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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 premium corporate or private hospitality packages for international and domestic cricket 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.
Christmas & NYE
Christmas & NYE

Festive celebrations at Utilita Bowl & Hilton Southampton - Utilita Bowl. Our venue offers a sleigh full of Christmas party options. Explore our packages now.
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

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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Ben Brown To Remain At Utilita Bowl Until The End Of 2025

Wicket Keeper Ben Brown has signed a one-year contract extension

Thursday 5 September 2024

Wicket keeper-batter Ben Brown will remain at Utilita Bowl until at least the end of the 2025 season.

Since joining Hampshire from Sussex in 2022, Brown has featured 66 times across the County Championship and One-Day Cup, and received his county cap in 2023.

In his first season with the club, he was named Red Ball Batter of the Year after he made 969 runs at an average of 38.66, where he also finished third on the dismissals chart with 43.

At Canterbury in 2023, Brown was part of a new record fifth wicket stand for the club, when he shared 273 runs with Liam Dawson.

I feel very happy to have signed another contract at Hampshire, I have loved my time playing here and I’m excited to see what this squad can achieve next season.

Each year is special when you reach this stage of a career and I’m looking forward to contributing to the club pushing for trophies next season.
Ben Brown

One of the most experienced keeper-batters in the country, Brown hit two career best scores in 2024.

He first made 165* against reigning County Champions, Surrey, at Utilita Bowl, then scored 139* against Northamptonshire in the opening fixture of the Metro Bank One-Day Cup, also at Utilita Bowl.

Brown ended the 50-over competition as Hampshire’s leading run scorer, with 286 to his name at an average a shade under 36.

Ben is a fantastic player. He has high standards and a will to win that keeps driving the team forward.

His ability behind the stumps coupled with his batting make him an extremely valuable player."
Giles White, Hampshire Director of Cricket

The best way to see Ben in action is with a Hampshire Cricket Membership. Memberships for 2025 are on sale now with more information available via the link below.

Hampshire Cricket Memberships

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Match Preview: Essex v Hampshire Men, Rothesay County Championship

Saturday 21 June

Hampshire Men return to County Championship action with a trip to Chelmsford to face Essex

Highlights: Gloucestershire v Hampshire Hawks Men, Vitality Blast

Friday 20 June

Watch highlights of Hampshire Hawks Men's Vitality Blast match against Gloucestershire at Bristol

Report & Reaction: Gloucestershire v Hampshire Hawks Men, Vitality Blast

Friday 20 June

Read the match report & hear reaction from Hampshire Hawks Men's Vitality Blast match against Gloucestershire at Bristol

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We stand against discrimination in all its forms and are committed to ensuring that cricket is a game for everyone. If you have experienced or witnessed discrimination you can report it through the ECB’s website by clicking here.

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Safeguarding Officer: Stuart Chatfield

+447552 533 692

stuart.chatfield@utilitabowl.com

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

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Ben Brown To Remain At Utilita Bowl Until The End Of 2025

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