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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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Match Preview: Southern Vipers v Western Storm - Kia Super League

Southern Vipers take on Western Storm in the 2017 Kia Super League opener at the The Ageas Bowl

9 August 2017

Southern Vipers will begin their Kia Super League title defence in a repeat of last year’s final, when they host Western Storm at the The Ageas Bowl.

Southern Vipers Squad:

Southern Vipers have named a 15-player squad for the season opener in front of a home crowd. Charlotte Edwards and Suzie Bates return for the 2017 campaign, whilst international stars Hayley Matthews, Danni Wyatt and Mignon du Preez are all set to make their debuts for the Vipers.

The Opposition:

Western Storm are looking to go one better this season after their seven-wicket defeat to the Vipers at Chelmsford last August. Heather Knight’s side have retained England team-mate Fran Wilson as well as keeping hold of overseas players Stefanie Taylor and Rachel Priest. New Zealand international Holly Huddleston is set to make her debut for Western Storm, but World Cup hero Anya Shurbsole is unavailable.

Did You Know?

Southern Vipers batsman Suzie Bates’ highest score of 57 came against Western Storm in August 2016. The New Zealand international has hit two half-centuries for the Vipers.
Southern Vipers batsman Charlotte Edwards’ highest score of 30 also came against Western Storm in August 2016. The former England international captains the Vipers in 2017.
Western Storm batsman Fran Wilson has yet to be dismissed against the Southern Vipers. She has scored 24* and 16* in both her innings last season.

Full Southern Vipers Squad:

Charlotte Edwards (23) Captain	Georgia Adams (55)
Suzie Bates (11)	Ellen Burt (45)
Tash Farrant (53)	Izzy Collis (10)
Hayley Matthews (50)	Charlie Dean (3)
Danni Wyatt (28)	Katie George (99)
Mignon du Preez (22)	Tara Norris (24)
Carla Rudd (59)	Linsey Smith (16)
Arran Brindle (77)

Coverage:

Live text commentary will be available via the Southern Vipers’ Twitter and Facebook pages. A feed to these will also be available on this page. The game will also be shown live on Sky Sports Cricket.

Weather Forecast:

Please follow the link here for the latest weather forecast for the The Ageas Bowl

Tickets:

Tickets for Southern Vipers’ clash with Western Storm at the The Ageas Bowl can be purchased online via the link below. They are priced from £21 for Adults and £5 for U17s - with Hampshire's NatWest T20 Blast match against Glamorgan also included!

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Match Preview: Southern Vipers v Western Storm - Kia Super League

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Lumsden At The Helm As Young Lions Roar Past Australia To U-19 World Cup Final

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