Plans unveiled for 2015 Brewin Dolphin Cheltenham Cricket Festival
27 May 2015
LARGE SUMMER CROWDS EXPECTED AS EXCITING ENTERTAINMENT PLANS ARE UNVEILED FOR THIS YEAR’S BREWIN DOLPHIN CHELTENHAM CRICKET FESTIVAL
Gloucestershire Cricket is looking forward to its annual Brewin Dolphin Cheltenham Cricket Festival, which promises to be bigger and better than ever. Members, hospitality guests and ticket buyers alike will be able to enjoy an exciting programme of events and entertainment to complement the First Class cricket programme.
Brewin Dolphin, who are one of the UK’s largest independently-owned private client Wealth Managers, have been the Festival’s principal sponsor since 2012. They have been involved with Gloucestershire Cricket for over 16 years, supporting the Club and its on-going development.
Gloucestershire has been playing First Class Cricket at the iconic Cheltenham College Ground since 1872 – making this the world’s longest running cricket festival to be played at an out ground. The college’s idyllic setting has provided a perfect backdrop for the festival throughout its history, and continues to be a great attraction for all cricket fans, both old and new.
This year’s Festival runs from Wednesday 8 July to Sunday 19 July and includes two NatWest T20 Blast matches as well as two LV= County Championship four day games. Twenty20 cricket is arguably the most exciting form of the game and, with big hits and non-stop action BIG crowds are expected. Supporters are urged to buy their tickets in advance as T20 matches have a tendency to sell out fast at Cheltenham.
Cricket Fans can also look forward to seeing both centurions from this year’s Australian Big Bash League in action. Hard-hitting batsman, Peter Handscomb has joined the Club as its second overseas player for 2015. The 23-year-old, who made a blistering 103* off 64 balls for the Melbourne Stars vs Perth Scorchers, joins the squad that will also boast Michael Klinger, the only other player to make a hundred in the 2014/15 Australian T20 competition.
Match Day Tickets cost from just £15 for adults and £3 for under 19’s when purchased in advance or why not treat yourself to a Cheltenham Festival Pass and see 10 days of First Class* Gloucestershire cricket for only £100 (a saving of £60). Under 19’s can enjoy every day of the Festival (plus domestic matches at Bristol) by becoming a Marshall Member for just £20.
The best way to buy tickets is online at www.gloscricket.co.uk, where we have waived booking fees. Alternatively you can call the ticket line on 0117 910 8010.
There’s also a bonus this year for cricket and sporting fans alike. On Monday 13 July the Lord’s Taverners will be hosting a charity cricket tournament. This is a fun day of cricket featuring two star studded teams including Chris Tarrant, Mike Gatting, Jon Desborough and Andrew Caddick. This “Summer Smash” will culminate in a Charity Sporting Dinner.
The ever-popular Ladies’ Day will once again grace the Festival on Thursday 9 July in aid of LINC. Highlights this year will include a fashion display by Lisa von Hallwyl and Beatrice von Treskow.
Visitors can also enjoy off field activities which will include free cricket coaching, an inflatable bowling cage, player autograph sessions, a BBQ and Quiz Night and the Band & Bugles of the Rifles.
Gloucestershire Cricket is also delighted to welcome local folk legend Johnny Coppin who will perform live from 7.00pm on Wednesday 15 July in the College Chapel.
Bringing the 2015 Festival to a close, on Sunday 19 July, is an “Old Boys” T20 cricket match, hosted by Hamish Marshall as part of his Benefit Year. This match will feature former Gloucestershire greats. For further information, please click here.
At a glance: 2015 Brewin Dolphin Cheltenham Festival Fixtures:
Wednesday 8 July - 4 day - Northamptonshire - LV= County Championship
Sunday 12 July - 1 day - Kent - NatWest T20 Blast
Monday 13 July - 1 day - Lord’s Taverners Cricket Day *
Tuesday 14 July - 1 day - Hampshire - NatWest T20 Blast
Wednesday 15 July - 4 day - Leicestershire - LV= County Championship
Sunday 19 July - 1 day - Hamish Marshall Benefit Match *
* Supplementary charge for charitable tickets
Gloucestershire Cricket’s Chief Executive, Will Brown, said: “The 2015 Brewin Dolphin Cheltenham Cricket Festival is set to be one of the most exciting festivals ever in its 143 year history. 12 solid days of top-class cricket and off-field entertainment in the stunning setting of the Cheltenham College grounds will provide the perfect backdrop for hospitality guests, cricket fans and families alike. We are proud and delighted to once again have Brewin Dolphin as our title sponsor; their vision and quality of service fits perfectly with the festival and we look forward to working together to deliver an historic event.
Paul Nurden, Divisional Director of Brewin Dolphin, added: “We are thrilled to once again be the principal sponsor of the Brewin Dolphin Cheltenham Cricket Festival. This is the fourth year our name has been associated with this most historic and prestigious event in the Gloucestershire sporting calendar. As Wealth Managers we are very pleased to show our continued support of the GCCC and their investment in the future talent of Gloucestershire cricket.
“With some fantastic fixtures we look forward to welcoming teams and supporters from all over the country to a wonderful fortnight of entertainment and competition in one of the most beautiful of settings.”
For full fixture information and big savings on advance tickets please click here or call the Ticket Office on 0117 910 8010.
For more information on hospitality - including Ladies’ Day – please contact:
Cariad Silk - 0117 910 8022 - cariad.silk@glosccc.co.uk
or Sarah Waldron - 0117 910 8013 - sarah.waldron@glosccc.co.uk
