Sandpolo

June 3, 2025

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Where Style Meets Sport: Sandpolo Returns to Sandbanks for a Spectacular 18th Year.

This July 11th and 12th, Sandbanks Beach will once again come alive with the thunder of hooves, the clink of champagne glasses, and an effervescent crowd as Sandpolo gallops into its 18th year. A summer highlight for sports lovers and socialites alike, Sandpolo has evolved into one of the UK’s most exhilarating and stylish beach event where fast-paced polo collides with coastal elegance.

At the heart of the festivities lies the fiercely competitive battle for the Sandpolo title. This year, two standout teams will face off in the polo arena: champagne house Pommery, led by the formidable Garrie Renucci, and Rosé wine brand Mirabeau, captained by the dynamic Chris Gregory. Both are seasoned Sandpolo players, well-known for their competitive fire and finesse on the field, setting the stage for an intense and thrilling showdown.

Sandpolo founder, Johnny Wheeler commented: “Each year, we raise the bar. This event is about more than just sport, it’s about creating an unforgettable atmosphere where polo meets unbeatable entertainment and seaside sophistication.”

The polo matches promise edge-of-your-seat excitement, as skilled riders and agile ponies navigate the uniquely challenging sand terrain with speed, strategy, and style. The dramatic backdrop of the Jurassic Coast only adds to the spectacle, making it a must-see for newcomers and returning fans alike.

But Sandpolo is far more than a sporting event. It’s a full-blown weekend celebration that pulses with energy from morning till midnight. The ‘DAOU Horse Stunt Riding Show’ is bound to be a major crowd pleaser, bringing gravity-defying acrobatic horsemanship performed by the Knights of Middle England.

Commentator Karl Ude-Martinez says: “Performing at Sandbanks is unmatched, the atmosphere, the passion from the crowd, and now with DAOU, the show reaches another level.”

Once the final chukka has been played, the tempo rises and the glamour intensifies. Friday night’s ‘Boogie on the Beach’ is a sultry swirl of disco, soul and sequins featuring Heatwave, Jazzie B, and other icons guaranteed to have you dancing barefoot in the sand.

Saturday’s Sandpolo ‘Ladies Day’ brings a touch of glamour, culminating in a sunset celebration and a genre-bending finale with DJ Gok Wan, the Rick Parfitt Jr Band, and more live acts keeping the party alive well into the night.

From its humble beginnings, Sandpolo has grown into the world’s largest beach polo event, thanks to its unmatched location, passionate community, and seamless blend of luxury and accessibility. Johnny Wheeler notes, “Sandbanks is one of the most stunning places in the UK. Our guests, players, and partners make this something truly special.”

And for those seeking the VIP treatment there is the ‘Mirabeau Endless Lunch,’ or a coveted spot in the VIP Lounge, where ponies thunder past just metres away.

Whether you’re there for the polo, the parties, or the seaside glamour, one thing is certain, Sandpolo 2025 will be a weekend to remember.