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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
- England Internationals
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.
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
- The Lashes Ladies Charity Lunch
- Charity Golf Day
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
- England vs India IT20
- England vs Sri Lanka IT20
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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Big Blast Guide: Friday Finale

Find out which Vitality Blast game is for you! In this edition, find out more about Hampshire Hawks Women's final group stage fixture on Friday 18th July

Friday 18 July 2025

Friday 18th July - Hampshire Hawks Women vs The Blaze (6:30pm start)

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Friday Night. Last Chance To See The Hawks Women!

The Vitality Blast group stage comes down to this — the final game under the lights at Utilita Bowl as Hampshire Hawks Women face The Blaze on Friday 18 July.

This isn’t just any fixture:

It’s the final group stage game for the Hawks Women
Against 2024 Charlotte Edwards Cup champions, The Blaze
A renewal of a fierce rivalry: The Blaze and Hawks (formerly Southern Vipers) met in previous high stakes Charlotte Edwards Cup T20 fixtures

You can expect a contest worthy of a Friday night spotlight.

Southby leads the Hawks on for Vitality Blast

Ellyse Perry’s Final T20 at Utilita Bowl

This match also marks Ellyse Perry’s final T20 game at Utilita Bowl in a Hawks shirt this season - a last chance for Hawks fans to see one of the world’s greatest cricketers up close and leading from the front.

Ellyse Perry bowling for the Hawks

Whether you’re a passionate fan, a regular Vitality Blast attendee, a Hampshire Hawks follower, or a club member or season ticket holder, this is a fixture to savour.

Friday 18 July
Gates open 5:30pm
First ball 6:30pm
Perfect for a relaxed Friday evening start to the weekend

Plus: fans in attendance can enter a draw to win a Hampshire Hawks shirt signed by the Hawks Women - the winner will be announced during the interval.

Tickets Just £10 for Adults, £5 for Under-17s

Book in advance to secure these special prices and enjoy a brilliant day out without breaking the bank.

Tickets are available - come down and show your support in the finale of an exciting Vitality Blast group stage campaign.

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To find out more about Hampshire Hawks and their home Vitality Blast games, follow the link below.

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Baker, Currie, And Jack Named In Lions Squads To Face Pakistan

Wednesday 28 January

Pace bowlers Sonny Baker, Scott Currie, and Eddie Jack are included in England Lions’ squads to play Pakistan Shaheens in February and March

Swing Bowler Daisy Gibb Signs Two-Year Extension With Hampshire

Wednesday 28 January

Right arm quick bowler Daisy Gibb has signed a two-year contract extension with the Rose and Crown

Southern Brave 2026 Fixtures

Tuesday 27 January

The Hundred returns on Tuesday, 21st July, with Southern Brave playing their first match on Wednesday, 22nd July, in front of a home crowd at Utilita Bowl.

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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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Big Blast Guide: Friday Finale

Friday Night. Last Chance To See The Hawks Women!

Ellyse Perry’s Final T20 at Utilita Bowl

Tickets Just £10 for Adults, £5 for Under-17s

Latest

Baker, Currie, And Jack Named In Lions Squads To Face Pakistan

Swing Bowler Daisy Gibb Signs Two-Year Extension With Hampshire

Southern Brave 2026 Fixtures

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