality County Championship, reached the knock-out stage of the Metro Bank One Day Cup and hosted seven action-packed Vitality Blast fixtures as Hampshire Hawks.

Southern Vipers went into their final season as the ‘Vipers’, reaching both Charlotte Edwards Cup and Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy semi-finals.

Southern Brave Men finished Runners-Up in The Hundred after hosting four spectacular double header matchdays at Utilita Bowl with the Women’s side in July & August.

Both England Men & Women hosted sold-out IT20 cricket at the venue based just outside Southampton. England Women welcomed New Zealand, before England Men hosted Ashes rivals Australia.

In 2025, England return for three international fixtures, including Men's fixtures against West Indies and South Africa, as well as England Women hosting India.
Spa
Spa

Hilton - Southampton Utilita Bowl's eforea spa is a place like no other, an oasis of luxury, offering the ultimate relaxation experience.

Boasting a multitude of thermal experiences and luxurious journeys, you’re sure to find yourself emerging brighter, refreshed and re-connected.

Whether you’re wishing for a little ‘me-time’, a pamper day with friends or a weekend away with a loved one, look no further, allow eforea's expert team to take it from here.
BEEFY'S
BEEFY'S

BEEFY'S is a British bar and restaurant inspired by Lord Botham and located at Utilita Bowl, Southampton. Enjoy local, seasonal British food, alongside an exquisite wine list.
Golf
Golf

Boundary Lakes is Utilita Bowl's 18-hole golf course.

The parkland course - opened in July 2017 - set against the backdrop of Hampshire Cricket's home, is complete with USGA standard greens and is sure to provide a stern test for both high and low handicappers alike.

Boundary Lakes offers green fees from £32.50, society days from £35 and has a range of Memberships available.
Hotel
Hotel

Hilton Southampton - Utilita Bowl, the stunning 171-bedroom hotel, located at the home of Hampshire Cricket, boasts a luxury eforea spa, BEEFY’S by Lord Botham fine dining restaurant, a gym and extensive meeting and event space as well as the venue's 18-hole golf course, Boundary Lakes.

With all this to keep you busy and a whole host of entertainment right on your doorstep, we're confident you won't be able to stay for long enough.
Hospitality
Hospitality

Discover and book hospitality packages for international cricket, domestic cricket, franchise cricket and concerts at Utilita Bowl.
Wellbeing
Wellbeing

The Hampshire Wellbeing Centre is Utilita Bowl's bespoke healthcare facility offering a wide selection of services - including physiotherapy, sports massage and exercise classes - to all.

The centre, boasting a well-equipped modern rehabilitation gym, consultation rooms and a vast amount of outside space to cater for almost any rehabilitation, is open to the public with the specialist team able to assess and treat a wide range of conditions in individuals aged eight and upwards.
Weddings & Events
Weddings & Events

If you’re planning the office Christmas party, awards ceremony, anniversary celebration or wedding day and reception, Utilita Bowl's superb choice of suites and personalised service assure luxury and unsurpassed quality.

With bespoke and tailor-made finest cuisine menus, the capacity to plan the most intimate of gatherings or welcome up to 450 guests, breathtaking on-site facilities including eforea spa, gym, restaurants and of course, luxury rooms and accommodation, Utilita Bowl truly is the ideal setting in to which to welcome your guests for any special occasion or social event.
Meetings & Conferences
Meetings & Conferences

Utilita Bowl's broad range of stylish and luxurious suites, cutting edge audio-visual capabilities and bespoke catering provision, deem the venue the ideal location for a vast array of meetings and conferences.

Whether it’s a meeting for ten in our boardroom or an exhibition in our expansive Hilton Ballroom, you can be sure that whatever your requirements, we’ll have them covered.
Charity
- Charity Golf Day
- Utilita Bowl 10K 2024
Charity

Hampshire Cricket Foundation is Hampshire Cricket’s official charity and the charity aligned to Utilita Bowl.
Recreation
Recreation

Hampshire Cricket Board.
Growing and improving the game to provide a cricketing future for all.
What's On
What's On

Utilita Bowl and Hilton Southampton - Utilita Bowl host a vast array of events and showpiece occasions throughout the year.

Find out more here.

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Hampshire Cricket Board Policies

We want everyone involved in cricket in Hampshire to have a safe, positive experience and be welcomed and supported in their activities.

HCB Safeguarding Policy Statement

HCB Safeguarding Policies Handbook

HCB Safeguarding Adults Policy

HCB Whistle Blowing Policy

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Contact Us For all contact details and enquiries

John Cook
Cricket Development Manager (County Safeguarding Officer & Coach Development)

E: john.cook@utilitabowl.com
M: 07766 838779

Ben Saunders
Cricket Development Manager (Schools & Junior Cricket)

E: ben.saunders@utilitabowl.com
M: 07384 255841

Simon Jones
Cricket Development Manager (Clubs & Workforce)

E: simon.jones@utilitabowl.com
M: 07920 452537

Sam Moss
Urban Cricket Development Manager

E: sam.moss@utilitabowl.com
M: 07384 115633

Matt Bradley
Cricket Development Officer (Clubs & Junior Competitions)

E: matt.bradley@utilitabowl.com
M: 07900 134414

Dani Ransley
Wicketz Development Officer

E: danielle.ransley@utilitabowl.com
M: 07880 724768

Michael Powell
Disability Development Officer

E: michael.powell@utilitabowl.com
M: 07384 795804

Emma Cowdrill
Women & Girls Development Officer

E: emma.cowdrill@utilitabowl.com
M: 07388 947862

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Botley Road, West End, Southampton, Hampshire, SO30 3XH

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Ben ThompsonCricket Development Director

Mike PollardSenior Cricket Development Manager

Emily MunroCricket Operations Manager

Abi RandellCricket Development Administrator

John CookCricket Development Manager (County Safeguarding Officer & Coach Development)

Ben SaundersCricket Development Manager (Schools & Junior Cricket)

Simon JonesCricket Development Manager (Clubs & Workforce)

Sam MossUrban Cricket Development Manager

Matt BradleyCricket Development Officer (Clubs & Junior Competitions)

Dani RansleyWicketz Development Officer

Michael PowellDisability Development Officer

Emma CowdrillWomen & Girls Development Officer

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Cricket Development Director

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Senior Cricket Development Manager

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Cricket Operations Manager

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Cricket Development Administrator