The Polo Agency sponsored the first match of The Westbury Shield Charity Day, Coworth Park, Berkshire.

On Sunday 5th July 2009, 400 invited guests were treated to a day of keenly contested Polo on the grounds at Coworth Park in Berkshire, competing for the coveted Westbury Shield and The Polo Agency Silver Cup. The main match of the day was played at a blistering pace and saw the Apes Hill Club take away the Westbury Shield, defeating Knowledge to Action.

The day raised over £50,000 in support of three charitable causes: Tusk Trust, Sentebale and Mountain Rescue England and Wales, all supported by Prince William and Prince Harry who participated on the day.

Commenting, Alan O'Sullivan of The Polo Agency said 'We are delighted to sponsor one of the matches at this most prestigious polo event and help raise funds for the Princes charities'.

The Polo Agency is skilled at creating and organising related activities, such as parties and discreet gatherings during the polo season. The pre-Cartier International Polo Players Party is an example of an event which brings together everyone from the world of Polo and links them up with sponsors and other commercial organisations. The evening party was created five years ago by Alan O'Sullivan and provides an opportunity for everyone to relax and meet during the week leading up to the biggest polo event of the season.

The party was given a big tick by Country Life when it was ranked in the top ten parties of the season.

Quintessentially Loves Polo
The first-ever polo event for Quintessentially members and other VIP guests organised by The Polo Agency was held at Coworth Park on Saturday 1st September 2007. It turned out to be a resounding success with luxury coaches transporting guests from the heart of London to a Latin-themed afternoon of fabulous food, drink and entertainment.

Guests were greeted with champagne and Ivan the Terrible’ vodka based cocktails, to the sounds of fabulous Flamenco guitarist Jackson Scott and his band. They then settled back for a match of the highest calibre with the Quintessentially team, and ultimate winners, being led out by Henry Brett.

The opposing team representing the principle sponsor Lenovo (makers of the ThinkPad laptop), was captained by another great England player, Roddy Williams. With DJ background music, introductory polo lessons provided by Brett Polo and a bucking bronco for the more adventurous, the setting was perfect for friends and family to have fun and relax at one of the most exclusive gatherings to round off the season.